Lainey Vox's
Singing & Performance Coaching Studio
Testimonials
Feedback From One-to-One Students & Workshops Attendees:
One-to-One Students Reviews and Recommendations:
"My daughter has been attending Vox Stars for 2 years now. Lainey offers fun 1:1 and group sessions and tailors lessons to suit all levels, ranging from beginners to understanding more advanced techniques. Vox Stars has also offered her pupils an opportunity to sing on stage at various festivals which is an amazing experience. Certainly, in the 2 years since, I have seen noticeable growth in my daughter's singing and performing abilities. Thoroughly recommended."
-Douglas Tait [Facebook Recommendation & 5 star Google Review]
"Lainey is a wonderful singing coach who has not only taught my daughter so much about singing and the technicalities of voice but has been instrumental in helping improve her confidence and self-belief. Lainey is a fantastic teacher who shows compassion and understanding to help her students get the best out of themselves."-Jeanette Webb [Facebook Recommendation]
"I have developed and improved my singing so much with Lainey's guidance and tutoring.
I love it!!!!"-Jacklyn Calvard [Facebook Recommendation]
"I couldn’t recommend Lainey at Vox Stars enough. I decided to take up lessons at the beginning of the year, and I chose Vox Stars as I was looking for a coach that provided adult lessons for complete beginners. I lost my confidence in singing a few years ago, so even booking a lesson was a scary experience - Lainey made me feel so welcomed and comfortable the minute I walked in, and I knew that I was going to be really happy here. I saw a difference in my singing and myself almost immediately. In just 6 months I have gone from not being able to sing in front of anyone to performing for my friends and family at a Vox Stars Showcase and even auditioning for a local pantomime, singing for a panel of judges, and this is all thanks to Vox Stars. Being able to perform was only ever a dream for me for so many years! I come away from every lesson having learnt so much, and the difference from when I first started is absolutely unbelievable. My lessons feel completely individual and are built around what I would like to work on, with Lainey helping me to choose my goals. I have gained confidence that I never thought I could, and I feel like this is only the beginning. My only regret is not starting sooner βΊοΈ Lainey always caters to my busy student schedule which is a huge help to me! Lainey is an amazing coach that I recommend to people of all ages and experience. She is kind, welcoming and just an all round lovely person. Thank you so much Lainey and Vox Stars for all you have done for me βΊοΈ!"-Hannah Lawson [Facebook Recommendation]
"Still in such a high from last night - I was able to take part in the Showcase among the other students with amazing talent! I cannot thank Lainey enough for everything she has taught me so far! I am so excited for the future and to carry on this amazing journey with Lainey!! thank again the whole Vox team for last night! Amazing!!"-Aimee Sanderson [Facebook Recommendation]
"Have been here for a month now and I cant believe how interesting her lessons are, she teaches to a high standard and her vocal techniques are insanely good! Lainey is very patient and extremely professional! She’ll make you feel warm and welcome the minute you walk into that door! With her knowledge you’ll be singing to a remarkable standard in no time! I highly recommend to everyone any age and genre of music! She’s a music queen!" -Rebecca Traynor [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"Lainey is an incredible teacher! You'll easily feel very welcomed and have lots of fun while improving your singing! I've only been working with her for a month now, but can already see a huge improvement in my vocal technique and the sound of my voice. Not only will you learn how to sing your favourite songs, but she'll also explain to you how your voice works and why you're able to do all those crazy sounds! Every lesson is a great and unforgettable experience! :)" -Joyce Stev [Google 5 Star Review]
"Thoroughly enjoyable lessons with a knowledgeable, patient and insightful tutor."-Francis Jamieson [Google 5 Star Review]
"Lainey is an amazing teacher. I only took three lessons with her as a bit of a top-up, but I learned so much about my own voice and how to improve it. She's down to earth, really personable and great to work with - even an old out-of-tune punk like me felt comfortable!"- Manekineko Music [Google 5 Star Review]
Workshop Attendees Reviews and Recommendations:
"Just Great! Brilliant entertainment!"-Ewelina Siembor [Facebook Recommendation]
"My daughter Eva and niece Olivia had a fantastic time yesterday π£π they were very entertained and loved performing in front of everyone π€π€"-Karen Christie [Facebook Recommendation]
