Seth's Testimonials
"I want to thank Seth for helping me build a strong connection into the gospel sound and ranges. (No strain and no pain, honey.) We're moving with a new vocal, mental and physical health. Thank you for all those warm-ups for my Unforgettable, Take a Look, and Holly and the Ivy albums."
Natalie Cole Singer
"When
the tracks are hot, sweetening and balance still to consider,
and release dates pending, there is precious little time to accommodate
an artist's vocal indisposition. It has been my experience that myriad
problems such as vocal fatigue, lack of control, and diminishing vocal
quality can be overcome or eliminated by a solid, knowing, practical
vocal technique. Seth Riggs has an uncanny ability to prepare vocalists
so that there is little time lost to the usual vocal problems."
Quincy Jones Producer/Arranger
"Expanding my voice and taking it to new operatic levels has meant a
lot of diligent study, but the result has been phenomenally rewarding.
My fans embrace my performances of the arias I have added to my concerts,
and I am currently in the process of recording an entire album of classic
tenor arias. Seth's instruction has been invaluable to me - the extended
ease and ranges of my voice, and the quality of my opera singing have
vastly improved. I am deeply grateful to him."
Michael Bolton Singer/Songwriter
"I
first met Seth after corrective surgery. My bad vocal habits had caught
up with me, and I was forced to find a more correct way to sing. That
was 23 years ago. Today, I still experiment with many different vocal
styles and qualities, and the muscular freedom to do that is the result
of my work with Seth. I slip occasionally, but Seth is always there
to rebalance my voice. He has been my only voice teacher."
Stevie Wonder Producer/Recording Artist/Singer
"When he believes in your vocal ability, he is relentless
in making sure you never back away from your full potential.- instilling
confidence is the true gift of a great teacher. Because of Seth Riggs,
I'm meeting any vocal challenge I've ever want to - I'm relaxed and
having so much fun."
Kim Basinger Actor
"Singing
jazz means a great many syncopated rhythms and a wide range of pitches.
Over the years I'd picked up some bad vocal habits which began to
cause vocal strain and fatigue. In other words, I'd begun to "trash"
my voice. By helping me take pressure off my chest range and getting
into my head coordination, Seth Riggs contributed a relaxation and,
ultimately, a better longevity for my career."
Al Jarreau Recording Artist/Singer
"A
great many voice teachers, in their effort to teach a workable vocal
technique, take away a singer's style and the individuality that established
his career in the first place. A great teacher is able to direct a
singer toward a healthier, more extensive use of his voice without
losing that special quality that sets him apart. Seth Riggs is such
a teacher. His assistance on my albums ET, Thriller, Bad, Dangerous
and HIStory and his traveling with me on the 1988 World Tour, continues
to confirm my confidence in this approach."
Michael Jackson Producer/Recording Artist/Singer