Every student follows the same four stages. Only the material changes.
No generic curriculum, but also no mystery. Here's exactly what happens from your first message to your first performance — and what a single lesson actually looks like.
From first conversation to finished performance
Four stages, in order. Most students move through all four inside their first month.
Start with a conversation
A short, no-pressure consultation — by phone, email, or in person — about your goals, your current range, and what's held your voice back so far. This isn't an audition. It's just so Vicki knows what she's working with.
Build your plan
Vicki designs a lesson plan around your voice type, your genre, and how you learn best — not a syllabus pulled off a shelf. If you're prepping for something specific (an audition, a wedding, a demo), the plan is built backward from that date.
Train, weekly
Hour-long sessions, in the studio or over Skype, working breath control, range, tone, and stamina — in that order. Technique comes before repertoire, so what you learn actually holds up once the pressure's on.
Perform and record
When you're ready, add a CD-quality recording session at Studio 105 — the same room where you've been training — and walk away with something to actually show for it, whether that's a demo, a gift for family, or proof of how far you've come.
What actually happens in your first lesson
One hour, broken into four parts. Nothing here requires you to already "know how to sing."
Warm-up & check-in
A short vocal warm-up while Vicki asks how you're feeling and what's on your mind — nerves are normal, and this part is designed to settle them.
Range & technique assessment
A few simple exercises to hear where your breath support, range, and tone naturally sit right now — this becomes the baseline your plan is built from.
Focused technique work
Hands-on work on the one or two things that will move your voice the most right now — usually breath control first, since almost everything else depends on it.
Wrap-up & homework
A quick recap of what was covered, one or two things to practice before the next lesson, and time for any questions.
In-studio or online — the training is identical
The only real difference is where you're sitting. Technique, pacing, and feedback don't change.
| What you get | In-Studio | Online (Skype) |
|---|---|---|
| Session length | 60 minutes | 60 minutes |
| One-on-one coaching | Included | Included |
| Small group option | Available | Not currently offered |
| Booking | Individually or in blocks | Prepaid in blocks |
| Recording add-on | Available at Studio 105 | Not applicable |
| Travel required | Yes — 8570 Rampart Rd, Jacksonville | None |
| Best for | Local students, recording-focused goals | Anyone outside Jacksonville, tight schedules |
Not sure which fits? Say so in the consultation — most students decide after that first conversation, not before it. Switching formats later is never a problem.
Questions about the process
Do I need any experience before my first lesson?
No. The first lesson is built to work for a complete beginner and a seasoned performer alike — the assessment step is exactly what figures out where you're starting from.
How soon can I book after the consultation?
Most students book their first lesson within a few days of the consultation call, once a plan and schedule are worked out.
What if I need to reschedule a lesson?
Reach out as early as you can by phone or email. Studio time and online blocks are both easiest to move with a little notice.
Can I switch between in-studio and online later?
Yes — some students split time between both depending on travel or schedule. The training itself doesn't change either way.
How long until I notice a difference?
It depends on where you're starting and how often you practice between sessions, but most students notice a real shift in breath control and confidence within the first several weeks.