High Notes Voice Studio — Ada, Michigan
Vocal Pedagogy Workshop
Musical Theatre & Contemporary Commercial Music
A hands-on workshop for student singers, choir programs, and parents — exploring how the voice works and how to use it well.
Your Presenter
Tracey Lee McKenna, M.M.
- Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy, Shenandoah Conservatory (2018)
- Specialization in Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM)
- Former Associate Professor of Voice, AMDA College of the Performing Arts, Los Angeles
Tracey Lee McKenna holds a Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy with a specialization in Contemporary Commercial Music from Shenandoah Conservatory, where her studies focused on the anatomy, physiology, and function of the singing voice. She was an Associate Professor of Voice at AMDA College of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles — one of the premier colleges in the United States for musical theatre training. She now teaches at High Notes Voice Studio in Ada, Michigan.
Curriculum
What the Workshop Covers
The workshop looks at the voice from both a practical and scientific perspective — giving students tools they can take directly into rehearsals, performances, and individual practice.
Voice Anatomy & Physiology
How the voice actually functions — from the inside out.
Healthy Vocal Habits
Building technique that protects and strengthens the voice over time.
Breath & Support
Understanding breath as the foundation of every sound.
Resonance & Registration
Chest voice, head voice, mix — and how to navigate them.
Avoiding Tension & Strain
Identifying and releasing habits that limit the voice.
Contemporary Styles
How healthy technique applies to musical theatre, pop, rock, and CCM.
Open to
Who Should Attend
Student singers
Any level — from beginners to advanced performers.
Choir & ensemble members
Ideal for school choir programs and performing arts students.
Parents
Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend alongside their students.
Observers
Students who prefer to observe rather than participate are welcome.
Bring This Workshop to Your School
Tracey is happy to tailor the workshop to the age and experience of your students and to whatever would be most useful for your program. Reach out to start the conversation.