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Master Your Craft
Training for narrators, voice actors, singers, and content creators who want to master their craft—taught by someone with 80+ audiobooks, a doctorate in voice, and 30+ years of stage and studio experience.
You don't need another generic online course taught by someone with minimal real-world experience.
You need training from someone who's actually done it—professionally, repeatedly, successfully.
I've narrated 80+ audiobooks. Not 5. Not 10. Eighty.
I hold a D.M.A. in Voice Performance. Not a weekend certification. A doctorate.
I've performed professionally for 30+ years. Opera stages to heavy metal bands to meditation studios to audiobook recording booths.
I've taught at the university level. I know how to teach, not just perform.
Now I teach others to do what I do—whether that's narrating audiobooks, delivering professional voice-over, singing with proper technique, or setting up a studio that actually works.
If you're ready to learn from someone who's walked the path, not just read about it—welcome to Raven's Gate Academy.
Who This Is For
Aspiring audiobook narrators wanting to break into the industry
Voice actors looking to expand into audiobooks or improve technique
Authors considering self-narration to save costs and add personal touch
Podcasters and content creators wanting better vocal presence
Singers (classical or contemporary) seeking professional voice training
Anyone building a home studio and confused by the tech
Voice professionals wanting to level up their craft
Training Services
From one-on-one coaching to certification programs, find the training format that fits your goals and learning style.
Learn from someone who's actually narrated 80+ audiobooks
Private Coaching (One-on-One)
- • Single session (90 min): $150-200
- • 4-session package: $550-700
- • 8-session intensive: $1000-1200
- • Audition coaching: $75-100 per audition
Author Self-Narration Training
- • Consultation (60 min): $125-150
- • 4-session training: $500-650
- • Full production support: $1500-2500
Character Voice Development
- • Single session (60 min): $125-175
- • 4-session package: $450-600
- • Manuscript prep: $200-300
Professional VO technique from 30+ years performance training
Commercial Voice-Over Coaching
- • VO Foundations (4 sessions): $500-700
- • Demo reel coaching: $300-500
- • Audition coaching: $100-150 per session
- • Advanced VO (4 sessions): $600-800
Podcast & Content Creator Voice
- • Single session (60 min): $125-175
- • 3-session package: $350-450
Classical training meets contemporary application—D.M.A. level instruction
Classical Voice Lessons
- • Single lesson (60 min): $100-150
- • 4-lesson package (monthly): $380-550
- • 8-lesson package: $720-1000
- • Audition intensive (3 sessions): $350-500
Contemporary/Pop/Rock Coaching
- • Single lesson (60 min): $100-150
- • 4-lesson package: $380-550
- • Recording session coaching: $150-250
Vocal Health & Maintenance
- • Workshop (90 min): $150-200
- • Private consultation: $125-175
Learn the tech side from years of professional experience
Home Studio Setup
- • Studio consultation (90 min): $150-250
- • Complete setup (3 sessions): $450-650
- • Troubleshooting session: $100-150
Logic Pro X Training
- • Logic basics (90 min): $150-200
- • Complete training (4 sessions): $550-700
- • Custom template creation: $200-300
Audio Editing & Mastering
- • Editing essentials (90 min): $150-200
- • Complete course (4 sessions): $550-700
- • Project-specific coaching: $200-300
What Makes Raven's Gate Academy Different
Not theory. Not outdated experience from 20 years ago. Active, current professional work.
- • Currently narrating audiobooks (80+ completed, more in progress)
- • Currently doing voice-over work
- • Currently performing and teaching
- • Currently running a publishing company
I teach what I do. Every day. Right now.
This isn't a weekend certification course.
- • D.M.A. in Voice Performance from Florida State University
- • 30+ years professional performance experience
- • University-level teaching experience
- • Military precision and discipline (US Army Bands)
You're learning from someone with the highest level of vocal training available.
Nobody else has this specific combination:
- • Classical vocal training (opera, art song)
- • Contemporary performance (rock, metal, folk)
- • Audiobook narration expertise (80+ books)
- • Commercial voice-over experience
- • Meditation teaching (authentic calm delivery)
- • Studio technology expertise
- • Publishing industry knowledge
I won't tell you you're great if you're not. I won't sell you false hope.
- • Honest assessment of your potential
- • Direct feedback on what needs improvement
- • Clear guidance on whether this career path makes sense
- • No sugar-coating, no hand-holding, no participation trophies
If you want someone to coddle you, this isn't the place. If you want to actually improve, welcome.
It's not just about vocal technique. It's about building a career.
- • How to find work and get hired
- • Rate negotiation and contracts
- • Marketing yourself effectively
- • Time management and workflow
- • Financial sustainability
- • Building long-term career
I teach the business side because technique alone won't pay your bills.
To be clear, this isn't for everyone:
- ✗ Hobbyists looking for casual fun
- ✗ People expecting overnight success
- ✗ Those unwilling to practice between sessions
- ✗ People wanting constant validation
- ✗ Those expecting a 'secret trick'
There isn't one—it's technique + practice + persistence.
Payment Terms
Pay per session OR purchase packages (packages save money). Payment due before session.
Payment in full upon enrollment. Payment plans available for courses over $500 (3-month installments).
• All payments are non-refundable once training begins (you're paying for my time and expertise)
• Rescheduling policy: 24-hour notice required or session is forfeit
• Student discounts (20%) available for high school and college students on classical voice lessons only
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. I work with complete beginners through experienced professionals. Your starting point determines which training format makes sense.
No. I teach technique, business strategy, and industry knowledge. Your success depends on your talent, work ethic, and persistence. I'll give you the tools—you have to use them.
Yes. All coaching is via Zoom unless you're local and prefer in-person.
Group workshops and self-paced courses are more affordable entry points. I occasionally offer limited sliding scale spots for classical voice students. But I don't discount professional training—you're paying for decades of expertise.
Depends entirely on your starting point, natural ability, and practice dedication. Some students book their first audiobook within months. Others need a year or more. There's no set timeline.
For coaching: Just a decent microphone and quiet space to record practice. I'll guide you on upgrading as needed. For professional work: We'll cover that in studio setup training.
Direct, honest, rigorous. I praise what's working and correct what's not. If you need constant validation, this isn't the right fit. If you want to actually improve, you'll thrive here.
Ready to Level Up Your Voice?
Whether you're breaking into audiobook narration, improving your voice-over skills, training your singing voice, or setting up your studio—let's work together.
You bring the dedication. I'll bring 80+ audiobooks of experience, a doctorate in voice, and 30+ years of professional training.
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