Carole has a BA in Music (Voice), an MA in Education, and credentials in Music Education, Adult Education, Special Education, and Professional Modeling.
Carole has been a popular voice workshop presenter for the following organizations:
WomenSpeakers.com, online seminars with Marnie Swedberg
San Juan Unified School Dist. Adult Education, Sacramento Area
Christian Women in Media Association Conference, Dallas, TX
Hillsdale Blvd. Baptist Church, Sacramento, CA
Church of the Highlands Women's Retreat, Mt. Hermon, CA
Bay Area Church Workers Convention (BASS), Castro Valley, CA
Capital Christian Center, Sacramento, CA
ACSI Northern California Convention, Sacramento, CA
GRACE Convention, Redding, CA
CLASS Convention, Elk Grove, CA
NorCal Adventist Women's Retreat, Leoni Meadows, CA
Concordia Lutheran Church, Kingsburg, CA
Sacramento City School Dist., Hiram Johnson High Sch. Choir
Carole's been blessed to share the Good News through speaking and music for over three decades. See more of the many places where she's ministered: Ministry Highlights & History
Carole's light-hearted approach helps singers and speakers to relax. With extensive experience in teaching and music, she effectively translates her own past voice struggles into concise, understandable, faith-based lessons. Through her training, vocalists improve what they love to do. Sing!
"I not only see Carole as a voice coach, but as a spiritual mentor who is helping me to serve and glorify our Lord more effectively with a joyful spirit." - Private Voice Student
"The instructor was excellent. It was not only interesting, but informative and FUN!!" - Voice Class Attendee
"I am learning so much about how to become a more effective performer and faithful servant!" - Private Voice Student
"You have been a blessing to so many and I'm grateful to have been a part of your voice classes. You inspired and helped me very much to grow as a person!" - Voice Class Attendee
VOICE WORKSHOP TOPICS
Carole teaching for Association of Christian Schools, International
Basic Recipes for Singing
Got air? Join us for a fun-filled class based on the popular voice manual, Cookin' Up a Song by singer/speaker Carole Brewer. You’ll learn Carole's innovative, easy to understand, concert-tested "recipes" including well-baked breathing, relax al dente, and good vibrations. All great singing starts here!
Diction Delicacies for Singers
Got lyrics? How often have you heard someone say they liked the song but couldn’t understand the words? Take the next step to developing your vocal artistry and sounding like a pro. Great communication starts here!
Platform Techniques for Singers and Speakers
Got nerves? Practice with Carole as she presents several important “recipes” for engaging an audience and for being an effective communicator. Great appearance starts here!
VOICE WORKSHOP REVIEWS
Carole teaching at the Bay Area Church Workers Convention (BASS)
"Thank you Carole! I loved all your hints and advice that you gave us in your breakout session."-Peg Arnold, Colorado
"Never thought about room temperature water versus cold water. Thanks for all these great tips!"-Beth Dutton, Speaker
"Carole is a marvelous voice teacher! I would take her course again."-Voice Class Attendee
"The instructor was excellent. It was not only interesting, but informative and FUN!!"-Voice Class Attendee
"I learned more from Carole Brewer's one hour presentation than I learned in six years of voice lessons."-Voice Class Attendee
"Carole taught us to sing better through her inspired instruction and patience.
I believe our Savior is pleased."-Voice Class Attendee
VOICE BOOK REVIEWS
Cookin' Up a Song - A Self-Help Manual for Singers Seasoned with Faith ...and Humor! (available here)
“This great little book teaches in an ever so practical way the things many of us took years of vocal training to learn: How to breathe, how to stand, how to hold a mic, how to purchase a mic, vocal classifications, diction, building confidence... even the scoop on sinus cavities!" -Bill Rayborn, Publisher of iLevite Magazine [See entire review]
"It looks lovely. I really enjoy the illustrations and am getting a lot of good ideas for teaching." -Judy L. Greenhill, New Hampshire Music Teachers Association
"I have read and thoroughly enjoyed Cookin’ Up a Song. It’s a great book!" -Cheryl Lowe, Music Director, Meredith Drive Reformed Church, Des Moines, IA
"What a fun way to learn how to sing."-Laurie Dennis, Port Huron, MI
"I read the book and I LOVED it! What a blessing it is to have someone write with the Lord as the focus and in such a practical way. Praise God!!" -Paula Brents, Worship Team