Singing Sensei

Singing Sensei I’m Craig Shimizu — the Singing Sensei™ — a vocal performance coach helping singers become confident, expressive, and stage-ready using my VoceVive Method™.

🎤 Vocal Performance Coach | Singing Sensei™
✨ Founder of the VoceVive Method™
🚀 Coaching confident, expressive, stage-ready singers
🌟 Students: Getty Images • National Songwriters orgs • Album releases My coaching blends:

Technique (healthy, consistent tone)

Emotion (authentic expression)

Performance (stagecraft & confidence)

I work with teens, adults, songwriters, and emerging artists prepari

ng for:

recording projects

auditions

recitals

competitions

live performances

Student Success Highlights:

Artists featured on Getty Images

Members of national songwriter organizations

Students releasing professional recordings and albums

Singers accepted into elite programs and university music departments

Whether your goal is to sing for personal fulfillment or to take your artistry to the next level, the VoceVive Method™ gives you the tools to perform with clarity, confidence, and impact.

📣 Exciting Announcement!I’m honored to join the PAPA Hawai‘i production team as the Vocal Director forSIX: The Musical —...
12/09/2025

📣 Exciting Announcement!

I’m honored to join the PAPA Hawai‘i production team as the Vocal Director for
SIX: The Musical — Teen Edition (Hawai‘i Premiere) 🎤💜👑

Huge thank you to J.P. Tai, the incredible director behind PAPA, for inviting me into this creative process. This show is bold, high-energy, vocally demanding, and deeply empowering — perfect for young performers ready to rise to the challenge.

If you know a teen singer who wants to grow, perform, and be part of something unforgettable, registration begins Monday.
This cast is going to be 🔥.

Let’s make history with Hawai‘i’s first teen production of SIX!

First student on Getty Images. Faith Simone is Communications and Graphics Manager for Songwriters of North America, SON...
12/04/2025

First student on Getty Images. Faith Simone is Communications and Graphics Manager for Songwriters of North America, SONA and will be releasing her first album next year.

Ever dreamt of truly unlocking the potential in your voice? 🎤 At Singing Sensei in Honolulu, we combine the timeless Ita...
11/12/2025

Ever dreamt of truly unlocking the potential in your voice? 🎤 At Singing Sensei in Honolulu, we combine the timeless Italian 'Inalare La Voce' technique with our revolutionary VoceVive™ Method, making lessons both transformative and accessible. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned performer, our online vocal lessons bring personalized coaching right to your home—flexible, convenient, and tailored just for you! 🌟 Join the Singing Sensei community today and start your journey toward confident and tension-free singing. Explore more now: [Link Below]

Singing is a beautiful journey. Whether you’re just starting out or have been belting tunes for years, there’s always room to grow. I’ve found that the best way to improve is by learning from someone who knows the ropes. But what if you can’t make it to a studio every week? That’s where on...

Unlock the secret to gliding into high notes effortlessly with the power of laryngeal tilt! 🎤 This incredible mechanism ...
10/29/2025

Unlock the secret to gliding into high notes effortlessly with the power of laryngeal tilt! 🎤 This incredible mechanism allows professional singers to hit those highs without strain. Want to know how? Read more! https://wix.to/Ih7ijCi

If you’ve ever wondered how professional singers glide into their upper range without strain, you’ve already brushed up against one of the most powerful mechanisms in the human voice: laryngeal tilt.What Is Laryngeal Tilt?In simple terms, laryngeal tilt refers to the forward tilting of the thyro...

Many singers dismiss falsetto as 'just the airy voice,' but it plays a crucial role in a singer's versatility. Discover ...
09/06/2025

Many singers dismiss falsetto as 'just the airy voice,' but it plays a crucial role in a singer's versatility. Discover why you should train your falsetto muscles in our latest post! Read more here: https://wix.to/iCNeYtq

Why Falsetto Matters More Than You ThinkMany singers dismiss falsetto as “just the airy voice” or something only used for special effects. The truth is, training falsetto is not optional—it’s foundational. Falsetto engages muscles in the larynx that most singers underdevelop, and neglecting ...

Are you making one of the 3 sins of vocal training? Discover habits that could be disconnecting your diaphragm and impac...
06/19/2025

Are you making one of the 3 sins of vocal training? Discover habits that could be disconnecting your diaphragm and impacting your singing! Check out our latest article for essential insights! https://wix.to/7t51AtC

🎤 The 3 Sins of Vocal Training: Habits That Disconnect Your DiaphragmWhen singers come to me for lessons, they often have good intentions… but also deeply ingrained habits that are quietly sabotaging their progress. I call them the Three Sins of Vocal Training — not because they’re morally ...

Marina Huizar performing with Sunset Dogs classic rock hits.
04/20/2025

Marina Huizar performing with Sunset Dogs classic rock hits.

If you haven't been to one of these "70's to 80's Night Club Band" reunion events, now's your chance! Relive your favori...
02/08/2025

If you haven't been to one of these "70's to 80's Night Club Band" reunion events, now's your chance! Relive your favorite dancing songs from your night club days. I'll be performing with Audissey. You'll feel like you're back in time as you listen and dance to the hits of Earth, Wind and Fire and Kool & The Gang! Come on by!

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Thursday 11am - 7pm
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