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The R&B Singing
Success System

The voice you've always wanted, built with you, week by week.

Imagine stepping to the mic in full command, your tone, your runs, your power, all doing exactly what you ask. That's what we build together: 24 weeks of live 1:1 coaching and a regimen designed for your voice alone. This is the most direct route there.

Prefer to learn at your own pace? Explore the self-paced course →

Program $4,000

Pay in full and save $400, bringing it to $3,600. Prefer to spread it out? Plans through Affirm, Klarna, or in-house installments.

  • 24 weekly 1-hour live sessions
  • 8–12 months of transformation
  • 24/7 email support between sessions
  • Custom weekly vocal regimen
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If you've been searching "r&b vocal coach," "how to fix my voice," or "how to sing better"…

Look no further. You've come to the right place.

Kristal Cherelle, R&B vocal coach
Your coach

Hi, I'm Kristal Cherelle.

I'm an independent R&B singer and the founder of Indie Artist School. For nearly a decade I've been teaching singers how to find their voice and their confidence.

I've opened for Lauryn Hill, won Battle of the Bands at Hard Rock Cafe, self-released the albums Stages of Love and Fighter, been featured in the Houston Chronicle, sung the national anthem for the Houston Rockets, worked with a Grammy-nominated producer, and collaborated on a project that charted #3 in Australia.

"Maybe you've got a lot of natural talent, or maybe not so much. It doesn't even matter. Skill is what matters most, and that's exactly what I help you build."
The difference

Most coaching is one-size-fits-all.
This is made to transform.

The world's most celebrated voices don't learn from generic courses or group classes. They train privately, with specialists, on regimens built for their voice and their goals. That level of care has always been quiet, exclusive, and out of reach. The Success System brings it to the independent artist.

Off-the-shelf coaching
  • Generic "singing" technique, not R&B
  • One method, never adapted to you
  • You're one of hundreds in a group
  • You're left to figure out what's next
The R&B Singing Success System
  • A regimen engineered for your exact voice
  • R&B specialization, runs, riffs, tone, belting, AND all the techniques and development required to execute them
  • Private, 1:1, technical and motivational attention
  • A clear, guided path from current voice to GOAL VOICE

Think of it as access to a vocal luxury, the kind of specialized, private training reserved for the few, now within reach for you.

Who I coach

My students are beautifully diverse.

Independent R&B artists

Ready to take their voices to the next level.

Signed & serious singers

Working artists who want training that matches their ambition.

Everyday singers

People who simply want the confidence to sing R&B better.

Genre-crossers

Experienced singers transitioning into R&B.

Aspiring artists

Dreaming of releasing their first single or project one day.

My approach

I solve vocal problems and treat the whole singer.

Using easy-to-understand exercises and tricks, I help you master all three systems behind a polished voice. And in every session, I tackle the mental blocks too, affirm what you're doing well, and turn challenges into growth.

01 · Respiratory

Breathing

The engine that powers everything, from the softest phrase to a full belt.

02 · Phonatory

Vocal Health

Keeping your instrument clean, tension-free, and built to last.

03 · Resonatory

Vocal Control

Sculpting tone, runs, and dynamics until your voice does exactly what you ask.

Your journey

How the Success System works.

From your first session to your final note, here's the path we walk together, step by step.

01

Vocal Diagnosis

We get clarity on exactly what your voice needs, and set clear, specific goals to build toward.

02

Custom Vocal Exercises

I fix the issues holding you back with exercises built for your voice.

03

Progress Tracking

We track your growth through recorded sessions and documentation, so you always see how far you've come.

04

Mentor Motivation

You get 24-hour email access to me between sessions to celebrate your wins and keep you on track.

05

Build Your Voice

24 live one-hour 1:1 coaching sessions on Zoom, where we do the real work of building your voice.

06

Build Your Mindset

We develop the mindset and habits of consistent practice that keep you motivated and moving forward.

07

Avoid Stalling

When your growth slows, I find exactly where you need more challenge so you never plateau.

08

Review & Adjust

I review your goals and adjust your regimen along the way to keep you getting the best possible results.

Vocal Transformation

See how far you've come from where you started, and sing with your new and improved voice.

From the stage

I don't just teach it. I live it.

