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December 2023 by Hannah P.
A year ago, if you'd told me I would perform a whole song at my work Christmas party I would have laughed in your face and called you a damn liar but that's exactly what happened tonight. I came to Damon with precisely no vocal experience. Not even a Google search on how to sing. I knew NOTHING. But I had so much fun just showing up and trying new things this year. Damon is the most welcoming, accepting, and encouraging human being I've literally ever met. I never ever felt even a smidge inadequate with him, even though I knew and could do so little starting out. He led me to breakthrough after breakthrough with my voice and music as a whole. I'm by no means a professional, but that was never the goal. The goal was to have fun, challenge myself, learn something different, and feel secure in my voice. I accomplished all of that under Damon's knowledgeable guidance. Today, performing for the first time in front of anyone besides Damon, was just one more breakthrough to add to the stack, and by now, I'm not even surprised. This has been an absolutely magical ride.
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November 2023 by Jonny
Posting this review 3 years too late.Damon was my first ever vocal teacher.Three years is a very long time ago, and three years ago, I was a very different person then. I was a shy, very young person in a new city.I was struggling with my finances and unfortunately had to stop taking classes with Damon. But His lessons were amazing and he gave me so much other advice besides music, he gave me the best advice regarding confidence, and although I never had the opportunity to use it In a musical way. It helped tremendously. I definitely saw huge improvements the 6 months I was with him and I highly recommend him to anyone else looking for not just a teacher; but a mentor and a role model. I plan on taking lessons with him again soon
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November 2022 by Maurice F.
Damon is, without question, the finest vocal coach in the area. He also is a world-class vocalist. I have sent several of my Piano students to Damon for vocal coaching. The improvement they make with him is incredible. Highly recommend that you study with him.
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July 2021 by Wanda B.
Not now nor have I ever been an aspiring vocalist. I am your typical in the car, in the shower, around the house doing chores when no one is around singing kind of gal. I visited Damon's studio to support a loved one. We scheduled back to back appointments. I walked in with zero expectations but walked out thinking hummm this singing thing is interesting. Damon was very professional and personable. To my surprise, my nerves were calmed quite easily and fast. Even though I was there to support a friend I wanted to allow myself to be open and take the session seriously. This is why I was nervous. I went from warming up with mmmm, mememe, a, e, i, o & OH to singing a full song and doing ballet by the end. (yes ballet lol I'm not a dancer but hey the move worked) I say all this to say it was an all around absolute great experience! If you are a beginner and need honest critiques, words of encouragement and confidence booster then Damon is the person for you. I would definitely recommend Damon if the opportunity ever presents itself.
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May 2021 by Goluba K.
I always knew I had vocal abilities. I didn't want to make a pop or rock star out of myself, but why not test my abilities on someone who doesn't know you and who understands music. I stumbled across this site by chance and I loved everything about it. It immediately offers you a trial online lesson with people who know music. I also liked the fact that they have their full price list on their website and I can know what I'm expecting. The trial lesson can be a 45 minute or a 60 minute lesson, the cost difference there is not much. I really enjoyed talking to the vocal instructors, they got to know me the whole time and told me about their classes and lessons. I'm going to get my thoughts together a little bit, collect some money and start vocal lessons.
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February 2021 by Arturo G Official
Good teacher - step by step (slow but he get you there)I finally can feel confident to grab a microphone on stage.
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December 2020 by Haden Davis
Don’t suggest it for beginners, people writing their own material, or people with unorthodox style. This is best for someone looking to improve gospel or opera singing.
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September 2020 by Erica Weaving
Mr. Clark is the most empathetic, kind, and supportive vocal coach I have ever worked with. I had lots of tension and no head voice when I came to him. I sang everything in chest voice and was always tired before I could get halfway through a song. Mr. Clark helped me identify my head voice and incorporate it with my chest voice with extended my range dramatically with NO MORE STRAIN! Hallelujah!Mr. Clark stuck with me even though my progress was slow due to a LOT of bad singing habits we had to work through AND a number of personal/emotional challenges. He was encouraging through it all. Additionally, he taught me how to read music, and more importantly, how to write my own songs; something I NEVER thought I could do. I am so grateful for him!
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November 2019 by Kirst Yeager
Damon is a truly gifted musician and teacher! Through his coaching, I have grown so much both vocally and musically. Damon is patient, kind, and cultivates a safe environment to be vulnerable in. He believes in his students and meets us with kind and encouraging words, which has made me swell with confidence. He is experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. I feel like the luckiest to have been able to find and study under his mentoring/instruction.
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June 2019 by jonathan Jaffe
I heard him at zinco jazz in Mexico City and it was amazing. I still can't get the song "softly as in morning sunrise" out of my head. I wish there was a recording I could listen to 😔
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December 2018 by Malik Taylor
IloMarie Fifita - Replying to the one star you gave Damon. I understand your frustrations you expressed, but I think the one star was unnecessary. Yes you have every right to feel angry about the miss communication, but from what I've heard this man is very great and talented at what he does, I have never heard any complaints about him. I'm pretty sure you guys can work something out just give it another try I wish you an your daughter the best.
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October 2018 by Cecilia Vucunivavalagi
My daughter was so excited to have her first lesson with Damon Clark. After driving 1 hour, we got to his place..looked like an apartment..I call him and he tells us that he is sick. Very unprofessional!! No heads up to cancel our appointment. I was very disappointed at how unprofessional this was handled. He asked if his assistant emailed me to cancel. There was definitely no phone call or email sent. I saw all the high reviews, which is why we even gave him a try. I can understand that everyone gets sick, but at least call or notify us not to drive to Dallas for nothing.
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September 2018 by mededocs
I can recommend Damon for any singer, style or genre. A performer as well as a teacher, Damon is at home with many styles and techniques and tailors curriculum for the individuals needs and goals.
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September 2018 by Stephanie Lewey
Damon's knowledge across genres, voice types, and music history is immense! Not to mention, the man's singing talent runs the gamut!
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September 2017 by Stephanie L.
Damon's knowledge across genres, voice types, and music history is immense! Not to mention, the man's singing talent runs the gamut! Damon coached me back from a very difficult place, working with him has brought back my vocal confidence. I'm tackling rep. I thought I would never sing because it was too challenging. He's blunt, but has patience. He'll very quickly know what your voice is capable of and then he'll equip you in order to reach that potential. If you put in the effort, then the sky's the limit with your vocal dreams! Cheesy but so stinkin' true! Have you received vocal and music training at the collegiate level but wanting to keep your vocal chops? Are you an aspiring singer/songwriter? Do you want to hone your jazz singing and scat skills? Do you have a musical theater or opera audition coming up? Are you wanting to learn how to sing? Or maybe it's something else within the realm of singing. Whatever it is, Damon is the teacher/coach to work with!
