Laurie Ellington
My Bio
Laurie Ellington is a vocalist, conductor and music educator with over 15 years’ experience leading choruses as a choir conductor and choir teacher of all ages. Her 20+ year singing career encompasses work with bands big and small, pop and jazz a cappella groups, musical theater and classical choirs in the US, Europe and Asia. As a conductor, she believes that ensemble singing is one of life’s great pleasures; she believes group singing and making music together should be about joy, connection and creating compelling performances, no matter the repertoire. Learn more about Laurie here.
Credentials: Laurie holds a B.A. from Harvard and a Master’s in Music Education from Boston Conservatory. She has studied with Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon and Judi Vincar. She has studied privately with Maitland Peters at the Manhattan School of Music and Craig Wich from Boston Conservatory.
I live for joy. I teach for joy. I teach voice because I love watching students' joy as they achieve breakthroughs in their vocal performance. And I experience joy watching students grow and express themselves more fully. Singing is the ultimate fusion of mind and body and spirit, with infinite possibilities for expression; I'm here to help you find your expression and your authentic voice and the joy and satisfaction that flows from that.
- Laurie Ellington
What Justina Has To Say About Laurie
Laurie and I met while teaching at Smith College and immediately felt we were old friends meeting for the first time. She is so passionate and energetic and excited about singing and improvising. She is committed, as I am, to voice lessons being joyous and fun. She also has a special interest in working with people who are transitioning.
