Comments from those who know Elaine best!


“Elaine instantly found my comfort level; so that I was able to re-discover my voice with great joy and confidence… Elaine helped me give my voice new life.”

 John Travolta
“Hairspray” 2007



“Elaine’s teaching system starts with the premise that we all have an authentic voice that, when discovered and liberated, is more powerful than we could ever have imagined. The work Elaine did with me was fun, systematic, effective and repeatable. She’s a patient, passionate and truly inspired teacher with an approach that could help anyone connect (or re-connect) with their true voice. She’s just terrific.”

Richard Gere
“Chicago” 2002



“ . . . and Elaine Overholt, who worked with us on the music and singing and did all that…”

Richard Gere’s acceptance speech
The Golden Globe Awards



“I cannot thank you enough for the time, commitment and all of the encouragement you have given me. I have so loved being taught by you and could never have done it without your guidance.”

Michelle Pfeiffer
“Hairspray” 2007



“I warmed up every day with Elaine’s CD’s on the way to work – the exercises were so helpful and I know that they made all the difference. I really counted on them.”

Renée Zellweger
“Chicago” 2002



“Elaine was awesome in the studio on the pre-record of Chicago, the movie. She has a HUGE understanding of how to bring out the best in a singer, so that each of them could give the performance of a lifetime. She made my job much easier.”

Ric Wake
Producer of Céline Dion, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez


“Elaine Overholt is a magician. Her preparation of the actors for the Miramax film Chicago provided results beyond all expectation. The performers were not only technically prepared to sing their numbers, but oozed with the kind of confidence that is only evident when one feels safe and assured. Elaine was their ever-present safety net.”

Joel Moss
Producer/Engineer “Chicago”
Tony Bennett, Harry Connick Jr., Patti Labelle, “Stayin’ Alive” Soundtrack


“I’ve worked and studied with several voice teachers all over the world and have learned and used techniques from all of them, but Elaine is the only one who encompasses ALL of the styles from opera to rock – successfully. She especially understands the engaging of the legs, the gut, and the relaxation of the neck and jaw to completely release the emotional power of the voice. The actors love her. I would be extremely fortunate to work with her again on any film or stage musical.”

Paul Bogaev
Grammy & Emmy Award winner
Music Director “Chicago”
Music Producer – Elton John’s “Aida”, “Cinderella” with Whitney Houston, “Sunset Boulevard” with Glenn Close


“Elaine Overholt played a major part in the vocal training of the actors in the feature film “Chicago.” She gave all the actors a sense of comfort and allowed them to achieve their full vocal potential. We all love her and her contribution is enormous.”

Neil Meron
Producer “Chicago”
“Life with Judy Garland” – Alliance Atlantis, “Annie” – Wonderful World of Disney, “Gypsy” with Bette Midler – CBS


“They say those that can do, those that can’t teach. Not so in Elaine Overholt's case, because she can do AND teach. It is a pleasure to study with someone who herself possesses a flawless technique. And it’s especially rare to find someone like Elaine, who thoroughly understands from first hand experience the demands of live and studio performing, particularly in the pop genre, where technique must often bow to style.

So put together someone who knows where the problems are, how to communicate it and who can clearly demonstrate the ideas herself- and you’ve got Elaine Overholt – a world class vocal coach!”

Amy Sky
BMG recording artist
World-class songwriter