Luminary (noun): a body that gives light; a person who is an inspiration to others.
The Luminary Lab at Seadragon Songhouse is an ongoing space for radiant, magical vocal explorers to embrace their authentic power… Part hybrid coaching masterclass, part support group – all light and magic!
Limited to 8 members!
Join us around the world via Zoom
Open to adults of all levels
Next Lab: Thursdays at 1:30pm ET starting July 9th (every other week)
(10:30am PT/7:30pm CET)
Applications are due by June 14th
To ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported, we personally curate each group based on experience, interests and vibe. Beginners to professionals welcome – please apply for more information!
Led by Seadragon Songhouse founder and voice coach, Courtney Cutchins, MM: singing teacher, master’s degree in contemporary voice (jazz) from Manhattan School of Music, Somatic Voicework™ informed, award-winning songwriter and recording artist who cares deeply about each of her clients’ success and vocal freedom!
For more info and reviews about Courtney and Seadragon Songhouse, click here!
“I’ve been told that I can’t sing… I stumbled upon Seadragon Songhouse… [And] I left a confident tenor with a three octave range. Courtney is a ray of light and the best sort of teacher.”-G
Here’s how it works!
The Lab is a monthly membership that meets every other week via Zoom – two 90 minute sessions per month!
Our focus is on cultivating an empowering community, setting goals and navigating voice-related adventures together – contemporary singing and speaking technique, performance skills, artistry, songwriting, healing and more. All genres are welcome! From singers and songwriters to speakers, podcasters, executives and other curious glimmers, if it involves your voice, it has a home in the Lab.
Luminary Spotlight: Each member will take turns sharing their song, project or question for the group and receiving feedback and technical/artistic support from Coach Courtney! This means everyone will have a 15 minute “Luminary Spotlight” of focused coaching live in front of our small group each month – this alternates every other session (4 member Spotlights in session #1, 4 member Spotlights in session #2). This is a coaching hybrid that’s personalized to you as an individual, while also providing a safe space to be heard by a group that deeply cares and applauds your breakthroughs.
Every session begins and ends with time for Q&A, discussion and additional opportunities for connection and inspiration! (And P.S. No stress – Spotlights will be scheduled in advance so you can prepare for your specific dates!)
Observational Learning: On the weeks that you aren’t in the “spotlight,” you’ll not only have the opportunity to share your progress and participate in group activities, but you’ll discover even more about the voice and creative process through active modeling and witnessing each others’ unique experiences. In the Lab, you are developing a diagnostic ear. You’ll learn how to identify vocal shifts in others, which is an incredible way to master your own voice. Plus, we’re here to be a steady, predictable rhythm for your work in a challenging world… We get it!
A Curated, Safe Space: To ensure the Lab remains a high-vibe and creatively-aligned environment, membership is by application only. This isn’t an “audition” – it just allows us to personally curate a small group of “Seadragons” who will truly champion and protect one another’s growth. We offer tracks to meet you where you are:
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- Beginner/Intermediate: For courageous adventurers building trust, vocal freedom and baseline technique or musicianship.
- Advanced/Professional: For experienced singers, speakers and recording artists focusing on accountability, nuance, professional stamina and artistic depth.
What else is included?
- Access to Courtney via email with any questions that arise from week to week…
- A private WhatsApp thread with the group for sharing and support each week…
- A recording of each Lab will be made available only to the small group (password protected for privacy) for 7 days following each session, complete with notes, timestamps and easy playback…
- Practice resources and recommendations as needed…
- Priority access for future Labs and private sessions in case you need an extra boost…
Anything else to know?
- For beginners, it’s recommended that you feel comfortable matching pitch and singing to an instrumental/karaoke track or self-accompaniment.
- It’s recommended that you feel comfortable using technology on various devices (Zoom, YouTube, streaming, etc) – that said, please reach out with any questions, we’d love to help walk you through the process to help put you at ease!
- You may prefer to play a recording of yourself during your Spotlight and receive feedback on your track… A great idea! Regardless, remember that this time is your playground – you can use it for song performance, creative ideas or even exercises and ‘vocal troubleshooting’ in a low-pressure environment that benefits everyone. (P.S. We are introvert-friendly!)
- As sharing our voices can be a challenging and vulnerable process, an enthusiasm for lifting and celebrating your fellow Seadragons is required!
“[Courtney is] incredibly insightful, flexible, patient, and has the ability to nurture musical inspiration in a way I’ve never seen in my 14 years as a musician.” – M
Join us if you are…
A Courageous Light ✨
developing trust in your voice, vocal function and creativity, challenging yourself to sing in a new way, or working through inhibition and in need of experience sharing your voice in front of others…
An Intellectual Light ✨
finding greater freedom in your vocal technique, healing from a vocal injury or other trauma, discovering a world of music theory, or expanding your own work as a singing teacher, coach or entrepreneur…
An Artistic Light ✨
searching for depth or meaning in your singing practice, workshopping original songs or other voice-related project, seeking a community of like-minds who love the voice, or in need of encouragement, inspiration and/or accountability as a professional…
A Bioluminescent Light ✨
you’re not really sure what you are, but you do know that you’re a glowing and mystical, singing sea creature just floating by and looking for your people – well, here we are!
“Courtney’s education, experience and teaching ability is second to none… The knowledge I have acquired and the improvement in my voice is something I never thought possible. Her teaching style is like nothing I have ever experienced… She is the best!” – T
Membership
Sessions are held every other week at the same time each week.
Two sessions per month with renewal month-to-month.
Prepayment is due at sign-up to reserve your spot.
Please Contact Us with any questions!
The Luminary Membership:
$185/mo
Apply by June 5th to receive the Early Seadragon discount: $25 off your first month!
Plus, sign up with a friend to each save an additional $25—bringing your first month to just $135!
The Luminary Lab gives you consistent, professional coaching for a third of the monthly cost of a standard session package. By gathering in a small group, you receive the same expertise with the benefits of a hybrid learning environment, all within a supportive and curated community. Let’s unlock our beautiful voices together!
“Courtney is a kind, caring, intelligent, experienced soul in this world who will be your partner in strengthening or discovering your voice in your life.” – A
Payment & Schedule
- The Luminary Lab is every other week at the same time each week for two 90 minute sessions per month. Each member will be featured in one 15 minute Luminary Spotlight every other session (once per month).
- For months in which there would be an additional week, there will be no session, however, communication will still continue via email and WhatsApp.
- The first month’s payment, is due at the time of sign-up in order to reserve your spot in the Lab. Payment is made through automatic online billing via Square. A payment method on file with Seadragon Songhouse is required.
- Billing takes place on the 27th of each month to prepay for the upcoming month, unless a payment plan is agreed upon in writing.
- A receipt listing the upcoming schedule will be emailed with your payment confirmation.
Attendance
- Due to demand, the full payment for the term is required regardless of the number of sessions you plan to attend. Refunds are not offered for missed sessions.
- Please contact us and let us know in advance of any absences so we can plan accordingly (you will be missed!)
- Please make every effort to arrive on time – and to attend each session in order to support your fellow members.
- Your spot in the Lab is automatically renewed and reserved for you each month. Please inform us in writing by the 15th of the month should you wish to suspend sessions for the upcoming month.
- The Luminary Lab is year-round with natural breaks for holidays, etc. If you take a break and do not wish to pay to reserve your spot, your spot will be given to another client. Availability is limited, but every effort will be made to fit you back into the schedule upon your return.
- In the rare circumstance that Courtney has to cancel a session, the session will be rescheduled, a pro-rated credit will be added to a future invoice, or a substitute “special guest” coach will be made available.