Find Your True Voice
Confident, Clear, Convincing.

Sylvie Robert, a professional soprano and voice coach, helps you master your singing and speaking voice with ease and confidence.

About Sylvie Robert

After studying vocal performance at the CNSMDP (Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris), along with musical analysis, and choral and orchestral conducting, she began teaching voice while building a career as a soprano soloist. Specializing in contemporary repertoire and poetic concert-readings connected to visual art exhibitions, she has collaborated with prestigious international institutions, including the Collège de France, CNSMDP, Victor Hugo Museum, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Musée de Lyon, Schirn Museum in Frankfurt, Museo Thyssen in Madrid, and universities across Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. She has also worked with the Santander Academy in Spain, as well as NYU, Stanford, and the University of Michigan in the United States.

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Rediscover the Vibrance of Your Voice

Tailored Coaching for Every Voice

Discover personalized coaching designed to empower both singers and speakers. Whether you aim to deliver a compelling speech or master challenging contemporary compositions, my tailored approach ensures progress and confidence in your vocal journey.

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Singing Lessons

Expand your repertoire and take on even the most challenging contemporary pieces with ease and renewed artistic confidence. My singing lessons combine technical mastery with creative interpretation, enabling you to shine on stage while protecting and strengthening your vocal health.

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Speaking Voice Training

This site is for you if you want to speak clearly and confidently without vocal strain after a long day of teaching, presenting, or speaking. Together, we’ll explore simple vocal techniques tailored to your needs, using consonants, syllables, and rhythm exercises to bring your thoughts to life with ease and precision.

Your Vocal Journey :
Find your voice and discover your unique expression

With over three decades of experience as a professional soprano and vocal coach, I bring a blend of knowledge and intuition to each session. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of contemporary music or aiming to speak with greater confidence, I tailor every lesson to your goals. Together, we’ll focus on articulation, resonance, and breath support, while uncovering how your voice can best convey meaning and emotion.

What makes this journey special is not just my expertise in contemporary music or my experience with renowned institutions like NYU, Stanford, and the Collège de France. It’s the collaborative process—working together to unlock techniques and approaches that resonate with your needs.

Whether you’re a professional seeking refinement or someone discovering the power of your voice for the first time, I’m here to help you find the path that’s uniquely yours. Let’s uncover your voice’s potential and bring it to life.

Unlock the beauty and artistry of modern compositions with the right guidance and technique.

Embracing the Challenge of Contemporary Music

Contemporary music often feels intimidating to singers due to its complexity and vocal demands. Yet, these works hold incredible depth and emotional power, deserving a place in your repertoire. From the haunting minimalism of Webern to the intricate melismas of Philippe Leroux, each piece tells a unique story that challenges and enriches its performer.

With years of experience performing and collaborating with contemporary composers like György Kurtág and Gerardo Gandini, I specialize in breaking down these demanding works into achievable steps. Through tailored exercises and expert guidance, you’ll learn to approach even the most avant-garde compositions with confidence, technical mastery, and vocal health.

Master the Masters
Vocal Tips for Contemporary Composers

The Groupe des Six and Dadaists: “Bringing Context to Life in French Vocal Music”

The Groupe des Six and Dadaists: “Bringing Context to Life in French Vocal Music”

The Groupe des Six infused humor, simplicity, and wit into their music, reflecting their era’s artistic movements. Explore how historical context and thematic programming can deepen your interpretation of works by Satie, Tailleferre, Poulenc, and their avant-garde contemporaries.

Olivier Messiaen: “Endurance and Color – Singing Olivier Messiaen’s Masterpieces”

Olivier Messiaen: “Endurance and Color – Singing Olivier Messiaen’s Masterpieces”

Messiaen’s vocal works test endurance and vocal color, blending birdlike melismas with vivid spiritual imagery. Discover techniques to build stamina, navigate rhythmic intricacies, and infuse your singing with the vibrant energy that defines Messiaen’s breathtaking compositions.

John Cage: “Embracing Creativity – Singing the Works of John Cage”

John Cage: “Embracing Creativity – Singing the Works of John Cage”

John Cage challenges singers to embrace silence, explore unconventional sounds, and rediscover their playful creativity. Learn how to approach Cage’s music with freedom, imagination, and a sense of wonder while mastering its unique technical demands.

Claude Debussy: “Singing the Senses – Interpreting the Works of Claude Debussy”

Claude Debussy: “Singing the Senses – Interpreting the Works of Claude Debussy”

Debussy’s music invites singers to evoke sensations like mist, desire, and caress through their voices. Learn how to balance sensory interpretation with textual and musical precision to bring his poetic works to life in an authentic and evocative way.

Gerardo Gandini: “From Tango to Vienna – Understanding Gandini’s Unique Style”

Gerardo Gandini: “From Tango to Vienna – Understanding Gandini’s Unique Style”

Explore Gandini’s fusion of tango and serialism with practical tips for rhythm, diction, and interpretation. This guide helps singers navigate his music’s emotional depth and technical challenges, bringing its unique stylistic blend to life.

Philippe Leroux: “Melismatic Magic – How to Perform Leroux’s Mesmerizing Works”

Philippe Leroux: “Melismatic Magic – How to Perform Leroux’s Mesmerizing Works”

Master Leroux’s intricate melismas with exercises for agility, tone, and expressiveness. Learn how to balance precision and emotion in his captivating compositions while protecting your voice through proper technique and breath support.

Anton Webern: From Complexity to Playfulness – Navigating Webern’s Music

Anton Webern: From Complexity to Playfulness – Navigating Webern’s Music

Webern’s intricate compositions demand precision and artistry. This guide breaks down the complexity into manageable steps, helping singers explore the beauty and playfulness within Webern’s works while ensuring vocal control and expressiveness.

Arnold Schoenberg: Unlocking the Mystery of Sprechgesang – Tips for Singing Schoenberg

Arnold Schoenberg: Unlocking the Mystery of Sprechgesang – Tips for Singing Schoenberg

Schoenberg’s Sprechgesang blends speech and song into a dramatic, avant-garde technique. Learn step-by-step methods to master rhythm, pitch, and expression while maintaining vocal clarity and confidence in works like Pierrot Lunaire.

György Kurtág: Expressive Freedom in the Music of Kurtág – Mastering Interpretation Techniques

György Kurtág: Expressive Freedom in the Music of Kurtág – Mastering Interpretation Techniques

Discover the secrets to interpreting Kurtág’s emotive works with precision and subtlety. From embracing silences to mastering intricate dynamics, this guide helps singers confidently tackle the challenges of Kurtág’s music while preserving vocal health and artistic freedom.