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December 2022 by Grant Hedges
Throughout my life, I've been told that I can't sing. My family, friends, and occasional strangers all told me to keep my day job.I stumbled upon Courtney and Seadragon Songhouse as a nervous 20-something who wanted to sing but was afraid he never could.I left a confident tenor with a three-octave range. Courtney taught me technique and gave me tools to manage the psychology of vocal performance. I sang tracks by Sinatra, Queen, and Nirvana that I never thought possible with my voice.Courtney is a ray of light and the best sort of teacher. If you are looking for a vocal coach that will build your confidence in a kind, gentle way, I can't think of anyone better.
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December 2021 by Sam Pierce
Courtney is the best at what she does! She also has some very cute pups.
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December 2021 by Scott Wilson
I had been singing for several years before working with Courtney, and halfway into our first session I was wildly impressed. She was able to direct me into a vocal range I didn't even know existed. She helped me to improve my range, tone and quality more in several months than I could in several years on my own. Courtney taught me that a person's vocal range is actually very dynamic--rather than static, like most of us think--and after 3 months I was singing songs that I thought were simply outside of my range. Courtney was excellent at identifying weak areas (many I was totally unaware of), explaining her exercises in a way I could understand, and the purpose behind them. Lastly, her warmth and kindness make the sessions feel as if you're simply spending time with a friend.If you're looking to sing in a way that you never imagined you could, then Courtney is your gal.
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December 2021 by Max Cannella
Courtney is a prime example of how music education should be done. She in incredibly insightful, flexible, patient, and has the ability to nurture musical inspiration in a way I’ve never seen in my 14 years as a musician. For people with both confidence and experience, or those who are new to music and dipping their toes in for the first time, she is an incredible guide.Her methodology is wholistic, and she adapts her style to remote learning very effectively. She helped me immensely on my fundamentals, songwriting, technique and performance capabilities, and in a very short time I felt a completely new confidence and fluency with my voice. If you want to learn how to sing, Courtney is the perfect person for the job.
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December 2021 by Pauline Brim
Courtney's credentials, her performance experience and her emotional intelligence allows her to support and guide my creative spirit into new areas of experience with a sure hand. After having had to withdraw from 2 choruses due to Covid 19, I started working with Courtney virtually in September 2020 badly in need of song therapy. Her teaching style fit perfectly. She encouraged me to choose my own songs, introduced me to iRealPro and I recovered rapidly! A couple months later I had written a song, and sung an impromptu melody which proved to myself that even I could do that. To support my secret wish to be able to arrange pop songs for barbershop choruses I asked for some music theory and voila the chord confusion started to clear up and the possibility of arranging became a real possibility. Courtney owns the jewels of patience and kindness with no disparaging words, EVER. I absolutely trust her.
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December 2020 by Angela Hutchins
Courtney is a caring, enthusiastic and very talented instructor. She is fully invested in the growth, progress and development of her students! Very satisfied with our lessons together.
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December 2020 by John Rad
Courtney is awesome! She has helped me with my speaking voice and has given me a new found interest and appreciation for signing. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to improve their singing or speaking voice.
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December 2020 by Andrew McDowell
When we think of the word voice we as humans normally go right to our physical voice. Those sounds that emanate from our throats that allow us to communicate and express our thoughts and emotions. But we have many voices....some which we never use or barely use. That list includes our written voice, singing voice, romantic voice, business voice, relationship voice, parental voice, community voice, spiritual voice......the list is never ending.If you want to find a particular voice of yours that is lost or strengthen one you have but want to use it to generate your value in this world.....you need to look no further than Courtney Cutchins and her Seadragon Songhouse studio and family to reach your goals. Courtney is a kind, caring, intelligent, experienced soul in this world who will be your partner in strengthening or discovering your voice in your life. Her studio is warm and inviting and her smile, when you are frustrated with yourself, lets you know that the Songhouse is a place of non-judgement, love and support.If you ever have the chance to visit Courtney and her Songhouse, be sure to ask for an introduction to her partner in crime....Scales!
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December 2020 by Reisha R
I truly thoroughly enjoyed my experience working with Courtney this summer. As a newbie to voice lessons, she made the experience so easy and welcoming, and I even wrote my own song for the first time ever! After every session I felt so refreshed, inspired & grateful to use and strengthen my voice. I did more than I thought I ever could.The whole experience was very beautiful and joyful. I would highly recommend Courtney for your voice lesson needs. She's so gifted and kind!
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December 2020 by Tom W
Before I signed on with Courtney I interviewed with two other voice professionals, her education, experience, teaching ability is second to none. I have been a student for a little over 2 months and the knowledge I have acquired and the improvement in my voice is something I never thought possible. In addition to voice we have been exploring song writing; which I have always wanted to do and thanks to Courtney I have written my first song with chord structures, hook and lyrics. Her teaching style is like nothing I have ever experienced. Easy nudging and gentle encouragement and when you leave your lesson its like wow. Who Knew?I cannot say enough great things about Courtney, in my opinion she is thebest!
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December 2019 by Heather Dufault
We've had such a great experience with Courtney. She is kind and encouraging and brought out a confidence in our daughter that didn't exist before. This was our first time with individual singing lessons and we can't say enough about how positive it was! We would highly recommend.
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December 2019 by Kate McGarry
Anyone can hang a shingle out and call themselves a teacher. In the 10 years I have know. Courtney Cutchins, she has proven to be deeply committed to increasing her own areas of mastery in order to better serve her customers. The music business is always changing and Seadragon Songhouse is a place where you can get cutting edge instruction on vocal function, as well as help to find your unique voice as a songwriter. Get there!
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December 2019 by Sara Decker
Courtney is one of the most awesome vocal coaches and human beings I know. She's empathic, enthusiast and very professional! She is such an asset to the community. Work with her and see for yourself!
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December 2019 by Britney Sistare
AMAZING! I've been working with Courtney for 3 months now and I've never felt stronger vocally. Courtney is so fun and pleasant to work with. I came to her having never taken a voice lesson before yet I always feel so comfortable in my lessons with her and can really see/hear my growth. Thank you, Courtney for believing in me and pushing me to be the best!
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December 2019 by Kelly Eisenhour
Courtney is an amazing teacher, kind, compassionate, and caring. She is a skilled musician and singer, and brings a wealth of knowledge to the table to help reach any musical goals you might have. Having Courtney on your “team” is a big win! You will love her immediately and she will work with you in a non-intimidating way. I highly recommend this lovely and skilled music instructor and coach. -Kelly Eisenhour, Music Instructor and Choral Director, Green River College, Auburn, Wa
