Voice Lessons in Columbia, TN
Learn From a Highly Vetted and Experienced Voice Teacher in Your Own Home – Easy Scheduling, and Lessons For All Ages and Vocal Goals.
Learn To Sing At a High Level From Your Home
For many students, singing lessons are the most comfortable and approachable at home. Harmony Home Music offers private voice lessons right in your living room, giving students a familiar space to explore their musicianship without travel, the fear of being self-conscious, or other stressors. Luke and Hannah Sunderland created this program because they wanted students to study music in an environment that feels supportive. Luke’s background as a professional musician with degrees from Belmont University, creates a musical community that every student loves. Our teachers are carefully selected and background-checked, and they can sing as well as they can teach.
Whether you live near Bear Creek Pike, Sunnyside, and the downtown district, you can learn to sing without losing time to traffic or long drives. For scheduling information, contact us at your earliest convenience.
Harmony Home’s mission is to provide exceptional in-home music lessons while demonstrating the love of Christ through our daily interactions with our students and their families.
Your Home is the Best Place to Learn How to Sing
Students often sing more naturally when they are not adjusting to a new room or feeling watched by strangers. At home, warmups feel less intimidating, and students can focus on breathing and tone instead of the pressure of a studio environment. Children tend to follow instructions more easily when the setting is familiar. Teens enjoy having their voice lesson in a space where they can concentrate and practice their repertoire without distraction. Adults appreciate the convenience and find it easier to stay consistent from week to week. With fewer transitions and a calmer environment, lessons unfold smoothly from the moment they begin.
Voice Lessons for Kids
Young singers in Columbia learn the basics of using their voice gently and confidently. Teachers introduce breathing patterns, pitch-matching games, and short warmups that help children explore their range safely. Songs may come from early musical theater, classic folk tunes, or children’s movie soundtracks. As students gain skill, they learn how to shape vowels more clearly, keep their posture relaxed, and sing simple harmonies. These early steps build coordination and confidence, which prepare them for future choir involvement and school performances.
Voice Lessons for Teens
Columbia teens often come to voice lessons with goals tied to school programs, church music, or personal interests. Lessons may include refinements to breath support, tone consistency, resonance, and expressive phrasing. Teachers help teens work on pieces from Broadway, contemporary worship, pop ballads, and classical art songs, depending on what they hope to achieve. Students preparing for auditions or solos learn how to choose appropriate repertoire and present themselves with confidence. They also practice skills such as sight-singing, interval training, and diction, which support long-term vocal growth.
Voice Lessons for Adults
Adults study voice for many reasons. Some want to sing with more ease in church. Others enjoy learning a favorite style or returning to music after a long break. Lessons may focus on breath coordination, vibrato control, range building, or stylistic nuance. Adult students often appreciate having a clear structure that fits realistically into their schedule. Because lessons take place at home, adults feel more comfortable experimenting with sound, working through vocal exercises, and practicing new techniques without feeling rushed or self-conscious.
“Our 6 year old is having so much fun learning with his instructor Cierra. She is incredibly patient and encouraging during their lessons together and he’s always eager to show her what he has been practicing the following week when she comes back!”
— Devin P.
Learn A Wide Range of Musical Styles
Columbia has a mix of musical interests, and lessons reflect that range. Students can study classical art songs, contemporary worship music, Broadway repertoire, country storytelling styles, or modern pop. Teachers show students how breath support, resonance, and vowel shape change depending on the style. For example, a student working on a country ballad learns how to use natural tone and subtle phrasing, while a student interested in classical study practices rounded vowels and controlled airflow. Lessons expand naturally as students begin discovering which styles feel most meaningful to them.
What You Will Study in Voice Lessons
A typical lesson includes warmups that strengthen consistency and flexibility. Students work on breath planning, pitch accuracy, and exercises that move through different parts of the vocal range. Teachers cover musicianship skills such as ear training, rhythm patterns, and sight-singing. Repertoire work explores expression, clear diction, and balanced tone. Students preparing for performances or auditions learn strategies to stay calm, present confidently, and communicate the emotion of a song. Over time, students gain a clear understanding of how their voice works and how to keep it healthy and responsive.
Lessons for Beginners Through Advanced Singers
Beginners learn foundational skills such as steady breathing, simple scales, relaxed posture, and clear pitch. Intermediate singers practice blending registers smoothly, refining tone, and exploring more challenging songs. Advanced students work on expressive interpretation, detailed phrasing, and literature suited to their interests. Some students study classical pieces by Schubert or Handel, while others work on contemporary worship, pop, or country selections. Lessons are always tailored to the singer’s goals and experience level.
