The Academy at Boulder Voice Lessons
A Premium Vocal Training Program Led by Joshua South
The Academy at Boulder Voice Lessons is a semester-based vocal training program designed for serious singers at any level who want to grow their technique, musicianship, and performance skills.
Led by master teacher and seasoned performer Joshua South, the Academy provides students with a structured curriculum, personalized weekly lessons, and a focus on real-world performing skills.
This isn’t just about learning how to sing a song — it’s about learning how to communicate artistic choices clearly and powerfully, so that every performance connects with your audience.
Meet Your Instructor: Joshua South
With more than two decades of international performing experience, Joshua South has appeared at Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, Lincoln Center, and The White House. His career includes collaborations with artists like Paul McCartney, 50 Cent, Kelsey Grammer, and many others across classical, contemporary, and commercial styles.
Joshua has recorded for film and video game soundtracks, sung under world-class conductors and directors, and now brings that same high standard of artistry into the teaching studio. His students range from absolute beginners to working professionals.
Whether you're preparing for auditions, college programs, or just wanting to sing with more ease and authenticity, Josh helps you build a reliable technique rooted in healthy vocal production and expressive musicianship.
What Is The Academy?
The Academy at Boulder Voice Lessons is more than a weekly lesson. It’s a full-service vocal training program that supports each singer’s unique path.
Every Academy student receives:
A reserved weekly private lesson time
Customized curriculum based on your goals and experience
World Class Conservatory-level technique training
Ongoing performance and repertoire coaching
Skill-building in musicianship, theory, and sight-singing
Instruction in piano, guitar, or ukulele integration
Whether you're training for a role, prepping for auditions, or building confidence in your voice, the Academy creates a space for focused progress.
Join the Waitlist for Spring 2026 Lessons – Secure Your Spot Early!
What Makes Boulder Voice Lessons Different?
End-of-Semester Recitals
Students perform in professionally produced recitals at some of Boulder’s most popular performance venues, including eTown Hall, Roots Music Project, The Spark Theater, the Canyon Theater at the Boulder Public Library, Dog House Music Studios, and many more to come. High-quality video and audio recordings are available for portfolios, college applications, or personal growth.
Audition and College Prep
From middle school choirs to competitive college programs, Josh helps students succeed in high-stakes audition environments through focused preparation, mock auditions, and targeted training in areas like sight-singing and ear training.
Creative Workshops and Studio Meetups
Supplemental sessions include:
Songwriting workshops
Music production training (Logic/Ableton)
Performance workshops and feedback sessions
These small-group opportunities build community and expand each student’s toolkit.
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Boulder Voice Lessons Testimonials
“It can be hard to know what to look for in a teacher. Josh embodies everything we needed as we looked for the next step (son has been taking for 9 years working with teachers locally and in NYC). First and foremost Josh provides a focus on vocal cord health, then helps you identify and love your tone and range while helping you grow it. For a male singer going through voice change, it can be as difficult emotionally as it is physically learning to sing again. Josh patiently helps male students relearn the shapes and sounds while helping regain their confidence (using technique and songs). We highly recommend Josh to anyone looking to work technique or up your game for professional gigs or college auditions.”
“Josh is a really amazing teacher! He is very knowledgeable, thoughtful, and patient, and I have seen immense progress in my few months of working with him. As a shy singer I was initially a little intimidated of singing in front of people, but Josh has a gift for creating a relaxed and safe singing environment. I am excited to see where my voice will be in a year or so! I would highly recommend Josh as a voice teacher.”
“My daughter loves her voice and piano lessons with Josh and has grown so much. It’s really inspiring for her to work with a professional singer and we even got to watch him perform with the Colorado Opera. He’s fun, patient, and she looks forward to each lesson. Josh is a true master of his craft and we highly recommend working with him.”
“Boulder Voice Lessons is AMAZING! How did we get so lucky to get Josh in our little town! Josh is so talented at teaching his technique. He is patient and so smart. He has a true method to his teaching always with growth in mind for the students. Everything he teaches is with purpose. My daughter has learned more in 2 months then in all the years she has studied piano and voice! Thanks Josh!”
Joshua South, Boulder Voice Lessons Owner
A Note from Josh
Hi, I’m Joshua South — founder, lead teacher, and full-time owner behind Boulder Voice Lessons.
I love to teach music. Every lesson is an opportunity for both the student and the teacher to discover something new about the voice. With more than 1,000 lessons taught each year, I’ve had the privilege of watching students transform—not just vocally, but personally.
The Academy has been a joy to build. It continues to grow each semester, and I’m proud of the incredible progress so many singers have made here.
If you have questions, I’d love to hear from you.
Feel free to reach out anytime.