what we learn

I specialize in accent training, vocal phonics, live performance and studio technique, and I can assist you as a newcomer or veteran.

I offer a blend of the Judy Davis Natural Phonic method I learned, and your own personal needs at the time.

Who was Judy Davis?

The list of great vocalists who’ve been guided by Judy is long…

From classic jazz greats Barbara Streisand, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Mel Torme, Nat King Cole.

To superstars like Tina Turner, Prince, Janis Joplin, Eric Martin (Mr Big) Steve Perry (Journey) Huey Lewis (Huey Lewis & The News) Mickey Thomas (Jefferson Starship) Grace Slick (Jefferson Airplane)

One of the most important lessons she taught was how to un-learn the learned habits that prevent us from doing what we do best naturally, vocalize.

So i develop our lessons/coaching based on your own personal needs after getting to know you.
Because I have learned over the years that there is no one size fits all solution for singers, everyone is unique, everyones coaching needs vary.

In particular the bridge between German and English phonic pronunciation, and the crafting of mother tongue english lyrics from non-mother tongue german text.

My speciality is overcoming the standard physical pronunciation obstacles that face most german/swiss mother tongue singers.

Naturally there are basics that include:

1) Learning the Judy Davis Phonic Vowel concept and exersizes.

2) Learning to understand a vocalists lifestyle & health needs.

3) Working one-on-one together with your original material/lyrics.

4) Working together on recording studio techniques.

5) Recording vocals for either your own original material or a cover song.

6) And sharing all my own personal guidance and experiences with you!

So lets get to work!