Testimonials & Clients

Testimonials

Until I turned to Dave Stroud, I had a constant battle with my voice when I was on tour. The pain from my strained vocal cords took a significant toll on my performances and on my enthusiasm. Dave helped me learn to control and improve my voice in ways that no other vocal coach had. He’s extremely encouraging and easy to work with, and creates an environment where it’s safe to make mistakes. My career has been improved by our lessons – and my quality of life, too. I’m no longer in pain when I sing, and I’m forever grateful to Dave for that.

Matt Scannell
Vertical Horizon

Through his mastery of vocal technique, Dave is able to teach a free, balanced, and healthy sound that will last a lifetime. The superb master classes he has given at the Conservatory demonstrate his ability to detect and solve technical problems extremely quickly.

Pamela Fry Voice Department Co-Chair
San Francisco Conservatory of Music

I never leave home without my lesson CDs, which I use religiously to warm up before live shows and recording sessions. Being an R&B and gospel singer, I really have to be able to sing through my mix strongly and consistently. Dave has gotten me to the point of feeling so comfortable moving from my chest to middle to head voice, that I can sing for long periods of time without ever getting tired−He’s amazing!

Terry Ellis
En Vogue

Working with Dave Stroud has changed my life. He’s helped me in the pursuit of learning to sing ten times more than anyone else I’ve ever worked with. The technique simply feels right and works! He doesn’t waste time in lessons; we SING. For any technique questions I have, he gives a clear answer that makes sense. I really wish I’d met him when I was 20!

Michele Weir
Arranger/Pianist/Vocalist/Faculty, UCLA