Artist’s testimonies

MARIA ZOUROUDIS (Singer / Songwriter)

Debora has been a blessing in my life. I began working with her at a very early point in my professional career in which I had never taken vocal lessons and I was still learning how to become my own artist.

I have learned so much with Debora. Vocally, she has helped understand my strengths and weaknesses by retraining a lifetime of singing with little knowledge of proper technique. She has focused on areas I am interested in growing and has challenged me beyond that. I never took the time to warm-up my vocals before sessions or performances, however, she has taught me the importance of taking care of my instrument and has provided me with all the knowledge necessary to do so.

Not only has Debora been a great teacher, she has also been a great mentor for me. She always takes the time to discuss the personal and professional details that contribute to my career and growth as an artist. She always helps me by giving amazing advice and genuine guidance. I leave every lesson feeling happy and determined to achieve my goals! I am a much more confident singer and have learned to focus on the details that will help me become a better artist. She supports my dreams in more ways than she is required to. I am beyond thankful and blessed to have found such a wonderful person to share my musical journey with. I would recommend Debora to anyone looking to find or strengthen their inner and outer voice!

www.mariazouroudis.com

(Singer / Songwriter)

When I first started voice lessons with Debora, I was still in the process of trying to find my own sound and develop my own style as a singer. Even though I had been singing my entire life, it wasn’t until my classes with Debora that I really started to look at myself as an artist. Debora made me realize that singing has a lot more to it than just having a good voice. No matter what stage of your career you are at as a singer, there is always room for improvement. Debora helped me find what my strengths and weaknesses were as a vocalist, which allowed me to focus on different aspects of my voice even after our one hour lessons were over.

More than just a great teacher, Debora is a great person. She wants to see you succeed and she will do everything that she can to make sure that it happens. Right after our first lesson, I could tell how much Debora genuinely cares about her students and I could see how passionate she is about her teaching. Students are always looking for people to believe in them and to push them to follow their dreams, and Debora does exactly that. She challenged me to create my own path as an artist by staying true to myself. Each lesson I would always learn something new and she made sure that I was always taking a step forward. She pushed me to be better. She pushed me to challenge myself. After having taken classes with Debora, I can honestly say that she has helped bring out the artist that has always been inside of me. I am forever grateful of time at Coachsingers studio, and I know that the techniques and lessons I have learned with Debora will stay with me as I continue following my dream.

www.michaellynchmusic.com

MIGGUEL ANGGELO (Singer / Songwriter)

Debora Lebendiker came into my life at the right time. As a singer, songwriter, and especially as an artist, she has provided me with amazing support and has taught me essential techniques to sing with strength, sensitivity, and clarity all while developing my personal musical style.

Debora has taught me to use my voice to emit notes without strain and without exhausting my throat. She is also a divine person with a great sense of humor and as a role model, SIMPLY OUTSTANDING. I highly recommend the services of COACH SINGERS for anyone that wants to reach higher heights with their talents.

www.migguelanggelo.com

LAURA JACOBO (Singer at Musical The Magic of Christmas)

A little bit nervous and shy about what I was coming to do, I came into the studio where they had called me to see about recording some Christmas songs. I was unsure about it from the beginning, telling myself “they won’t call you”. To my surprise in an hour or so my cell-phone rang and I was asked to come and record the following day.

This is how I began my journey with Debora, which has turned out to be one of the most enriching experiences of my life as a singer.
It was hard work; many hours, lots of movement, lots to learn. That said, these were hours where every second was made to count. Debora takes trouble over every detail, correcting every vocal impurity that one might have. However, to Debora, it’s not only the vocal element of singing that is important, but the human element too. For this reason, she works in all areas; emotional, affective, vocal, etc., making sure she takes time over things such as one’s self-esteem, security, the tensions one might have, the particular way one might sing, voice projection, and thus being able to transmit and really feel what it is that one is singing.

