Dan Gardner

Hey Everybody! 

My name is Dan and I enjoy helping my clients achieve their vocal goals and artistic dreams.

I'm the winner of “Today’s Superstar” a highly rated television singing competition series created by American Idol Executive Producers, Warner Brother Records and the Today Show. This win has allowed me to perform on television and radio as well as concert stages all over the world. I've worked and recorded with Warner Brother Records Grammy Award winning producer and songwriter David Foster as well as award winning producer songwriter Kevin Kendrick who was Madonna's Music Director on her Blond Ambition Tour. I've worked in the music industry for many years and have quite a bit of experience working with artist on their vocals, music arranging, writing and producing. 

I'm currently accepting new vocal clients. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds and music levels including those who may just be beginning voice to those who are professional recording and concert artists. I've been coaching and performing for over 22 years. I received my Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance degree from Eastern Mennonite University.
If you are interested in private professional lessons to grow as a musician, to become a better performer and vocalist, or because you simply enjoy the creative process, please come see me.

REVIEWS FROM ANOTHER LESSON PLATFORM

Armun *****
Online Sessions
Dan is worth every penny. As someone who has wanted to hear myself sing (really sing) for two decades, I'm so glad I've trusted Dan to get me started. I felt comfortable from lesson 1, and I have seen progress after each end every session. I can't recommend him enough.
Posted July 11, 2025

Josh *****
Online Sessions
Dan is extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and accommodating as an instructor. By far the best vocal coaching experience I have had!
Posted Jul 10, 2025

Sowbarnika *****
Online
Dan is an excellent vocal coach! There's no question that he'll will get you to where you want to be with your voice. He's extremely patient and is great at identifying an individual's strength and cultivating that to make you a better overall performer/storyteller. He is so easy and fun to work with and really goes out of his way to encourage you to follow your goals. Personally, he's helped me realize that a career in music is a real option and the many possibilities I have in order to pursue it. With his guidance I've been able to kickstart many projects. Overall, he's a great mentor and coach to help you achieve your goals. 10/10 recommend!
Posted June 15, 2025

Adam *****
Online Sessions
Our first lesson was great - Dan did a really good job of making me feel comfortable and creating a supportive space.
Posted June 10, 2025

Drew *****
Online Sessions
Dan is literally amazing. This was more fulfilling than I ever imagined. I’ve been training with Dan for a little over a year now and not only has my voice grown but I've grown as a person as well. No joke, he truly has become my weekly rock and his voice lessons and advice are something I look forward to every week. It's really inspiring to have people that I know come up to me after a performance and tell me that they can hear my voice getting stronger. I’ve never felt more empowered. He’s the real deal and genuinely life changing.
Posted May 18, 2025

Celvia *****
Online Sessions
I love Dan. I have taken singing lessons before but he is by far the best teacher I have ever had. He wants me to be my best and will do whatever it takes to get me there. It has only been 5 weeks but I feel I have gone farther than I have ever been with any other teacher.
Posted May 7, 2025

Mark *****
Online Sessions
Fantastic first lesson!
Posted May 5, 2025

Aiden *****
Online Sessions
My son has been taking lessons with Dan since 2020. Dan has been a kind, consistent teacher. Aiden has gone from singing as part of a chorus to confidently singing solos in front of large groups. Working with Dan has given my son enormous confidence on stage.
Posted May 2, 2025

Robert *****
Online Sessions
Outstanding vocal instructor. Genuine. Extremely professional. Tracks your progress. I don't feel like just another student. Coaches on all aspects of singing...performance, pitch, quality of tone, story telling. I would recommend Dan to anyone who is serious about improving their singing and performance.
Posted Apr 24, 2025

Betsy *****
Online Sessions
I have been working with Dan for months, and I am so, so pleased with his work as an instructor. First, the proof is in the pudding. My voice is stronger and I have a wider range. Second, I take lessons purely for personal enjoyment and Dan enhances the fun of singing - he's warm and encouraging while still taking my voice and my goals seriously. You won't find a better instructor!
Posted Apr 19, 2025

Zach Edelstein *****
Online Sessions
Dan is extremely patient and has a deep understanding of the human voice, which he communicates very well. Dan completely changed my approach to singing and his exercises and coaching greatly improved my ability to use my diaphragm and engage my vocal chords. There is no comparison in the quality of my singing when I started compared to now. As a guitar player, I wanted to be able to train my voice to complement my playing. He helped me go from a beginner who was always nervous about singing, to feeling comfortable singing in front of others.
Posted March 27, 2025

Brian *****
Online Sessions
I am a few lessons into learning to sing with Dan! He has done an incredible job of getting me to think about different parts of my voice that I normally don't engage with, and think about pitch, tone, breath, etc. Super helpful as I try to get off the ground in my singing journey. Looking forward to more lessons!
Posted Feb 22, 2025

Astin *****
Online Sessions
Dan is a great teacher. He helped me increase my vocal range and strengthen my technique in the last couple of month. He is really good at giving you detailed instructions and catering to your abilities. I wholeheartedly recommend Dan.
Posted Feb 3, 2025

Bel *****
Online Sessions
Great lessons, learned so much!
Posted Jan 13, 2025

Daniel *****
Online Sessions
Dan is a great teacher! I'm new to singing and he is helpful and patient with me!
Posted Dec 10, 2024

Ashleigh *****
Online Sessions
Awesome coach! Fun and knowledgeable!
Posted Dec 5, 2024

Becoming a strong vocalist and performer takes a lot of hard work, but I promise you we will have fun along the way. My unique style of teaching brings out the best in my clients. I tailor my music sessions to fit you specifically. Through proper training we will improve your range, ear, pitch, tone and coloring. You will learn how to deliver a strong performance organically while using proper vocal technique. You will become the vocalist and performer you want to be. I look forward to us working together to achieve your goals.