In their words

Voices of my students.

Hearing my students speak about what music has opened in them is one of the greatest gifts of my life.

Since 2018, I've guided hundreds of adults to the harp, the guitar, the piano, and their own voice, as well as guiding students through the art of the sound ceremony. Most of them were sure they were not musical. I have watched men who had never sung for anyone sing in public in Costa Rica. I have watched a harp student in South Africa go on to improvise for audiences of hundreds. I have journeyed with students deep into the Amazon rainforest to sit in ceremony with Indigenous elders. And I have watched women who were raised to stay quiet find their voices and keep them.

These are their words. I return to them often, because they remind me what becomes possible when a grown person gives themselves permission to begin. Let these testimonials inspire you to remember that you are a musical genius, you just have to remember.

I'm here to help you remember.

Scarlett

Voices fromLos Angeles · New York · Houston · Kauai · San Diego · Miami · Costa Rica · Quebec · London · Berlin · Belgium · Ibiza · Doha · Abu Dhabi · South Africa

A student's story

“Learning music helped my brain rebuild. I had lapses in memory about basic things, and learning music brought back my sharpness.”

“I didn't imagine I would learn to play and sing in the middle of recovery from a life-altering accident. Singing, playing music, and learning sound healing helped soothe my overstimulated nervous system. My left hand lost partial mobility, and the harp brought it back six months after the accident, when physical therapy wasn't helping.”

Jackeline · Houston

First notes

Starting from zero.

Most of the people on this page had never held an instrument. This is what the first weeks and months felt like for them.

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Scarlett is the real deal. Her ease, her humor, and her expertise create a learning container for students to embrace the guitar, harp, piano, voice, and sound healing tools like no other. I was amazed to be learning how to play songs I love on instruments I never even touched before, in a matter of two hours!

Sarah

SarahMaryland

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Until joining Scarlett's music course, I held a belief that musical instruments were something for me to admire others playing. After eight short weeks, the world of music has been opened to me. I can tune my own harp, read music, and play heart songs.

AbiHouston

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If somebody had told me six months ago that I would be playing guitar and singing in public in Costa Rica, I would've thought they were absolutely crazy. Learning with Scarlett allowed me to rewrite stories I told about myself.

DanielCosta Rica

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Learning with Scarlett was really heartwarming, because I felt like I was a total disaster at the beginning. Scarlett really helped me to go step by step and to feel it. I played for other people for the first time, which I had never done, and I had never sung for anyone except myself.

Dominic

DominicGermany

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I came in with absolutely no music background, even musical blockages, I would say. I grew up very religious, where women should not perform, not sing specifically, and not call attention to themselves. This course really helped me step into a new role, Queen of my own existence. I never thought I would play an instrument or have the bravery to sing in public. This is beyond my wildest dreams.

MalkaCosta Rica

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I do not think I could have ever learned to play the harp if some random lady asked me to start with “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” Thank you for getting us to the good stuff quickly! Sometimes I'll be watching the replay by myself, late at night, eating chips from the comfort of my bed, and you'll have me cracking up. I think we all know that laughter and music are such crucial medicines. So infinitely grateful that I can say that I AM A HARPIST! I never imagined that could be possible until I met you.

DaniNew York

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I had a distant inner-child dream of being a musician, and as soon as I connected with Scarlett, I felt this impossible dream could actually manifest into reality. I played wind instruments briefly as a child; otherwise I had zero experience.

LeenaDoha

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Studying with Scarlett has definitely been the highlight of my year, from zero music knowledge to being able to play simple songs on the piano.

LorenaUnited Kingdom

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I never thought I would be able to play any instrument before signing up for this class. My intuition guided me to her, and I still love that I followed it.

NinaGermany

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I can say without a doubt that this is way more than just a musical immersion course. It has been such a beautiful and joyful experience, and I learned to play my instrument so quickly!

SueNew York City

Mind and body

The brain and the body.

Students who came to music while healing, and what they noticed in their minds and nervous systems as they played.

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I had been in a severe car accident where I experienced trauma to the corpus callosum of my brain. Playing an instrument where your left and right hands are doing two different things made me question how I would ever do that. It was really incredible what I was able to learn with a brain injury! I get anxious very easily, and now I know how to sit down and play this instrument. It's like therapy!

