"Ken, I want to thank you for the fun I am having in learning how to sing properly. The other day I was singing to my husband ( as I do sometimes) and he was amazed at how strong my voice is becoming. He also commented on the high notes I was reaching. His comment, "I have never heard you hit those notes before - wow". Needless to say, I was very pleased. I still have a very long way to go, but it is fun. Thanks!"
Mary Martens
"When I first came to Sing Studios, I remember thinking to myself, “Self, I have no idea why
we’re doing this,” to which I notably replied, “Because the rest of the guys in the band think we need it.
Now stop pestering me!”
My name’s Andy Lockley, and I’m the lead singer of Memphis local band Blind Logic. The first time I seriously considered taking vocal lessons was after a particularly grueling show, where I sang my heart out and found my voice to be severely impaired after we got off stage. Several of my band mates approached me at our next practice and suggested that I take vocal lessons so that I would no longer have that problem.
I debated the issue with my wallet for several days, and, finally saw an advertisement in the paper for Sing Studios, which I had never heard of, and decided that it was as good a shot as any other I was going to find.
I called the number, and found their services to be exactly what I was looking for; good, casual, yet professional, instruction.
I met with the instructor, Ken Taylor, and immediately found in him a kindred spirit with a passion for music. Ken is a great teacher; always willing to listen to what the student has to say, and ready to offer advice on whatever area they’re struggling with.
For me, I was having trouble reaching higher notes that before had offered me little difficulty. Ken taught me what I was doing wrong without being condescending; he simply explained that there were easier ways to get the same effect.
Ever since I started going to Sing Studios, I’ve been getting reactions from both my band mates and our fans. Both groups have approached me and said that they’ve noticed and incredible improvement in my sound. And I haven’t even gotten to the hard stuff yet!
Overall, my experience at Sing has been nothing short of fantastic. I would highly recommend them to any other singer I know. If you’re out there looking for someone to teach you how to sing, this is absolutely the best place to go. I even hear they do dance and stuff, but don’t ask Ken to teach you that stuff. From what I hear, he’s got two left feet."
My name’s Andy Lockley, and I’m the lead singer of Memphis local band Blind Logic. The first time I seriously considered taking vocal lessons was after a particularly grueling show, where I sang my heart out and found my voice to be severely impaired after we got off stage. Several of my band mates approached me at our next practice and suggested that I take vocal lessons so that I would no longer have that problem.
I debated the issue with my wallet for several days, and, finally saw an advertisement in the paper for Sing Studios, which I had never heard of, and decided that it was as good a shot as any other I was going to find.
I called the number, and found their services to be exactly what I was looking for; good, casual, yet professional, instruction.
I met with the instructor, Ken Taylor, and immediately found in him a kindred spirit with a passion for music. Ken is a great teacher; always willing to listen to what the student has to say, and ready to offer advice on whatever area they’re struggling with.
For me, I was having trouble reaching higher notes that before had offered me little difficulty. Ken taught me what I was doing wrong without being condescending; he simply explained that there were easier ways to get the same effect.
Ever since I started going to Sing Studios, I’ve been getting reactions from both my band mates and our fans. Both groups have approached me and said that they’ve noticed and incredible improvement in my sound. And I haven’t even gotten to the hard stuff yet!
Overall, my experience at Sing has been nothing short of fantastic. I would highly recommend them to any other singer I know. If you’re out there looking for someone to teach you how to sing, this is absolutely the best place to go. I even hear they do dance and stuff, but don’t ask Ken to teach you that stuff. From what I hear, he’s got two left feet."
Andy Lockley
Q: What would you say you (or your child) enjoyed most about your voice lessons at Sing Studios?
The lessons are professional but playful, which keeps the lesson interesting. He's honest in his critique but not critical.
Q: What was it like working with your teacher?
Ken is great. Professional, upbeat, passionate about his teaching, great about being constructive with his critiques, He'll tell you what he thinks about a certain song if it works or not. He's wants what is best for his student.
Q: For what reason did you decide to take singing lessons? Have you been satisfied with the improvement you've seen?
