Nadia Smelser – Voice/Singing Lessons

I found Nadia after calling and speaking to several voice teachers in the LA/​OC area. All of her students speak incredibly highly of her.
When I first started lessons with her, I had a newfound love of classical music and wanted to continue exploring where my voice could go in that arena. Nadia has been extremely open and supportive of everything I have wanted to try and has given me great repertoire suggestions when I simply had no clue.
After a little over a year with her, the range in my voice has definitely increased and my vocal quality has improved tremendously. It’s amazing how different my voice sounds today compared to when I first started with her.
The work that I do at each lesson is well worth the money. I never leave without breaking a sweat!

I’ve known Nadia for years as both a fine performer and a great teacher and voice trouble-​shooter. Her knowledge of technique is as deep as her understanding of the artistry of singing.
I’d say I’m an advanced singer. I’ve sung publicly for years a range of popular songs with a band and I’ve performed classical repertoire.
Many singers find The Star Spangled Banner challenging and when I was asked to sing the national anthem before a convention of thousands of people, I sought out Nadia’s expertise.
I had concerns about my voice being injured due to chronic illness and perhaps relying on improper technique to compensate for the resulting problems. I had trouble accessing certain parts of my range.
When I took my apprehensions to Nadia, she made quick work of the problems. She first did an evaluation by running me through various exercises in order to pinpoint where in my range issues might exist. She worked patiently with me and taught me techniques that helped me return to my full vocal range. And I’m most grateful to Nadia for setting my mind at ease about the shape my voice was in and restoring my confidence to perform in front of a large audience.
Silvia B.

I have been singing my entire life but I essentially lost the ability to sing after suffering an injury to my larynx. When I asked my Dr. to recommend someone to help me regain my voice, he gave me Nadia’s information. I am so very grateful he did. Nadia is by far the BEST vocal coach I have ever had, and her talent and knowledge of vocal technique is unsurpassed.
I am constantly learning how to improve my voice, increase my range, and increase my breath. She always gives me a challenge to work on and keeps it interesting every lesson. I feel extremely blessed to have found her because honestly, without her, I don’t even know where my voice would be today! She is simply amazing.