Training + Results = Confidence
Here at Ms. Ashley Sings, we believe passionate singers transform into confident performers through a combination of targeted practice and imaginative play.
We tailor our 1:1 lessons to engage learners to meet their singing goals through expert training in contemporary and classical vocal styles.
Our group performance class, located in Corning, NY, offers the best opportunities for singers to learn by doing! After all, how do we get confident at performing other than by performing!
We are dedicated to creating a nurturing space where each artist finds their unique voice and explores their full potential.
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Private Voice Student Testimonials
Vocal Coach Ms. Ashley with singing /songwriting student Michele at their senior recital
Michelle H.
Went from a shy junior to recording her own music and producing her own senior recital. “ Coming from a strict piano teacher, I really valued our lessons because I felt seen and heard and loved learning more about my singing abilities.” - Michele H.
Vocal Coach Ms. Ashley with student Izzy goofing off in “Titanic pose”
Izzy C.
“I started lessons with Ms. Ashley, I was extremely shy and withdrawn. I struggled a lot socially and my confidence was at an all time low. The very first time I walked into the studio for my voice lesson I could tell how much she cared about her students....my singing improved greatly and my confidence also skyrocketed. Multiple people in my life
took notice even my parents.””
Vocal Coach Ms. Ashley attends singing/songwriting student Lilly Webster’s performance!
Lilly W.
“Ashley taught my daughter not only vocally but helped to improve her self-confidence and stage presence. Vocally, her expertise and professionalism has transformed Lilly’s range and ability.” - Kiki W.
Client Testimonials
“Ashley Alden has been teaching voice lessons to my students at Archbishop Spalding High School since September, 2018. I have seen much improvement in these students as vocalists, musicians and performers. I was so impressed with their progress that I asked Ashley to take me on as a student. I highly recommend Ashley to anyone wishing to improve their singing/musicianship and can honestly say that these lessons have been a true blessing to me, both physically and musically.
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“Ms. Ashley was my voice teacher for about three years, and I truly can’t recommend her enough. Throughout that time, she helped me grow not only as a singer but also as a performer and a more confident person. She is incredibly patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable, and she always created such a positive and welcoming environment. Every lesson was something I looked forward to, and she genuinely cared about helping me reach my goals” ”
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Students after a performance in Centerway Square Corning, NY
Tacos after Recitals
Former students Michele, Trent, and Izzy hang out after a recital because they’re cool.
Who’s Vocal Coach
Ms. Ashley Anyway?
Ms. Ashley performing Ah non credea…Ah non giunge in NYC
Photo by Ken Howard
Ms. Ashley Watching students perform - Photo Credit James Lynch - Limerance Photography
It all started when…
I was eight I joined my local glee club Sound Celebration! I got to sing and dance and be on stage- and after every performance everyone told me how wonderful I was… (I did it for applause applause).
Except when I turned twelve or so I wasn’t that great. In fact, I realized I couldn’t sing in tune… and maybe all that applause before was because I was a cute eight year old. (Please Clap)
But I was still so PASSIONATE about singing. Performing on stage truly felt like my calling - it was a shame I was so terrible at it. My family looked around for Singing Lessons and found my first voice teacher.
Here’s a secret about me….I love learning! I love process - getting in the weeds - the nitty gritty. I channeled all my passion and curiosity into voice lessons and became the multi-hyphenate music theater/opera/pop nerd before you could say Patti Lupone.
Some years and a few high end degrees later- I faced the ups and downs of any ingenue. ( that’s fancy for leading lady). I went from can’t get a solo in a community glee club to solo in every high school concert. Then I went from “dancing handmaid #4” to The Performance Award at Catholic University for singing the leads in both Opera my senior year. ( Did you know Opera is its own plural??).
Part of why I do what I do is because I’ve been there. I’ve been the passionate kid who couldn’t keep a tune in a bucket. I’ve also performed intricate Mozart arias with incredible orchestras in front of thousands. My personal ups and downs connect me to each one of my students who struggle with casting, local theater, and a solid mix.
Speaking of mix, I combine my fancy expert knowledge with my passion for singing and translate it into awesome confidence building relationships with my fellow learners. (see what I did there). It’s like my head voice is the wisdom I’ve gained, my chest voice is my tenacity, and my mix is the confidence that comes with results!
If you’re not sure what that last paragraph means - Let’s talk! Book a discovery call with me and we’ll turn your passion into progress.
** Expert Degrees and Fancy Training- Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music (Vocal Performance ) from The Catholic University of America, and a Professional Studies Certificate from Manhattan School of Music (Also Vocal Performance). In 2023, I attended the CCM Vocal Pedagogy Institute at Shenandoah University.
This means I’m trained in singing, teaching, and performing Classical styles as well as Pop and Musical Theater.
Singing Teacher Ashley Alden is excited to help your student learn!
The Nest Vocal Studio Process
At The Nest Vocal Studio , We promise to guide passionate singers through the process of learning vocal freedom in their desired modalites. Learning to sing is a process and the best learning comes through guided practice. That’s what voice lessons are for! The other piece of the puzzle is independent practice- passionate singers want to do just that- SING! And so they sing around the house and practice what they learn on their own time. Then they bring those little discoveries to our lessons- and together we uncover their unique voices
So what are you waiting for?
Is it gonna be forever? Because I got a blank space …
Lets Talk!
First lets talk on the phone or screen to find out what your singing and performing needs are.
After that, I have you fill out a questionnaire so I can learn even more about you and your goals!
Finally! We start making VOCAL MAGIC by scheduling your first lesson!