Testimonials
Debbie Allen
(Actress, dancer, choreographer, television director, television producer)
“Destan Owens is one of the most gifted and respected singers in the business today. I think it's fantastic that he has chosen to share his talent as a vocal coach to help young professionals succeed.”
(Actress, dancer, choreographer, television director, television producer)
“Destan Owens is one of the most gifted and respected singers in the business today. I think it's fantastic that he has chosen to share his talent as a vocal coach to help young professionals succeed.”
Austin Brown
(Tenor with Home Free Vocal Band NBC's The Sing-Off Season 4 winners)
"Destan has been my friend and mentor for nearly a decade. His genuine input and artistry has truly aided my vocal development in an invaluable way. From our first meeting, he understood what I was capable of, and more importantly he knew how to help me, get myself to where I am now. My voice would not be what it is today, without his talented input and patience as a teacher and vocal coach."
(Tenor with Home Free Vocal Band NBC's The Sing-Off Season 4 winners)
"Destan has been my friend and mentor for nearly a decade. His genuine input and artistry has truly aided my vocal development in an invaluable way. From our first meeting, he understood what I was capable of, and more importantly he knew how to help me, get myself to where I am now. My voice would not be what it is today, without his talented input and patience as a teacher and vocal coach."
Andrèa Burns
(Broadway and TV actress)
“Destan Owens has one of the most glorious voices in this industry and he elevates this gift with unparalleled musicianship. His students would learn
quickly that singing is not only about natural talent, but the expertise with
which that talent is used to express an emotion or idea. Destan’s passion for
music is infectious, and it’s a treat to be in a music room with him.”
(Broadway and TV actress)
“Destan Owens has one of the most glorious voices in this industry and he elevates this gift with unparalleled musicianship. His students would learn
quickly that singing is not only about natural talent, but the expertise with
which that talent is used to express an emotion or idea. Destan’s passion for
music is infectious, and it’s a treat to be in a music room with him.”
Jaime Cepero
(Smash (Ellis) Season 1)
"Destan Owens is not only an incredible Broadway performer - but an unbelievably patient mentor and friend. His guided support when working with you gives you the balance to find your honesty in your work - at your own pace - and with YOUR voice. Authenticity is the name of the game here - and Destan carries this in large quantities!"
(Smash (Ellis) Season 1)
"Destan Owens is not only an incredible Broadway performer - but an unbelievably patient mentor and friend. His guided support when working with you gives you the balance to find your honesty in your work - at your own pace - and with YOUR voice. Authenticity is the name of the game here - and Destan carries this in large quantities!"
Kristin Chenoweth
(Tony and Emmy award-winning singer, actress)
"Thrilled that the so gifted Destan Owens will be sharing his talents and vocal knowledge with young and aspiring singers. We sing because we can’t talk anymore… so who better to mold and shape our next generation.”
(Tony and Emmy award-winning singer, actress)
"Thrilled that the so gifted Destan Owens will be sharing his talents and vocal knowledge with young and aspiring singers. We sing because we can’t talk anymore… so who better to mold and shape our next generation.”
Wayne Cilento
(Broadway Tony Award Winner, Choreographer, Director)
"Destan Owens is one of the most talented actors I know! I met him around 25 years ago, and shortly after cast him in the 'The Who's Tommy'! He's done many shows for me after that. He's one of those rare individuals that is well rounded and can do anything: sing (like no one I know), act, and dance! I'm very proud to know him, and I'm waiting for the next time we work together!"
Montego Glover
(Broadway Tony Award Nominee)
“Destan Owens possesses a tremendous instrument that moves effortlessly from genre to genre. Outstanding technique, craft and vocal presence make him a performing joy. What a gift that he chooses to share this wealth of knowledge with his students!"
(Broadway Tony Award Nominee)
“Destan Owens possesses a tremendous instrument that moves effortlessly from genre to genre. Outstanding technique, craft and vocal presence make him a performing joy. What a gift that he chooses to share this wealth of knowledge with his students!"
Maurice Hines
(Director, jazz singer, dancer and choreographer)
“Destan Owens is simply the best. I learned so much in the art of singing from listening to his glorious voice. Like i just said 'destan owens is simply the best”
(Director, jazz singer, dancer and choreographer)
“Destan Owens is simply the best. I learned so much in the art of singing from listening to his glorious voice. Like i just said 'destan owens is simply the best”
Richie Jackson
(Producer Jackson Group Entertainment)
“Destan’s gift as a singer is not only his sound and technical abilities, but also his
connection to the audience and his ability to communicate the emotional truth
of a song. As a vocal coach he guides his students in all these areas with patience, warmth and expertise.”
(Producer Jackson Group Entertainment)
“Destan’s gift as a singer is not only his sound and technical abilities, but also his
connection to the audience and his ability to communicate the emotional truth
of a song. As a vocal coach he guides his students in all these areas with patience, warmth and expertise.”
Ron Kellum
(Producer, Director)
"Destan Owens is a vocal surgeon! Not only is he a remarkable talent but he has the incredible gift of teaching artist how to find their own voice/style using masterful technique and musicality."
(Producer, Director)
"Destan Owens is a vocal surgeon! Not only is he a remarkable talent but he has the incredible gift of teaching artist how to find their own voice/style using masterful technique and musicality."