Areas We Serve in Columbia
Harmony Home Music teaches throughout Columbia and neighboring areas in Maury County. Students often come from neighborhoods near Bear Creek, Riverside, Hampshire Pike, Sunnyside, and downtown Columbia. Instructors also travel to Mount Pleasant and Spring Hill, offering consistent and accessible instruction throughout the region.
Meet the Instructors
Jelena
Piano Instructor
grace
Piano Instructor
jonathan
Piano and Voice Instructor
kimber
Piano, Voice, and Ukulele Instructor
Makayla
Piano, Guitar, and Voice Instructor
Eight years classically trained at the Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts in Nova Scotia, Canada, Makayla works with children in all areas of voice training, guitar, piano and songwriting. With a background of being a professional singer/songwriter, Makayla began teaching for Shania Twain’s “Kids Can Foundation” in 2018 working with children in low-income families and has since taken on additional students. Her passion and expertise in music along with her love of sharing it with children make for a wonderful introduction to the world of music for your little ones.
Se Young Ko (Daniel)
Piano, Violin, and Composition Instructor
Se Young is a violinist, pianist, and composer who is based in Nashville, TN. He has received his Bachelor’s degree in Contemporary Writing & Production and Violin Performance from Berklee College of Music and his Master’s degree in Commercial Music at Belmont University. He is also a violinist and pianist experienced in many genres including classical, jazz, Brazilian/Latin, and has performed and recorded around the world. Se Young has worked with artists including Pablo Ziegler, Sunwoo Jung-a, Jung In, Berklee World Strings, Dear Jazz Orchestra, and many more. Se Young currently teaches at Belmont University as a professor in the school of music.
Phoebe
Voice and Songwriting Instructor
Phoebe is a professional vocalist and songwriter with over a decade of singing experience in both live and recorded settings. A graduate of Belmont University with a BA in Commercial Songwriting, she brings a deep understanding of both vocal artistry and songcraft to her teaching. Her lead and background vocals appear on recordings by Natalie Layne, Selah, Rachael Nemiroff, and many others.
Nic
Piano and Trumpet Instructor
Nic is a professional pianist who specializes in improvisation, with experience in jazz, classical, and contemporary styles. With a strong foundation in music theory and composition, Nic has performed for events at the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. He has played with artists such as Brian Nathan, Daniel Arci, and Maddie in Good Company.
Grace
Piano Instructor
Grace is one of Harmony Home’s lovely piano instructors. Grace grew up in Minnesota and has taught piano for 10 years. From a young age, she led worship and was competing and winning statewide piano competitions! Grace graduated with a degree in Commercial Music, Arranging, and Composition. Currently, Grace leads worship at churches and is an accompanist for the school district in the Nashville/Franklin area. Grace recently released a single titled “Mercy is Mine.” She loves teaching kids and adults of any age/level and hopes to be an encouragement in their lives!
Abraham
Drum Instructor
Abraham is one of our awesome instructors at Harmony Home, teaching drums! Abraham has spent the last few years touring across the country, from Phoenix, AZ to Manchester, NH, playing drums and leading worship for people of all ages. He plays for several Christian music artists, promoting positive and uplifting environments, while spreading Good News and hope to all people. He has also helped lead worship at several youth camps, helping coach and lead youth to have fun and meaningful faith-based lives.
Ryan
Guitar Instructor
Hey! My name is Ryan and I’m the lead guitarist of a nationally touring band The Young Escape. We have written 3 number 1 songs and have played several major tours/venues that include The Wiltern in LA, the Moore Theater in Seattle, the Newport Music Hall in Columbus, and many more. I have years of live music and studio experience and can play in a wide variety of styles from pop to blues to funk to rock. My teaching focuses on giving guitar students a solid foundation for their skills so they have the tools to effectively express themselves on their instrument. My goal with my students is to get them excited to pick up their guitar every day.
Kimber
Piano, Voice, and Ukulele Instructor
Kimber is a songwriter, artist, worship leader, and studio session vocalist born right here in Nashville, TN. Beginning her musical journey at just 10 years old, she has had the opportunity to hone her skills and develop her artistry through many different experiences. Some of these experiences include singing and being interviewed on national television, performing a version of the Christmas classic “O Holy Night” that charted on Billboard Christian Airplay in 2018, being featured as a songwriter and/or vocalist in two motion pictures, writing with many up-and-coming and established recording artists, and leading worship at Belmont Church on Music Row for over a decade. She is passionate about writing both mainstream and Christian music that speaks of the radical love of Jesus Christ and his transformative power to bring hope and healing in any circumstance.
