About CJ Lorentz
The voice is not something to be controlled or mastered—but something to be discovered. It is an unfolding flow that can’t be pinned down by labels or expectations. My name is CJ Lorentz, and I’ve come to see that the voice is more than an instrument for performance—it is an expression of who we are, and who we are becoming.
I began my journey with the voice at 12, drawn to music as a way to express what words alone could not. It wasn’t long before I found theatre, where I learned the joy of stepping into new identities, new stories, and new ways of being. But as I’ve grown in my craft, I’ve realized that the true magic isn’t in becoming someone else—it’s in discovering who we are beneath all the roles we play, the identities we cling to, and the stories we tell ourselves.
After my journey pursuing my BFA in Musical Theatre, I moved to Seattle, where I’ve had the privilege of working with companies like Village Theatre where I performed in Mamma Mia!, and their New Works Festival, as well as the The 5th Avenue Theatre performing in shows like Into the Woods, Spring Awakening, and their Education Touring Company.
All this time I realized voice was an expression of our uniqueness and a part of something much larger than ourselves. We train it, shape it, and try to control it—yet it is only when we let go of that control that the voice becomes truly free—we forget what it means to enjoy making sound. We often get in our own way, caught in the stories we tell about ourselves—the idea of who we should be, how we should sound, or what we need to do to succeed. The voice is a process—not a static thing.
So what if the secret isn’t in doing more, but in doing less? In letting go of the need to control the sound, and instead allowing it to emerge naturally? This is what I invite my students to explore: a voice that is not burdened by expectations, a voice that can simply be.
This is why I call my studio In Your Own Way. It’s a playful reference to Alan Watts’ In My Own Way, but it’s also a gentle reminder that we often get stuck in our own stories—the stories we tell ourselves about who we are, what we can do, and what we think we should be. These stories are the masks we wear, representations we cling to, but not the truth of who we are. And in clinging to these masks, we miss the present moment. When we realize this, we can let go of these layers, and become free to be more than the stories we tell.
In the end, the work we do together is not about getting somewhere. It’s not about finding the perfect note, or nailing a performance. It’s about the joy of discovery, not just of sound, but of self. This is the journey I am still on— learning to trust and learning to express what is already there, waiting to be heard.
If you’re curious about this process, if you’re ready to let go of the pressure and find out what’s possible when you stop trying to control everything, I’d love to have you join me. Together, we might just find that the best thing we can do is allow ourselves to be—without the burden of doing, without the weight of expectations. After all, the voice is not something to be perfected, but something to be found—and maybe, in the process, we’ll find something much more important than we expected: ourselves.
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Thank you for choosing In Your Own Way Studios! I'm thrilled to help you discover, refine, and elevate your unique voice. Whether you're just starting your vocal journey or you're a seasoned performer looking to push your limits, I offer personalized lessons that cater to your specific needs and artistic goals.
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Choose Your Session: Select from our available lesson types—Premium (1 hour) for a deep dive into vocal technique and performance, Essential (1.5 hours) for a focused, efficient session, or a Tune-up (30 minutes) for those urgent vocal adjustments.
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Let’s Get to Work: Together, we’ll work on vocal technique, performance, harmonies, and more. Whether you’re preparing for an audition, a show, or just want to improve your vocal skills, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
A Quick Note: If you're considering a Tune-up (30 minutes), please schedule a Premium or Essential session first, unless you’re facing an urgent need (e.g., a last-minute performance or public speaking engagement). In those cases, reach out to me directly before booking so we can discuss your needs and get you set up for success.
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