Certifications
Accents and Phonetics Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
SongShine Certification
Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Certification
SongShine Certification
Testimonials
Meg Harmon, founder of Collective Harmony
Meg Harmon, founder of Collective Harmony
Meg Harmon, founder of Collective Harmony
“Dealing with vocal fatigue as a music therapist is frustrating and debilitating. Fortunately, I was introduced to Tessa who has nursed my voice back to health on two occasions. In addition to the miracle work, she has helped me establish healthier singing habits both in my body and in my environment to support sustainability and also th
“Dealing with vocal fatigue as a music therapist is frustrating and debilitating. Fortunately, I was introduced to Tessa who has nursed my voice back to health on two occasions. In addition to the miracle work, she has helped me establish healthier singing habits both in my body and in my environment to support sustainability and also the joy of singing! She is an indispensable resource in my professional and personal wellness.” –Meg Harmon, MT-BC
Garreth Green
Meg Harmon, founder of Collective Harmony
Meg Harmon, founder of Collective Harmony
I've been through a few voice teachers, and I'm grateful for how adaptive Tessa is when it comes to different learning styles. Not only does she have the background and professional know-how, but she is committed to her students and teaches in a manner that is both fun and flexible. Between her coaching and the toolkit she's provided, I'
I've been through a few voice teachers, and I'm grateful for how adaptive Tessa is when it comes to different learning styles. Not only does she have the background and professional know-how, but she is committed to her students and teaches in a manner that is both fun and flexible. Between her coaching and the toolkit she's provided, I've not only become a better vocalist, but better at self-educating too—and that kind of skill is indispensable.
Leslie Mandell
Leslie Mandell
Leslie Mandell
My special needs sister has taken music lessons from Tessa for years. After having had lessons from other teachers, we had given up the idea that my sister could learn to play piano and become musically literate. Fortunately, we found Tessa. She is exceedingly patient with my sister, encourages her and coaxes the very best effort from her
My special needs sister has taken music lessons from Tessa for years. After having had lessons from other teachers, we had given up the idea that my sister could learn to play piano and become musically literate. Fortunately, we found Tessa. She is exceedingly patient with my sister, encourages her and coaxes the very best effort from her. The turnaround has been remarkable! I am tremendously grateful to her for everything she has taught my sister and the joy music has brought to my sister and to our family.
Robin Wilvich
Leslie Mandell
Leslie Mandell
I'm a nonbinary singer who has been studying with Tessa for a year, and my voice sounds so different from what it did before we started working together! I had years of vocal damage behind me, due to neglect, misuse, strain, and medical complications due to radiation therapy in my neck from 11 years ago. With her guidance and the tools I
I'm a nonbinary singer who has been studying with Tessa for a year, and my voice sounds so different from what it did before we started working together! I had years of vocal damage behind me, due to neglect, misuse, strain, and medical complications due to radiation therapy in my neck from 11 years ago. With her guidance and the tools I've learned from her, I've regained the soprano range that I had in high school, and my voice is smoother and more resonant than it was before our work together. She's so dedicated to her students, and has even come with me when I've visited an ENT to get my vocal folds scoped. I appreciate the extensive knowledge that she shares with me in our lessons, and her constant encouragement in my pursuit of vocal health. As I pursue a path of gender affirmative transition, I'm grateful to have her alongside me as I navigate changes to my voice.
Dealing with illness
Offering Flexibility
As we enter the post pandemic world and learn to live with this new virus, I do my best to take reasonable precautions against spreading any airborne respiratory virus. Currently, masks are not required for in-person lessons. This policy is subject to change based on the latest recommended respiratory illness related safety measures indicated by my local government. I offer voice lessons in-person or online via Google Meet. If you choose the remote format, you will need a smart device with a camera. It is helpful to have headphones and an external microphone, but is not required.
Professional Memberships