Laura Landsberg

Born in London England and raised in Vancouver, BC. Laura received her formal education at Grant MacEwan Community College in Edmonton, Alberta. Laura has since taken part in numerous vocal workshops to further develop her skills as a performer and teacher. Laura has studied with Dee Daniels, Jennifer Scott, Louise Rose, Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon, David Worm, Roger Treece, Judi Donaghy, Joey Blake, Kiran Ahluwalia and many other inspiring teachers. Laura has performed with many renowned jazz artists including Hugh Fraser, Chris Brubeck, Oliver Gannon, Donny Clark and her father, Ian McDougall. She has been the featured soloist with the Universal Gospel Choir, the Spokane Jazz Orchestra and VEJI (Vancouver Ensemble for Jazz Improvisation) with special guest, Cuban piano master Chucho Valdez. Laura has been performing her unique blend of jazz, blues and gospel music throughout North America for over twenty years. As well as having a rich performance life, Laura is also an experienced session singer. You can hear Laura on her debut CD ‘Naturally” Although Laura has been described as “A remarkably fresh and unpretentious singer,” by the Spokesman Review, perhaps Paul Grant of CBC Radio's Hot Air put it best when he stated, “With so many singers trying to sound like someone else, it’s a treat to hear Laura Landsberg’s fresh and original voice. She’s a natural.” Laura joined the Selkirk College Music faculty in 2004 and has been teaching music since 1985. Laura’s Mission Statement Through my teaching I find great joy as I witness my students’ discovery of their most authentic voice. My mission is to broaden their skills and opportunities through the strength that comes with the confidence of vulnerable and soulful honesty. Within the expanse of diverse musical traditions and genres, each of my students is encouraged to freely express themselves, utilizing styles and techniques that resonate with their own unique sensibilities. Laura teaches vocals and ensembles.