Adriane Lenox
(Broadway Tony Award winner)
“Destan Owen's rich lyric baritone is to be envied. He can flat out sing anything and that's the goal any singer should want to reach.”
(Broadway Tony Award winner)
“Destan Owen's rich lyric baritone is to be envied. He can flat out sing anything and that's the goal any singer should want to reach.”
Norm Lewis
(Broadway Tony Nominee)
"For Years I have heard Destan beautifully sing different styles of music. From Classical to Broadway, Standards to Gospel and much more. I have also personally witnessed and been Amazed by his ability to switch from Bass to Baritone to Tenor. Someone with all these skills, Has to know what they are doing and Destan Owens Knows what he is doing! I would Definitely trust in his ability to train anyone interested in the Art of Singing!"
(Broadway Tony Nominee)
"For Years I have heard Destan beautifully sing different styles of music. From Classical to Broadway, Standards to Gospel and much more. I have also personally witnessed and been Amazed by his ability to switch from Bass to Baritone to Tenor. Someone with all these skills, Has to know what they are doing and Destan Owens Knows what he is doing! I would Definitely trust in his ability to train anyone interested in the Art of Singing!"
Michael McElroy
(Broadway Tony Award Nominee, Broadway Inspirational Voices Founder and Director)
“Destan Owens is a singer of exceptional ability, quality and skill. Now he will be sharing what he knows with others. What an incredible gift.”
(Broadway Tony Award Nominee, Broadway Inspirational Voices Founder and Director)
“Destan Owens is a singer of exceptional ability, quality and skill. Now he will be sharing what he knows with others. What an incredible gift.”
Mark Parker, Dean
(Wanda L. Bass School of Music Oklahoma City University)
“As Destan Owens continues an amazing career as a performer he has developed the ability to connect with students and communicate technical, and artistic skills, along with the business side of the profession in ways that students
understand. As a graduate of Oklahoma City University we have been proud of Destan's performance career. We also have been thrilled to have him in campus and work with our students.”
(Wanda L. Bass School of Music Oklahoma City University)
“As Destan Owens continues an amazing career as a performer he has developed the ability to connect with students and communicate technical, and artistic skills, along with the business side of the profession in ways that students
understand. As a graduate of Oklahoma City University we have been proud of Destan's performance career. We also have been thrilled to have him in campus and work with our students.”
Phylicia Rashād
(Tony Award-winner, Emmy nominee, singer and stage director)
“Destan Owens is an accomplished singer and great musical stylist and he has decided to impart his years of development by teaching. I don’t think it’ll get much better than this.”
(Tony Award-winner, Emmy nominee, singer and stage director)
“Destan Owens is an accomplished singer and great musical stylist and he has decided to impart his years of development by teaching. I don’t think it’ll get much better than this.”
Frank Ragsdale
(Wanda L. Bass School of Music Oklahoma City University)
“Destan Owens is known for his beautiful voice and engaging acting, but he is also a wonderful teacher. I have seen Destan give master classes and have had the privilege to have some of my own students work with him. His teaching is insightful informed and inspiring. I have been teaching for over 30 years and know that any of my students would be in good hands with Destan!”
(Wanda L. Bass School of Music Oklahoma City University)
“Destan Owens is known for his beautiful voice and engaging acting, but he is also a wonderful teacher. I have seen Destan give master classes and have had the privilege to have some of my own students work with him. His teaching is insightful informed and inspiring. I have been teaching for over 30 years and know that any of my students would be in good hands with Destan!”
Kenna Ramsey
(Broadway, Voice Over Artist and David Foster Background Vocalist)
"Very few of us have had the good fortune to have a voice teacher that has the experience and insight that Destan brings to the table. His work as a professional singer continues to speak for itself as an example of his talent and knowledge of the human voice. A long career is based on a solid technique that allows you the freedom to emote, stylize, and SING under a myriad of
circumstances. Trust your precious instrument to him, and you'll learn how to
utilize and respect your gift for the long haul, and for that important audition
you have next week. Call Destan, and do the work--it's very much worth the
reward."
(Broadway, Voice Over Artist and David Foster Background Vocalist)
"Very few of us have had the good fortune to have a voice teacher that has the experience and insight that Destan brings to the table. His work as a professional singer continues to speak for itself as an example of his talent and knowledge of the human voice. A long career is based on a solid technique that allows you the freedom to emote, stylize, and SING under a myriad of
circumstances. Trust your precious instrument to him, and you'll learn how to
utilize and respect your gift for the long haul, and for that important audition
you have next week. Call Destan, and do the work--it's very much worth the
reward."
Terita Redd-Arthur
(Broadway Performer and Voice Teacher)
“Destan Owens voice is truly a gift from God. His ability to interpret the music he's given is truly amazing. I have had the pleasure of coaching with him and the instructions I received on the material, pulled so much more out of me that
I never knew that I had. He's able to bring heart to any song he is given and he has the ability to help others reach the same goal in their singing. There's
really nothing that he can't sing. Now that's what makes a great musician."
(Broadway Performer and Voice Teacher)
“Destan Owens voice is truly a gift from God. His ability to interpret the music he's given is truly amazing. I have had the pleasure of coaching with him and the instructions I received on the material, pulled so much more out of me that
I never knew that I had. He's able to bring heart to any song he is given and he has the ability to help others reach the same goal in their singing. There's
really nothing that he can't sing. Now that's what makes a great musician."