Ashlee Varner

Ashlee Varner is a faculty member at Berklee College of Music, specializing in vocal instruction. She teaches private voice lessons across six levels and contributes to courses like 'Music Career Essentials for the Professional Singer.' Her professional background includes worldwide touring as a pianist and vocalist, with notable recognition for her unique vocal arrangements.

Varner won DownBeat magazine’s prestigious award for Best Graduate College Jazz Vocal Soloist in 2014. Her recent work appears on Kenneth Brown’s album 3 Down, produced by Donald Brown and featuring renowned musicians Jeremy Pelt and Greg Tardy. The album achieved international radio play and ranked No. 27 on Jazz Week's Top 50 chart.

Her teaching focuses on professional vocal development, blending performance excellence with career preparedness. Though no formal grants or labs are listed, her contributions to music education and performance highlight her commitment to contemporary vocal artistry.