ABOUT THE TEACHER

Kaylee Read is a singer, voice instructor, mother of two, and founder of Sing with Kaylee, a thriving music studio based in Calgary. With a passion for helping singers discover and develop their unique voices, Kaylee has built a welcoming and supportive studio where students of all ages and abilities can grow in confidence, artistry, and vocal technique.

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Kaylee is a certified Elementary Music Specialist in Voice through the The Royal Conservatory of Music and holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Alberta. Her performance training includes participation in opera programs such as Opera on the Avalon, Opera NUOVA, and Centre for Opera Studies in Italy.

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Kaylee's love of music began at an early age through choir and musical theatre, eventually evolving into a lifelong passion for music education. After establishing Sing with Kaylee in Lethbridge in 2016, she returned to her hometown of Calgary in 2018 to continue growing this successful studio. Today, she offers private voice lessons, summer music camps, and vocal technique workshops for choirs and ensembles throughout the area. 

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Students from Sing with Kaylee have been accepted to various post-secondary programs such as The American Academy of the Dramatic Arts, University of Victoria, Vancouver Film School. Studio members are actively involved in Calgary's vibrant arts community. They perform at open mic nights, participate in organizations such as Theater Calgary, Youth Singers of Calgary, Front Row Center, and more. Many students also compete in the Calgary Vocal Festival, NATS Songfest, and pursue examinations through the The Royal Conservatory of Music.

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As an active member of Calgary's music community, Kaylee serves as Vice-President of the National Association of Teachers of Singing as well as Student Recital Convener for the Alberta Registered Music Teachers' Association​​. In addition to her teaching and community involvement, Kaylee serves as a Worship Leader at Okotoks Alliance Church. 

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Kaylee's teaching philosophy centers on fostering healthy vocal technique, artistic expression, and a genuine love of music. She is committed to helping every student achieve their personal goals while building confidence, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for singing.