We
are pleased to offer an alternative to those who are not otherwise able
to schedule with Renee.
She has trained several excellent associate teachers to teach her
techniques in private voice lessons. Currently
working in this capacity are Christy Sutherland who charges $90 per session and Misty Rae who works primarily with women, teenagers and children and her fee is $55 per session.
We
urge you to consider the associates as a great way to learn the same techniques
you would from Renee. If
you are just beginning your career, unable to schedule with Renee, or
are interested in singing only for pleasure, her associates are a great
choice. Many students learn
the fundamentals by working with one of her associates, then, when those
are established, advance to Renee for fine-tuning.
CHRISTY
SUTHERLAND
Texas native Christy Sutherland moved to Nashville in 1991 to attend Belmont University. She graduated with a Music Business degree in 1995 and soon signed her first publishing deal. Christy has served as a staff songwriter for Patrick Joseph Music and Universal Music Publishing, with songs recorded by Highway 101, Big Country, Susan Ashton, Rizen, Prelude and Sandi Patty.
A recording artist in her own rite, Christy has recorded albums for Epic Records and Giant Records with famed producers Garth Fundis (Trisha Yearwood, Keith Whitley, Don Williams), Mark Wright (Lee Ann Womack, Brooks & Dunn, Gretchen Wilson), Blake Chancey (The Dixie Chicks), and Matraca Berg (producer/recording artist and hit songwriter of such works as "Strawberry Wine," "Wild Angels". Christy has had multiple appearances on the Grand Ole Opry. Christy travels and performs Contemporary Christian music. Her latest recording is titled "You Call Me Yours."
She has been a student of Renee's for the past 15 years and an associate for 12. Her students include Julie Roberts, Kim Carnes, Julie Reeves, Jason Michael Carroll, Lindsey Haun, Matraca Berg, and Jeff Hanna of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.
"I gave my boss a cd of Natalie singing songs that Christy has helped her with and his response was jaw dropping and 'Oh my Gosh! She sang at an event in October where one of our US House of Representatives was campaigning. He sent her a personal note from his office in Washington DV complimenting her singing and that his whole staff had listened to her cd!"--Susan D Carter
Worship Leader Seminars with Christy Sutherland
Christy Sutherland is also available to give Worship Teams the tools they need to lead their congregation in truly inspired worship.
“Christy uses her knowledge of practical exercises to help you unleash all the potential you have as a Worship Leader and a singer. If your desire is to take yourself and your team to another level, you should look no further than Christy.”--Josh Fowler, worship leader, Pinnacle Church, Canton, North Carolina
For information regarding the Christy Sutherland Worship Leader Seminars click here.
MISTY RAE
Another Texas native, Misty Rae moved to Nashville in 2004 to attend Belmont University and pursue her music career. However, Misty embarked on her musical journey long before she set foot in Tennessee. By the time she was ten, she was writing her own material and performing at various Texas venues, eventually opening for country music legends such as Ray Price, Bill Anderson and Don Williams.
Since moving to town, Misty has maintained a steady performance schedule and has been writing with some of Nashville’s finest songwriters. She has recently been working with award-winning producer, Robert Ellis Orrall (Taylor Swift, among many others) and is polishing material for her next full-length album.
Misty has been a student of Renee’s for the past 8 years and has been an associate for 2. Misty primarily works with women, teenagers and children at this time and her current fee is $55 per session.
To schedule a session with one of Renee's associates please call 800/467-0490 or Email - Elaine@MyVoiceCoach.com.
Vocal Master Class on DVD
If you want to study with Renee or one of her associate teachers it's highly recommended that you purchase and work with her Vocal Master Class on DVD prior to their first lesson. You'll be glad you did, singers who are already familiar with her techniques move more quickly through the basics and can focus on their own special needs.
If your life is affected by the power and delivery of your voice, then you owe yourself the experience of this compact instructional course!
DVD for only $59.95—See our Products page.
PAST ASSOCAITE TEACHERS
MANDY BARNETT
A Tennessee native, Mandy
first started working with Renee, during her role as
Patsy Cline in the musical Always Patsy Cline. "Renee
made a tremendous impact in my life. I had developed a lot of bad
habits. Renee has given me insight on the importance of breathing and
support, in addition to the phrasing and emotion that is so important in
selling your song."
Mandy has made critically acclaimed records, appeared on David Letterman
and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. She has performed at Madison Square
Garden and in 1999 was voted best country record in Rolling Stone
magazine. Mandy appears regularly at the Grand Ole Opry. Mandy is currently working on a new album and is not accepting new students.
RACHAEL LANE
Yet one more Texas native, Rachael Lane comes from a performance background, having played the classic Texas venues from FIESTA TEXAS to the house band at COWBOY'S. She came to Nashville to attend Belmont University and today may be heard on demos and live performances around Music Row.
Recognizing in Rachael an excellent instinct as a teacher, she has been trained by Renee as an associate and has been teaching under her for the past seven years. Students include Jen Foster, Nikki Cleary, Kim Davis, and Kristen Rambo. Rachael feels that, “What brings me the greatest joy in teaching is giving to others and seeing them realize their full potential.”
