In Speech or Song, Everyone Wants to Be Heard

Excellence in Voice
& Speech Training

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Sheila Dugan

Individualized Training for Public Speaking and Singing

I work primarily with adults who want to communicate or perform at a higher level.

Some are experienced professionals. Some are returning to skills they have not used in years. Some are beginning because they have always wanted to speak or sing with greater confidence, ease and effectiveness.

I do not use generic formulas. I listen, observe and identify what may be getting in the way—then we work directly on the skills that can be changed.

Whether the goal is stronger public speaking, greater vocal freedom, improved
performance or simply sounding more like yourself at your best, the training is private, practical and highly individualized.

Offering professional training in:

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    Public Speaking

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    Singing Lessons

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    Voice Rehabilitation

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    Audition Preparation

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Training Built Around You

  • Public speaking and singing instruction is offered privately, one-on-one, allowing the work to focus specifically on your voice, your goals and the skills you want to improve.

  • Remote training allows me to accommodate clients throughout the United States and in many parts of the world, with the same careful observation, individualized instruction and attention to detail that define my teaching.

  • Voice rehabilitation is provided only with appropriate medical referral.

Custom Lessons

I teach private, one-on-one lessons and am available for vocal workshops.

Voice Rehabilitation requires a medical referral.