Dr. Veronica Stewart

Director | Research & Pedagogy​

Fun Fact: "Vee" is our gardener. If not for her, our studio's indoor plants would not survive. 

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​Veronica or "Vee" as she's known amongst our community, is our studio director, program researcher and teacher trainer.  She has worked with students 5-95 years, and has rubbed shoulders with musicians from all walks of life - from singing and volunteering to share music and voice skills in homeless shelters, through to performing alongside Aria award nominees and Grammy award winners. Vee enjoys passing on the many transferrable and transformative skills that singing and performance brings to students and groups of all ages. Her interests include singing for personal development and wellbeing, music education, music creativity/songwriting and flow states. Veronica is a previous board member of The Australian Voice Association, and is a previous council member of The Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing. She has held various positions as lecturer and sessional academic for Macquarie University and The Australian Institute of Music, and her work has been featured in media - most recently, as an expert featured in the TV series 'Gen Well' (Binge, Lifestyle Channel), Body+Soul and The Sunday Telegraph.​

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For business enquiries: veronica@sydneyvoicestudio.com.au​

Listen to Vee sing here...

Julia Vaccaro

Principal Voice Teacher​​​

Fun Fact: Julia is releasing an EP this year titled "That's Just Something I Do"!

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​Julia is a professional singer, singer-songwriter, performer and recording artist.  Performing weekly at venues and events, Julia attended The Sydney Conservatorium of Music for both piano and vocal studies. A graduate of a Bachelor of Music majoring in Songwriting, she is influenced by artists like Adele, RAYE and Lizzy McAlpine. Julia has become a rising voice in the Sydney music scene with standout performances at venues including Lazy Bones, Oxford Art Factory, The Lansdowne, and the SXSW Sydney Festival. She is described as easy-going and down to earth using humor and character in her teaching style, and enjoys teaching youngsters and to inspire them in finding their own unique passion for singing and music.

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Julia currently teaches on:​

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

Listen to Julia sing here...

Alisha Mishhawi

Principal Voice Teacher | Community Engagement & Enrolments Lead​

Fun Fact: Alisha has performed on international Cruise lines as a singer

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Alisha is a singer-songwriter and professional musician who completed her Bachelors of Music from the Australian Institute of Music (AIM) and a Diploma of School Age Education and Care, and understands the unique learning and teaching requirements of school-aged students. After graduating from AIM, Alisha has enjoyed a successful performance career, solidly sought for national and international touring cruise productions and programs. Alisha has performed alongside international and local artists, such as Guy Sebastian, Jessica Mauboy, and Alpha Mama. Her passions are in mentoring students on stage presence, performance etiquette and vocal pedagogy, creating confident singers of all ages. 

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For enrolment & workshop enquiries:

alisha@sydneyvoicestudio.com.au​​​​

Listen to Alisha sing here...

Vanessa Cecconi

Principal Voice Teacher​​

Fun Fact: Vanessa recently took up dancing, specifically lyrical dance, and hopes to start Jazz dance soon

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​Having previously been a student of our studio for eight (8) years, Vanessa has been a part of our studio as both a student, and for the last 3 years, as a teacher. Vanessa understands the many facets of singing, musicianship, performance and the learning requirements of young voices and adults alike: "Being able to help a student see their potential and watching them grow their confidence" is an element of teaching that inspires her kind, calm and gentle approach to learning. Alongside a passion for singing, Vanessa has completed her degree in Occupational Therapy with The Australian Catholic University (ACU) and currently works as an Occupational Therapist alongside her work as a Singing and Voice teacher. Vanessa finds the benefits of singing, and her experience as a singer and musician, valuable in her career as an occupational therapist - and vice versa - allowing her professional skills within occupational therapy to inform her approach as a singing teacher.

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Vanessa currently teaches on:

Mondays & Saturdays

Listen to Vanessa sing here...

Brodie Baldwin

Principal Voice Teacher​

Fun Fact: Brodie took up surfing this year and is pleased to report she can in fact stand up.

Brodie Baldwin is a passionate singer-songwriter, vocal coach, and performer, holding a Bachelor of Music from JMC Academy. Since graduating, she has been involved in numerous musical productions, collaborative releases, and session writing for commercial projects and film. Alongside her creative work, Brodie has released original music and performed at venues across Sydney, including her first headlining show. With many years of teaching experience, Brodie brings expertise and care to her students. She specialises in contemporary voice, songwriting, and musical theatre, with a strong focus on audition preparation and HSC and AMEB exam support. Her enthusiastic and compassionate teaching style is centred on nurturing confidence, strengthening musicianship, and empowering each student to discover their unique voice.
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Brodie currently teaches on:

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays

Listen to Brodie sing here...

Holly McDonald

Principal Voice Teacher​​

Fun Fact: You might spot Holly zipping around Sydney in her vintage cafe racer!

Holly is a passionate performer with a Bachelor of Music (Music Theatre) from the Australian Institute of Music. She has extensive experience in musical theatre, performing from a young age, which has strengthened her vocal technique, adaptability, and stage presence. Her training covers vocal technique, vocal health, performance skills, and diverse musical styles, guided by respected industry professionals. With a strong foundation in vocal pedagogy, Holly helps students understand and develop their voices with confidence. Passionate about teaching, Holly is dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging environment where students can refine their technique, build confidence, and grow as singers and performers.

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Holly currently teaches on:

Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays

Listen to Holly sing here...

Prithvi Singh

Principal Voice Teacher​

Fun Fact: In-house R&B Prince who is also a walking Disney Encyclopedia.

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Prithvi Singh is a passionate and dedicated vocal coach who holds a Bachelor of Music, Majoring in Performance from JMC Academy. ​As an experienced recording artist, Prithvi has performed extensively throughout Australia and even internationally in places such as London, showcasing his music and working with artists at renowned events such as BigSound, SXSW and Sofar Sounds. He has also appeared on The Voice, further cementing his experience within the professional music industry. With a strong background in contemporary styles including RnB, Pop and Soul, Prithvi brings both industry insight and real-world performance experience into every lesson. His teaching approach is supportive, encouraging and tailored to each individual goals whether they are pursuing a professional music career or simply singing for personal enjoyment.​ Prithvi is deeply passionate about nurturing and developing voices, artistry and musical confidence. He is committed to helping each student grow not only technically, but creatively, empowering them to discover their unique sound and reach their full potential.

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Prithvi currently teaches on:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays

Listen to Prithvi sing here...