Denielle B.
Denielle B.
Location:
Keele and Dundas
(Virtual/Travels)
Languages:
English
Education:
Denielle is truly one of the most unique and powerful artists on the performing/recording scene today.
Since her return to Canada from Switzerland, where she was performing her unique style of jazz/electro-swing/pop, Denielle has completed her Bachelors of Music from Humber College, released three original albums, was Juno nominated in 2024 and won the grand prize in the John Lennon Song Competition with 7 songs reaching the finalist spot.
With a gentle yet passionate approach, Denielle has guided singers from children to adults, towards success in auditions and professional roles. Whether preparing for entry into music schools or securing roles in theatre, commercials, tv shows and live showcases, spanning pop, folk and r&b, she tailors teaching to each unique voice.
“No two voices are the same, which is why my approach is deeply personal and intuitive”, she explains. “My goal is to unlock the voice that is already there.”
At the heart of her method is tension release, an essential step in allowing the voice to open naturally. “It’s incredible how freeing the voice becomes when we identify and let go of tension. If it feels good, it sounds good.”
Denielle’s teaching goes beyond technique; she embraces a holistic approach, helping students connect with their bodies and voices on a deeper level ensuring confidence, growth and authenticity in their performance.
Denielle works with her students in a kind and thoughtful way. If a teaching style does not work for you, she will work with you to find one that does. Studying with Denielle will help you find and improve upon the full range of your singing voice.
Denielle has the keen ability to meet me where I am at, suss out what the issue is, and with the deftness of a surgeon, further meet me where I am to fix it. This is key because as a person who has built up so many habits over the years - some of them detrimental - getting through to me in just the right way can be a tough task. Denielle finds a way. She always does. And she finds it in a compelling, effective, lasting way that stays and sticks and benefits me in noticeable ways that gives me a voice I am actually proud to have. I feel armed and bolstered now, because I truly am, thanks to her.
Denielle Bassels has been my voice teacher since 2016. I cannot say enough good things about her. She is truly a voice teacher sent from heaven. She is patient, innovative and effective. Before meeting Denielle, I only had my chest voice. She helped me find my head tone and helped increase my upper range by 7 semitones. I consider that a miracle, as other teachers had written me off as "born this way" when I couldn't reach higher notes. It is my 9th year working with Denielle and she still has new things to teach me. When I couldn't sing a certain note, she would always find alternative ways to help me achieve my goal. I am so glad I found her. It is always a pleasure going to my lessons with her because she has such a warm and pleasant personality. I would highly recommend her for anyone who wants to become a better singer.