Study with me

I’ve been singing and taking voice lessons for 20 years, so I understand intimately the strength and vulnerability it takes to find your voice. I know that every time a student opens their mouth to sing for me, I have the power to lift them up to the next level, or knock them down a peg. I take that responsibility extremely seriously. When you study with me, you won’t just learn vocal technique (which we’ll cover, of course!). You will learn how to regulate your nervous system, manage performance anxiety, and hopefully, create a deeper relationship with yourself as you delve into this life-changing work.

Services

Voice Lessons

.Learn basic vocal technique like proper breath support, vocal intonation, and projection.

Discover nervous system tools to regulate yourself when experiencing performance anxiety.

Offered at my home in Highland Park or via Zoom.

All levels, ages 5+

Piano Lessons

Learn keyboard fundamentals like note reading, scales, chords, and how to contextualize music theory at the keyboard.

Offered at my home in Highland Park.

Beginners only, ages 5+

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Speech and Elocution Coaching

Do you struggle to speak with authority and clarity, or have trouble being heard across a crowded room? I’ll teach you how to support and enunciate effectively to become a more compelling public speaker. We’ll also cover how to regulate your nervous system when speaking in public.

Offered at my home in Highland Park or via Zoom.

Ages 5+

What People Are Saying

  • “I have trained with several teachers over the course of my career, and Sophia is by far one of the best. Not only is she one of the most incredible vocalists you will ever hear, but she is the first teacher to combine technique with a practice in self-care, so that you become a more astute and intuitive singer and can integrate her valuable lessons into your daily life and home practice. Sophia has taken her own life experiences and found a way to help me start to heal voice by way of healing my nervous system, which is something no other teacher has offered to me before. Her absolute attention during each lesson provides a safe space to explore different different styles, fail unabashedly, and grow exponentially as an artist and person. I am lucky to call her a friend and mentor and hope others discover her studio so you can become the best performer you can be!

    Alexandra F, Professional inger

  • “Shoutout to an incredibly talented and skilled voice teacher/coach, Sophia Kaminski! Working with her has been an enjoyable and transformative experience. Not only does Sophia bring an incredible depth of knowledge and technique to her teaching, but she also knows exactly how to bring out the best in each one of her students. Every lesson is filled with insight, encouragement, and just the right push to make a positive growth difference. I certainly experienced growth in the 6 weeks that I was in her class. I'm so grateful for her guidance and patience. Her passion for music and teaching is truly inspiring. Oh yes, one more thing, she has an AMAZING singing voice too. I can't recommend Sophia enough! Thank you, Sophia! See you in the next session!"

    Vicki R, Student

  • “I just finished a 6-week voice class with Sophia at a community college. She is such an exceptional teacher. Wow!! It was amazing and very educational to watch her work her magic helping people find their best voice and overcome stage fright. I'm not a professional singer, I'm a shower singer, a karaoke singer, a sing-in-the-car singer. All I know is that singing not only feels good but also releases endorphins. And if you're going to sing, you might as well try to be the best that you can be at it. That's where Sophia comes in. She has the professional skills and the patience for someone like me. :) I only wish she would publish a workbook so that I could remember everything."

    Alice F, Student

  • “I cannot recommend Sophia highly enough. She is an extremely experienced singer and performer who has a unique approach to her lessons and coachings where she specializes in nervous system regulation. I went to her to help me dive into some performance anxieties I was having at the piano, and the work is life changing. Sophia was able to help me unlock more of my potential and freedom as a performer with her proven and highly researched nervous system regulation techniques. Her approach is safe, positive, and uplifting, which was such a welcome relief after having been trained in the classical world where fear is the highest motivator to unlock potential. I can say confidently that this work carries over into daily life, and is beneficial to everyone, whether you're a singer, actor, instrumentalist, or even someone feeling nervous about a presentation or speech."

    Frances A, Professional Musician