| Speaker's Testimonials |
"I have been working with Sue for a year taking voice lessons on a weekly basis. When I first started I felt shy and embarrassed just to open my mouth wide, which may sound odd considering I have hosted a live radio show for over 10 years. I had been using my voice but still feeling insecure about it. Over the course of the year there have been so many subtle changes as well as huge transformations. Through Sue's gentle encouragement and diligent persistence I have begun a process of stripping the masks that have been clouding my authentic voice. Through her technical exercises I have toned my vocal channels and strengthened my courage to speak with clarity and confidence. I realize this is an ongoing process, it is journey of discovering myself along with having the ability to express and communicate outwardly what I am inwardly. I will probably be on this journey my whole life, which excites me. Having healthy vocal pipes makes it all the more possible to be real. Now I feel so much more acquainted with my voice, it has become my friend. Working with Sue has really helped me to 'Claim my Voice' and sound the way I do, which is unique to me. Thank you Sue!" -Laura Hollick, Artist, Creator of SOUL ART studio, Host of 'The Artist's Lifestyle' radio show on 93.3 FM CFMU, art columnist for View Magazine |
| I first read an article in the Hamilton Spectator about "Claim Your Voice" studios and Sue's vocal teaching. What appealed to me was the word "claim". I had been struggling with tension in my speaking voice for years and was looking for help in "reclaiming" my natural voice. It has turned out to be the best decision I could have made. I have been working with Sue now for 2 years and with her constant encouragement and expertise I am gradually learning how to beathe more efficiently and sing with greater ease. Her approach is fun and relaxed. She tailors her lessons to meet the specific needs of each student and every week is a new discovery about how the voice works. I am amazed at the results that are taking place and I am so grateful to Sue for helping me work through this long process of undoing years of bad habits and rebuilding strength and confidence in my voice. Thank you Sue! Kathy Ruf Burlington, Ontario |