Wendy Waller has been teaching private voice for 30 years. She is a singer of many styles. Her teaching approach emanates from classical voice technique, jazz ear training, and theoretical studies. Wendy applies her knowledge of technique to the styles…
Wendy Waller Takes the Listener on a Journey
Wendy Waller’s creative approach to melody and lyric embodies the rich landscape of American music. She sings her story with her multi-ranged voice and is unyielding in her quest to take the listener on a journey. Every performance is a…
Wendy’s Influences
Her primary musical influence was her father, who played trumpet and sang. His influences became hers: Louis Armstrong, King Oliver, Bix Beiderbecke, Cannonball Adderley, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. Wendy was also influenced by the popular…
Ensembles
Wendy Waller and Her Fine Band (original compositions) Wendy Waller and the Natural Wonders Wendy Waller Jazz Quintet, Quartet, Trio and Duo (standard jazz repertoire and esoteric gems) Lead Vocalist, The Duo (guitar/vocal duo) Lead Vocalist, Kambuwa (jazz quintet) Vocalist…
Academic Ensemble Experience
San Jose State University: “Jazz Singers” directed by Michael West New England Conservatory of Music: “Jazz Improvisation Combo” directed by Mick Goodrick and “Concert Choir” directed by Lorna Cooke-DeVaron Tanglewood Institute of Music: “Young Vocalist Choir”
Care & Maintenance of the Singing Voice
Here begins a multi part series on the care and maintenance of the singing voice. Today I will begin with vocal anatomy. Probably the three most important things a singer can do to maintain a healthy voice are understanding one’s…
The diagnosis: Who Should Do it and Why.
If you are struggling to speak or sing there are a number of things that could be happening. Please see an ENT (Ear Nose and Throat) doctor; preferably one who specializes in singers. Please don’t risk getting the wrong diagnosis. …
Vocal Health Questionnaire
1. Are you losing your voice on a regular basis? If the answer is yes, you may be suffering from poor vocal/respiratory health and/or poor vocal technique. You may be experiencing the beginning of a decline in vocal fold function…
Vocal Health Check List
How to stay healthy is at the forefront of every professional singer’s career. Nothing is more uncomfortable than having to perform when you are not feeling well. Unlike when a guitarist replaces a string that breaks, a singer’s voice cannot…
Welcome to Wendy Waller Official Website
I am proud to welcome you to my brand new website! I hope you find all the information you need regarding my career as a singer, songwriter and voice teacher. I teach at two different studios in the San Francisco…