During these times working with Debora, I could see how things which had seemed so difficult were actually attainable as her explanations are so clear that one can grasp things in a simple way. With exercises I could reach deeper notes that I’d found hard in the past. With a different type of exercise I managed to remove some vocal tensions that I’d had. But the most important thing is what was evident on the day of our first show, where I could really enjoy what I was doing, where I really believed I was an angel and just by moving my mouth the notes came out freely from my throat.

From the beginning working with Debora my outlook changed so much that people said they saw me differently, even when I wasn’t singing. I think this is because Debora made me feel like somebody, just anybody, but someone valued and important, not only as a singer, but as a person.

HUMBERTO FORTUNA (Singer / Songwriter)

A Performer, a Singer or an Artist never stops learning or improving themselves vocally. The importance of having an ongoing voice coach and maintaining good, technical voice coaching is crucial to me. As a singer and performer with a classical voice training background, it was important for me to discover new techniques and approaches as an integral vocal preparation and repertoire.

When I discovered ‘Speech Level Method,’ I was intrigued and searched for a Certified Coach and that led me to Debora Lebendiker’s studio. With her vocal coaching, I was able to improve my range considerably and better the tone in my voice. I can truly say that she helped me to achieve a new level of interpretation and a clearer color to my voice. I am extremely satisfied as a singer, with her coaching. This has led me to feel more secure and defined in my vocal state. I would recommend to any singer, at all levels, to work with Debora Lebendiker as a vocal coach for all types of repertoire and/or styles of music. Her dedication and her communication skills and styles have been effective and I saw and felt the results immediately.

www.humbertofortuna.com

AYME LOREN (Singer / Songwriter)

I have been studying voice with Debora for several months and I’ve loved every minute of the journey.
I walked into my first lesson feeling very scared because even though I wanted improvement in my voice, I wasn’t sure I would be able to succeed. The road started out bumpy as I tried to understand and grasp the new vocal method and I admit there were moments I thought about quitting. But, I am so incredibly grateful that Debora inspired me to fully commit and stick with it.

The transformation that has occurred, not only in my sound and technique but in my confidence as a performer, is astounding.

Debora is an incredible teacher – she always inspires me to do my very best and work hard. Debora digs deep to understand the individual vocal artist so she can lead you on the path to discovering your unique abilities. Debora is an inspiration and mentor, and a true friend as well. She is a constant coach – during lessons, in the recording studio, on Facebook and Twitter – she is always fresh with ideas to help propel her students’ music careers. The best teachers teach from the heart, and Debora does just that.

Debora, thank you for your warmth and generosity of spirit; thank you for teaching me the importance of discipline and determination; and most importantly, thank you for believing in me!

www.ayme.me

OTTRINA BOND (Singer / Songwriter)

I was in search of a true professional with the expertise to guide me to the next level vocally and wanted a coach with certification of the SLS method of teaching.
Debora has not only been a great coach, but a wonderful mentor.
For me, she focuses not only on the technique to make me a successful vocalist, but goes deeper to deal with the mental road blocks that pose as a personal challenge, and helps me develop as a whole artist.
In the 9 months that I have been working with Debora, I have changed so much as a singer, an artist, as a person.
She speaks life to me in a way that has been so crucial to my artistic growth; in addition to the improvement that I hear and feel when I sing, Debora’s mentorship has put me on a path of self-discovery. With her help, I am becoming the artist I am meant to be.
I consider myself blessed to be a student of Debora Lebendiker, the experience with her is invaluable.

VINCENT CRUZ (Singer / Songwriter)

When I first met Debora, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had just moved to Miami from New York, and I had taken lessons with over 10 different coaches over the past few years, trying to find someone that understood where I was coming from vocally. I didn’t have a natural singing ability and I knew I was going to work hard if I wanted to learn.

