Suzanne M. Stone, originally from Pocatello, Idaho, has been making her musical mark in Las Vegas, Nevada, since 1989. As a passionate voice educator and vocal athlete, her journey in music and education is deeply layered, anchored by bachelor's and master's degrees in Vocal Performance and a commitment to Contemporary Vocal Pedagogy, Vocology, and Body Mapping Education for musicians. Her teaching is rooted in evidence-based disciplines, enabling her students to understand the mind-body connection in performance, thereby enhancing their expressiveness and technical abilities. 
 
Suzanne's musical skills extend beyond her vocal talents to include the piano, organ, flute, choral conducting, and musical director for some local productions, enriching her teaching with a broad perspective. This versatility allows her to instill a deep appreciation for instrumentalists and production crews, emphasizing their essential role alongside vocal athletes. Her passion for exploring world cultures, cuisines, and family genealogy further enriches her teaching philosophy, highlighting the interconnectedness of our stories and reinforcing her belief in music as a universal language that bridges cultures and fosters empathy.
 
Suzanne's narrative is enriched by her family's experience of hosting three exchange students from Brazil and Japan in the late 1990s, who have become cherished family members. This deepened her appreciation for cultural exchange and reinforced her commitment to music as a bridge between cultures. Her extensive travels across the United States and globally have endowed her with a broad perspective, which she skillfully incorporates into her teaching. Suzanne is a mentor and a builder of cultural bridges. She inspires her students to recognize their interconnectedness and to share their unique voices with the world. Her journey is a testament to the transformative power of music, filled with motivation, warmth, and an understanding of the human spirit.