"My son attended his first workshop today, the Easter extravaganza. The Vox Stars team made my son feel very welcome. They gave him time and encouragement to join in no pressure. Once my son warmed up and came out of his shell he far enjoyed himself, he loved the party games traditional party games but with a twist, absolutely brilliant ideas. He enjoyed the craft making I was told not to ever wash his tattoo. Lovely snacks provided. The singing at the end was lovely I got a lump in my throat, proud dad moment watching his 4 year old son going up on stage first to sing a song on the microphone, in front of a room full of strangers. Boosting his self confidence he’s telling everyone he’s a rock star now. I highly recommend this. Well done team Vox stars, we will definitely see you all again. James dad Willie." -Willie Gordon-[Facebook Recommendation]
"My Daughter,who has Autism,had such a great day at the ‘Greatest Showman’
Party! The staff were brilliant with her,and she ended up on stage singing
with confidence.She cant wait until the next event,thanks so much Vox Stars!"-Debbie Bruce [Facebook Recommendation]
"My 7 year old went along to the greatest showman work shop and had the most amazing time. absolutely fabulous. Can't wait to get him booked on the next theme /work shop . Xx"-Joanna Riddell [Facebook Recommendation]
"My twin girls attended the Greatest Showman workshop yesterday. They had the best time! The activities were engaging and they raved about the snacks and party bags. We watched their performance at the end - it was fab! Couldn't get them off stage π. This was our first time at Vox Stars but it won't be our last! π"-Gemma Wylie [Facebook Recommendation]
"My 7 year old went to the greatest showman workshop today. She had so much fun she spoke about it all the way home. The staff were lovely and the room looked amazing! She loved her little goody-bag at the end also. Was definitely worth the money. Thank you all!"-Stephanie Hamilton [Facebook Recommendation]
"My 7yr old son went to the 'greatest showman' workshop today. He tells me he had an awesome time and made some new friends, it was 3hrs of nonstop entertainment while mum went shopping, I highly recommend vox stars β¨"-Tammy Hanson [Facebook Recommendation]
"Absolutely brilliant. My daughter had her 11 th birthday party at the Pop Star workshop with 7 of her friends and they had a fantastic time. Great time had by all." -Jennifer Linton [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"My two love going along! So much fun for them. Yummy treats for the adults too!"-Amy Louise [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"My 6yr old went to the Disney Day today with Vox Stars. Her first words when we went in were "wow" and wow it was. She had 3hrs of absolute non stop fun. Would highly recommend, and we can't wait to go back at Halloween and Christmas. Thanks"- JackiePat Cairney [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"My daughters and their friend recently enjoyed one of Vox Stars kids workshops - they loved it! From the games to the goody bags, and of course the singing, everything was brilliant fun. The staff were fab. The girls are very keen to attend another one - I felt it was fantastic value for 3 hours of entertainment!"-Fiona Aitken [Facebook Recommendation]
"Absolutely amazing night for our Brownie packs Christmas party!! Dancing, games, chocolate coins and singing, what more could little girls want!! They all had a ball and I would definitely recommend Vox Stars who were brilliant from start to finish.xx"-Nicola Duncan-Brownie Leader [Facebook Recommendation]
Workshop Reviews and Recommendations continued:
"My 8 year old daughter had a fantastic time at the Pop Stars Spectacular workshop yesterday. She loved every minute from start to finish and can't wait to visit again! The team at Vox Stars were brilliant with the children and had thought of everything."- Gillian McNulty [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"My daughter had an amazing time today! One of the first things she said was she wanted to have her birthday party here. lovely people and great activities. Will be keeping my eye out for more events etc for my girl to attend :) xxx"- Lisa Williamson [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"Eilidh had a fantastic day today she can't wait to go back!!! Yous are amazing at what yous do x"- Danielle Tant [Facebook 5 Star Review]
"Sophie absolutely loved the Disney day workshop she is talking about how much fun it was thanks guys so glad I seen this advertised."-Lindsey Marshall [Facebook 5 Star Review]
Party Reviews and Recommendations:
So what can I say!!! Amazing talented lady with a great team! They hosted my little girl’s 5th birthday party and what a fab party it was! Start to finish it was brilliant and everything was well thought of! Highly recommend a party with vox stars! You won’t be disappointed!!! β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ-Aisha Nadeem [Facebook Recommendations]
"Booked vox stars for my daughters surprise 8th birthday party. The whole party was jam packed with fun, games, activities, singing and dancing. So much effort went into the party. Plenty of different options on themes, activities, songs etc and plenty of ideas and input from vox stars to make it very personalised and the best party ever!
