Testimonials
HEAR WHY STUDENTS LOVE working with JAM House Music
“I've been singing for a while and have taken classical, jazz, and pop vocal lessons (I sing pop/soul), but have never found a vocal teacher that wanted to develop MY voice to its own unique potential. It's always what they think my voice ought to sound like. I have a somewhat unique vocal tone and that approach has never allowed me to flourish as a singer.
Mikee, at JAM House, listens to my voice, and strives to help me to reach the full potential of my own unique sound. He has such a breadth of knowledge that he is able to tune every single exercise to fit what my voice is doing that day which makes each lesson dynamic and engaging. He emphasizes building good singing habits and overall vocal and mental health. Mikee has so much contagious energy and is incredibly fun to be around. He is like my personal hype man each time I see him and he makes you feel comfortable enough to work through the pain points in your voice.
I live 30 minutes away, and there are dozens of vocal teachers that are closer, but I will continue to make the drive to JAM House, because my voice is growing like I've never seen.”
Seiichi Singer/Songwriter/Producer
*****
“Coach Mikee has been such a wonderful teacher and mentor to my daughter Danika. He has helped Danika grow as a singer and develop her vocal strength. He has taught her so much about what she can do with her voice and her vocal range. Coach Mikee is also very flexible in his lessons, which we really appreciate since he doesn't limit his students to learning just specific songs. His flexibility allows his students to learn and sing various styles and help them get comfortable with singing songs that can be challenging. He shares so much passion for music and we love working with him. He's also genuine about helping his students and promoting them as well whenever there's opportunity. We highly recommend him, he's a great teacher, mentor, and awesome to work with!”
Gladys Kloewer Mother of Danika
*****
“Michael truly has a talent for vocal coaching. I've been to other voice teachers in the past, but can easily say I feel like I've learned the most and grown the most while working with Michael.
He does a great job of making you feel comfortable and confident, and really works with your voice and your goals vs. a one-size-fits-all style of teaching / coaching.
I'm so happy I get to work with Michael and have already recommended him to so many people I know. I would highly, highly recommend for anyone at any level that is looking for a vocal coach!”
Katleiah Ramos Singer/Musician/Software Engineer
*****
“Working with Mikee has been a game-changer for me! He's helped me increase my range, tone, and dynamics, all while boosting my confidence. What's really cool is how he breaks down the whole voice-body connection thing in a way that just clicks. It's not just about hitting the right notes; he's all about understanding how your body works with your voice. With his laid-back style and expert guidance, Mikee isn't just a coach; he's more like that awesome friend who helps you become the best version of yourself. Highly recommend!”
Flannery Tirtomihardjo Singer/UX Designer
*****
“Michael is an amazing vocal coach in so many ways.
I have always loved singing privately, but I'm really shy so I never sing in front of others. I wanted a way to practice singing in front of someone and get comfortable and confident with using my voice. I had never taken voice lessons before, but right away Michael made me feel at ease and so much less anxious about singing with an audience.
I've been taking singing lessons with Michael for about 6 months, and I continue to go weekly because I now see it as a necessary part of my self-care. I feel much more confident singing in front of others and am even considering performing soon.
I've learned so much from Michael, from music theory to soul and so many vocal techniques. Michael teaches in a way that is so fun and encouraging, and he is so enthusiastic about my growth as a singer and brings that energy to every session we have!
We've only had online lessons so far (which work great!) and even though we've never technically met in person, I've made such a great friend in Michael! I highly recommend Michael & Jam House Music!”
Katrina Ramos Hypnotherapist
*****
“I have been working with Michael of JAM House Music for about 7 months now on a weekly basis, and Michael has been a fantastic teacher and coach as I've navigated my personal singing journey.
Even though I'm a casual singer and don't always have big goals, Michael has been great at helping cater all my lessons based on ideas I have. He's excellent at adjusting the lesson plan as needed if certain exercises aren't working. In addition, we have workshopped songs to be beyond what I initially imagined, including a song in Tagalog, and I have learned much more than I expected.
Michael never makes me feel bad if I am not *getting* something, and he always notices my improvement; he's made sure to make his space inclusive to all levels, which makes him very easy to work with. I highly recommend him to anybody who wants to sing casually or professionally.”
Lyss Vilablanca Sr. Deal Desk Analyst
*****
“Michael is an amazing vocal coach and teacher. He also makes sure his students are comfortable yet pushes them out of their comfort zone when it makes sense for the student’s growth and reaching each student’s vocal goals. He really customizes each lesson to the priorities and personal goals expressed by his students and creates tailored vocal exercises to help target certain techniques or muscle groups that enable students to reach their goals whether that be increasing range, breathing/air control, singing in specific genres or tones, etc. Outside of my own lessons, I’ve also observed him teaching other students and it is evident he cares a lot about creating the best experience possible for singers of all levels.”
