Who It's For
Voice lessons are available for children, teens, and adults of all experience levels.
Dr. Mills' specialty is working with young voices—helping singers develop healthy vocal habits from the beginning so they can enjoy singing for years to come.
Adult students are equally welcome, whether returning to singing after many years, preparing for auditions, or exploring beautiful repertoire for personal enjoyment.
Growing Healthy Voices for Life
Healthy singing is about learning to sing with freedom, balance, and confidence.
Young voices deserve patient guidance during years of growth and change. Lessons focus on healthy vocal habits, efficient breathing, beautiful tone, and age-appropriate repertoire that encourages long-term vocal success.
The goal is to help students develop voices they'll enjoy for a lifetime.
What You'll Learn
Students develop complete musicianship—not simply stronger voices.
Lessons may include:
Every lesson is tailored to the student's age, goals, and current level of development.
Building Confident Young Singers
Many young singers struggle with:
The goal is not perfection, but helping students become joyful, expressive musicians who enjoy sharing their voices.
Healthy Singing for Every Style
Healthy singing begins with efficient breath, balanced coordination, and expressive communication—not with one particular style of music. Students build a solid technical foundation that allows them to sing classical, musical theatre, jazz, folk, sacred music, and contemporary repertoire with confidence and freedom.
A Library as Unique as Every Voice
Every singer develops differently, so no single collection of songs is right for everyone. Rather than teaching from one anthology, Dr. Mills draws from an extensive library spanning classical, folk, musical theatre, jazz, sacred music, art song, opera, and contemporary styles.
Together you'll choose music that fits your age, experience, vocal development, and goals—helping every student sing music they genuinely enjoy while continuing to grow.
Classical Foundations
Art Song
Opera
Musical Theatre
Jazz & American Standards
Folk Songs
Sacred & Spirituals
Preparing for Choirs, Festivals, and Auditions
Many students come to lessons with a specific musical goal. Dr. Mills regularly helps students prepare for:
Lessons include repertoire selection, interpretation, vocal technique, performance anxiety management, and thorough audition preparation.
Musical Theatre Audition Coaching
Many singers need help navigating the audition process, not just vocal technique. Dr. Mills assists students with selecting audition songs, finding age-appropriate repertoire, preparing 16- and 32-bar cuts, improving storytelling, and strengthening acting through song—whether preparing for school musicals, community theatre, or college auditions. Coaching is individualized for each student.
Adult Singers Welcome
Many adults believe they've "missed their chance" to learn to sing. Nothing could be further from the truth. Whether returning after decades away or simply wanting the joy of singing beautiful repertoire, adult students are warmly welcomed.
There are no required performances, no pressure, and no expectation beyond enjoying the process of becoming a better musician.
Formats & scheduling
- In-person or online
Pricing & policies
30 minutes: $55 per lesson 45 minutes: $75 per lesson 60 minutes: $95 per lesson
Voice students are invited to participate in optional studio recitals throughout the year. Recitals are intended to celebrate progress in a relaxed and encouraging environment and are never required.
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What Students Say
“Melissa is amazing! She always makes me feel so good even when I need critiques during my vocal lesson. I always leave my lessons smiling!!!”
Izzy Nickel
Voice student
“Dr. Mills has been helping me with voice lessons online, and the sessions are going very well. I am learning new things and improving my singing, and I enjoy the lessons. Thanks, Dr. Mills!”
Cady Brand
Online voice student
“Dr. Melissa Mills is a wonderful vocal teacher who has helped my neurodivergent daughter grow in her music skills.”
Bethany Evans Garner
Parent of a voice student
“Dr. Mills is a wonderful instructor. She's no doubt very knowledgeable, but what strikes me most about her is her ability to put her students at ease. She is what I would call a builder. She helps students learn to sing, but she also helps them learn to be brave and to have self confidence. Learning to sing is a wonderful thing, but learning to have courage, trust your voice, and feel good about yourself might just be the more important lesson. If you're looking for a voice instructor, look no further.”
Amber
Parent of voice student
“I've had such a wonderful experience with Dr. Melissa Mills as my voice teacher. She has created a supportive, encouraging environment that has helped me build both my confidence and my vocal skills. Every lesson is personalized, and enjoyable. Her knowledge, patience, and ability to explain techniques clearly have made a huge difference in my progress. I always leave feeling motivated and excited to keep improving. I highly recommend Dr Mills to anyone looking for a talented and inspiring voice teacher!”
Laurie Eller
Adult voice student
“Dr. Melissa Mills will help you be a better singer. I am learning so much about vocal technique and artistry. She has introduced me to vocal literature that I didn't even know existed. She knows her stuff for sure and is a joy to work with!”
Cathy Christensen
Adult voice student
Frequently Asked Questions
Scholarship Funding May Be Available
The Music Studio is an approved provider for two Utah scholarship programs that may help eligible families pay for private music lessons.
Two Ways Scholarship Funds May Help
Utah Fits All Scholarship
The Music Studio is an approved Utah Fits All provider. Eligible Utah K-12 students may be able to use scholarship funds for qualifying private music instruction, including voice, piano, organ, and music theory lessons.
Scholarship eligibility, awards, approved expenses, and payment authorization are determined by the Utah Fits All Scholarship Program.
Carson Smith Opportunity Scholarship
The Music Studio is an approved provider for the Children First Education Fund Carson Smith Opportunity Scholarship. Eligible students with qualifying disabilities may be able to receive funding toward private music lessons.
Scholarship eligibility and award amounts are determined by the Children First Education Fund.
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