Voice by Yvonne

If you really want to improve your singing ability or have a child that you want to turn into a super star, Yvonne is the absolute best! I started taking voice lessons from Yvonne this past year and she's more amazing than ever. Not only does she have the most phenomenal voice, but she has an incredible work ethic and a vibrant, energetic and positive attitude! Being able to take voice from someone who is genuinely passionate and super fun to be around is such a gift. Having a boring teacher is like being stabbed by the subject you're trying to learn. It can really make or break the experience, especially if you're new to the arts or a young child.Yvonne's students range from young children to high schoolers to adults, at all different skill levels. When I first started taking lessons, I was so worried about what she'd think of my voice because hers is so incredibly powerful. But I eventually got over that silly fear because Yvonne is so kind and knows how to help change your technique in a way that anyone can learn to sing with practice. At your voice lesson Yvonne accompanies you on piano or you can sing to a karaoke track if you'd prefer. You start with important warm-up exercises and you get to sing whatever type of song you'd prefer. You can take a 30 or 60 minute lesson and pay through her website (http://www.voicebyyvonne.com). If you're really serious about voice lessons, she's who I'd recommend because she expects you to practice and your instructional time will be 5-stars on every level.Voice lessons are in Manoa at a formal music lesson studio located in the corner of the Manoa Shopping Center. The studio space is very clean, professional and parking is free.

My 9 year old daughter has recently become a student of Yvonne Iverson, having taken lessons for a little less than two months. Our experience has been nothing short of phenomenal. Yvonne is a very experienced and professional voice coach and treats vocal training like a sport. She is very organized and assigns regular homework of essential breathing exercises and scales which she checks on weekly. The benefit of these exercises in learning to create vocal power (one of Yvonne's greatest assets) cannot be overstated. She and my daughter hit it off immediately and it is pure delight for me to watch them together during the lesson each week (it's the high point of my week, every week). She immediately recognized my daughter's strengths and vocal pocket and the first song she chose was something we had never heard but which fit my daughter like an old glove. My daughter has always had a good ear and precise tone but had no idea how to generate power. In this short time that has changed dramatically. Last weekend was my daughter's first public performance. Yvonne is actually way more than just a voice coach, she is an excellent performance coach as well. On her lesson last week, Yvonne taught her some great stage performance techniques, like how to stand, how to hold the mic, facial expression, what to do with your hands, and how to engage your audience. Boy did they pay off. My daughter had an amazingly positive experience that has given her even more confidence. Many people commented on how well she projected as she could be heard over the whole fair.I will also say that Yvonne 's communication is excellent. If a question comes up I can email her or call and she is quick to get back and provide the assistance needed.After such a short time together, I can't wait to hear my daughter after she has been with Yvonne for a few years. I am quite confident that should my daughter advance to greater levels of the entertainment industry that Yvonne has the chops to help her navigate all the different challenges she may face. I trust Yvonne, and even more importantly, my daughter trusts Yvonne. We are in it for the long run. If you are a serious student, she is a serious coach.

I am definitely not one to write a bad yelp review . In fact I'm always excited to write good reviews! In this case I am making an exception because I don't want anyone else to be treated the way I have been with Voice by Yvonne. From the very beginning she treats you as if you are a child and talks down to and belittles you. She is very money centered. She discusses payment more than she discusses her lessons. She wants to be paid a month in advance for her services. I did as she asked but when she canceled a class she still expected a payment (which she never refunded). I found her system very confusing and she continued to send me rude and very belittling messages. I don't want anyone to experience the bullying and belittling that I have gone through. Beware!

The gifted instruction of Yvonne Iverson *** star singing coachThe old travel industry had an expression: Orchid and / or Onion comments ....This is an "orchid". Had managed several organizations before becoming a reluctant hotelier in Hawaii. Teaching is always a tough challenge, in America it has lost quality. Repeat, this is an orchid letter! A well deserved one. It is always a pleasure in any walk of life or endeavor to see professionalism demonstrated. People say America is getting soft in mind and body. Remarkably, Yvonne contradicts this supposition and is a role model for getting education back on track. Yvonne is a fine teacher. It is sad that all schools do not have more truly gifted teachers ... AmenIt is a daunting task to instruct people, who start cold with little talent i.e. this student Yvonne hits the mark, perhaps because of her long record of being a broadway style singing star in the theater.Aloha & Mahalo nui loa Yvonne, proud of you !Patrick BrentChairmanDonegal Group

Yvonne is an outstanding professional voice coach who recently moved from Honolulu. She has a long history of entertaining. In Hawaii she was a local celebrity and Portland will be lucky to have her.Yvonne teaches breathing and control. Just one Diva session with her made a difference for me ( and I am a lousy singer ) but at least I know why I sound the way I do and I know what I need to do to correct it. She is an amazing vocalist and is right up there with Mariah Cary and Carrie Underwood in range and style. Several of her students have gone on to America Has Talent One of her students , Bryana Salaz ended up as #20 finalist on the VOICE and now has a contract for a new TV series.Whether you are a professional who wants to fine tune your style or you have a child with talent, Yvonne is the person to contact.

My daughter has an interest in musical theatre and she wanted to take voice lessons in late 2022 because she felt "weakness" when singing so the search began to look for an in-person instructor. Not only has Yvonne helped my now 13 year old with her singing, I appreciate Yvonne's truthfulness in sharing her personal theatre experience, her professionalism, and her motherly mentorship for my daughter!

My brother and the love of his life decided to have a destination wedding on the beautiful island of Oahu. Yvonne Iversen was the wedding coordinator for this very special event. This review is based upon the fact I was a member of the wedding party. She communicated with the wedding party and guests through a private group social media site starting weeks before the event. Her information regarding the relevant customs and plans were especially enlightening. A great bonus was she provided info on places to shop, eat, transport options and locales that might be if interest. She was very visible, engaged and present during the ceremony (which she officiated) and the reception. Her online communication and countdown to the big day was very helpful and prepared me very well for what we were to experience. She knows her resources very well, I would use her again if the need arose. A very successful and fulfilling outcome. Thank you Yvonne.