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Lisabeth
Miller
Teaching
Dr. Lisabeth Miller has been on the faculty of The Hartt School, University of Hartford since 2019, where she teaches applied voice lessons to both undergraduate and graduate students. In addition to applied instruction, she teaches courses in Italian, English, German, and French lyric diction, Vocal Literature, and Voice Methods. As a voice pedagogue she is passionate about training confident, knowledgeable, and independent singers, and in 2025 earned her Certificate in Vocology from New York University. She brings the latest research on vocal health and voice science into the studio, ensuring her students receive an evidence-based foundation for their vocal and artistic growth.
Miller’s students have been recognized as winners of the National Association of Teachers of Singing Connecticut District competition, the Musical Club of Hartford competition, accepted into the Ensign Darling Fellowship program at the Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, and regularly selected for the CT Northern and Eastern Regional and All-State choirs. Graduates of her studio have continued their studies in voice performance at institutions including the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Carnegie Mellon University, UNC Greensboro, Westminster Choir College, The Hartt School, the University of Connecticut, the University of Maryland, Hofstra University, Western Connecticut State University, and Syracuse University.
She is also in demand as a clinician and masterclass teacher, having recently presented at the University of Connecticut, Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University (GA), Troy University (AL), Butler University (IN), and the Hartt Community Division Vocal Honors program. From 2023–2025 she served as Program Director of the Summer Vocal Institute for the Hartt Community Division. Since 2017, she has been a member of the faculty at New England Music Camp in Sidney, Maine, where she teaches voice and conducts the chamber choir; beginning in summer 2026 she will also serve as coordinator of NEMC’s new Classical Voice Concentration. Prior to her appointment at Hartt, she taught at the University of Connecticut, the University of St. Joseph, Manchester Community College, Naugatuck Valley Community College, and Three Rivers Community College.
Dr. Miller’s teaching philosophy begins with the belief that every voice is unique, inseparably linked to the whole person behind it. She cultivates a studio environment rooted in gratitude, respect, honesty, and acceptance, where students feel safe to explore technical ideas, experiment with sound, and embrace vulnerability in performance. She is committed to vocal health, stylistic versatility, and inclusive repertoire, while also fostering a strong sense of community. She strives to create spaces where all students feel welcome, valued, and musically challenged, preparing them to become expressive performers, flexible collaborators, and thoughtful artists. Please follow Dr. Miller’s studio Instagram page: miller_studio_sings
​She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Connecticut, where she studied with vocal pedagogy authority Dr. Constance Rock. Her dissertation, A Lyric Soprano in Handel's London: A Vocal Portrait of Francesca Cuzzoni, combines two of her scholarly interests: voice pedagogy and eighteenth-century performance practice. She also holds a Master of Music degree in voice performance from The Hartt School and a B.A. in music from Brandeis University. Dr. Miller is a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing and the Pan American Vocology Association.
What are students saying?
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr. Miller over the course of my vocal
studies. From our very first lesson, Dr. Miller's expertise, patience, and dedication have made a
significant impact on my vocal development and confidence as a singer. Dr. Miller has an
exceptional ability to break down complex vocal techniques and explain them in a way that is
both clear and accessible. Her deep knowledge of voice physiology, combined with her
understanding of various musical styles, allows her to tailor each lesson to my specific needs
and goals. Whether we're working on breath control, vocal resonance, or interpretive
expression, I always feel supported and encouraged in the process. One of the things I most appreciate about Dr. Miller is her unwavering belief in the potential of her students. She
creates a safe and nurturing environment where I feel comfortable exploring my voice, making
mistakes, and growing as an artist. Her constructive feedback is always given with kindness, and she takes the time to ensure I understand the "why" behind each adjustment, which helps me develop a deeper connection to my vocal instrument. Dr. Miller is not only an extraordinary teacher, but also a true mentor. She inspires me to push past my limitations and continually strive for improvement, while also celebrating each milestone along the way. Her passion for music and teaching is evident in every lesson, and it has been a privilege to learn from her. I look forward to continuing my journey with Dr. Miller and am confident that her guidance will
continue to shape me into a more versatile and expressive vocalist in my next four years here at
Hartt.
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- Katie, Music Education Major, The Hartt School
Dr. Miller's extensive knowledge, positive encouragement, and humor have me leaving my
lessons feeling accomplished and heard. Her approach to vocal pedagogy has helped me loosen
the tension in my jaw, and I'm able to produce a much more resonant and consistent sound as
a result. Dr. Miller's willingness to collaborate on musical elements such as ornamentation and
breath allows me to express my own musicality and grow as a singer and a performer.
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- Grace, Vocal Performance Major, The Hartt School
I have been one of Dr. Miller’s students for three years. When I first walked into her studio, I
was not a very experienced singer, but with her guidance, I grew so much as a musician and
person. Dr. Miller’s fun but focused approach to teaching made it easy for me to learn new
things about my voice, and have a blast while at it! Dr. Miller helped me tackle Italian art songs,
musical theater pieces, and choir music, all with pure dedication that is hard to find anywhere
else. One of her routines that I specifically liked was the “Dr. Miller 5-Point Posture Check,”
which was a great way to practice my posture and improve my singing as a result. Her careful
coaching made me realize how much I loved singing, and helped me unlock my full potential as
a singer. Overall, my lessons with Dr. Miller were filled with laughter, fun, and lots of singing! I
am so grateful for everything she has taught me over the years, which I will carry with me for
the rest of my journey as a musician.
- Evelyn, Voice Major, New England Music Camp
My experience with Dr. Miller started later than a lot of people. For my first semester, I was in a
clarinet concentration. I realized my heart was not set on being in the clarinet ensemble. I
switched over to a vocal track. I got the pleasure to work with Dr. Miller, who believed in me
from the start. She pushed me where I needed to be pushed to get me on track. I worked
throughout the semester on building up the fundamentals that everyone either came to Hartt
with or built up in the first semester. Even though I was a semester behind and not with much
experience besides three years of choir and years of musical theater, Dr, Miller still believed in
me. She has been one of the most accepting and hard-working professors I have ever had. I love
going to my lessons every week because I know she will understand my struggles with vocal and
even personal issues. I struggle with dyslexia, and it affects my learning music and many other
things. Dr. Miller found ways to help me learn words for pieces more easily, and it shows from
last semester. She truly loves all her students, no matter if you had her for vocal methods,
diction classes, or if you are studying with her. Even if she doesn't know you, she will always
come up to you with a giant, warm, welcoming smile. It has truly been an honor to work with
her, and I am excited to continue my journey as a baritone singer.
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- Taylor, Music Education Major, The Hartt School