Testimonials

Before starting vocal coaching, I struggled to find the right notes and melodies on my guitar, and my singing felt a bit disconnected from the music. But something incredible happened after just a few sessions—the way I hear and create music has transformed.

I can now effortlessly find notes on the guitar that perfectly match the melodies in my head, and my singing feels more musical and expressive than ever.

This coaching has not only made me a better singer but also a more confident musician. I can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking to take their musicality to the next level!

I started with Paule aged 36, having spent a lifetime on guitar, writing and singing songs but with no vocal training. I’d been stumbling blind, listening to mixed feedback and uninformed advice.

This left me believing my otherwise obvious musical gifts extended to everything but singing. I felt cursed, ugly. I could bluff my way through a live performance through personality but couldn’t face recording.

Breakthroughs with Paule were immediate. I was stunned.

I regained the belief I was meant to sing. It was in my nature, just locked up from years of striving in the wrong direction, self-conscious and trying to force my way forward, uninformed.

After 1 year, people who know me and my music well are blown away at the change. I’ve got so much more to learn and unlock but I legitimately feel like a singer now.

Singing is vocal gymnastics. How far would you get if you got into gymnastics solo? Attempting back flips on a crash pad in your garage… You’d hurt yourself and wouldn’t get far.

Get a coach! In a hurry? Get a great coach! Invest in your primary instrument. Get in touch with Paule.

Since weekly sessions with Paule started 3 months ago, my singing has improved dramatically. Diaphragm and larynx control have been the key for me, Paule has managed to explain this through visual techniques and imagery examples that works for me as he knows that’s how my brain understands things. 

My vocal strength and range has significantly improved helping me get through back to back gigs.

I’d fully recommend any singer to take sessions with Paule.

Before joining RVR, I was seeking a space where I could learn proper singing techniques.

Ever since I started coaching sessions with Paule, my singing ability has improved rapidly. I’ve gained a newfound confidence, particularly in using proper techniques and engaging my diaphragm effectively.

Thanks to Paule’s guidance, I can now sing in ways I always aspired to, especially when hitting those challenging high notes. I feel much more comfortable and capable in my vocal performance.

I’m incredibly grateful for these sessions. Paule’s coaching not only has helped me record my music but also played a crucial role in shaping it into what it is today. His support was instrumental in securing funding from NZ On Air for their New Music Pan Asian grant. Paule’s expertise has been invaluable in my artistic journey, and I’m excited to continue my coaching development with him so that I can apply what I’ve learned in future projects.

From Paule: If you’re looking for a vocal coach that has a successful track record in preparing his singers to receive NZ On Air funding (three so far!), then look no further. Contact me today and let’s discuss your vocal and career goals.

“Before meeting Paule I’d been writing, recording and performing music for almost 8 years as a singer/rapper and producer. My singing was all self taught and when I noticed that during live shows I would find my voice losing strength and pitch as my set progressed I knew I wanted to find a coach that could help me to improve my vocal stamina and if possible improve my range.

I was looking for someone who was more than a singing teacher and could be an all-round vocal and performance coach. So when I found the RVR page I decided to reach out. I wasn’t sure what to expect but from the first few sessions, I was all in. Paule’s approach is super genuine and no BS which I rate highly, and most importantly, it works.

I’ve now been doing weekly sessions with Paule for 6 months now and I can genuinely say that I’ve had huge improvements in my vocal freedom, ease and ability to sing comfortably. This along with working on RVR breathing has improved my lyric delivery and stamina in studio and live. 

I’m excited to continue to work with Paule in 2024 and highly recommend anyone who wants to invest in their own vocal and performance growth to hit up Paule!”

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I had been singing since quite a young age, but it was something I hadn’t pursued as a potential career path alongside my other creative endeavours. That was, until I was given the opportunity for more major roles in musical theatre. I knew I had to up my game and actively sought out the best tutor I could find. After reading through reviews and watching some of the videos on the site, I decided to give Paule a try. I had never imagined that so much could be taught and put into practice in such a short space of time, and I had very little time to really get to grips with such a serious expansion of my vocal range and quality of sound. I had always struggled to reach the higher range without straining, and now can with ease.

