JOANNA'S ARTIST TO COACH JOURNEY
Signing with Madonna & Touring the US & UK
First a session singer in London, then moved to LA, and in 1998 secured a record deal with Madonna's label, at Warner, and a publishing deal with Warner Chappell. I worked alongside Alanis Morissette and rock band Muse. I also toured America and did radio and TV in the UK sharing the bill with some legendary artists including DJ Tiesto, Seal and Daft Punk.
Modelling and Music Promotion
As part of my promotional tour, I was asked to model and interview for many music magazines, as well as for Vogue and Cosmopolitan. I got to tell my story of how I went from a girl who worked in a factory in England to being a signed artist in Hollywood!
Movie Song Placements
I've had the pleasure of having my songs placed in commercials, in movies and in the theater.
Live Performances & Music Videos
Performing on stage, in studios and in front of the camera. All very different, all very fun!
Progression to Vocal Coaching
While the experience of becoming a signed artist was an incredible one, I never truly had the desire (necessary) to be on stage front and center for the rest of my career.
I found I couldn't leave singing and songwriting, and collaborated in studios with other artists, helping established and up-and-coming artists fulfill THEIR potential.
So I made the switch! And now I work private sessions, classes, or on-set, to help artists who want more power, agility and authenticity in their writing and performances.
And I love it!
TESTIMONIALS
COMEDIAN/ACTOR
TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
SINGER/SONGWRITER
BILL BURR
- Star Wars-The Mandalorian, The King of Staten Island, Netflix/HBO Specials
I yell on stage! I need Joanna to keep me in shape! When I had to take on a character’s voice, it took a second to get used to using my voice in a booth and on set, rather than for stand-up on stage. She gave me the freedom to experiment without feeling like an idiot!
SINGER/SONGWRITER
TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
SINGER/SONGWRITER
AURA DIONE
- Universal Records
"She has an amazing ability to say exactly what I need to hear or to show me the right technique for a sound I'm going for. Joanna is the best teacher I've EVER had."
TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
JAMES MCKINLAY
- America's Got Talent, Lip Sync Battle, I Can See Your Voice,
"Working with Joanna on network TV music shows has been an absolute game-changer. Her experience as a performer/coach has been invaluable to me."
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
MAGGIE ROBERTSON
- Lady Dimitrescu
in Resident Evil Village
"I have been using my voice for years and Joanna still finds new ways to teach me about technique and craft. Her lessons challenge me to expand my story telling abilities and to continue to find my unique voice."
RAPPER/SINGER
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
PNB ROCK
- Atlantic Records
"The best.
Thanks a million, Joanna!"
ACTOR
VOICE-OVER ARTIST/SINGER
ACTOR
ANGEL PARKER
- The Dropout, The Rookie, Marvel's Runaways, American Crime Story
"Breath work, focus, shifting energy, vocal exercises. I like Joanna's holistic approach to using and caring for the voice. I trust I can deliver every time."
