Marlayna Washington

About

Marlayna Washington is a classically trained vocal coach known in the industry for her versatility and impressive upper vocal range. Based in West Oakland, California, Marlayna teaches at Sing Like The Starz Studios where she specializes in Speech Level Singing (SLS) technique. She brings dynamic energy and expertise to her teaching, drawing from her extensive performance background in old school funk, soul, and R&B, while maintaining a strong foundation in classical vocal technique. Her ability to bridge classical training with contemporary urban styles makes her particularly effective with students seeking to develop technical precision while exploring powerful, expressive vocal performance across multiple genres.

Education & Qualifications

Classically trained vocalist with Speech Level Singing (SLS) certification

Teaching Styles