I was expecting to find a GOOD vocal coach, but what I found was not just an AMAZING vocal coach, but a mentor and someone who deeply influenced me in my career as a musician. I could see that for Debora, this wasn’t just about taking you through the vocalizations and sending you off to the world. She was different than every other coach because she really cared.. I got a sense that she took great pride in watching her students succeed, and that made all the difference in the world.
As soon as I took a class with her, the standard was raised. She has a way of bringing out the best in me, even when I can’t see it myself. She was tough in all the right ways and always told me things as they were, not the “sugar coated” version. She demanded more from me, and it was the best thing that happened to my voice. I actually started to feel like a real singer.
It has now been two and half years since my first class and I am a completely different person than who I was when I first walked through Debora’s door. She not only helped my voice but she was key in introducing me to people that could help me in other areas, such as stage presence and great people to work with in the studio.

I look at the early videos and songs I made of myself and the things I wanted to release and I’m thankful I had Debora as a coach because she told me I wasn’t ready to release anything to the public yet. Instead she helped me develop an artistic awareness and attention to detail that to this day I keep perfecting under her mentorship.
She was key in developing a higher standard not just in my vocals, but every other area as an artist. She understood that I didn’t want to just be a great singer, I wanted to be a great performer, a great songwriter and a great artist, and she’s helped me develop all of those areas ever since. Without a doubt, she has been the biggest influence of me as an artist.. and it’s really a privilege for me to able to say that.

In case you can’t tell I’m a raving fan of Debora and CoachSingers and if you are thinking about taking classes with her I suggest you do yourself a favor and start them asap! She cares about every student, her passion is contagious and it will help you make massive progress in your career as an artist.

VIVIAN VO (Singer / Songwriter)

Thank you Debora for bringing music back into my life. You saved me when my soul was dying and I lost my identity completely not just as an artist but as an individual. You helped me find my voice back and strengthen my confidence in my songwriting abilities. By your teaching methods, I grew to love my voice and start writing music for myself, instead of just for other performers. I never saw myself as the one being in the front but rather working behind the scenes.
You genuinely care about my success as an artist and I appreciate your professional knowledge, advice and endless inspiration! You are not only my vocal coach and mentor. You are my hero.

KEVIN YUNGMAN (Singer / Songwriter)

Debora Lebendiker has not only been an amazing teacher in the past two years I have been with her, but also an exceptional friend and mentor.
She is always there for me when I have events to perform in and always keeps me posted on the latest auditions.
She has become one of the people I am closest to in my life.
She is not one of those teachers that will go strictly by a certain agenda, but will bend to fit your needs and will actually listen to your concerns and help with any specific difficulties you are having.
She is an extraordinary human being and likely to be the best vocal coach ever to walk the Earth.
Thank you Debora for helping me grow and mature more than I ever imagined possible in these last two years!

You really DO perform miracles.

www.kevinyungman.com

YVES DE KEERSMAEKER (Singer / Artist)

I was referred to Debora by one of her students. I was starting my singing career and very unsure about my vocal skills and technique. Debora is more than a singing teacher, she knows and follows the different steps and aspects to becoming a complete artist. As an accomplished singer, songwriter, performer and teacher, she is fully aware of the struggle to find your voice, your personal and musical identity. The class with Debora is intense, hard work and dedication are expected along the way, but with immediate results! She pushes boundaries, trying to uncover the musical talent hidden inside the person.
A vocal coach is so more than the music teacher it is about the voice, stage performance, entertainment, finding the right song and music, your ‘own’ style etc.
I could have never expected that vocal coaching would have had, such a great impact on my personality, As the voice became clear and precise, I was also able to reveal myself as a person and find my inner voice.
This musical journey is one of profound inspiration, in search of excellence, in whatever you try to accomplish. Thank you Debora, I’m ever so grateful!