KristenSan Diego

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I can just pick up the guitar and ask, what songs are on my heart right now? I wonder if I know those chords. And I'll sit there with myself and feel so present, and it feels like everything just calms down.

KellyNew Orleans

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My mind is more at peace since I put in daily meditation and musical practice. Best life ever! I will never feel alone anymore!

LauraNew York City

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This experience brought me so much healing during a super tough time in my personal life. To have this space where I've felt appreciated, supported, and safe, all on this journey together, has been amazing.

ZephLondon

The method

How Scarlett teaches.

Theory, technique, humor, and patience, described by the people who learned with her week after week.

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She made learning music theory digestible and enjoyable, something I used to think was impossible. I loved that it was split into two sessions per week, giving more time for integration, and that we reviewed each week instead of moving straight to the next lesson.

Christy

ChristySan Francisco

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Scarlett has a special way of grounding her students in music theory, science, and other foundational teachings, while keeping delight, magic, and awe alive throughout the process. I'm coming out of this feeling more grounded, confident, and aligned in my purpose than I've felt in a long time.

JuliaMiami

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I was playing songs on the harp within the first few weeks! She was the first teacher that actually got me to understand music theory. I can now transpose and compose in any key!

Tabytha

TabythaNew York

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She delivers theory and technique in a digestible manner while shining the light for you to acknowledge your innate musical genius. I followed along and understood almost effortlessly. This has not been my experience with previous music teachers.

JessicaLos Angeles

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She can demystify topics that are both cerebral and otherworldly, all while teaching you more about yourself throughout the process. Even more commendable is her ability to meet people wherever they are on their journey.

Dr. TrinaHawaii

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Her nurturing presence creates a safe space, where I felt encouraged to explore the depths of my creativity and push beyond my comfort zone. I have witnessed a remarkable evolution in my musical abilities, which has brought me immense joy.

Gulnaz

GulnazLos Angeles

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Scarlett is knowledgeable, hilarious, and easy to talk to, so she made the experience of being back in a classroom enjoyable and enriching. I highly recommend her courses for any level of prior experience.

ColeLos Angeles

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She has made me commit to my music practice more than any teacher I've ever had. I normally get bored easily, but not with Scarlett! If you want to learn music in depth and have a hard time committing, she is the best mentor for you.

KleonikiLos Angeles

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I loved how we began with music theory. Before we even got to our instruments, we started on the piano, learning the building blocks of music and how to bring it all together. I feel so empowered that I can understand music and eventually create my own.

JenaMill Valley

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Even in a group, you get one-to-one attention. She doesn't judge, she believes in everyone, and she actually wants you to succeed, from the heart.

JazminIbiza

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Scarlett really comes from the heart, and you can feel it. The biggest thing I'm going to take away from this experience is that there is so much magic in this world, and Scarlett really helped us remember it is inside all of us.

Kelly

KellyMarin County

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Studying with Scarlett was such a delight! She opens the gates to music so easily. No one feels discouraged, and you are surprised how fast you learn!

DawnLos Angeles

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I loved everything about the program, from Scarlett's teaching style and humor to all her awesome material and lessons. She is a master teacher, and she will definitely bring out your musical genius! I wish the program was longer.

LarimarKauai

The first instrument

Finding your voice.

For many students, the first instrument they meet is the one they were born with.

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I always loved to sing, but now it was with an enlightened and deeper knowing of my self and essence. It became my power, my meditation. My own voice healed me.

LeenaDoha

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Through my journey I have been able to open up my voice, to speak and sing in an enjoyable and empowering way. No matter what your level of experience in music, Scarlett guides you in an enjoyable and safe way.

VirupaUnited Kingdom

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She inspires me to create beauty with my voice and share my gift. And I also realized my childhood dream: I am learning to play the harp.

MaryseQuebec

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It was very transformative, because I took back the power of my own voice, and the power to manifest my own reality in a new way.

LauraNew York City

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It not only made me connect more to my harp but also to myself, by feeling empowered and creating this safe space to express myself.

CarmenBelgium

Ceremony

Plant medicine and ceremony.

Scarlett has served as a ceremonial musician alongside Yawanawá, Huni Kuin, and Asheninka wisdom keepers, and she brings that music into ceremony, integration, and the work of the facilitators she trains. Her students now sing and play in plant medicine ceremonies around the world.