My daughter had entered a talent show plus had an audition and wanted help with the songs she'd be singing. We had been looking for about a 6 months before stumbling on an ad in the Memphis Flyer. I called him and found him to be very genuine and eager to meet with me and my daughter. We met, she sang, he talked to her about her goals and we've been with him ever since! We have been with Ken from his very beginnings and we are completely satisfied with his teaching abilities and his mentoring of my daughter. We think his studio will be the best thing Memphis has seen for quite a while.
Q: What did the lessons help you accomplish vocally? Have others notice?
She's still learning after one year with him, but vocally I think she has accomplished what she wanted which is to be a more aware singer, she has learned to support her voice more and has learned to give more clarity and personality to her songs with all his interesting techniques. The greatest accomplishment I think is the way he pushes her to challenge her voice. I can say yes others have noticed the difference in her singing even her choir director noticed she was taking vocal lessons. When you listen to her videos from a year ago to now…there's a very big difference!
Q: Did you accomplish what you were looking to accomplish at Sing studios? Was it worth it?
Yes, she did. It has been totally worth the time and effort, even though my daughter may had grumbled through a few lessons, she still loves coming to the studio…..lol
Q: Did you have any or many hesitations signing up for lessons (please be brutally honest and share as this will help others in their buying process)? If so, what would you say to comfort others who might not be able to get over that same feeling.
Well sure you have some hesitations any parent does. At first when you see how young he looks, you think to yourself how could someone this young know anything? Can he even sing himself?…lol. Then when you talk with him and know what his background and how passionate he is about his work you begin to get excited about taking lessons from him. Oh, and yes he has a beautiful voice.
Q: Is there anything extraordinary you'd like to share with others about the service you received? If so, please share!
As I stated before, Ken is a great person and loves his work, he's passionate about it. He's great with young people. It shows in his lessons and in the way he interacts with his students. He's also a very giving person which my daughter and I have been on the receiving end many times and we deeply appreciate all that he has done for us. We love ya Ken!
Q: Anything else you'd like to add that others would want or need to hear?
He may be young but he has the performance background, he's a great singer, creative, he's studio savvy, respectful, I know his parents are very proud of him and his accomplishment, he did his time at UT (4 yr full scholarship) and he's eager to mold young people into good or great singers. Most of all wants his students to have fun! I wish him and his staff a very long and successful career. We can't wait for next addition to your studio, the dance classes!
The lessons are professional but playful, which keeps the lesson interesting. He's honest in his critique but not critical.
Q: What was it like working with your teacher?
Ken is great. Professional, upbeat, passionate about his teaching, great about being constructive with his critiques, He'll tell you what he thinks about a certain song if it works or not. He's wants what is best for his student.
Q: For what reason did you decide to take singing lessons? Have you been satisfied with the improvement you've seen?
My daughter had entered a talent show plus had an audition and wanted help with the songs she'd be singing. We had been looking for about a 6 months before stumbling on an ad in the Memphis Flyer. I called him and found him to be very genuine and eager to meet with me and my daughter. We met, she sang, he talked to her about her goals and we've been with him ever since! We have been with Ken from his very beginnings and we are completely satisfied with his teaching abilities and his mentoring of my daughter. We think his studio will be the best thing Memphis has seen for quite a while.
Q: What did the lessons help you accomplish vocally? Have others notice?
She's still learning after one year with him, but vocally I think she has accomplished what she wanted which is to be a more aware singer, she has learned to support her voice more and has learned to give more clarity and personality to her songs with all his interesting techniques. The greatest accomplishment I think is the way he pushes her to challenge her voice. I can say yes others have noticed the difference in her singing even her choir director noticed she was taking vocal lessons. When you listen to her videos from a year ago to now…there's a very big difference!
Q: Did you accomplish what you were looking to accomplish at Sing studios? Was it worth it?
Yes, she did. It has been totally worth the time and effort, even though my daughter may had grumbled through a few lessons, she still loves coming to the studio…..lol
Q: Did you have any or many hesitations signing up for lessons (please be brutally honest and share as this will help others in their buying process)? If so, what would you say to comfort others who might not be able to get over that same feeling.
Well sure you have some hesitations any parent does. At first when you see how young he looks, you think to yourself how could someone this young know anything? Can he even sing himself?…lol. Then when you talk with him and know what his background and how passionate he is about his work you begin to get excited about taking lessons from him. Oh, and yes he has a beautiful voice.
