Alawna is a musical theatre actress and pop vocal coach from Pittsburgh with a BFA in musical theatre. A Kennedy Center national award recipient, she has performed on stages across the country. She teaches voice in pop/rock and musical theatre styles, along with audition preparation and professional development, and works with students ages 15 and up. Her guiding belief: the best thing you can be is yourself.
Articles featuring Alawna
Singing Through Performance Anxiety: A Voice Teacher on Quieting the Inner Critic
The goal was never to stop feeling nervous. Voice teacher Alawna M. on quieting the inner critic and singing through performance anxiety.
Read article ›The Voice Practice Routine That Actually Keeps You Singing
The best practice routine turns you into your own teacher. Voice teacher Alawna M. on building a sustainable voice practice you'll actually keep.
Read article ›The Spark: What First Drew Our Teachers to Music
Tunelark music teachers on the exact moment music got them. A living room, a Disney movie, the smell of a guitar case, and the spark that lasted a lifetime.
Read article ›What Teaching Music Taught Our Teachers About People
We asked our teachers the most surprising thing teaching taught them about people. Their answers keep returning to one idea: what holds you back is almost never
Read article ›You Are the Instrument: Why Singing for Someone Feels So Vulnerable, and How Voice Teachers Help
Singing for one person can feel scarier than playing an instrument for a crowd. Our voice teachers explain why, and exactly how the first lessons make it safe.
Read article ›What Music Teachers Actually Want You to Do When You Practice
Most practice guilt comes from one belief: that more time is the answer. Teachers say the opposite. Here is what they actually want you to do in a practice sess
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Singing Tips for Beginners: How to Start Your Vocal Journey
Almost everyone sings — in the shower, in the car, along with their favorite playlists. But taking the step from casual singing to actually studying your…
Read article ›How to Sing in Tune: A Practical Guide for People Who ‘Can’t’ Sing
How to sing in tune, even if you've been told you can't. The real causes of pitch problems and the practical training that fixes them with a teacher.
Read article ›Vocal Warm-Up Exercises: 5 Essential Routines for Every Singer
Warm up your voice the right way. Five proven vocal exercises that protect your range, build stamina, and get you ready to sing in under 10 minutes.
Read article ›Vocal Health for Singers: A Daily Care Routine That Actually Works
A daily vocal health routine for singers and voice students. Hydration, sleep, warm-ups, and how to protect your instrument long-term.
Read article ›How to Learn to Sing Online: The Ultimate Guide
How to learn to sing online – even as a beginner. This complete guide includes tips, warm-ups, and expert voice teacher recommendations.
Read article ›How Long Does It Take to Learn to Sing? A Realistic Month-by-Month Timeline
A realistic month-by-month timeline of learning to sing for adult beginners. What to expect at month 1, 3, 6, and beyond with consistent voice lessons.
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