So you want to be a jazz singer...


It's become trendy, even chic to say “I'm a jazz singer” but that doesn't mean that just anyone should have license to sing jazz, or sing at all for that matter, let alone in public. As an instructor, I may be unique in that I refuse to waste anyone's time or money. So before you decide to jump on the bandwagon, ask yourself these four basic questions:

  • Have I studied vocal technique - do I understand my voice and how it works?
  • Is my musicianship up to the task of standing out in front of instrumentalists whose experience and “chops” probably far outweigh my own?
  • Do I know who I am and what I am singing about?
  • Am I prepared to sing in public?

Then ask yourself question five:

  • Why do I need to sing?

If you answered “no” to more than two of questions one-four, you are probably not prepared to sing in public. If you had to think more than a moment before answering question five, it's entirely possible that you shouldn't be singing at all.
Now that we have that out of the way…

I am passionate about singers, singing in general, and jazz and cabaret performers in particular. It's a great pleasure for me to listen to, instruct, coach, and guide performers to new levels of achievement, artistry and professionalism in their work.

Promising entry-level students who audition for me will study:
  • Basic vocal technique;
  • Healthy vocal practices;
  • The Great American Songbook;
  • And a rudimentary study of themselves as creative artists.

Working professionals who wish to hone their craft can come to me for:

  • A vocal health assessment;
  • Performance repertoire assessment and critique;
  • Live performance evaluation and coaching;
  • Repertoire research and “act-building.”

Want to get to work? Be open, take a deep breath, and make contact. Beginners and professionals can drop a line, and advanced students may send a demo to:
George Evans - Vocal Instruction
640 Roselawn Ave. Suite 605
Toronto, ON, M5N 1K9

phone: (416) 781-1550
fax: (416) 781-2449

e-mail: info@georgeevans.ca
Master Classes

Canadian jazz vocalist George Evans is also available to give master classes on the art of American Popular Song and its interpretation in the mediums of pop, jazz, and cabaret. Your students will benefit from George's superior vocal technique, stage savvy, knowledge of repertoire, and years of experience, gained through work as a performer, presenter, broadcaster, writer and archivist.

To inquire about having George Evans present a master class or series at your institution, simply make contact at the address above, or send an email through any link on this site.