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During a healing and growth journey, I was lucky enough to get connected with Scarlett for a sound healing ceremony. She led a deep healing session and integration phase. Beyond the obvious of being a super-gifted musician, she is a true healer. Under her guidance, I journeyed deep into the Amazon rainforest for a 10-day retreat with Indigenous Elders, with her and 20 others looking to go deeply inward and heal. One of the most profound experiences of my life, deeply healing at physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.

EoghanSan Francisco

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I had zero harp experience and now can play well over 50 songs. As a ceremonialist and facilitator, there is nothing like being able to play the harp at the end of ceremony for your participants. I've taken my harp all around the world with me.

JessicaLos Angeles

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Something that was profoundly impactful was Scarlett's sharing of medicine songs, in different languages, as a vehicle for learning new techniques.

AntoniaNew York

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You have inspired and motivated me to really choose my path in music and sound medicine. I learned all about music theory, and you taught me the most beautiful medicine songs. And I play piano and guitar now! It's all about remembering.

MarjoleinBerlin

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It was a life-changing experience and has helped me immensely in my sound healing journey. The musical codes she carries are unique and incredibly powerful. If you're looking to deepen your knowledge in music, sound, ceremony, or anything within that realm, I highly recommend Scarlett's teaching method.

Wendy

Wendy

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I wanted to learn with someone who is on the same path of healing and ceremony work, so I knew how conscious she is. I didn't hesitate much. I said, okay, I want to learn with her.

DominicGermany

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I love the stories she tells us behind the songs and their culture, and how she honors where each song comes from, with emphasis on the importance of the words we sing.

JazminIbiza

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It is extremely special that she is a musical healer, because whether or not I knew it, I was coming to be healed and connected to my own capacity to play and heal with music. I love music as my self-care practice now, whether that be playing medicine songs, mantras, or rap music on the harp.

VivianSan Diego

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I attend sound baths and I facilitate sound baths. Studying with Scarlett has massively helped me integrate voice and music knowledge into that work.

LorenaUnited Kingdom

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I loved learning the different mantras and songs. They are so powerful. I have a daily routine of chanting them, and I feel supported, light, divine, and blessed.

MaryseQuebec

For trained musicians

Musicians going deeper.

Trained musicians and industry veterans on what changed when they learned music this way.

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I've taken music lessons my whole life, released albums, produced music, and worked in the music industry. Yet I have never experienced anything quite like Scarlett's teaching. My sound as a musician has evolved in ways I never experienced.

AntoniaNew York

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I'm a musician and I've been in the music industry for over 15 years. I love the way Scarlett teaches, because she definitely has the technical parts, and she also makes students connect with music, their instruments, their voice, and their sound in a way that is very energetic and spiritual.

ConstanzaLos Angeles

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I had been classically trained as well as trained in musical theater, so approaching music and sound in a new way deepened my practice, and my relationship with music was profound.

AureliaMichigan

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It was challenging, accelerated, expansive, well rounded, and so very beautiful. I have a solid, advanced musical foundation that I can continue to study and work with for years to come.

CelesteMaple Valley

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I had been attempting to learn guitar and music theory for years, and finally built a solid foundation with her guidance.

Monique

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I have had piano lessons for many years and extensive theoretical knowledge of music, and yet I have still learned so much. Scarlett's approach is joy and love for music, and it has been very healing for me to learn in this way.

Janitha

What came next

Where the music led.

Performances, original songs, and new careers that grew from the practice.

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From the beginning, she empowered me to get out of my head when playing and let the music flow naturally. Two years later, I have performed in front of hundreds of people, improvising music in the moment, and I have become a self-expression instructor helping women sing intuitively.

AmandaSouth Africa

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Scarlett is an amazing anchor to me as I move into wellness and the healing space as a sound therapist. She has even co-written and helped me record my first song!

KymberlyLos Angeles

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I loved every moment of the unique creative process. I found a way to let my heart sing with a wonderful maiden playing her harp and singing to the gods.

JonathanNew York

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Professionally, this has equipped me with invaluable skills that I now bring into my holistic practice, and it has deepened my ability to listen intuitively and respond to the unique needs of each person I work with.

Vedha

Your turn

Begin your own practice.

“To someone on the fence about learning music, I'd say just go for it, because you can't lose. You can only expand your voice, your healing, your consciousness, your connection to yourself. I really think playing a musical instrument should be a fundamental part of every person's life.”Dani · New York

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