"Jackie Maraya Griffin can break your heart with a song. What a voice!" - Connecticut Post
Welcome Singers & Dreamers! Jackie Maraya Griffin (aka "Miss Jackie) has performed in professional productions all around world. Beyond her professional performance career, she more than 20 years of teaching experience. She has had a passion for performing & teaching all of her life and believes singing is the language of the soul! Jackie offers career mentoring for beginners to professionals and aspiring vocal coaches! She focuses on deepening her students' awareness and mastery of:
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Jackie provides insight and career guidance for her students wanting to break into the industry, and mentors them along their journeys to becoming accomplished professional performers. Her teaching methods have evolved through many years of study with vocal masters in New York and Los Angeles such as Seth Riggs, Edward Sayegh, Danny Madden and Victoria Clark. Come in for an introductory lesson and see how Jackie Maraya Griffin can help you reach your fullest potential as an artist. Please click here to contact JMG Voice Studio for scheduling.
TESTIMONIALS & STAR CLIENTS
"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 | Circle in the Square Theater School, NYC
- Cassie Lopez Mimi, RENT California Youth Conservatory | Circle in the Square Theater School, NYC
"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 Iwas 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)
- Jackie Nguyen 1st National Tour - Miss Saigon Broadway Revival 2018 | (Kim) Miss Saigon: Macau, China
(BFA, Musical Theater, CSU Fullerton)
"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 & National Tour | Director - Samahan
- Michelle Camaya The Lion King Broadway & National Tour | Director - Samahan
"Miss 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
"I was 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
- Alyssa Lucero BA, Musical Theater & Opera - ASU | Vocal Coach
"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
"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
- Parent of Yael Chanukov BA, Musical Theater - University of Northern Colorado | Vocal Coach
“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 Miss Jackie! Top notch!”
- Parent of Abigail Estrella (Cindy Lou Who) The Grinch at The Old Globe Theatre | A3 Artists Agency
- Parent of Abigail Estrella (Cindy Lou Who) The Grinch at The Old Globe Theatre | A3 Artists Agency
"I was referred to Jackie about 2 years ago and it was one of the best recommendations we have received! Miss 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 Maraya Griffin 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
- Parent of Michael Davis
(Maui) Disney's Moana Jr. | Mufasa - The Lion King Jr. | 2x NYA Award Winner
"Our daughter, Melanie started voice lessons with Miss Jackie over 5 years ago. We saw a huge improvement not only with her vocal technique, but also her connection to her music and stage presence during these five years. Miss Jackie challenges her students to do their best and give their all."
- Parent of Melanie Jimenez
NYA National Champion- (Moana) Disney's Moana) |
Grand Champion - So You Think You've Got Talent San Diego
- Parent of Melanie Jimenez
NYA National Champion- (Moana) Disney's Moana) |
Grand Champion - So You Think You've Got Talent San Diego
"Our daughter has been going to Miss Jackie for almost 5 years and she has truly 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! We Love you!"
Parents of Ava Mendoza SDSCPA Student Artist | Zuri Talent Agency
Parents of Ava Mendoza SDSCPA Student Artist | Zuri Talent Agency
"In these last 3 years as a student of Miss Jackie, I’ve learned the importance on how to use my voice properly. I remember walking into her 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
- Josette Candelaria (Vanessa) In the Heights - SDSCPA Student Artist | Shamon Freitas Talent Agency