Hensley Voice Studio
Wasilla, Alaska
Hensley Voice Studio was founded in 2006 with a mission to promote the study of good singing in South-central Alaska. It is a preparatory voice studio training young, pre-professional singers and high-achieving young amateurs. Singers from the studio have won scores of local, regional and national competitions, received paid professional work and been given acceptance into highly selective college programs. Hundreds more have enhanced their lives and educations through their love and greater understanding of music.
Singers study classical singing and musical theatre, as gateways to other styles. The emphasis is always on good technique and vocal safety. Students are taught easy and effortless vocal production, which will liberate them to be expressive and creative in all their singing. The role of a good voice teacher is to help each student like their voice better and to make singing easier and more enjoyable. There is never any judgment on the singer or their current place in their personal vocal development.
There is also a very strong emphasis on fundamental musicality, including note-reading, music theory, sight-singing, ear training and functional piano. The goal is to prepare highly motivated young singers for a rigorous college curriculum or professional performing career. Whether or not a singer chooses to pursue a music-led path, they will leave the studio with many lasting skills.
While we work to a high level of detail, there is never any pressure regarding an individual singer's personal progress. Students are expected to regularly participate in class performances, semi-annual public recitals and, when appropriate, local competitions. However, classes and lessons are fun and relaxed. The studio is a safe and nurturing place to explore one's creative potential. We want you to like to sing!
Singers study classical singing and musical theatre, as gateways to other styles. The emphasis is always on good technique and vocal safety. Students are taught easy and effortless vocal production, which will liberate them to be expressive and creative in all their singing. The role of a good voice teacher is to help each student like their voice better and to make singing easier and more enjoyable. There is never any judgment on the singer or their current place in their personal vocal development.
There is also a very strong emphasis on fundamental musicality, including note-reading, music theory, sight-singing, ear training and functional piano. The goal is to prepare highly motivated young singers for a rigorous college curriculum or professional performing career. Whether or not a singer chooses to pursue a music-led path, they will leave the studio with many lasting skills.
While we work to a high level of detail, there is never any pressure regarding an individual singer's personal progress. Students are expected to regularly participate in class performances, semi-annual public recitals and, when appropriate, local competitions. However, classes and lessons are fun and relaxed. The studio is a safe and nurturing place to explore one's creative potential. We want you to like to sing!
Jenna Hensley, Mezzo-soprano
Senior Voice Instructor
Mezzo-soprano Jenna Hensley is a lifelong Alaskan and received her Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance from UAA's opera program. While there, she studied with Dr. Mari Hahn and performed as Dinah in Bernstein's Trouble in Tahiti and Dido in Purcell's Dido and Aeneas.
She is also a Level III graduate of the Somatic Voicework program, a Contemporary Commercial Music vocal pedagogy institute at Shenandoah University, as taught by Jeannette LoVetri.
Ms. Hensley is a passionate teacher and active performer. Recent engagements include alto soloist in Handel's Messiah with the Anchorage Concert Chorus and as Clarina in Anchorage Opera's production of Rossini's La Cambiale di Matrimonio.
Ms. Hensley maintains an active teaching schedule and is pleased to have taught students of all ages and abilities. Her studio is well represented at all the area singing competitions and she's proud to have coached many winners. Additionally, she has served as vocal coach for Alaska Sound Celebration, giving private lessons to over 60 member singers and served over five years as music director at the Alaska Center for Spiritual Living.
She lives in Wasilla with her husband Mike, and their four young sons Emerson, Elliot, Easton and Edwin.
She is also a Level III graduate of the Somatic Voicework program, a Contemporary Commercial Music vocal pedagogy institute at Shenandoah University, as taught by Jeannette LoVetri.
Ms. Hensley is a passionate teacher and active performer. Recent engagements include alto soloist in Handel's Messiah with the Anchorage Concert Chorus and as Clarina in Anchorage Opera's production of Rossini's La Cambiale di Matrimonio.
Ms. Hensley maintains an active teaching schedule and is pleased to have taught students of all ages and abilities. Her studio is well represented at all the area singing competitions and she's proud to have coached many winners. Additionally, she has served as vocal coach for Alaska Sound Celebration, giving private lessons to over 60 member singers and served over five years as music director at the Alaska Center for Spiritual Living.
She lives in Wasilla with her husband Mike, and their four young sons Emerson, Elliot, Easton and Edwin.