Jessica Amor Cofounder of JAM House Music
*****
“When I booked my first lesson, I honestly didn't know what to expect or if it would even make a difference. I had zero singing experience and was super nervous about singing in front of others. However, from my very first lesson I was sooo shocked about how much improvement I heard in my voice. I also mainly sing in spanish, and Michael is able to adapt his lesson and the exercises to best help me reach my vocal goals. With every lesson I’m felling more confident singing in front of others and I’m really thankful for that. I highly recommend booking a lesson with Michael to anyone looking to improve their singing skills, regardless of your experience or language.”
Blanca Olivera Singer
*****
“Michael is an amazing vocal coach! From the very first lesson, Michael made sure that I felt comfortable but also challenged. His passion for music and singing is contagious, and I always felt excited to attend lessons even after a hard day at work. I've learned so much from Michael in my short time with him. He breaks down vocal concepts and gives feedback in constructive ways. I'm so glad I found him as a teacher, and encourage anyone to start (or continue) their vocal journey with him!”
Yuna Martin Singer
*****
“I am new to singing! I immediately felt comfortable with Mike. The studio atmosphere is warm and inviting. I anticipate each session as I learn to create my voice. I respect Mike's knowledge. He blends his expertise with his outgoing personality, while offering a relaxing atmosphere. I walk away desiring more and most of all, I am having "fun!" Going to JAM House Music is like being a kid in a candy store... As he unwraps each lesson with all its various musical ingredients, I embrace every morsel. It motivates me to go home and "sing my heart out." Then I'm confidently right back for more...
I stepped out at the age of 71 to explore singing for the first time in my life. What a wonderful experience! Not only is Mike full of musical knowledge but he is loads of fun and his joy is infectious. All mixed with professionalism. Learning how to sing gave me a deeper appreciation for music and built my confidence to know, I can do anything at any age!”
Shar Chacon Singer
*****
“Michael is amazing!! I had no experience with vocal training and he created such a safe, comfortable environment to learn and just be myself. He’s so intuitive and knowledgeable, it’s like he knew exactly what to do and how to push me to reach my potential. After just 1 hour with him, I confidently hit notes that I was struggling with the day before 🥲 I highly recommend coming here for voice lessons, he’s the best !”
Rosa Christine Singer*****
“First I have to say, thank you Michael! He brought me back. As a former singer in my youth, I thought I had lost most of my skills. I was so nervous. He made me feel welcoming and made the lessons fun, breaking out of my nervous shell. Through different techniques we ended up increasing my vocal range, fine tune hard notes. Coming from a musical theater background I thought I knew it all. I was very wrong. I learned so many new things. I highly recommend Jam House Music for any type of vocal lesson. You won't be disappointed.”
Stephanie Mason Singer/Business Owner
*****
“My husband and I had been searching for a vocal teacher for our 8 year old daughter for some time. We were excited to find Mikee @ Jam House with a well-rounded background in music and performing. The past few months working with him has been very rewarding for my daughter and us. The way Mikee is able to make minor tweaks to bring out her capabilities vocally is truly amazing to witness. We are very excited to continue her training with Jam House and hone in on her talent with such a great, positive, and highly talented and professional coach. Thanks Mikee!”
Brittany Sundbaum Mother of Scarlett
*****
“I heard about Mikee from one of my friends who was taking lessons from him. I decided to try a lesson and I am so glad I did! For the past year he has helped me grow immensely as a singer, all the while being encouraging and kind. He’s the best!! ❤️❤️ “
Krystal Sousley Singer
*****
“Does a great job with my 8 year old daughter. She loves the experience and has learned so much already! Great techniques to have fun and make someone work hard at the same time.”
Jerry Nguyen Father of Thea
*****
“My daughter is always looking forward to her weekly lessons with Michael. He's helped her improve her singing a lot and is very supportive. He is also flexible with schedules. I would definitely recommend him!”
Vanni Salvador Mother of Maxine
*****
“I initially enrolled because COVID changed my voice for the worse; I cant talk for more than 20 mins without feeling like my throat is burning. Michael helped me strengthen not just my vocals but also my confidence. The exercises and techniques I've learned here transferred well into voice-acting and has made my voice versatile and stronger than pre-covid. I'm almost thankful that I've lost my voice because its the push I needed to start taking voice lessons. I've spend at least month looking for a teacher and Michael is the best around. He's very accepting that I feel comfortable making mistakes during lessons knowing that he will encourage me to see it as part of my growth as a better singer and voice-actor rather than a failure on my part. Having a teacher that can inspire that level of trust on invaluable. I am thankful for Michael and I plan on continuing my training for as long as I could.”
Jemelyn Dantic Singer/Voice Actor
*****
“He's a great coach!!!My kids love him and always looking forward to have their voice lessons every week.”
Johnie Padua Father of Alex & Gaby
*****