ABOUT US
Founded by two accomplished vocalists, Larisa Dykhtan and PJ Bahramian, the Vocal School of Vaughan is a collaborative endeavor aimed at delivering top-notch vocal training services to our community.
With over 30 years of collective experience in the music industry, our instructors draw upon their extensive expertise to inspire and work closely with students. The professional training provided at our school has resulted in our students achieving success in competitions, gaining acceptance into prestigious music programs, and cultivating a profound sense of confidence and appreciation for their vocal skills.
Larisa Dykhtan
Larisa is an experienced vocal coach and mentor, with extensive knowledge in the field of vocal mechanics and vocal technique. Over the years, Larisa taught hundreds of happy and successful students fix their vocal issues and guided them on their personal vocal journeys. She specializes in contemporary styles of singing and vocal performance.
Larisa has a life-long stage performance experience, which includes shows, competitions, back-up and lead vocals for local bands, as well as rich recording experience. Larisa worked as a lead singer for 15 years in a professional cover band, doing weddings, corporate events and other functions. Currently, Larisa organizes and holds annual Recitals for her students and guides them through the process of preparation for their performance, offering ongoing support.
Larisa studied Piano and Theory at a music school in Russia (former USSR), she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from York University, Toronto, Canada and has over 12 years of teaching experience.
“Every student I have is hardly ever like another. Each is so unique. And I love to be able to bring this individuality out of them even more, and watch it grow and develop into something that we did not even know was possible.”
PJ Bahramian
Growing up in Toronto Canada, PJ had musical aspirations at a very young age. He was only 12 when he formed his first rock band and started getting his vocal training at the age of 15. Upon working with some of the greatest teachers that the industry had to offer, PJ was accepted into the Musicians Institute (MI) in Hollywood California in 2003.
It was there that he came to own his craft as a singer and learned all the ins and outs of the music industry, music theory, performance, songwriting and composing. Upon his graduation, PJ was offered a teaching position at MI and became one of the youngest teachers to be teaching at the Institute.
From 2003 to 2005 PJ worked as a host for a music show at a Los Angeles Persian Television Channel "ITN" and was featured in various commercials and music videos.
Current Career
PJ went on to form his existing band, Man the Destroyer, in 2005 in Hollywood and moved it to Toronto the same year. Man, the Destroyer, has come a long way from being a garage band to performing across Canada and the US with some of the biggest stars in the industry, including Blaze Bayley, former singer of Iron Maiden in 2011.
Since 2013 PJ has dedicated his time to training and coaching aspiring singers of all ages by combining the knowledge gained from his music education and vocal performance, along with years of touring the North American live music scene and multiple award-winning recording projects.
Learn from the one that has been in the trenches and one who knows what it takes to succeed.
“Helping artist and singers develop their style and technique and seeing them perform with confidence and skill is the most enjoyable thing for me next to performing on stage myself.”
Nicoly Da Silva
Nicoly is a performance, voice acting, exam and audition preparation coach, with expertise in Musical Theater, Pop, Rock, Classical genres. Using a scientific, anatomy-based approach, she helps singers achieve optimal vocal health and sustain strong performances. Nicoly emphasizes integrating vocal technique with expressive performance, while maintaining her core priority: ensuring her students enjoy the process!
Nicoly holds a Music Theater Certificate from Randolph College for the Performing Arts and Sheridan College. She has extensive experience in teaching, dance, and performance. She speaks Portuguese and Spanish.
Evelyn E.
“I enjoyed working with Larisa, she’s experienced and professional.”
Lina B.
“Took a few private singing lessons here - learned a lot about my voice and proper vocal techniques. thank you!”
Robert Wang
“I had a good experience at Vocal School of Vaughan. The atmosphere was inviting and the coaches were very knowledgable.”