"If I cannot fly, let me sing."-Stephen Sondheim
Welcome to my vocal studio page! I believe there is nothing in the world like singing. It cultivates a specific kind of joy within the human heart and soul, and helping people discover this joy is my passion. Whether you love singing in choirs, in musicals, in a band, or just in your own living room, my studio is meant for people who love to sing and wish to learn to use their voice in an even better way!
HOW?
I employ an individualized teaching approach that is curated especially for each student. Through vocal function-based training, increased body awareness, knowledge of anatomy, and the exploration of different styles of repertoire, I guide my students on the incredible journey of discovering their unique vocal sound and artistic spirit so they can fulfill their individual singing goals and dreams. My performance background is rooted in the classical singing repertoire however, I also teach other styles including musical theatre and pop.
My goal is always to teach the entire person; mind, body, and soul, which is why I bring compassion, empathy, and warmth to every interaction with my students. I use the experience and knowledge of the mechanics of the body, gained during my time as a yoga teacher in my voice teaching, to help students release tension and find more ease while singing.
WHO?
I teach teenagers (14+) through adults, both avocational and professional singers, all levels (beginner through advanced) welcome! I love working with students who have desire to explore the unique potential of their voice.
Contact me to set up a consultation call and begin your
journey of vocal discovery!
Testimonials
"Evan is a wonderful voice teacher. Her friendly demeanor, low-pressure guidance, and genuine interest in my academic and personal pursuits put me at ease from my first lesson with her. Don't be fooled, however- she has high standards and expectations for her students, which challenged me and sparked important growth. I felt comfortable and open while working with her, which encouraged me to try new techniques and explore the potential of my vocal range. Evan is not only a gifted teacher, but a true friend. I would recommend her vocal teaching to anyone!" -Summer Drum, UNC Greensboro voice student
"Evan is an amazing teacher, and I am so lucky to have studied with her over the summer. Evan's continuous optimism and unending support encourages optimal growth as a singer. Through personal experience and abundance of knowledge, Evan pinpoints areas of development and strengthens them intensively. In just six weeks, Evan added body to my middle range, focused my tone, and helped me utilize more effective breathing techniques. Evan's kindness and passion is incredibly inspiring and unmatched by others. Her bubbly smile and openness to questions makes her studio a truly comfortable environment. I would recommend anyone to take voice lessons from her!" -Stephanie Chee, Boston University Tanglewood Institute student
"Evan Leontis has always taught her students in a kind and steady manner. She knows how to identify the strengths in her singers and to reenforce those strengths, while at the same time, weeding out their bad habits. If you need a singing teacher who knows her technique, go to Evan, but more importantly, if you need someone who has passion for what she does, definitely go to Evan." -Jeremy Toda-Ambaras, Guilford College voice student
ABOUT
Dr. Evangelia Leontis has extensive experience teaching classical voice to singers of all levels, ages, and musical backgrounds. She strives to help students discover the tools they need to communicate with the world through the medium of music and always aims to teach the entire person; mind, body, and soul, by bringing compassion, empathy, and warmth to every interaction with a student. Her instruction is rooted in a thorough knowledge and understanding of vocal pedagogy and voice science that is complimented by a background in yoga and the Alexander Technique. She is also a lover of languages and has a passion for teaching and coaching lyric diction.
Previously, Dr. Leontis served on the voice faculties of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley where she taught Applied Voice, Song Literature, Lyric Diction, Vocal Methods, and directed the opera, the New England Conservatory Preparatory School, and Guilford College. She also taught courses in Applied Voice, Class Voice, Italian Diction, and English Diction during her time as a Doctoral Teaching Assistant at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. She spent five summers serving on the voice faculty of the Boston University Tanglewood Institute's Young Artist Vocal Program teaching voice, diction, and yoga for singers, as well as directing opera scenes. Dr. Leontis is a full member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), an organization for which she regularly adjudicates, and the College Music Society.
In 2017 Dr. Leontis traveled to Bali, Indonesia to complete the YogaWorks 200 hour yoga teacher training certification. During this vinyasa yoga-based training she studied anatomy, asana (yoga postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), and yoga philosophy, as well as restorative yoga. She is now exploring ways to incorporate yogic concepts of alignment, breath, and philosophy into teaching voice and is offering Yoga For Singers Classes and Workshops. She has presented workshops at the Boston Conservatory, Texas A & M Kingsville, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Keene State College, the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, the New School of Music, and Greensboro College.
Dr. Leontis joined the voice faculties of Keene State College and Castleton University in fall 2019.