Sing & Strum Co.

Private and semi-private online music lessons designed to help students build confidence and a love of music in a supportive, encouraging environment.

voice • guitar • ukulele • piano • songwriting • confidence

About

We are an online music education studio founded by Jennifer Fertado, a professional singer, songwriter, and vocal coach with 20+ years of teaching experience.

We specialize in fun, skill-based lessons that meet students where they are, whether they are brand new to music or looking to grow their technique and confidence.

Our studio now also includes a dedicated guitar instructor, expanding our offerings for students who want to explore both voice and instrumental music.

What We Offer

Voice Lessons (Private & Semi-Private)
Students develop healthy vocal technique, breath support, pitch accuracy, and performance confidence through age-appropriate songs and exercises.

Guitar Lessons (Coming Soon)
Beginner-friendly guitar instruction focused on chords, rhythm, and playing songs students love.

Small Group Classes
Supportive group environments that build musical skills and confidence in a collaborative setting.

Teaching Philosophy

We believe music learning should feel:

  • Encouraging, not intimidating

  • Creative, not rigid

  • Skill-based, but joyful

Our goal is to help students feel confident expressing themselves through music.

About the Founder

Jennifer Fertado is a singer, songwriter, and vocal coach with a background in contemporary voice, performance, and holistic vocal technique. She has taught hundreds of students in private lessons, group classes, and online learning environments.

She is passionate about helping singers of all ages find their voice in a healthy, sustainable way.

Contact / Enrollment

All classes are currently hosted through Outschool.

To view current offerings and enroll, visit our Outschool page or contact me directly with questions.

Digital Products

Singer's Warm-Up Collection

Build consistency, confidence, and healthy vocal habits with this professionally guided collection of vocal warm-ups.

Designed for singers of all experience levels, these recorded sessions focus on efficient vocal coordination, ease of production, breath awareness, and developing a voice that feels connected, balanced, and free. Whether you are preparing for a rehearsal, getting ready to perform, or simply looking for a consistent daily vocal practice, these warm-ups provide a structured and supportive way to care for your voice.

Created from techniques I use regularly in private lessons, each session is designed to help singers warm up effectively without unnecessary strain or tension.

This collection is a great fit if you are looking for:

  • Guided vocal warm-ups you can follow anytime

  • A consistent vocal practice between lessons

  • Support for healthy vocal technique and voice care

  • A professional introduction to my teaching approach

  • An accessible way to build confidence and vocal awareness

Use these recordings as part of your regular singing routine, alongside private coaching, or as a standalone resource for ongoing vocal development.

Purchase the Singer's Warm-Up Collection here.

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Testimonials

  • Jennifer is a very knowledgeable teacher . She understands voice and song skills. She is patient and positive and a pleasure to work alongside. She is professional and always ready to work with you in your class . The way she worked with me helped me understand the dynamics of song construction. I still consider her a resource . I’m thankful to know her.

    Cathy

  • My two sons have been taking voice lessons from Jennifer Fertado for over a year. Ms. Fertado is an excellent teacher and has a lot of knowledge and experience in not only voice, but with music theory and instruments. The class is enjoyable to both of my children and they have had noticeable improvement in their vocal ability. The class includes vocal warm up,  music theory, and singing a song of their choice.  I look forward to continuing our weekly lessons with Ms. Fertado and the progress that will be made.

    Rachel

  • Miss Jennifer is an amazing music teacher. I have a special-needs child and she managed to make my daughter fall in love with singing. Just an information that helps- my daughter is non-verbal autistic. But in music classes and lessons with Miss Jen, she comes to life. Highly recommend.

    Darshini

  • We met Teacher Jennifer when my two children were distance learning due to the pandemic. Although we have not met in person, my kiddos love learning piano with her. She has taught my kids for several years now. We have ordered the piano music books online, she has provided music via email for special songs that interest my kids (e.g. Harry Potter, Pokemon, seasonal songs) or even shared her screen with the sheet music. She is patient and can gauge when my kid is not following a new song and will pause to refresh on some basics. Although, we take piano lessons, she assisted my daughter to prepare for an audition that required her to sing and play the piano. She reaches out between lessons to check in with me. Teacher Jennifer is one of those special people who will positively shape how your child feels about music.

    Brittanya