Would 100 percent recommend booking a party here. Was all the fun with pretty much no stress for me as vox stars sort out, plan and host the whole party!
Out of 18children not one had a complaint or even slight moan about the party and everyone was buzzing afterwards.
Can't imagine having a party anywhere else now lol!
Thanks so much for making my daughters surprise birthday the best one yet! Xxx" -Lisa Williamson (5 Star Facebook Review)
"My friends little girl had her 8th birthday party here - September 2018.
Amazing place for a singing dancing party , every single kid there loved it from start to finish my child is still now talking about all the props on the day , what was on offer and the venue.
Very polite kind and friendly family run staff who work together wonderfully to deliver a great package.
I’d highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun filled entertaining party for their child. 5* +" -Georgina Cunningham (Facebook Recommendation)
"Had an amazing time at Mia party 3 hours is axing for kids entertainment as most places usually only 2!! friendly staff who done everything and got really involved with the kids they also do singing lessons and have a Halloween session coming up I will definately be starting my daughter and I know where her party will be!!! outstanding!!!! xxx"- Laura Ogilvie (Facebook Recommendation)
"My daughter went to Mia's 8th birthday party and loved it. She had the best time and came home with flyers for a whole different range of activities vox star's do, definitely booking the Christmas workshop it looks amazing."-Carnel Mackie [Facebook Recommendation]
"M celebrated her 9th birthday here last week with a group of her friends. They had a fantastic time and I can't recommend it highly enough. Vox Stars are a fantastic friendly family team who think of everything! π¦ π" -Gillian McNulty (Facebook Recommendation)
Entertainment, Karaoke & Disco Reviews and Recommendations:
"Lainey rocks! She hosted my Mums 60th Karaoke night and we had SO MUCH FUN!! Lainey your voice is amazing and you’ve inspired me to ask for lessons! Thank you so much xxxππππ"Heidi Grillo [Facebook Recommendation]
"Lainey is amazing. She came out to Archerfield to host a karaoke night for us and we had such an amazing night! Wow what a talented singer too! Thank you so much Lainey xx" -Heidi Grillo [Five Star Google Review]
"Absolutely Brilliant . Highly Recommend... Lainey, Katrina , Jayne and Pat are so friendly and Professional couldn’t do enough to make our night special xxxx πππ₯π₯πΎπΎππΌππΌ"-Pam Gordon [Facebook Recommendation]
Vox Stars Presents Star Inspirations Fringe show Reviews:
Kate Carey
I went along to the show last night to support a friend who was taking part and it was so much more than I expected. The range of singers was amazing. But more important was the feeling that all the performers were totally invested in each other. Willing each other on to their best performance. The final song, ‘Thank you for the music’ was extremely emotional. Brilliant feel good show. Well done everybody.
