Erin Lilley Smith - Voice Instructor

Singer and actor Erin Lilley Smith brings her positive, student-centered approach to voice lessons at Andy’s Music. An experienced performer and instructor, Erin believes in providing well-rounded, personalized training tailored to each singer's unique goals.

Erin's Musical Journey

A versatile crossover vocalist with expertise in classical, opera, and musical theatre, Erin received her training at the University of South Alabama and The Voice Workshop (NY), later completing an internship with Mobile Opera. She has studied under industry luminaries including Dr. Oren Brown (Juilliard), Mark Meylan (Really Useful Group), and Adrienne Angel (Broadway), and has participated in prestigious masterclasses with the New York Singing Teachers' Association (NYSTA) and the Voice Symposium at USA.

Erin served as the Vocal Artist in Residence at the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception from 2000 to 2016, briefly taking leave to tour nationally as "Beauty" in American Family Theatre’s Beauty and the Beast. Since 2016, she has served as Cantor and Soloist at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church.

Locally, Erin has appeared in concerts and leading roles with:

Playhouse in the Park

USA Opera Theatre

Joe Jefferson Players

Chickasaw Civic Theatre

Mobile Shakespeare Company

In 2011, Erin won the Lagniappe “Nappie” Award for Best Area Singer. With over a decade of teaching experience, she has a proven track record of helping students succeed in both auditions and professional performances.

Lessons with Erin

Both beginners and seasoned performers will find a relaxed, encouraging environment focused on:

Foundational Technique: Building a healthy, sustainable vocal core.

Artistry: Developing a unique musical voice and style.

Presentation: Mastering the stage presence needed to captivate an audience.