Sarah Hackett: "Through the combination of private voice lessons and participation in the Voices Rising ensemble, I have found significant improvement in my voice and in my technique. We are constantly being taught new things in such a kind and nurturing environment. I've met so many new people and made so many new friends, and I'm looking forward to coming back this fall!"

Jillian & Shane Porter: "Our daughter, Charlotte, absolutely loves being part of Voices Rising program. Not only has she made wonderful new friends, but she also looks forward to each practice with enthusiasm and excitement. The choir director, Melody, has created an engaging environment which fosters Charlotte's love for music, and we have noticed remarkable improvement in her vocal abilities. Watching her confidence grow and seeing her joy while performing is so much fun. The Voices Rising choir has been a fantastic experience for our family, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for music programming for their children."

Michelle Thibodeau, Singer / Songwriter / Actress: "I began voice lessons with Melody in grade 5 after a chronic back injury took me away from competitive sports. I loved it so much I continued until I graduated high school and was accepted into Performing Arts College. As a result, I am now pursuing a singer-songwriter and musical theatre career in Toronto! Melody is as talented as she is sweet. She teaches her students disciplined vocal, theory and sight-singing skills and makes sure we leave every lesson with a smile! Not to mention, I made life-long friends with the other students in her studio, all of whom are now very successful in their chosen fields."

Kerry Knee:"At age 6, my son, Grayson, started taking voice lessons with Melody in her beautiful studio. He took to Melody immediately as she is very warm and makes learning fun. She's like a real-life Mary Poppins! Grayson particularly enjoyed Melody's year-end recital filled with solos, duets and group performances with his new friends."

Nhat-Viet Phi, Pianist: "Working under Melody Dobson in vocal and choral contexts has been one of the most satisfying musical experiences of my life...and I've had a few. By turns blunt and uplifting, Melody wears a smile through it all and is the consummate leader, hard-working teacher and clever diplomat all at once."

Marshall Button, Artist-in-Residence, Capitol Theatre: "Melody Dobson is a fabulous voice teacher and one of our great resources. Now, if only we can convince her to return to the stage!" www.lucien.nb.ca

Antonio Delgado, Music Director and Conductor, New Brunswick Youth Orchestra: "Melody Dobson is not just an excellent artist in her own right, but also a great inspiration to new artists, local music groups and the whole community through her teaching and conducting. Thanks to her presence in New Brunswick, the possibilities in the vocal and choral communities are becoming bigger, better - and definitely more exciting - every day." NBYO - Sistema NB

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