Voice Lessons in Charlotte + Waxhaw, NC
Find Your Voice With Musicians in Motion
Musicians in Motion offers professional voice lessons for students of every age and ability level. Our studios in Charlotte and Waxhaw are home to a team of vetted and qualified instructors who know how to help singers grow and feel comfortable. Some students come to us hoping to pursue a career on stage, while others want to sing with more confidence in a church choir or community theater. No matter the goal, our teachers adapt lessons to the individual. With over 105 five-star reviews and a history of helping students progress, we’ve built a reputation as the most trusted institution for vocal training in the South Charlotte area.
We teach children, teens, and adults in private one-on-one settings as well as in group classes. Our lessons focus on healthy technique, musical knowledge, and expressive performance. Whether you want to refine breath support, improve range, or explore new genres, we will guide you step by step. Call us today at (704) 315-5261 to schedule your first lesson at our Charlotte or Waxhaw location, or ask about convenient in-home and online options.
Voice Lessons For Kids, Teens and Adults in Charlotte
Voice Lessons for Children
Young students often discover music through singing, and structured voice lessons provide a strong foundation. Our teachers introduce children to breathing basics, pitch control, and rhythm in ways that feel fun and engaging. Many younger students start with familiar songs from Disney films, folk tunes, or simple pieces that encourage them to sing out with confidence. As they grow, we help them develop clear diction, a natural tone, and good habits that set them up for future success.
Parents often notice that regular lessons improve more than musical skills. Children gain focus, self-confidence, and an outlet for creative energy. We also prepare interested students for participation in school musicals, choirs, and talent shows across Charlotte and Union County.
Voice Lessons for Teens
Teenagers often come to lessons with specific goals, whether it’s making the school musical cast list, landing a solo in choir, or exploring songwriting. At Musicians in Motion, we meet those goals with a combination of technique and artistry. Lessons for teens frequently cover topics such as expanding vocal range, learning to switch registers smoothly, and developing stage presence.
We also work with popular repertoire that motivates teens to practice. Some may prefer the soaring melodies of Broadway composers like Andrew Lloyd Webber or Lin-Manuel Miranda, while others gravitate toward contemporary artists like Adele, Olivia Rodrigo, or Ed Sheeran. For students interested in jazz or standards, we explore phrasing and improvisation using the Great American Songbook. Our teachers encourage teens to discover their unique sound while giving them the technical skills to support it.
Voice Lessons for Adults
Adults often worry they started too late, but that is never the case. Many of our students in Charlotte and Waxhaw begin voice lessons in their 30s, 40s, or beyond. Some want to sing better in church, while others pursue opera or jazz as a lifelong passion. We also work with adults who sang years ago and want to return to music.
Our instructors tailor lessons to each adult’s comfort level and aspirations. That may mean focusing on breathing strategies for longer phrases, learning new repertoire, or preparing audition material. The private lesson format allows every adult student to progress at their own pace.
Since our expert teachers have familiarity in a collection of singing styles, we can cater to most individual needs. For example, some students want to improve singing for worship services, while others might want to learn how to sing for operas or musicals. Our teachers can even act as a student’s vocal coach in order to take their performances to a higher level – a great preparation for important auditions.
With a fun environment and positive feedback, don’t feel intimidated by singing lessons. After all, it’s the only instrument you’ll always have! Lessons are given at our studio on Carmel Rd., in Waxhaw. or in your home for an additional fee.
Stop into Musicians in Motion, or contact us to connect with a talented vocal coach.
MEET A FEW OF OUR MANY GREAT VOICE TEACHERS
JOANNA DENDROLIVANOS
Joanna is a graduate of New England Conservatory of Music with a degree in Vocal Performance. She has over 20 years experience teaching vocal techniques, song preparation, audition and performance skills and beginner’s piano. She has performed with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Portland Maine Opera and in Athens, Greece and the Islands. She teaches and loves all genres of music including jazz, musical theater, pop, classical and opera. She loves to teach any age and any skill level. She currently sings shows of jazz, musical theater and spiritual music at nursing homes throughout the Charlotte area.
MICKY FUKASAWA
As she began to teach piano and voice privately, she noticed how immensely making music relates to various sensory inputs physically and mentally. She wanted to learn how music can purposely influence people’s body and mind. Currently, she has been studying music therapy at Queens University of Charlotte.She is excited to join the team and put into practice what she learned from the music therapy program. Besides having fun, she wants the lesson environment to be a safe and comfortable place for students to express their thoughts and emotions.
CHERRIE BADAJOS CRUZ
Cherrie has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, from leading worship to performing in regional theater, theme parks, and Concerts in the Park. Some highlights include portraying Jasmine in Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular at Disney’s California Adventure and touring California with her dearest friends performing gospel musical presentations. Alongside her performing career, she has coached colleagues who have gone on to Broadway and national tours, helping them with vocal coaching, audition prep, and refining headshots and résumés.
Cherrie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education with an emphasis in Voice from California State University, Fullerton, and has taught voice for all ages and levels and beginning piano. She combines her experience and education to help students improve their vocal skills, prepare for auditions, or simply enjoy music. Her lessons are personalized, focusing on vocal range, power, confidence, tone & technique, placement & shape, posture, breathing/breath support, phrasing, and musicality and so much more!
Cherrie is grateful for her career as a musician and finds great joy in inspiring others to improve their musical skills, whether through singing or as a beginner learning to play the piano.
RACHEL BAER
From a very young age, Rachel Baer was instilled with a love for music. She began taking piano lessons at the age of 5 and would continue lessons for 12 years straight, later adding cello, guitar, singing, and songwriting.
She first discovered her love of teaching music by helping out her own music teachers and volunteering at camps over the summer.
