Missy Wise Vanderzee, Founder
is a Louisiana native, raised in a house full of singer/musicians. Singing has been a part of her life since day one! After graduating from Centenary College of Louisiana with a Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance, Missy worked as a professional singer/actor/vocal educator in Louisiana. She released two EP’s that can be found on iTunes/Spotify & toured as a singer/songwriter throughout the south. In 2013, Missy decided to make her move to Chicago!
Since her relocation, Missy has become well known in Chicago’s thriving musical theater scene. In recent years, she has won two esteemed Joseph Jefferson Awards for her work on stage in Kokandy’s Bonnie & Clyde and Boho Theatre’s Bright Star. Missy has also won national awards such as First Place in the National Musical Theater Competition and a Bronze Medalist of the American Traditions Competition.
Missy has worked closely with Davin Youngs as his student and mentee, and is a Somatic Voicework™, The LoVetri Method level I teacher.
In her 14 years of teaching and performing experience, Missy has learned that every person has a voice and a song to share. She is passionate about bringing freedom and joy to the singing experience for every student she encounters & hopes that she can share that light with YOU!