About Liz Whitney

Liz Whitney is a vocalist, educator, and musical director with two decades of experience dedicated to the belief that the singer’s true instrument is the entire body; she views fabulous sound as the natural result of a deep, conscious connection with one’s physical self.

As the founder of Skylark Voice Studio and owner of Take the Stage, Liz specializes in a holistic approach centered on Body Mapping—a deep understanding of the body’s size, structure, and function. By fostering this intrinsic awareness, she helps artists of all ages produce sound that is a direct result of a free, grounded body.

Her teaching philosophy is further shaped by her practices in meditation and time spent in nature. Whether she is leading workshops for the prestigious Sara Bareilles Awards, coaching students in the Performance Workshop at Archie Williams High School, serving as the musical director for the YES Program at White Hill Middle School, or working one-on-one in the studio, Liz focuses on a joyful, collaborative partnership. She has also served as a musical director for numerous California theatre companies throughout her career. Liz holds a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Northern Colorado and a Bachelor’s from Kenyon College.

When she isn’t in the theater, Liz is happiest hiking and recharging outdoors or enjoying a lively home life with her husband, Marc, and their children. Their home is a musical one, shared with two dogs, a cat, and two guinea pigs who are always ready to join in on a practice session.

She looks forward to meeting and making music with you!