Classically trained, she graduated from Master Musicians School of Music and has been certified in the Mark O’Conner Method of teaching. She has taught students of all ages and has played in multiple orchestras, weddings, church events, and studio recordings. As well as participated in many recitals and scholarship competitions, receiving Superior performance four years in a row.
Rachel is passionate about helping encourage each of her students to not only learn and appreciate all types of music, but also reach their goals and become the musician they hope to be.
TREVOR WALLACE
Music is Trevor’s passion, and has been since he was a child. Since then, he’s picked up many instruments, with his favorites being drums and guitar. For almost a decade, Trevor has also been producing music professionally at his studio, RED records, where he’s met a lot of amazing people and picked up some invaluable teachings on theory, composing, writing, and more that he enjoys passing on to his students. Trevor has been drumming and playing guitar professionally for over 15 years. He has also played in multiple bands, touring the east coast, and has been teaching for almost a decade now.
Trevor is a laid-back person and loves everything about the craft of making music. Trevor’s teaching approach is personalized and varies based on what his students are most interested in, but mainly follows a curriculum of music theory, reading music, building proper habits, songwriting, picking and fingerpicking, chords, rudiments, composing, chord progressions, scales, etc.
He teaches all styles and genres. On guitar he particularly enjoys indie, rock, and fingerstyle. On drums, he loves playing and teaching all styles of rock, pop, metal, gospel, indie, rap, country, and blues.
CHAD HARRIS
For over a decade, Chad has performed regionally and internationally as a Charlotte-based musician. From original projects to tribute bands, studio/session work, and on-call roadwork, he has gained a premium reputation for being capable of playing almost any genre or style on a variety of instruments, and for being a fun to watch stage presence with a strong band leader capability. Chad currently performs 3-5 nights a week on acoustic guitar, electric guitar, mandolin, and violin/fiddle and is a staple in the Charlotte music scene. You can find him most often at Smokey Joes.
Founder of the Charlotte Bluegrass All-Stars, he stays busiest in the world of bluegrass, but is also part of a Rage Against the Machine tribute band, as well as being a first call sub for a Pearl Jam tribute, a Fleetwood Mac tribute, multiple 80’s/90’s tributes, and for wedding band gigs.
Chad is considered to be an exceptional teacher who cares deeply about the progress and development of his students and still routinely receives calls asking if he is teaching anywhere. He believes that having a good teacher is a crucial aspect to a long lasting and rewarding pursuit in the art of learning an instrument, and he feels a sense of duty in passing on knowledge with the same patience and kindness that he received from his teachers when he was learning.
CHRISTINE MATTE
Christine Matte has been a musician her whole life , teaching for over 25 years. She currently composes and teaches piano, guitar, flute, ukulele, voice and song writing. With a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from Capella University with an emphasis in Music at Edison State University. Christine specializes in teaching students with learning differences, attention issues, and other exceptionalities.
Christine encourages a love of music by keeping lessons individualized to the student’s personal goals and most importantly fun. Christine teaches students all ages and levels starting at age 3 on piano. The benefits of music include increased test scores, reduction of stress, emotional regulation and a healthy creative outlet. Music education is gift that students will use now and throughout their lives and it is my honor to be a part of a students musical journey.
VOICE LESSONS IN SOUTH CHARLOTTE & WAXHAW
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Instruction for Beginners Through Advanced Vocalists
Beginners start by learning the fundamentals: proper posture, supported breathing, accurate pitch, and resonance. As progress builds, we move into sight reading, diction in multiple languages, and phrasing. Students with more experience may work on advanced repertoire, audition preparation, or stylistic nuances specific to their chosen genre.
Our teachers bring professional backgrounds in both performance and education. Many hold degrees in music or have years of experience singing on stage, so they understand both the technical and artistic challenges students face.
Genres and Styles We Teach
Voice lessons at Musicians in Motion cover a wide range of genres. Classical training may include arias, art songs, and choral repertoire, while those interested in contemporary music can work on pop, rock, country, and R&B. For musical theater, we coach students in both traditional belt and modern mix techniques. Jazz students learn about phrasing, improvisation, and swing feel. Sacred and choral music students practice blending, harmony, and expressive delivery.
This diversity allows every student to pursue the music they love while gaining skills that transfer across styles. A strong foundation in technique supports any genre, whether you’re preparing an Italian aria by Puccini, a Broadway ballad, or a country hit.
We Teach Aspiring Singing in and Around Charlotte
Private one-on-one lessons provide focused attention that group settings cannot. Teachers can immediately address posture, tension, or vowel shaping. They can also adjust repertoire to match the student’s voice type, range, and personality. This individualized feedback accelerates progress and builds confidence.
In addition to technical growth, private lessons offer accountability and structure. Students set weekly goals, work toward recitals, and celebrate milestones along the way. We’ve seen students transform from shy singers to confident performers, and that journey motivates us as teachers.
Areas We Serve
Musicians in Motion offers voice lessons at our Charlotte studio, located at 6303 Carmel Rd #106, and at our Waxhaw studio, at 103 Waxhaw Professional Park Dr suite h. We also provide in-home instruction throughout South Charlotte neighborhoods such as Steele Creek, South Park, Ballantyne, and Matthews, as well as Waxhaw, Indian Land, and Weddington. Online lessons are also available for students who prefer to learn from home.
Start Voice Lessons in Charlotte or Waxhaw Today
Your voice is unique, and learning how to use it well can open doors to new opportunities and experiences. Musicians in Motion is here to help you discover what your voice can do, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced vocalist. With flexible scheduling, multiple locations, and dedicated teachers, we make it simple to get started. Call us at (704) 315-5261 or reach out online to schedule your first lesson and begin the path toward confident singing.