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Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing

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Hi! I'm Topher Keene and I'm a high-level Vocal Coach training Voice Actors, Singers, Actors, and Public Speakers to improve their performance skills. I work with all ages and ability levels, from Amateurs to Professionals. I'm a Quarter-Finalist for the Grammy Award for Educator of the Year, I've been featured on MTV, and I was a Soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. My mission is to help my students to develop their unique talents and achieve their goals as performers. I'd love to meet you for a Free First Lesson to see if my studio would be the perfect fit for you! My students include professional Actors working in Film/TV/Commercials/Voiceover/Animation/Video-Games. I’ve worked with stars of Nickelodeon shows and other network series. My singing students include professional touring musicians making a full time income from their music. Several of my students have highly successful and profitable YouTube channels and podcasts. I also work with CEOs of multi-million dollar companies and other business professionals to improve their public speaking and performance skills. I frequently work with total beginners and many of my “beginner” students have gone on to build full careers in the Music and Acting industry. Many of my students don’t want to pursue a career in the arts and merely take lessons as a fun hobby, and I love working with those students as well. I enjoy working with singers and actors of all ages and ability levels. I've worked with dozens of "tone deaf" students to help them develop their ability to sing, and frequently train teachers in working with singers who struggle. On the other hand, I have many professional students who are regularly touring, performing and recording their music. I also offer Acting Coaching. My students focus on developing stage presence, learning short monologues and scenes, building audition skills, and developing their vocal/facial/physical expression. Some of my students are complete beginners, and some are professional actors with large social media followings, paid acting roles, and experience on stage and on camera. I always focus on enjoyment in the lesson, as the best learning happens when we're having fun. I also work hard to build confidence and stage presence. I prioritize proper vocal health to avoid voice damage for my students. My Public Speaking Coaching combines the best of insights from Singing and Acting lessons to help you unlock the power of your speaking voice. I can help you with Job Interviews, School Presentations, and even major Public Keynote Speeches, or just in improving your daily conversational speaking skills. Singing is one of the most vulnerable things a human can do. Learning to sing confidently makes someone feel much better about themselves and can dramatically improve self-esteem. I love seeing the smile on a singer's face when something 'clicks' and they hear their voice in a new way. When my Acting students connect deeply with a character/role and feel themselves reaching a new level of skill through our work together it's very rewarding. Many of my students have landed their first lead roles after our work together, and seeing a student I've coached go on to a starring role on stage is always a thrilling experience. All the work I do is done through the lens of a LifeCoach/Mentor. I focus on habit formation, overcoming anxiety, and developing self-confidence in every subject I teach. My students come out of a coaching session feeling more in control and less stressed about the challenge of our work together.
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Hired 36 times

Serves Columbus, OH

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2022

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2021

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Justin K.

Sep 23, 2022

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Topher is as genuine and authentic as they come. My daughter is six and that’s about as many seconds long as she pays attention. Topher always does a great job keeping her on task and focused while always being polite and courteous to her. I thought I was going to get away with taking her for lessons every other week but my daughter really looks forward to having her singing lesson with Topher every week! In the few months we’ve been going my daughters confidence and singing talent have expanded tremendously. I whole heartedly recommend Topher for any of your educator, musician, and mentor needs.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Pop • R&B • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing's reply
Thank you Justin! It's awesome working with your daughter, and I have no problem at all handling her attention span, she likes to keep things moving fast and so do I!
Singing Lessons
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Corley T.

Apr 22, 2022

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I have had a wonderful time working with Topher. I feel like I learn something new every lesson! I highly recommend using his services!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Beginner • To continue professional development • TV episode • What the teacher recommends • Improv • Method acting • Scene study • Cold reading • Hone diction and enunciation • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet)

Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing's reply
Thank You Corley! It has been such a joy watching you grow as an artist and I’m thrilled to see you bring your first Network Television role to life! Congrats! 🎉
Acting Lessons
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Robin R.

Apr 14, 2022

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Topher has been extremely helpful to my daughter who was seeking acting lessons. He offers tips and provides feedback with each session. Hearing my daughter’s confidence grow as she works on what she loves gives me full confidence that Topher is helping her achieve her goals. We truly appreciate all that he offers!

Details: 14 - 17 years old • Intermediate • To continue professional development • Theater • Scene study • Hone diction and enunciation • 1 person • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing's reply
Thank You Robin! It’s been a joy getting to know you and Liv. She’s so positive and fun to work with, and she has a remarkable talent for her age as both an Actress and Singer. She was fantastic as Eponine in Les Mis and I’m certain she’s going to be even better as Olive in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Can’t wait to see her in more shows!
Acting Lessons
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Cong T.

Apr 13, 2022

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Topher is a great coach who is very attentive and dedicated to my needs so I would recommend you to get him as your voice coach! You will surely make progress under his coaching.

Details: 28 or older • Advanced • General introduction • Commercial • More than once a week • I travel to the voice over instructor

Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing's reply
Thank you Cong! It's been wonderful getting to know you and help you with your vocal goals. You have a lovely voice and it's always a joy seeing you on Saturday mornings!
Voice Over Lessons
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Suresh G.

Jan 12, 2022

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Topher has been giving my 11 year old son voice lessons for a few months now and he has had a huge impact on my son's confidence. He is a dedicated teacher, who understands very well how to bring the best out of his student. My son always speaks very highly of him and I am glad I reached out to him here.

Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • Pop • What the teacher recommends • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Vocal Coach Topher | Voice Over, Acting, Singing's reply
Thank you Suresh! Your son has grown steadily in our lessons and it fantastic to see his confidence and musical skill improve!
Singing Lessons
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