Katti Powell is bar-none, hands-down one of the very best voice teachers out there. I've been singing for 23 years, and have had several teachers over the years, from NYC to LA. Many of my teachers have been good, but I learned more in one lesson with Katti than I did several months with other teachers. Why? I think it's because she's not only a talented singer herself with great range and ability to sing anything, she knows how to TEACH it. She approaches everything from an acting perspective as well as a technical/anatomical perspective. Because she's been in the business for years, she's acquired a plethora of tools and analogies to key into how to use this very mysterious and elusive thing called the voice. The other thing that's wonderful about Katti is there is no ego. She's not in competition with you - she teaches because it is her passion, not because she has to. I've never met another voice teacher like her. Whether you want to sing choral music or on the radio, this chick can get you there.
- Jennifer Boswell, Professional Actress
About Founder, Katti Powell
Katti is a graduate of the Musical Program at New York City's Circle in the Square Theatre School and started out as a performer, primarily singing & acting in musical theatre. She has been teaching private voice professionally since 2001 and launched The Powell Method Instructor Certification Program in 2009 as a way to duplicate her efforts. Currently, she teaches singers and instructors worldwide via Virtual Voice Lessons, the One-on-One Instructor Certification Program, and her travelling Powell Method Workshop Series.
Katti has studied and performed a wide variety of musical styles including classical, opera, musical theatre, gospel, pop, country, jazz, R&B, and rock. When she's not teaching, Katti sings lead vocals in various classic rock bands and also gigs as a jazz soloist at local venues. Katti is a proud member of Actor's Equity Association, and performs professionally in regional theatre under her stage name, Katie Irene Powell.
Top 10 After Just 6 Lessons
I had the honor of working with Katti right before the Talent Quest National Competition. In only a few short lessons she had me miles above where I started out. Her methods help you stretch your range, while keeping your vocal health. She continuously helped me get better each time we met. Even though it was my first year competing at the national level, I made 8th place in the pop category, and 11th place in the country category. Katti's constant encouragement, even when I didn't have it in myself at first, was what put me over the top. I could never thank her enough! I would definitely recommend The Powell Method for anyone!
- Kristen Hernandez, Talent Quest National Semi-Finalist