DR RONALD PATTERSON (Speaking Voice)

I am a practicing physician. I come from a background, where speaking was
literally extremely difficult and challenging all my life. I began speech level singing lessons or voice lessons with deborah approximately three years ago via Skype. The results have been nothing short of a miracle. My voice projection, diction, voice control and other aspects of speech dynamics and skills are far beyond what I would ever have imagined. The result is, I am now able to communicate more effectively with patients, colleagues, and other individuals.

Additionally, I am now able to effectively sing a song which is something I
could never do before. Undoubtedly, I very stronghly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in developing both their singing or speaking voice
because her unique teaching skills and techniques are individually designed
and in my opinion are the very best in this field as regards coaching voice
or singing.

I am a practicing physician. I come from a background, where speaking wasliterally extremely difficult and challenging all my life. I began speech levelsinging lessons or voice lessons with deborah approximately three years ago viaSkype .The results have been nothing short of a miracle. My voice projection,diction, voice control and other aspects of speech dynamics and skills are farbeyond what I would ever have imagined. The result is, I am now able tocommunicate more effectively with patients, colleagues, and other individuals.Additionally, I am now able to effectively sing a song which is something Icould never do before. Undoubtedly, I very stronghly recommend this program toanyone who is interested in developing both their singing or speaking voicebecause her unique teaching skills and techniques are individually designedand in my opinion are the very best in this field as regards coaching voiceor singing.

SOUNDS OF NILO

Behind every great student, there’s an incredible teacher!
Discovering your voice is truly the greatest love affair one could have.
Thank you so much Debora Lebendiker for all the work and faith you’ve put into me. Everyone trying to pursue a talent needs a teacher that understands them on all levels. I could rant forever about how much singing means to me, so I’ll just leave you with a huuuuge Thank You!

https://www.facebook.com/soundsofnilo/

www.soundsofnilo.com

(Singer / Songwriter)

Debora has been a blessing in my life. I began working with her at a very early point in my professional career in which I had never taken vocal lessons and I was still learning how to become my own artist.

I have learned so much with Debora. Vocally, she has helped understand my strengths and weaknesses by retraining a lifetime of singing with little knowledge of proper technique. She has focused on areas I am interested in growing and has challenged me beyond that. I never took the time to warm-up my vocals before sessions or performances, however, she has taught me the importance of taking care of my instrument and has provided me with all the knowledge necessary to do so.

Not only has Debora been a great teacher, she has also been a great mentor for me. She always takes the time to discuss the personal and professional details that contribute to my career and growth as an artist. She always helps me by giving amazing advice and genuine guidance. I leave every lesson feeling happy and determined to achieve my goals! I am a much more confident singer and have learned to focus on the details that will help me become a better artist. She supports my dreams in more ways than she is required to. I am beyond thankful and blessed to have found such a wonderful person to share my musical journey with. I would recommend Debora to anyone looking to find or strengthen their inner and outer voice!

www.mariazouroudis.com

(Singer / Songwriter)

Debora has been a blessing in my life. I began working with her at a very early point in my professional career in which I had never taken vocal lessons and I was still learning how to become my own artist.

I have learned so much with Debora. Vocally, she has helped understand my strengths and weaknesses by retraining a lifetime of singing with little knowledge of proper technique. She has focused on areas I am interested in growing and has challenged me beyond that. I never took the time to warm-up my vocals before sessions or performances, however, she has taught me the importance of taking care of my instrument and has provided me with all the knowledge necessary to do so.

Not only has Debora been a great teacher, she has also been a great mentor for me. She always takes the time to discuss the personal and professional details that contribute to my career and growth as an artist. She always helps me by giving amazing advice and genuine guidance. I leave every lesson feeling happy and determined to achieve my goals! I am a much more confident singer and have learned to focus on the details that will help me become a better artist. She supports my dreams in more ways than she is required to. I am beyond thankful and blessed to have found such a wonderful person to share my musical journey with. I would recommend Debora to anyone looking to find or strengthen their inner and outer voice!

www.mariazouroudis.com