From the Houston Rockets anthem to Hard Rock Cafe stages and intimate rooms, everything I coach is drawn from a decade of doing it for real.

Kristal singing the national anthem for the Houston Rockets
National anthem · Houston Rockets
Kristal Cherelle winning Battle of the Bands at Hard Rock Cafe Houston
Battle of the Bands champion · Hard Rock Cafe
Kristal Cherelle in a Houston Chronicle feature on her Stages of Love project
Houston Chronicle feature · Stages of Love
Kristal Cherelle performing at the Hard Rock Cafe Battle of the Bands
Battle of the Bands · Hard Rock Cafe Houston
Step one

Live Vocal Diagnostic, $127

A 30-minute live session where I hear your voice in real time, tell you exactly what's holding it back, and map your next step.

  1. 1 Book your live diagnostic session below
  2. 2 I assess your voice 1:1, in real time
  3. 3 Complete the short waitlist form
  4. 4 If it's a fit, I'll send your enrollment options
Book my live diagnostic, $127
On your own time

Prefer a Video Vocal Diagnostic?

A professional, personalized assessment of your voice, with no live-session pressure. You record and submit on your own time, and I send back a detailed written breakdown of exactly what I heard, what it means, and your next step.

This is perfect for you if…

  • You want to know what's actually holding your voice back
  • You're unsure whether live coaching or the course fits best
  • You want professional feedback before a full program
  • A live session is hard to schedule right now
How it works
  1. 1 Purchase your Video Vocal Diagnostic
  2. 2 Get your submission instructions by email
  3. 3 Record & submit using the simple framework
  4. 4 Receive your written assessment in 5–7 business days
Investment$97
Submit your video diagnostic
Invest in your voice

A program that pays you back every time you sing.

The full-service program is $4,000 USD, with a $400 discount when you pay in full, bringing it to $3,600. Flexible plans available through Affirm, Klarna, or in-house installments. Enrollment links are sent after your waitlist form, and you'll see your Klarna and Affirm options at checkout.

Best value · Save $400

Pay in Full

$3,600one-time
  • 24 weekly 1-hour live sessions
  • Custom weekly vocal regimen
  • 24/7 email support & mentorship
  • No payment-arrangement fee
Start with a diagnostic

Installment Plans

In-house plans for approved students

Option 1$1,600 down + 6 × $400
$4,000$0 fee
Option 2$1,168 down + 6 × $500
$4,1684.2% fee
Option 3$732 down + 6 × $600
$4,3328.3% fee

Affirm & Klarna

Break payments into smaller amounts. Plans are set by Affirm or Klarna on a per-person basis at checkout.

AffirmKlarna

Payment options through Affirm are subject to an eligibility check, provided by lending partners. Focus on your voice, not the logistics.

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From my students

Don't take my word for it.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

Still curious? Email me at kristal@indieartistschool.com

How can I enroll?

Seats are limited and the Success System is for singers who are serious about their transformation. So I meet you live in a vocal diagnostic, and you complete a short waitlist form before enrollment to make sure it's a great fit. If you're eligible, I'll let you know which session seats are available and send your enrollment links by email.

How long does the program last?

It's 24 weekly 1-hour sessions. On holidays, sessions roll over to the next week. If you have gigs, events, or you're unwell, you can roll your session over to the same time next week. So it typically spans 8–12 months depending on rollovers.

I'm not in the U.S., can you coach me?

Almost anyone, anywhere! I've coached students in the United States, Australia, Japan, Germany, Sweden, the UK, and Canada. Two things to consider: supported payment currencies, and time-zone differences (I'm in Texas, CST, and coach Sun–Thu). Email me your timezone and I'll share what's open.

How do I schedule my recurring sessions?

After purchasing a coaching package, you'll receive instructions to book your time. Your recurring options are confirmed on acceptance and vary based on current availability.

What if I can't make a session?

As long as you give 24 hours' notice, you can make it up in a session rollover. School closures always result in a rollover makeup. School is closed on all major U.S. holidays. Full details are in the Terms.

What if I can't commit to live coaching right now?

No problem! You can take my self-paced online singing course instead and grow at your own pace. Explore the course →

Your voice is waiting.
Let's build it.