Hi, I’m Anissa. When people learn that I’m a singer, I find they are typically pretty self-deprecating regarding their own singing voices. I frequently hear:
I can’t carry a tune in a bucket.
Cover your ears once I start singing, Anissa.
Oh, I can’t sing.
Everyone Can Sing
The prevailing opinion seems to be that singing talent is purely a matter of genetics—it’s either an inherent gift you’re born with or something you’re lacking. But I believe that singing is your birthright–not a special talent reserved for the chosen few but a natural form of expression available to EVERYONE.
As someone who has both taken and taught hundreds of singing lessons, I can assure you that singing is a learned skill like any other. Certainly, having a natural aptitude is helpful, but anyone can learn to sing more skillfully, more confidently, and, yes, more beautifully. In more than twenty-five years of teaching singing, I have yet to meet a hopeless case.
Most of my students aren’t training for Broadway or the Metropolitan Opera. They’re everyday people who want to:
- Proudly serenade a loved one with “Happy Birthday”
- Join friends for karaoke without panic
- Share holiday songs with family without apologizing
- Sing out when worshipping with a congregation
- Prepare an audition for a community musical or chorus without stress
- Experience the pure joy (and stress relief!) of making music with the voice
It’s Never Too Late
The majority of my students are adults who spent decades believing they “couldn’t sing.” Many had their confidence crushed by a single comment in childhood. Some were told to “just lip sync” during school performances. Others had a friend or family member who laughed when they sang along with the radio. Often, they were compared to siblings or classmates with “natural talent.”
Those voices were wrong, and it’s time to leave those memories behind.
Your Journey Begins Here
My teaching approach is:
- Judgment-free – My studio is a safe space where mistakes are celebrated as learning opportunities
- Personalized – We’ll work at your pace, with exercises tailored to your unique voice and goals
- Scientific – Singing is a learnable skill with clear techniques, not mysterious magic
- Supportive – I’ll be your biggest cheerleader on this journey
What My Students Say
I had little idea what I was signing up for when booking lessons w/Anissa…simply that “I want to SING.” What I have received over the past 2 years is more than I could have ever imagined! I have learned to vocalize. I learned what is actually happening to my larynx, jaw, throat, tongue, diaphragm, and posture when singing. I have learned breath control, amplifying my voice, tuning, and doing it all in the most easeful way. I had no idea how complex singing can be, but Anissa breaks it all down with simple and relevant images and metaphors. Her teaching skills meet me at every angle and all my levels. Now, my simple desire to just SING has expanded to singing beautifully, easefully, in a delightful way and in front of others, which I have. Anissa helped me prepare physically, emotionally and mentally for singing Amazing Grace at my mothers Celebration of Life. Anissa has mastered the art of offering voice lessons, but what you will recieve is sooooo much more.
Jill Simpson, Boise, Idaho
Anissa is the real deal. She has worked with both of my children starting at age 12 and all the way up to age 23! She covers the spectrum of musical styles (rock, musicals, classical, and even opera!) and understands voice mechanics at a deep level. Even my mom took lessons with her and came away thrilled. She is one of those rare, gifted teachers that make you feel so good about your efforts and progress that you cannot help but want to succeed.
Heinan Landa
Anissa Hartline is a wonderful teacher. With her help I’ve found singing to be a lot more effortless, I strain my voice less and I can finally say I like how I sound when singing. She’s absolutely a joy to work with, very insightful and would break down techniques in a way I could understand.
Joanna Fishell, Gaithersburg, MD
I have only had a few lessons so far with Anissa but she has already made a difference in my vocal ability. I went to her because I sing in a choir and was frustrated with feeling tired and out of breath when singing. She quickly identified where and why I was feeling strain and helped me to understand the process with exercises and compassionate support. Anissa is super qualified and incredibly intuitive. I highly recommend her as a voice teacher.
Irene Silverstone
Taking singing lessons with Anissa has been hands down one of the best experiences of my life. I never thought I could sing, but after just a short while with Anissa, I was able to reach new heights with my voice that I never even dreamed were possible, all while maintaining great vocal health. She is able to explain new techniques and ideas in clear and easy to understand ways, and adjusts her teaching style to meet the needs of your particular voice and learning style. In addition to her wonderful teaching abilities, Anissa is one of the most positive and uplifting people I know, and a joy to work with. Our lessons always leave me smiling, and she is always incredibly encouraging about the progress I’ve made. I honestly can’t recommend her enough.
Shari Landa
Ready to Begin?
You’ve spent enough time believing you can’t sing.
Let me show you what’s possible as we discover your gift. No audition required. No experience necessary. Just bring your willingness to try.
Anissa Hartline Orsino’s Voice Studio is located in Henderson, NV, offering both in-person and virtual lessons.