Spotlight Voice Academy

Find your voice. Build your confidence.

Spotlight Voice Academy offers personalized vocal instruction in a welcoming, encouraging environment. Whether you are discovering your voice, preparing for an audition or looking to grow as a performer, our experienced instructors will help you develop healthy technique and sing with greater confidence. Formerly Effervescent Voice Academy, Spotlight Voice Academy continues Amy Eitemiller-Morrison’s vision of helping every singer discover their healthiest, most authentic voice.

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Voice Lessons Designed Around You

Every singer brings different goals, experiences and strengths to the lesson room. Our instructors meet you where you are and help you build the skills to move forward.

Clients may work on:

  • Healthy vocal technique
  • Breath support and control
  • Vocal range and flexibility
  • Confidence and performance skills
  • Audition or performance preparation
  • Musical interpretation and storytelling
  • Songs and styles that interest them

No matter your experience level, you will receive thoughtful instruction in a supportive environment where you can learn, experiment and grow.

Choose Your Lesson Format

Private Voice Lessons

Private lessons offer focused, one-on-one instruction tailored to your voice and goals. Sessions are available in 30-, 45- or 60-minute formats for vocalists ages 10 and older. Younger clients may participate by invitation.

During your Initial Fit Lesson, we will learn more about your interests, goals and schedule before pairing you with a primary instructor. Clients may also schedule lessons with other available Spotlight Voice Academy instructors for added flexibility and a fresh perspective.

Schedule Your Initial Fit Lesson

Semi-Private Lessons

Learn alongside one or two other singers during a 45-minute semi-private lesson. These sessions are ideal for students who want to work on duets, build confidence with others or share the experience with a friend or family member.

Each singer receives individualized attention while learning in a collaborative setting.

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Group Voice Lessons

Grow your voice alongside other singers in a supportive group setting. These 45-minute lessons combine expert instruction with opportunities to build technique, confidence and performance skills together.

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What to Expect

Your instructor will begin by checking in and helping you feel comfortable. From there, you may move through vocal warm-ups, technique exercises and songs selected around your interests and goals.

Together, you and your instructor will identify what feels natural, work through areas that need attention and discover how different choices influence your sound. You may polish current music, revisit familiar songs or begin something new.

Most importantly, you will leave with practical tools, a clearer understanding of your voice and greater confidence in using it.

Meet the Instructors

Mo is an expressive storyteller who loves how music and singing bring people together. She has performed with numerous groups on stages ranging from Sioux Falls to Carnegie Hall in New York City.

Mo remains active in the regional music, theatre and performance community and also spends time in Vermilion as an adjunct vocal professor at the University of South Dakota. She also plays electric bass and enjoys traveling, discovering new places and trying the food and drinks found along the way

Whitney is an award-winning actor and director who believes every person has a unique voice worth discovering. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in acting from Regent University, is a collective member with Good Night Theatre Collective and serves as producing coordinator with Monstrous Little Theatre Company.

Drawing on her performance and directing experience, Whitney creates a supportive environment where singers can develop healthy vocal technique, express themselves authentically and build confidence. Whether she is onstage, behind the scenes or in the lesson room, Whitney loves helping people unlock their creativity and tell their stories through their voice.

Continuing Amy’s Vision

Spotlight Voice Academy proudly carries forward the work of Effervescent Voice Academy founder Amy Eitemiller-Morrison. Amy spent decades working with singers, including more than 20 years as an adjunct professor at Indiana Wesleyan University and the University of Sioux Falls. Her experience included musical theatre, Western classical music, opera, popular music and modern worship. She believed every singer deserved to discover their healthiest and most authentic voice. Her teaching helped students express emotion, tell stories through song and gain confidence onstage and in everyday life. Amy was also a celebrated performer, instrumentalist, composer, arranger and leader within the Sioux Falls arts community. In 2023, the Sioux Falls Arts Council honored her with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the arts and arts education.

Amy first approached the Washington Pavilion in 2021 with a vision of bringing a voice academy into the organization. We are honored to carry that vision forward through Spotlight Voice Academy. Her passion, expertise and belief in every singer will continue to shape generations of voices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Spotlight Voice Academy welcomes singers ages 10 and older, from beginners to experienced performers.

Absolutely. Many of our clients are taking lessons for the first time. Our instructors tailor lessons to your experience level and goals.

We offer private, semi-private and group lessons. We also offer online voice lessons upon request.

Lessons take place at the Washington Pavilion and Orpheum Theater Center.

That depends on your goals, schedule and budget. During your Initial Fit Session, we’ll help determine the best lesson schedule for you.

No. Your first session is an opportunity for us to learn about your goals, experience and interests so we can recommend the best instructor and lesson plan.

Absolutely! Spotlight Voice Academy welcomes singers ages 10 and older because learning doesn’t stop after school.

Not at all. Some singers perform regularly, while others simply enjoy singing and want to build confidence or improve their skills.

You can reschedule lessons, but no refunds will be issued.

“My teacher goes above and beyond to make sure that each student who works with her is always prepared for their next audition, performance, or step in their vocal journey.”

Marrie L. Spotlight Voice Academy Client

“My daughter started really getting into singing last year, and these voice lessons have been absolutely perfect for her. We have only taken lessons for a few months now but Mo is so amazing at connecting with Liz. She makes learning new things totally stress free, and every single lesson is filled with fun. My daughter is learning so much about singing, but the biggest thing for me is seeing how much her confidence has grown. She honestly looks forward to going every week. We’re so incredibly grateful!”

Pam S. Spotlight Voice Academy Client

“My teacher is super nice and very supportive. She really helps me build confidence in my voice and gets me ready for auditions and performances.”

Evan L. Spotlight Voice Academy Client

“Our daughter has taken lessons with Mo for several years, and it has been such an amazing experience for her. She has become a stronger and more confident singer.  She has learned so much about vocal technique, breathing, and her vocal range as expanded. Mo is so supportive and even shows up to support her students on stage. Voice lessons with Mo have made a huge impact on our daughter!”

Gina S. Spotlight Voice Academy Client Parent

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you’re preparing for auditions, returning to singing after years away or simply looking for a new creative outlet, we’d love to help you find the right lesson for you.

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