I took private vocal lessons from Cindy for about 5 years. Through Cindy’s studio I was given many opportunities to perform and compete. Studio recitals helped me see what I needed to work on, what I did well, and also see what others were learning. As her student I participated in the BYU Idaho Music Festival and the Idaho State Solo Competition for several years. Because of Cindy’s training, I was able to make it into my high school choirs (Madison High School Mussettes 04-05; Bel Cantos 05-07; Vocal Spectrum 05-07). I also had the special opportunity to participate in the All-Northwest Women’s Choir my senior year.
Cindy is a creative and patient teacher. She is constantly looking for new ways to explain concepts for her students, and is also continually stretching her own abilities as a musician. Cynthia is not only a very gifted singer, but teacher as well. I have always loved to sing, but as I improved under her I enjoyed it more and more because I could do it well. Thanks Cindy!
-Lindsay Barnes
My conference sketch . . .
11 years ago