Private Lessons & Coaches in Nashville, TN

Originally from South Georgia, I've been immersed in music since high school, where I discovered my passion for singing in show choir. After receiving a scholarship to sing jazz in college, I honed my skills and won multiple vocal competitions. Following a stint with Phillip Phillips' hometown band, I moved to Nashville to pursue my musical dreams. Since 2014, I've performed in an acoustic duo and collaborated with various musicians. My journey has been enriched by holistic vocal training, transforming my approach to singing and emphasizing the connection between mind, body, and voice. I'm eager to share my experiences and insights with aspiring singers!

"I had the pleasure of studying voice with Chelsie when I was 15 years old. Her ability to nurture confidence and comfort in my singing was truly remarkable. Each lesson was not just about learning the technical aspects of singing, but also about discovering my own voice and the joy of music. She was patient, encouraging, and had a knack for making every session engaging and fun. Thanks to her, my interest in music remained fervently alive and has continued to influence my life. Anyone looking to find their voice, both literally and metaphorically, would be lucky to have her as a teacher.

My passion lies in unlocking the musical potential within every student. With 20 years of experience as a piano instructor and a background as a public school teacher, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a tailored approach to each lesson, fostering a fun yet focused learning experience. Understanding learning styles has given me a vast insight into how to help each student as an indiviual!

From attending Trevecca Nazarene University, I learned a lot about the different parts of the music industry, such as performance, audio tech, music business, music theory and music history. These different studies have helped me grow in my musical taste, talent and knowledge. I know that whatever job I end up in, I can use what I have learned and apply it to any part of the music world. Music has always been my passion, as I am part of a musical family and have sung since I was 2 years old. I am currently pursuing my music career as a singer/songwriter in the Nashville community.

"She is a great singing coach. Katy taught me the basics of everything I needed to know about singing like breathing through your diaphragm and projection. I found the singing exercises we did also very helpful. I liked how she put a lot of effort into helping me with any trouble that I had with my singing. Overall, she was a kind, patient, and dedicated singing Coach.