Emma
Piano, Bass, Guitar, Brass, and Ukulele Instructor
Emma is a musician and visual artist from Michigan. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor and previously taught elementary school. Emma enjoys teaching piano, guitar, ukulele, and brass to students of all ages. She enjoys writing and recording her own music from home, and sharing what she has learned about being a maker with others.
Cierra
Voice, Ukulele, and Beginner Piano Instructor
Cierra is a skilled vocalist, music educator, and performer with a passion for helping students develop their musical talents in a supportive and encouraging environment. She holds a Master of Music in Commercial Voice Performance from Belmont University, where she graduated with a 3.98 GPA and received the prestigious Graduate Student Award. She also earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Music Education and Vocal Performance from Marshall University. Cierra brings a wealth of teaching experience, having worked as a private instructor for several years, as well as serving as a graduate teaching assistant at Belmont University. Her background includes directing children’s choirs, coaching vocal ensembles, and leading worship music. In addition to her teaching, Cierra is an accomplished performer, having sung with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra Chorus and led the Americana/Appalachian folk trio, Cypress the Band.
Kris
Saxophone, Clarinet, Piano, and Voice Instructor
Kris is one of Harmony Home’s awesome instructors, teaching multiple instruments. Kris is a jazz & soul musician. He started playing when he was 9 years old and began playing professionally about 7 years ago. Kris studied jazz performance and composition at the University of Utah, and moved to Nashville to pursue a career in playing music and composing. We’re so glad to have Kris as part of the Harmony Home team!
Jelena
Piano Instructor
Jelena is a classically trained pianist, having played for 20 years and counting. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Music from Elmhurst University in Elmhurst Illinois, with her primary performance instrument being piano and secondary as voice. Additional expertise includes playing for the university jazz bands and soprano vocals in choir.
Jaron
Guitar and Piano Instructor
Jaron is a professional guitarist, producer, engineer, and worship leader. He holds a Bachelor’s in Commercial Guitar from Belmont University and has years of experience playing guitar and leading worship at a professional level. As a small business owner of his own production business, Jaron has been producing and mixing artists in Nashville for over 3 years. He has a deep passion for the creative process and seeing the next generation fall in love with music and creating art!
Colleen
Violin and Piano Instructor
Colleen is one of Harmony Home’s wonderful violin and piano instructors! Colleen has been playing the violin since she was 4 years old. She grew up in orchestra and learned classically. Colleen attended the Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music for an associates in Audio Recording. Colleen is passionate about the ear for music and finding each individual’s passion for what they hear and incorporating it into their own personal lives.
Jack
Violin, Mandolin, and Viola Instructor
Jack is one of Harmony Home’s talented violin/fiddle instructors! Jack is from Bozeman, Montana and grew up playing the violin. He graduated from Belmont this past May with a degree in commercial music performance. Jack is currently a fiddle player in the Nashville area and plays with a variety of country, bluegrass, and jazz musicians.
Jonathan
Piano and Voice Instructor
Jonathan is a multi-instrument composer, arranger, vocalist, and music educator based out of Nashville, TN. From arranging and orchestrating projects for Grammy and Dove award-winning artists to designing for educational ensembles and churches across the United States. On any given day, his music can be heard on the marching band field, in churches, and in performance halls all across the country and arrangements of his music have been performed in five countries across Europe and have been translated into 4 languages. Jonathan resides in Nashville, TN where he is active in the music industry as a freelance arranger and private music instructor, and is the founder and editor of Stronger Music Company, an innovative educational publishing company that serves music educators across the United States.
Columbia, TN Voice Lessons FAQs
What Ages Can Take Lessons?
We teach children, teens, and adults. Younger singers learn simple warmups and pitch skills, while older students focus on technique, repertoire, and personal goals.
Can Beginners Start With Your Teachers?
Yes. Beginners start with steady breathing, comfortable posture, and basic tone exercises. Teachers introduce skills gradually so new singers feel confident from the start.
I Need Help With an Audition. Can You Prepare Me?
Students preparing for choir placements, school musicals, or church solos receive guidance with technique, repertoire selection, and performance preparation.
What About Other Genres?
Students can explore classical, country, worship, pop, Broadway, or a blend of styles. Teachers help singers understand how to adjust technique for each genre.
Are There Recitals, Events, and So Forth?
Yes. Students may take part in Harmony Home Music recitals at the Steinway Piano Gallery in Nashville, which provide a supportive setting for sharing progress.