"Technique for voice and breath."

Cantare Voice Studio in Eugene, Oregon, is the training studio of Ms. Marieke Schuurs, MFA.  The studio specializes in an organic approach to singing and speech and offers personal, individualized instruction to singers, actors and public speakers.   Marieke works with individuals who seek training for any of the following: for personal growth and enjoyment; for vocal coordination issues; for semi-professional or professional goals.

Individual lessons combine classical vocal technique and body awareness training to develop the following:

•  breath control & support
•  easy, extended vocal range & clear, warm tone
•  a free and relaxed throat
•  clear & distinct speech
•  language pronounciation skills
•  performance skills                        

Cantare Voice Studio also produces Afterhours-jazz and Yuletime Carolers.

Marieke Schuurs is a professional classical and jazz singer, a certified Andover Educator (Bodymapping) and a 20 year member of NATS (National Assoc. of Teachers of Singing).   More information on her training and background and her performance schedule can be found on the BIO page and the AFTERHOURS-JAZZ page.

Vocal Instruction    

 Beginner level:  1/2 hour, weekly lessons @ $25/lesson

 Intermediate/Advanced level:  1 hour lessons @ $50/lesson

Performance training and preparation:

•  Master Classes and Workshops with guest artists and trainers
•  Quarterly studio classes

•  Performance opportunities
•  Networking with other educational programs
•  Audition information and preparation

Schedule & Calendar

See Schedule button at top of page for more detailed information on the calendar of events & classes offered throughthe year at the Studio.

Testimonials

What some students have said...

"Studying with Marieke Schuurs removed the constraints on my natural singing voice.   In a few months, we had worked out a lot of the literal kinks in my voice, my posture and breathing had improved and I enjoyed singing more.   We added four notes to the top of my range and solidified the ones on the bottom.   I now sing with the voice I was given, and in a relaxed, more free manner.”                                                                                 D. Petty (classical singer)

"Marieke has taken me to a level beyond my expectations. I am deeply appreciative of her talent and experience, and look forward to where she will take me. I now even have confidence to do solo work.                                                                                                          D. Haverstock (community singer)

"I have been studying voice for over six years now, including two years as a vocal performance major.   Somewhere along the line, I developed some serious vocal problems.    However, after studying with Marieke for only a few months, not only are the problems I acquired over the years disappearing, but I've made the delightful discovery that things that I thought were permanent flaws in my voice were just bad technique.   With each lesson my voice becomes more reliable.   Now, instead of worrying about what is wrong with my voice, I can't wait to findout what it's going to do next!   I love to sing again.   That's definitely one of the best gifts anyone has ever given me."                                                                                                                                       K. Clabby (classical singer)

Video Documentary

Click here to view a short documentary on Marieke Schuurs.

Contact us

2055 Tabor St. Eugene, OR 97401

541-349-0377

marieke@cantarevoicestudio.com

Mission Statement

Cantare Voice Studio strives to provide an excellent mental understanding of and physical training of the voice and breath for singing and speech based on a clear understanding of how the body is structured and how the mind learns.

How we started...

Cantare Voice Studio of Eugene, OR., was started in 1997. It began simply as a private studio for singers who wanted to learn voice technique. The focus of the studio’s approach was to develop the coordination for singing as naturally as possible. This involved integrating body awareness training for the development of breathing technique (Andover Educators) with the most current information on how the voice worked (University of Iowa, Voice Research Institute/Voice Care Network).  As the studio expanded, classes and workshops were added to meet the performance training needs of the students.

Where we are now...

The primary focus of Cantare Voice Studio is still the private lesson; a one-on-one teaching experience.  The goal is to prepare each individual to the best of their ability to move on into their field of endeavor or into a more extensive training program.   

Where we are going... 

Our goals for the future are to improve and expand the quality of the training we offer to stay current with the demands of the vocal performance industry and to create a non-profit, scholarship foundation for young, talented performers.