"Jackie Maraya (Griffin) can break your heart with a song." - Connecticut Post
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Welcome to MarayaVoiceStudio.com!
My name is Jackie Maraya Griffin and I've performed in professional productions all around world. Beyond my professional performance career, I have more than 20 years of teaching experience. I've had a passion for performing & teaching all of my life. I believe singing is the language of the soul and I am excited to share my passion with you! I focus on deepening my students' awareness and mastery of:
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I provide insight and career guidance for my students, and mentor them along their journeys to becoming accomplished professional performers. My teaching methods have evolved through many years of study with vocal masters in New York and Los Angeles such as Edward Sayegh, Danny Madden and Victoria Clark.
I invite you to come in for an introductory lesson and see how I can help you reach your fullest potential as an artist. Please contact me for scheduling.
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"Miss Jackie is an amazing teacher to work with personally and professionally! Her techniques have really improved both my voice and breathing, and even now having taken lessons with teachers all over New York City, what I've learned from Miss Jackie has been the most beneficial to my vocal health and performance." - Cassie Lopez Mimi - RENT California Youth Conservatory | Student Artist, Circle in the Square Theater School, NYC |
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"Jackie is like a big sister to me. She's my mentor and inspiration. Everything attributed to musical theatre, all of my roles, my move to New York and my career, I owe to her. When I was 16, she gave me a voice lesson that introduced Miss Saigon and the world of theatre to me. I had never even seen a musical, let alone could picture myself doing it. All of her advice, I've taken and ran with it --she believed in me fully. She is a warrior, an angel, and has been the driving force of why I'm able to call myself an artist."
- Jackie Nguyen 1st National Tour - Miss Saigon Broadway Revival 2018 | Kim - Miss Saigon: Macau, China (BFA, Musical Theater, CSU Fullerton) |
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"I adore every lesson with Jackie! I feel very comfortable with her teaching style, as she adjusts to every student to bring out their very best. I only hope to channel her voice and sunshine when I sing. Her guidance is spot on and her honesty only encourages awareness and growth." - Michelle Camaya The Lion King Broadway | Assistant Director & Choreographer - Samahan |
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"Jackie is a very positive and encouraging teacher who is able to get her students to a totally different level of excellence... She is an amazing voice teacher and person who changed the life of my daughter and our whole family." - Parent of Yael Chanukov BA, Musical Theater - University of Northern Colorado | Vocal Coach |
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"I've been a student with Miss Jackie for three years. In those three years alone, I learned so much about my craft and Miss Jackie inspired me to pursue my love of Musical Theater. Every lesson was a new experience and an incredibly fun one! She encouraged me to audition for plays, musicals, and to take dance classes, which led me to pursuing my Bachelors Degree in Musical Theater performance at Arizona State. I could honestly say that without the encouragement and love that Miss Jackie put into my voice lessons I would not have had the drive to do what I love. Miss Jackie is an incredible voice teacher because she nurtures every student’s dreams and enables them to grow. I am so lucky to have had her as my voice teacher."
- Alyssa Lucero, BA, Musical Theater & Opera - ASU | Vocal Coach |
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“Outstanding vocal and performance coach! Teaches foundational techniques that stand the test of time, and will certainly help our daughter extend both her vocal range and stamina as she matures in the performing arts. No hesitation in recommending Maraya Voice Studio. Top notch!” - Parent of Abigail Estrella Cindy Lou Who - The Grinch at The Old Globe Theatre | A3 Artists Agency |
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"Our daughter started voice lessons with Miss Jackie almost 5 years ago. We saw a huge improvement not only with her voice technique, but also her connection to her music during these five years. Miss Jackie challenges her students to do their best and give their all." - Parent of Melanie Jimenez Moana - Disney's Moana, Jr. | Grand Champion - So You Think You've Got Talent San Diego |
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"I was referred to Maraya Voice Studio about 2yrs ago and it was one of the best recommendations we have received. Jackie, my children's vocal coach, goes above and beyond in her instruction. My boys learn vocal techniques, audition prep, acting, stage presence and so much more. They enjoy each lesson with her and always leave encouraged and more confident in their ability to perform. I would recommend Jackie and Maraya Voice Studio to anyone who is looking to enhance their vocal and performance skills."
- Parent of Michael Davis Maui - Disney's Moana Jr. | Mufasa - The Lion King Jr. | 2x NYA Award Winner |
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"Jackie Maraya Griffin was one of the kindest singing teachers I ever had. When you become one of Jackie's students, you not only become her student, but you become a part of her family. Jackie was always very patient with me. Through her patience and ability to pin point the weakest points in my vocal register, she not only showed me how to broaden my register, but taught me how to control my voice. I would recommend Jackie to any person who has the passion to sing because she's only going to make your voice better and better." - Anais Lund, Scholar Artist - Coronado School of the Arts | Vocal Coach |
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"Ms. Jackie helped to define and put to action my goals as a vocalist. Ms. Jackie was able to identify and strengthen my weaker areas. Her student showcases gave me great confidence as a singer. Ms. Jackie has a great deal of knowledge and insight to give when it comes to performance. She is definitely on my list of people who I credit, acknowledge, and thank for where I am as an artist today."
- Jazmine Rodgers Lead Singer - Liquid Blue Band | Grand Champion - Campus Superstar, San Diego |
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"Our daughter has been going to Maraya Voice Studio for over 4 years, and Jackie has helped Ava tremendously. Ava has landed lead roles in several local theater shows, and has been a finalist in local and national singing competitions. MVS is a part of everything for her. Thank you Jackie for being an amazing vocal coach and mentor to our daughter!" - Parents of Ava Mendoza SDSCPA Student Artist | Zuri Talent Agency |
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"In these last 3 years as an MVS student, I’ve learned the importance on how to use my voice properly. I remember walking into Miss Jackie’s studio for the first time, I felt blessed and inspired being coached by another Filipina! I could tell she truly cared about my well-being and vocal health. She evaluated my voice so I understood what I needed to practice at home for continued growth. I learned beneficial knowledge about my voice with great support from her. I appreciate Miss Jackie so much for guiding me in my performing arts career."
- Josette Candelaria Vanessa “In the Heights” - SDSCPA Student Artist | Shamon Freitas Talent Agency |