TESTIMONIALS
Here's what Vivien's students have to say:
“Vivien helped nurture our daughter’s passion for singing from singing along with the radio and being part of the choir to having lead parts in her school’s musicals. Over the past three years, our daughter’s confidence has blossomed as her voice strengthened, vocal range expanded, and pitch improved. Vivien also developed our daughter’s on stage presence through the many recitals she organized both as a solo performance and also performances with a live band. Overall we highly recommend Vivien. She is wonderful with children and she fosters the love of music and the arts.”
- Rico Calara, father of Noelle, 11 years old
"Words alone cannot express the gratitude we have for Vivien. Our daughter's singing abilities have matured in ways we did not think were possible. We appreciate Vivien's nurturing and caring spirit. Her professionalism and dedication to her students is second to none. We love you Vivien!"
-Sophia Warren, mother of Gabby, age 14
'Thanks for helping me hear the beauty in my voice. I thought it was there but I was never sure until I started to hear it for myself as you were able to bring it out and show it to me. I have thought many times how you are giving the same confidence and expert voice coaching to so many young children, young adults, and adults. You are changing the course of peoples lives Vivien all for the better. The beautiful gift of singing that you are giving to all ofus will be expressed now and in the future like a simple stone thrown in the water. The ripples will go on forever into the hearts of childrens childrens children and to many many other people. The gift of music that you give is priceless. Your personal professional singing at various venues is so inspiring to me and I am sure the rest of your students. I am looking forward to more of your professional coaching and encouragement as I develop my new career in the entertainment world.'
-Most Very Sincerely, With Lots and Lots of Love, Dr. Mark Hoffman
I would like to thank you for the past 6 months of weekly voice lessons. You always stressed the proper technique, spotlighting breathing and ear training exercises. I have no doubt that your teaching helped me land a role in “Annie Get Your Gun” with Temecula Valley Players despite my having no previous theater experience. The most important thing I want to say is that you make it a fun and exciting experience to come to each lesson and to work on the overall learning of how to sing. I will always recommend you as a great voice teacher!
-Steve Hawkins
“Vivien taught our daughter, Nicolette, at Instrumental Music Center in Thousand Oaks for several months in 2013 ending with her first singing recital. Nicolette was only five years old at the time and she became her youngest student for voice lessons. Being only five and not able to read, Vivien was creative and patient in teaching the song words to Nic. Her recital was just amazing. Vivien is a great teacher and I would recommend her to anyone who wants to learn how to use their voice to express themselves or anyone who is serious about becoming a singer.”
- Amy Shamrock, mother of Nicolette, 5 years old
“Vivien has been my singing teacher for quite a few years. She is professional, lovely and very encouraging! She knows her "stuff”: so you will get a wider range and a deeper sound when working with her. She does drills but makes them fun. When you learn a new song, she helps you to put your own independent mark on it. She is very aware of the individual voice and how to cultivate each person's voice on a unique level. Vivien is simply the best teacher and I cannot recommend her enough.
-Karen Blaine, adult student
“Bottom line is Vivien is an awesome vocal coach! Her ability to make a beginning vocalist, such as myself, feel comfortable and confident, while developing my voice was impeccable. I was blessed to have her as my coach, if not for her I wouldn't have found my true voice.”
-Ally Taylor, adult student
“Vivien was coaching Olivia for almost a year and we saw great progress in our daughter. The instruction ranged from technical training to simply building confidence. Olivia is naturally a bit shy, but Vivien's calm and encouraging approach helped our daughter to open up and be confident. Vivien managed to get Olivia to perform in the local performance showcase and thanks to her great teacher, Olivia shined. As a parent I highly recommend Vivien for vocal coaching, her caring and expert teaching certainly helped our daughter to reach higher notes.”
-Manuela Harris, mother of Olivia, 11 years old
“My daughter Nicole thoroughly enjoyed and benefitted from her lessons with Vivien. We like the way new exercises were worked in, and how she pushed Nicole to get all she could out of her talent. We also really appreciated the opportunity for Nicole to perform in the recitals Vivien put together. I can say that our overall experience with Vivien was very positive and we were sad to have lost her as a vocal coach when she moved away.”
-Randy Jones, daughter of Nicole, 12 years old
“I really enjoyed voice lessons with Vivien. Her professional approach has helped me achieve my goal of performing in front of an audience. Vivien has giving me the confidence to perform and tuned my musical ear. It was a great experience. I'd recommend lessons with Vivien.”
-Drew Tasker, adult student
“Let me just say that you've hit the jackpot when you’re taken under Vivien's wing. Besides being an amazing singer, Vivien is the most amazing vocal teacher I have ever worked with!!! She has always been very dedicated and very patient because let me just say that when I was taken under her wing I was still very shy at singing in front of even one person (including her!) Having studied with her I've managed to do things I never thought were even possible. A girl who was afraid of singing in front of one person ends up being able to sing in front of a live audience!!! I had NEVER done that before I met Vivien. Besides teaching me many amazing techniques about singing, she also helped me improve my range and tone. Her singing technique also incorporates the importance of ones well-being in order to reach their full vocal potential. I have gained so much more confidence thanks to her. I am truly grateful for having worked with her and would definitely, without a doubt, recommend her to anyone. Her talent, skills, support, and loving kind heart is sure to help anyone grow and reach their full potential… And that's the truth!”
-Ruby Herrera, 17 years old