Q: Is there anything extraordinary you'd like to share with others about the service you received? If so, please share!
As I stated before, Ken is a great person and loves his work, he's passionate about it. He's great with young people. It shows in his lessons and in the way he interacts with his students. He's also a very giving person which my daughter and I have been on the receiving end many times and we deeply appreciate all that he has done for us. We love ya Ken!
Q: Anything else you'd like to add that others would want or need to hear?
He may be young but he has the performance background, he's a great singer, creative, he's studio savvy, respectful, I know his parents are very proud of him and his accomplishment, he did his time at UT (4 yr full scholarship) and he's eager to mold young people into good or great singers. Most of all wants his students to have fun! I wish him and his staff a very long and successful career. We can't wait for next addition to your studio, the dance classes!
Lisa Fraticelli
mother of Lindsey Valimaki (student since May 2006)
"When I first began voice lessons with Ken, I was so afraid to sing by myself in front of ANYONE. The very first time Ken asked me to sing something for
him, I was so incredibly nervous that my voice trembled and squeaked. I could have done so much better that first time, but my fear kept me from doing my
best- at first. In the beginning, I was so nervous that I hesitated to go each week, only because of my lack of confidence. Early on in my lessons,
I remember Ken telling me that I had a really good voice in there and I was holding back so much. It was even more encouraging when he said how excited
he was for me because he could see my potential, even though at that time, I could not. As we got to know each other better, I began to feel more
comfortable singing in front of him. My fear from the beginning completely subsided. Over the past eight months, my confidence has grown a hundred
fold because of Ken’s constant encouragement. He has made singing even more fun, and at times, he has even helped me see humor in the areas I have
needed to improve. I know he loves what he does, and that makes him very good at what he does. His enthusiasm for music has “rubbed off on
me,” and when I come for my lesson at the end of a long, hard week of working, I find my enthusiasm growing as well. I have always LOVED to sing
but now I can sing even better than before. It was very helpful that he would always tell me some things I needed to improve and work on for the next
lesson and where I did improve from the previous lessons, as well as toss in some “encouragement gems” even when I felt I did a bad job during
a particular lesson. I now have much more confidence, strength, and consistency as well as a more open, rounded sound. Thank you, Ken, for seeing my potential and encouraging me to succeed."
Amy White
"I LOVE Camp Sing!!!!!!!!! It is so much better than any of my other camps or classes. I totally will be coming back to take classes here. You are all so
nice and made learning so fun fun fun. We got to devote so much more time to work on our routines and songs than a normal class can give. I'm so
happy I came. "
Abigail Barron
student since July Summer Camp, age 10
"As I walked through the doors of SING! Studios for a brief tour, I suddenly felt at ease and comfortable with the atmosphere, I then knew this is where i want
to sing, I haven't regretted my decision since.
My first few lessons were VERY educational and I also found that Ken Taylor is the BEST informative teacher I have EVER had! HE breaks things down so you can understand them better and they are easier toremember. Not only is he a good teacher, but he is fun and fun to be around, expecialy for the younger students.
Since I've been with Sing! Studios they have added a Dance Studio and Sound-Proof Studios for group lessons. These are perfect if you haven't had time to practice that week, take it from somebody who has experienced that lack of time, there GREAT!!! Group lessons also give you a chance to interact with other students.
Sing Studios also offers various opportunities for live performances, this is open to all varieties of music and different styles. Ken even helps upcoming bands and can record you at anytime! So come by and see for yourself, you'll see what im singing about!!!!!"
My first few lessons were VERY educational and I also found that Ken Taylor is the BEST informative teacher I have EVER had! HE breaks things down so you can understand them better and they are easier toremember. Not only is he a good teacher, but he is fun and fun to be around, expecialy for the younger students.
Since I've been with Sing! Studios they have added a Dance Studio and Sound-Proof Studios for group lessons. These are perfect if you haven't had time to practice that week, take it from somebody who has experienced that lack of time, there GREAT!!! Group lessons also give you a chance to interact with other students.
Sing Studios also offers various opportunities for live performances, this is open to all varieties of music and different styles. Ken even helps upcoming bands and can record you at anytime! So come by and see for yourself, you'll see what im singing about!!!!!"
Madison Mergen
student since October '07, age 12
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