There were inhibitions I knew existed, but had no idea just how deep they ran. After several weeks spent with Paule, I experienced a vocal breakthrough like no other. His vast expanse of knowledge on the mechanics are truly noteworthy. But far more than that, his ability to understand his student’s ways of learning, mental processing, and how to dig deeper so as to allow the release of whatever setbacks may have settled are absolutely phenomenal.

A huge part of the journey was learning how to give myself permission to project not only when in the role of a main character, but generally (I had always been very softly spoken).

About a month or two after I began with Paule, I auditioned for the role of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde in an original adaptation with musical numbers. I do not think I would have landed this role if it weren’t for Paule. He has helped me with the singing aspect ever step of the way and continues to inspire me to give it the best I can. The show has received most excellent feedback, and I have been approached by a number of people from the audience who were extremely complimentary of my voice and singing! 

I also find Paule’s sessions extremely therapeutic, and helpful in so many more ways than just the singing aspect (although that is the main). His mind movies, visual thinking stance (which he gaged I would benefit from the most almost immediately) and physical exercises all connect to allow for greater confidence and belief in the self, and understanding of how we can work with the voice to achieve the most desirable results.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Paule to anyone, whether a veteran or someone looking to take their passion for singing further! His absolute enthusiasm, commitment and support are all qualities that make his unique teaching style among the very best there are to offer!

Rapid Vocal Results is exactly what you get when you sign up with Paule.

I met Paule when I was on the lookout for a vocal coach with a difference. Someone who could take me to the next level. And Paule is that person.

In just three months my vocal range has improved, so has my breathing, placement and resonance. I can execute my varied repertoire of songs with ease. I can flow between jazz, pop, rock, R&B etc…

Paule uses unique and funny anecdotes and imagery which “stick” when I am out there singing. 

We have “RVR breakthrough moments” every so often and that is deeply rewarding.

Paule shares his indepth knowledge of the workings of the respiratory and vocal functions and communicates really well.

His scales and drills which seem endless are very effective!

It’s great to have Paule in my corner knowing I can call on him whenever I need to. 

Cher

After falling pregnant, I had formed vocal weakness due to my morning sickness and after 3 years of no improvement, I knew I needed to seek help to restore my vocals.

I came across RVR while searching for a coach that could get my vocals back on track quickly and efficiently.

Paule at RVR delivers clear and concise lessons that paint a detailed picture on how our vocals work and how to use them efficiently and effectively. After our first lesson we had already seen an improvement.

Paule delivers world class training and knowledge with ease while keeping the environment stress free and fun. If you are looking for a vocal coach, I highly recommend RVR.

I’d been to other vocal coaches but there always seemed to be something missing – until I found Paule from Rapid Vocal Results. 

Apart from an increased register, Paule helped me to achieve more resonance and greater freedom. 

When I had an upcoming gig and was still suffering from post laryngitis, I booked a session with Paule. It was like pouring oil on rusty cogs and I got through the entire performance without a hitch. 

Working with Paule helped pave the way to leaning into my passion as a singer songwriter. 

Performers channel energies, but it’s having the physical frameworks and the confidence in vulnerability to release that fully out in to the Universe. 

I’m proud to have Paule as part of my team.

Kōtare x

⁣I hired a world class vocal performance coach. It was a moment of courage. I couldn’t sing (that’s what I have believed for my whole life!).

But I became so curious, especially as I reflected on the spiritual “intelligence” I have received over the last three years.

I have had numerous people who don’t know me from all over the world, who have prayed and given me prophetic encouragement, sent me messages and words saying that I have a BIG powerful voice, that they see me SINGING, that I’m a great singer, that I will be leading a NEW Sound, speaking, entertaining, leading with my VOICE. ⁣It has become ridiculous how many people have said the same thing! ⁣

So I prayed about it and wondered whether this could this be true. It was always my total heart’s desire to sing! I decided to take the spiritual intel believing that I can sing and challenge this old belief I had that I COULD NOT SING.

