BUILT TO SING: a unique approach to vocal instruction
“Singing is a deeply personal experience. When our minds and bodies coordinate to create expressive sound, we become artists capable of profound connection to our audience. This is my passion, both as a performer and as a teacher.” — Victoria Holland
As a voice educator, Dr. Holland is perceived not only as a leader but a team player; a risk taker, but a careful decision maker. Aside from performing, Dr. Holland travels the globe as a music educator, with a thriving roster of students who seek her expertise and guidance — singers who desire to build a secure vocal technique from scratch, or to address breathing and vocal production issues that inhibit artistic expression.
Dr. Holland is available for private vocal coaching sessions, primarily in Chicago, Atlanta and Toronto.
ROYAL CONSERVATORY EXAMINATIONS
As a member of the College of Examiners for the Royal Conservatory, Dr. Holland regularly examines singers. The Royal Conservatory Examinations set a standard for music education throughout North America for students, parents and teachers to track and measure progress and achievements. Preparing for and successfully completing an examination builds self-confidence and helps students develop a sense of pride.
BtS Workshops
Quarterly classes with limited enrollment
“Huge thank you for forever changing the way I breathe - feeling supported - being able to deliver the music in such an ‘easy’ way - ensuring I don’t run out of ‘runway!’ so to speak. Your technique is true game changer, so happy I met you so early in life and thank you also for the kind manner in which you transfer information. I’m sure as I embark on my singing career, we’ll be having many a fine tuning session on the road ahead. In appreciation for everything you’ve done to set me up for success!”
“I worked with Dr. Holland when I was participating in the Royal Conservatory of Music, summer opera intensive, and she was the best! I loved working with her, as she really helped me with my technique, especially bel canto, and projecting my voice, naturally. She’s also an amazing singer, and person. I would recommend her to anyone, in an instant!”
AFFILIATIONS
The Royal Conservatory of Music’s Certificate Program provides a recognized national standard of musical success through an effectively sequenced course of study from beginner to advanced levels. Victoria is a member of the Royal Conservatory’s College of Examiners and adjudicates RCM vocal assessments throughout the US. She is the Lead Editor and Compiler for the 2019 Voice Series.
Founded in 1944, the National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,300 members in the United States, Canada, and over twenty-five other countries. Dr. Holland has been a NATS member in good standing since 1997, served on the Chicago Chapter’s executive board, and presented at regional and national conferences.
The Musical Offering is Evanston’s Community Music School. Dr. Holland is a member of the voice faculty and served on the organization’s board. Located a few blocks north of the Chicago city limits, The Musical Offering is an educational institution committed to the growth and development of the individual and community through music instruction and performance.
Musicians Club of Women (MCW) is the oldest musical club in America. Founded in 1875, MCW is dedicated to promoting established and promising women in classical music through its scholarship program and performance opportunities. Victoria is an Performing Member and has served on the board since 2014.