About Liz Whitney

I am 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; I view 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 the Take the Stage Musical Theatre Instensive Summer Program, I specialize in a holistic approach centered on Body Mapping—a deep understanding of the body’s size, structure, and function. By fostering this intrinsic awareness, I help artists of all ages produce sound that is a direct result of a free, grounded body.

My teaching philosophy is further shaped by my practices in meditation and time spent in nature. Whether I am 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, I focus on a joyful, collaborative partnership. I have also served as a musical director for numerous California theatre companies throughout my career. I hold a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Northern Colorado and a Bachelor’s from Kenyon College.

When I am not in the theater or teaching one-on-one, I am happiest hiking and recharging outdoors or enjoying a lively home life with my husband, Marc, our three children, and our small zoo!

I look forward to meeting and making music with you!