I needed a professional though. Someone who trained REAL SINGERS, so I could discover whether I had any hope.

⁣To have it confirmed, professionally by an expert. To prove this correctly once and for all and let me find the very best vocal singing teacher in New Zealand. I decided I will have one session. He can tell me officially and professionally that my school teacher maybe was right, was there any truth in their words when they said that I can’t sing? ⁣If he were to say the same thing, I could finally accept that I was maybe impaired in this area of vocals. ⁣

My first session with my singing vocal coach, Paule Enso, was over 3 months ago. ⁣

Paule is highly intuitive and dug into the “why” I wanted to learn to sing. I’m suddenly tearful, spilling the beans with him, telling him about having to LIP SYNC my role as the Sea Witch at 11 in the little mermaid play. That my voice was bound and robbed at that moment when my schoolteacher said I couldn’t sing the role and would need to mime it. This was such an old story.

On our first session he asked me to sing for him. I suddenly felt the spotlight on me and was wishing for the TRAP DOOR to open now so I could escape this humiliating moment that I had SIGNED UP for. I sang gingerly, and it sounded absolutely terrible. My cheeks went red. I did it though. First steps. Sing bad so I can be taught.⁣

He encouraged me for being WILLING to be UNCOMFORTABLE also I could learn and grow. We have gone on to form a great coaching relationship. ⁣

He initially said on my third session it sounded like a constriction on my larynx⁣. Like when a python wraps and constricts around a throat. That the air was not able to hit my vocal cords at the right speed to release the sound. ⁣

As he took me through the exercises week by week, and he helped me develop my breath and opening of my vocal cords so we could get breath/air to hit my big thick vocal cords I was absolutely SHOCKED to hear the pure loud sound that came out of me. It felt like this freedom to breathe and sing and make this amazing sound through me. This is practically what restoring your voice looks like!

My voice coach told me that I have⁣ “BIG THICK VOCAL CORDS”⁣.

He excitedly told me “Bonnie, you have the raw vocal DNA potential to hit the MONEY NOTES”⁣.

This is the major C female singing voice that Grammy award artists such as ⁣Aretha Franklin and Mariah Carey possess! ⁣

On my tenth session he said it’s like someone who owns a V8 motorbike. It’s fast and powerful, but you need to learn how to ride it and control it so you don’t crash it. ⁣To learn the speed, tone of my voice, the foundational BREATH diaphragm set up, projection, pitch and most importantly to relax, “yawn”, and have my happy singer’s smile.⁣

Now I am taking FULL ownership for the sound of my voice and the message I sensed resting in the shadows. It was like searching in a dark attic for something that had been forgotten and stored away. ⁣

MY VOICE. ⁣Re-awakening to the sound of my own voice. Taking ownership of the SOUND that comes forth when I stand in the authority of my VOICE and SPEAK. ⁣It was a booming declaration.

I’m curious if this resonates for you? ⁣Have you wondered if you can LEARN HOW TO SING?⁣ Have you been ashamed to sing ⁣or publicly speak?

There’s so much to this and I’m looking forward to unpacking it more and help others dismantle their blocks and beliefs that are lies and holding them back from doing what could be most enjoyable!⁣

The best thing is when you sing did you know that it stimulates your pleasure centre in your BRAIN. Singing releases endorphins, serotonin and dopamine – the ‘happy’ chemicals that boost your mood and make you feel good about yourself.

It’s so awesome to have an experienced, knowledgeable coach to guide me step by step through this exciting journey of discovering my singing voice.

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If this story resonates with you and you want to discover the power, beauty and freedom of your own singing voice, call or message Paule here at Rapid Vocal Results, or email paule@rapidvocalresults.com.