Seth Winkler
About
I help singers of all levels develop confidence, vocal freedom, range, power, control, and healthy technique in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Whether you're a complete beginner, a working vocalist, a songwriter, or a professional performer, lessons are tailored specifically to your voice, goals, and musical style.
With over 20 years of teaching and performing experience, I’ve worked with everyone from first-time singers to platinum-selling recording artists. My students have improved their range, vocal strength, breath coordination, tone, consistency, and performance confidence while learning how to sing in a healthy and sustainable way.
My teaching is based primarily on Speech Level Singing principles, focusing on building a connected, balanced voice without strain or tension. Lessons are practical, encouraging, and goal-oriented, helping students make noticeable progress quickly.
I teach Pop, Rock, Contemporary, Jazz, Worship, Singer-Songwriter, and commercial vocal styles, and I also help students with:
• Vocal technique
• Range development
• Breath support
• Vocal strength and endurance
• Song preparation
• Performance coaching
• Audition preparation
• Harmony and musicianship
• Songwriting guidance
Students often describe my teaching style as patient, encouraging, detailed, and highly personalized.
If you’re looking for a vocal coach who can help you sing with more freedom, confidence, and consistency, I’d love to work with you.
Teaching Style
My teaching style combines strong technical foundations with creativity, encouragement, and practical application.
Every student receives a personalized approach based on their current ability, goals, vocal challenges, and musical interests. I believe great vocal training should feel both structured and inspiring.
In lessons, we focus on:
• Building healthy vocal technique
• Eliminating tension and strain
• Improving vocal range and consistency
• Strengthening breath coordination
• Developing confidence and expression
• Applying technique directly to songs
I work with singers of all ages and experience levels, from complete beginners to advanced performers.
Lessons are designed to be supportive, relaxed, and motivating while still delivering measurable progress and clear vocal development.
Professional Experience Highlights:
• Over 20 years of vocal coaching experience
• Head of Music Department at CRC School of Music
• Vocal coach to professional recording artists
• Extensive live and studio performance experience
• Award-winning songwriter and experienced session musician
Curriculum
My teaching approach is based primarily on Speech Level Singing principles combined with practical vocal training tailored to each individual student.
Lessons focus on developing healthy vocal technique, improving vocal range, breath coordination, tone, control, confidence, and vocal freedom without unnecessary strain or tension.
Each student receives exercises and guidance customized to their specific voice, goals, musical style, and current level of experience. Technique is always applied practically through songs and real musical situations so students can hear and feel measurable improvement.
I teach singers of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced and professional vocalists.
Recommended materials may include:
• Personalized vocal exercises provided during lessons
• Lyric sheets and backing tracks
• Songs selected according to the student’s goals and level
• Occasional technique reference materials when appropriate
Students are not required to purchase textbooks before starting lessons.
Credentials & Affiliations
• B.Mus (Jazz), University of the Free State
• Speech Level Singing Training
• Member of IVTOM
• Over 20 years of teaching and performance experience
• Vocal coach to professional recording artists and touring musicians
• Award-winning songwriter and session musician
