Katherine Ardo
Vocal Fitness
"Energization through exhalation."
My students have heard me say these three words over, and over again. They're the foundation I use to teach people to find the core support for their voices. I focus on the singer as a vocalist, a vocal athlete. Just like any athlete, learning muscle memory is key to consistent success. My students are equipped with all the tools they need to meet and exceed their goals.
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I've been both teaching and performing for more than three decades. My passion is for the health and preservation of the voice. I'm also the Director of the Canadian Voice Care Foundation. I've worked with students ranging in ability from those with no experience to professional artists.
Whatever your level of ability or experience, I would love to have you join me for a free introductory Zoom lesson and assessment.
Initial Consultation
403.282.2177
ONLINE LESSONS
COVID-19 may have forced us all online, but it has also given us the opportunity to offer more flexible and accessible classes. The switch to an online platform has allowed me to connect with students from all over the world, of every skill level and provide the same high-quality instruction as an
in-person lessons.
RECORDINGS
All our lessons are recorded during the Zoom session so that you have access to go back and rewatch and practice as much as you like before we meet again.
BEGINNERS
I specialize in Beginner Fundamentals, and know how to reach my students with the right balance of personalized attention, patience, practical training, and positive encouragement. I make learning fun through a variety of engaging and outside-the-box activities.
Get in touch today to schedule your first session.
ADVANCED SINGERS
As a well renowned Canadian Singing Voice Specialist, I’ve provided the tools and guidance needed to help all of my students excel. Recognizing the importance of core strength and applying it to the voice.
Get in touch today to reserve your first session and discover your inner strength.
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
Whether Classical, Country, Musical Theatre, Pop, or Jazz are your style, I will help you resonate in whichever genre you are working (yes, even Heavy Metal). Local stage actors, Juno and CCMA award winners and international opera performers have worked in my studio, learning to keep their voices healthy and strong.
Reach out today and we can arrange for you to sit in on a session with one of my students.
WHAT TO EXPECT
ENERGIZING IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
No matter how long the day has been, you'll leave your session invigorated and empowered. I endeavour to awaken muscle memory to achieve vocal greatness.
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As a singing voice specialist and vocal coach, I'm here to teach you to empower yourself.
UNIQUE CASES
Using the singing voice for therapy, both for pre and postoperative care, I've worked with students with damaged voices, vocal fold nodules, and cysts. Eliminating strain, finding energy (core) to stabilize the larynx.
I specialize in strengthening aging voices.
AUDITION PREP
If you've got an upcoming audition and would like professional help to prepare you to put your best foot forward, I'm here.
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Many of my students are professional and aspiring professional singers, and use me as their secret sauce going into their auditions.
I have known Katherine Ardo for over three decades. In my specialty of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Katherine has been an excellent resource.
Katherine has an impressive knowledge and understanding of the human voice both with anatomy and physiology of the larynx and related airway. In the 30 years of knowing Katherine, I have been impressed by her passion and interest in the human voice. She is truly a dedicated voice specialist.
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It is very rare to find someone as devoted to teaching and voice care and management of voice disorders as Katherine Ardo. She is committed to helping singers achieve their best singing voice by promoting training techniques and exercises that help voice professionals.
T.M. Gillis M.D., F.R.C.S.(c), FACS, ABO
University of Calgary
CONTACT ME
The VERY BEST way to reach me is to give me a call. That way I get to hear your voice and we can discuss how I can support your personalized vocal journey.
ph. (403) 510-3968
tx. (403) 510-3968
2828 Toronto Crescent NW
Calgary, T2N 3W2
Canada