”Frédérique is a one of a kind teacher. Incredible  ears, incredible artist, and just an incredible person. She is truly invested in her students, and is the perfect balance of supportive and challenging. I highly recommend working with her. Anytime spent with Frédérique Vézina is time well spent. 10 out of 10 recommend!!!” 

Charlotte Siegel, Soprano & Member of the Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio

"Frédérique was my top choice when finding a teacher at the University of Toronto to work with during my masters degree. From just a one-hour trial lesson with her I knew that she would be the right fit for me. Frédérique empowers her students by supplying them with a well-rounded toolkit of physiological knowledge as well as artistic skills to fall back on in their own practice. Frédérique’s teaching was incredible even through a year of Zoom lessons and I would leave each lesson feeling confident in my abilities. I have enjoyed every lesson and coaching that I have had with Frédérique and am hoping to continue working with her in the coming years to further improve my technique and achieve my career dreams with her as my mentor!"

Rhian Merritt, Soprano & M.Mus student (UofT) 

”Frédérique, or Freddie as I call her, has been an incredible teacher and mentor to me over the last few years. She has seen me through the development of my voice from student to young artist and has had tools for every obstacle that has come my way. Ultimately, she has a deep understanding of the singer's psyche, and always creates a brave space for learning, making mistakes, and achieving success.” 

Daevyd Pepper, Tenor & Alumnus of Calgary Opera's Emerging Artists Program & Vancouver Opera's Yulanda M. Faris Young Artists Program

”Frédérique is that teacher who clearly understands her student like a book. Being with her for 7 years now, I could tell the difference and the improvement of not only my technical approach to singing but also the interpretative approach which is key to make your music come to life. Frédérique is not only one of the best teachers, but she is also the most amazing mother, friend and life advisor anyone could get. She challenges and gives amazing advice to her students, which is evident from all the professionals who are now successful who have worked with her. I am thankful for her guidance and support throughout my professional development and I look forward to further develop my skills with her for many more years to come! ” 

Danlie Rae Acebuque, Baritone & Member of University of Toronto Opera School

 "In my short time studying with Frédérique I have gained a deeper understanding of my abilities as a singer. 

Her calm and detailed work always allows me to feel empowered and not overwhelmed.”

Jonelle Sills, Soprano & Alumnus of Vancouver Opera’s Yulunda M. Faris Young Artist Program & CBC’s 30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians under 30  

“Frédérique is the kind of teacher, artist, and mentor who makes singing so magical and gratifying, though, at the same time, she enlightens you with a detailed and down-to-earth approach to understanding your instrument. I was incredibly lucky and blessed to have studied with Frédérique since my early stages of singing and she has been there for each significant milestone of my journey as a developing young singer. Over the many years spent with Frédérique, she has challenged me, steadily encouraged me, and most importantly, she created a safe space for me to go back to, where I can bravely make mistakes and question anything and everything as a developing artist. Time with Frédérique is rewarding and pleasurable!”

Yujene Oh, Mezzo-soprano  & Alumna of Vancouver Opera’s Yulunda M. Faris Young Artist Program

”I had very little understanding of my own instrument until I started working with Frederique. She has given me the tools to problem solve when I’m having an “off day” vocally. I used to think everything was left up to chance, somedays are good days and some days aren’t. Freddie helped me understand that I have the tools to turn a bad vocal day around and taught me how to use them. I’m a more consistent singer and a much better teacher to my own students because of my time with her.”

Gwendolyn Yearwood, Soprano & Voice Teacher

“Frédérique Vézina is an incredible educator! She is able to clearly guide students in their discovery of their own instrument, is extremely knowledgeable about the mechanics of the voice and achieves a wonderful balance between approaching repertoire from a technical and artistic perspective. She challenges students, is supportive, committed and encouraging. I would not be where I am as an artist, or as an individual, if it were not for my work with her.”

Roanna Kitchen, Soprano & M.Mus student (UofT)