TESTIMONIALS
"David Edelfelt is a singer's dream. He possesses all the necessary ingredients to bring the best out in a vocalist; a thorough understanding of the human voice both male and female, intelligent tools to facilitate a solid foundation of craft, sophisticated ideas about interpretation, sensitivity towards fellow artists and their unique learning needs, and a finely tuned sense of intuition facilitating the many issues a singer confronts. Being a talented singer himself, as well as a gifted accompanist, vocal students can benefit from his vast musical experience and expertise spanning the rudiments of technical understanding right down to the performance demands of many styles of music and venues. Most importantly, David is more than a teacher. He is a beacon whose heart is always poised to uplift and inspire the best in people."
- Ann Hampton Callaway, Platinum Award winning singer/songwriter/recording artist
"When I had my first lesson with David, I knew exactly how I wanted to sound... like a combination of every one of my favorite famous singers. But all these years later, I'm so grateful that instead, David has helped me unlock my own unique sound and style, and continues to help me be a better entertainer. During our lessons, David is completely focused, flexible, funny, nurturing, and provides an atmosphere where I feel safe, open and willing."
- Tom Michael, Cabaret Singer, recording artist & student since 1992
"I recently heard a very accomplished singer/colleague of mine with whom I have been performing for over 12 years sing for the first time in several months. After the first song I gasped and asked him, 'What have you done?? Your singing has changed dramatically!' His high notes rang perfectly and easily. He replied, 'I have a new voice teacher, David Edelfelt!' That was enough to convince me he’d found a great voice teacher. It is clear that David knows how to apply technique successfully, and after accompanying a lesson in person, I see he is also able to achieve this in a calm and personal manner, putting the singer at ease."
- Paul Hamilton, Classical Pianist, Composer and Arranger, Opera and Musical Theatre Coach for over 25 years
"I see many singers on a regular basis, and hear a vast improvement in the singers that David teaches. But for me the best compliment about David's work is that many of his students are voice teachers themselves... and they choose him to guide them."
- Beckie Menzie Cabaret Artist, Pianist, Musical Director, NU Professor
"Studying with David has provided me with two teachers in one. Not only can we focus on the technique of correct singing but also his ability to help uncover and develop lyrical interpretation is a skill few teachers have. Putting these two things together has helped me to grow tremendously as a performer... and he is nice too! I always say my lessons with him make me feel better than therapy!"
- Joan Curto, Cabaret Singer & student since 2004
"David's love of music is apparent from the first note sung together. His understanding of the voice is innate and he has myriad ways of communicating ideas about how to sing - not just mechanically, but musically and emotionally. I couldn't imagine being in Chicago and studying with anyone else!"
- Lydia Mila-Garmaier, Internationally acclaimed Soprano
"Before finding David, I had studied classically with other teachers but had lost my way. I came to David to prepare for my upcoming engagement at The Lyric Opera of Chicago. Halfway through my first lesson with him, I felt I had my technique back. David made it so simple yet this simplicity reached the core of what was needed to find my natural voice again. David is also a great listener and will always ask you questions so that you will make the right decisions for you. He's part voice teacher, counselor, confidant, and supporter of my career."
- Kamaran-Alexis Madison, Mezzo-soprano
"David has helped me unlock a much greater range, depth and color in my voice. He is a remarkable coach for working artists both in technique and style. If you have the chance to work with Maestro Edelfelt, don't pass it up!"