Best 9 coaches for Singing lessons near Chicago, IL

Music has always been the biggest part of my life. I started singing when I was just 10 years old, and since then, it has become not only my passion but also my profession. Over the years, I have performed at numerous prestigious music festivals across Europe and have been honored with many awards for my vocal performances. I completed both elementary and high school in music, where I received formal education in vocal technique, music theory, and performance. I further refined my skills at the Aleksandra Radović Singing School, one of the most renowned vocal academies in the region. Today, I am proud to work as a backing vocalist for Aleksandra Radović herself. As a vocal coach, I love helping others find their voice, build confidence, and grow as artists. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced singer looking to take your skills to the next level, I am here to guide and support you on your musical journey. Let’s sing together!

As a seasoned vocal coach with 20 years of experience and a background as a concert performer, I'm dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential. I offer personalized training, fostering a fun and supportive environment. My goal is to refine your vocal abilities and artistry.

I have taught voice, music theory, music history, and aural skills of all genres and voice parts for several years. I can teach all levels including collegiate, and have studied at NYU myself. I have been singing for well over a decade, including for choir, musicals, solo recitals, and operas. The most important part of singing is vocal health! We can work towards your goals for voice with techniques to ensure vocal strength and agility. The techniques in the lessons I offer will be 100% reliable that you will be able to use for a strong voice your whole life! In addition to vocal pedagogy, I can also help with stage presence, IPA, and creating the story behind your song! Singing is techniques but it’s also self expression and connecting with others, so be yourself and bring whatever you’d like to work on!

"Peter has been a great coach for my daughter. Flexible and willing to work with us when scheduling conflicts.

My four decades of experience as a concert performer have instilled in me a deep passion for sharing the art of singing. My coaching style blends technical mastery with personalized guidance to help each student discover and develop their unique voice. Let's unlock your full potential together!

Artist and educator with a BFA and MFA from Carnegie Mellon University. My artistic journey has taken me across the globe, with performances in Paris, Amsterdam, Switzerland, Panama, New York, and Chicago. Sharing my passion for the arts, I've taught at prestigious institutions like CMU, Northwestern, and Roosevelt universities. Collaborating with my vocalist wife Anne, we've recorded four albums, with our latest in 2023 airing on 100 radio stations worldwide. As a founding member of Cabaret Professionals, I draw on this rich background to teach and inspire from my home studio in the vibrant city of Chicago. Let's create, learn, and make music together!

"At age 60 now, I can look back upon all the musical collaborators and vocal coaches/voice teachers who've instructed me and say with confidence that my time beside the piano with Mark Burnell remains the most pedagogically significant in coaxing me out of amateur cabaret jazz singing and into a space where a professional career was an option. For what I wanted to do, it was also keenly important that I work with a pianist who could move seamlessly from a jazz chart to musical theatre sheet music to a challenging anthology of classical art songs, offering critical feedback as a pro singer himself.

With over 30 years of singing experience, including early participation in all-city youth choirs, I bring a wealth of musical knowledge and expertise to the studio. As a studio producer, I specialize in networking and coordinating projects, having secured sub licenses and master deals for projects spanning across various platforms, from PS4 to Xbox. My passion lies in creating rich soundscapes, from harmonies to low-end backgrounds, while also enjoying teaching singers the technical aspects of singing, including breathing techniques and note control. Let's collaborate to bring your musical vision to life!

I'm the proud mentor behind the scenes of our family band adventure since 2012. My journey involves teaching and creating harmony in the heart of our musical home. From leading summer singing classes for kids at a Montessori school to gracing the stage on Nickelodeon's 'Americas Most Musical Family' and belting out the national anthem for the Chicago Bulls – every note is a testament to our shared love for music. Let's explore the melodic wonders together!

Full-time musician and dedicated music teacher in the vibrant city of Chicago, IL. Armed with a Bachelor's in Vocal Performance from Central Michigan University and a Master's Degree in Sacred Music from the University of Notre Dame, I've immersed myself in sound and melody. When I'm not teaching, you can find me contributing to the musical vibes at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church or leading the charge as the band leader and vocalist for THEM queers. I'm not just about performing; I'm also a vocal nerd, deeply fascinated by the intricacies of the human voice. One of my passions is hosting queer vocal workshops at the iconic Old Town School of Folk Music, where we explore the diverse capacities of the human vocal instrument. If you're ready to dive into the magical world of music or want to unleash your vocal prowess, let's connect!

Michele Thomas is a contemporary jazz vocalist, recording artist, educator and entrepreneur of over 20 years. As an educator she founded and teaches both voice and artist development for her own private teaching studio, Soulstream Music Studio of Contemporary Voice, for over the past 18 years. She has also taught vocal jazz ensemble and applied jazz voice at DePaul University, Vandercook College of Music and has recently joined the Artist faculty at Roosevelt University in Chicago. Her music education stems from a rich Chicago gospel music legacy as well as studying at Sherwood Music Conservatory and receiving her BA in music at North Park University where in her freshman year she became the founding conductor of the college’s first ever gospel choir. Teaching credits include teaching voice and choir at Clarendon Hills Music Academy, Merit School of Music, Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church and the Maywood Fine Arts Association. In addition to multiple workshops on jazz and gospel music both overseas and throughout the U.S, she is a regularly featured clinician for Next Showcase Chicago, founded by previous Grammy Chapter president, Mark Hubbard. And in 2020 she was brought on as a music supervisor and vocal coach for the HBO Max critically acclaimed comedy series, ”Southside". As a performing artist, she has just released her third album named, “The Assumption” that has received critical acclaim. She headlined at the Chicago Jazz Festival in recent years and has performed at many of the city’s legendary jazz clubs including The Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill Andy’s Jazz Club and Winter’s Jazz Club.

"Michele is truly an amazing and intuitive teacher. She is extremely knowledgeable, talented and has a great sense of what a student needs. She works with your unique voice and builds it up and explains every single exercise and reasoning behind everything. She has helped me understand so many more things about myself not only as a singer but as a person. I've noticed a lot of changes already in the last few months and I am so thrilled I found her! She truly has a great talent for teaching and singing. Thank you so much Michele. You are a true blessing!