HEIDI GRILLO
I went to see Vox stars tonight to cheer on my Mum and had such a fantastic experience listening to all the talented singers. The feeling of them being invested in each others performance came over in waves and was so refreshing to see. A true musical family feel good show and a must see! Go Lainey and family!
Elena Guillaumin
An excellent 5 stars show highly recommended to everyone who likes music and wants to have a fab night out with family and friends! Great atmosphere, talented performers and super songs! You can also attend the show with your kids (5+). We attended on Monday and we booked Friday and Saturday shows as there are different performers and repertoire every single night. Worth seeing! We just loved it! Get yourself booked in you won't regret!
Rebecca Ainslie
Excellent 5 star show!! Seen Vox stars perform at the fringe last night. I was blown away by the range of talented singers. Was lovely seeing singers off all ages perform and the wee ones were adorable and just as talented. Had such a great night I am going again tonight and bringing my friends with me! If you haven’t already you definitely need to check out their fringe shows! Such a great night!
Ashley Skachill:
what a fantastic night held by Vox Stars!! Fantastic group of diverse singers and something for everyone, all very talented and the children were so adorable! Excellent dancing and amazing art work provided on stage! loved it so much I’m coming back again for another two shows! a lovely night showcasing the wonderful talents of edinburgh’s finest singers! A 5 star show!!
(Photo credit-Tracey Largue Photography)
Nigel Frayling-Kelly (Lecturer and First Study Vocal Coach- Edinburgh College):
“Lainey originally came to Jewel and Esk College (now Edinburgh College) for an audition as an enthusiastic teenager to study vocals on our NC Modern Musicianship course. After successfully achieving NC, HNC and HND levels of study with us she went on to complete two further years of study and achieve her honours degree in music, returning to us for a teaching placement in her 3rd year and to involve some of our students in research for her learning and teaching dissertation in her 4th year.
In the 5 years I’ve known her that youthful enthusiasm has never diminished and she’s focused her efforts on achieving the highest academic standards possible throughout. To watch how her technical proficiency, stagecraft and performance as a vocalist has steadily improved, and keeps improving, has been inspirational and the way in which she now applies her learning strategies and ability to take instruction, direction and mentoring to her own tuition role is precisely what any teaching professional would want of a former student. Lainey’s future is as bright as the colours in her hair!”
Lisa Lulis (First Study Lecturer and Vocal Instructor-Perth UHI):
“Ever since I have begun working with Elaine Hunter as a vocalist in the First Study module at Perth College UHI, she has consistently proven herself to be an extremely dependable, organised, conscientious, and committed student. Elaine is a “can-do” person; it is clear, as I have witnessed the products of her efforts, that she fearlessly challenges herself, and strives for perfection with acute attention to detail. In doing so, she has always maintained a professional attitude, which has made communicating with Elaine throughout her study with me easy and efficient. Lastly, in addition to all of these attributes, Elaine likes to help others, whether she is reaching out to support a peer or seeking out opportunities to contribute to a cause as either a singer or teacher/mentor.
Peter Jacobson-Founder & Director of Total Vocal Freedom:
"Lainey has been a valued member of the TVF Academy community since March (2017). Over that time I have come to know Lainey as someone who is warm, positive and passionate about the voice. She brings enthusiasm to everything she does and is constantly striving to improve herself as a singer and a teacher. Lainey combines a deep knowledge of what it takes to be a good singer along with a lovely personality that puts people at ease and helps them feel safe and comfortable. I give Lainey Hunter my highest recommendation and if you have the opportunity to learn from Lainey, consider yourself lucky!"
Emma Line, Drake Music Scotland:
"Elaine was a very friendly approachable person who fitted in very well in the short time she was at Drake Music Scotland. Elaine worked well with participants and staff alike during sessions and joined in with band sessions. She has a good manner and would work very well in this field. A pleasure to have her to visit and welcome back any time."
