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Experience

Cynthia Robinshaw, a highly accomplished Singing Voice Specialist (SVS)-vocologist, master voice teacher, vocal coach, voice rehabilitator, speech trainer, educator, and performer, brings decades of experience and a unique depth of understanding to every lesson. Her diverse professional background encompasses university and college-level instruction, K-12 classroom music teaching, private studio teaching, vocal rehabilitation practice, and performance, enabling her to provide a comprehensive approach to voice development.

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Following her early career in performance, Cynthia obtained certification in K-12 Music and directed middle and high school choral programs, as well as musical theater productions, while simultaneously maintaining a private voice studio. Later, she expanded her focus into the field of voice science and rehabilitation, acquiring specialized training in vocal function, health, and recovery. This distinctive combination of educational, clinical, and performance experience has shaped her teaching philosophy, which seamlessly integrates both the art and science of voice.

 

Education

 

Drawing upon her extensive performance experience, Cynthia assists singers, speakers, performers, and professionals in developing stronger, healthier, and more sustainable voices, while also building their confidence and authentic self-expression.

 

Cynthia earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Applied Voice, with a minor in Piano, from the renowned Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music, and a Master of Music Degree in Voice, with a minor in Vocal Pedagogy, from the prestigious New England Conservatory of Music. She also pursued postgraduate studies with distinguished faculty affiliated with The Juilliard School in New York City.

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Cynthia’s training extends beyond conventional vocal pedagogy. While serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Speech Communication at the University of Rhode Island, she pursued advanced coursework and clinical training in speech and voice disorders through the university’s Communication Disorders Department. Her academic background, coupled with a professional performing career spanning the United States and Europe, forms a robust foundation for her multidisciplinary approach to voice instruction.

 

Teaching Philosophy

 

Cynthia firmly believes that every voice is unique and warrants personalized attention. She meticulously evaluates each client’s strengths, challenges, and aspirations, subsequently devising a customized plan to foster enduring growth and success. Whether working with singers, speakers, performers, or individuals seeking vocal rehabilitation, Cynthia cultivates a supportive and encouraging environment where confidence, technical proficiency, vocal freedom, and healthy voice use can flourish.

 

Based in Tucson, Arizona, Cynthia has collaborated with a diverse array of students and clients of varying ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. Lessons and coaching sessions are accessible locally and nationwide through Zoom, utilizing professional audio settings to ensure exceptional sound quality and an effective online learning experience.

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Pedagogical Approach

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Cynthia Robinshaw’s vocal training uniquely combines classical Bel Canto principles with contemporary commercial music (CCM) styles. This versatile and comprehensive approach sets her apart from other teachers. Her Bel Canto technique emphasizes natural vocal ease, breath control, and resonance, providing a solid foundation for singing. By incorporating CCM methods, Cynthia tailors her training to modern performance styles like pop, rock, jazz, and musical theater. This allows students to adapt their voices with stylistic authenticity and technical precision. This dual approach ensures that students develop both technical excellence and expressive freedom, enabling them to confidently project their voices across various genres, avoid strain or injury, and create a distinctive, memorable sound that aligns with their artistic goals.

 

Cynthia Robinshaw’s teaching is deeply rooted in evidence based voice science and is carefully tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of each student. As a lifelong learner, she continuously updates her techniques with Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and has taken classes in McClosky Technique, Estill Voice Training Technique, Speech Level Singing (SLS), Somatic Voicework (the Lovetri Method), and Complete Vocal Technique (CVT). She incorporates these classes and concepts into an eclectic mix of methods to ensure that her students can unlock the full potential of their voices in both classical and contemporary styles.

 

Embark on your vocal journey with Cynthia, who offers expert guidance tailored to your unique requirements. Whether your goal is to enhance your singing, fortify your speaking voice, overcome vocal challenges, or bolster your communication confidence, Cynthia is dedicated to assisting you. Schedule a complimentary consultation today and discover how a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable voice can elevate your singing or communication .