Fehlya Ehrlander
I am a vocal coach, childbirth educator, teacher, mother, parent educator, and songleader, with a poetic soul and a degree in philosophy. Most importantly, I care deeply. I offer my experience, curiosity, compassion, and interest to support vocal confidence and childbirth resilience. These are two worlds that weave beautifully together.
“Amid darkness and pressure, Voice comforts and creates.”
I love helping people find more flow and freedom in their voices. The voice can help us manage stress, relate easier, stay inspired, build confidence, sing with flexibility and so much more. I love that despite a culture of competition and negativity many people return to singing for personal and/or group pleasure. We are all meant to sing and dance and laugh wholeheartedly!
“Birthing is a spiritual invitation.”
Birth is transformation. Portals open in all dimensions allowing baby to arrive, mother to surrender, and the family to connect. It is magical, and yet we live in a movie culture of birth exaggeration, and a reality of disconnect that leaves many new mothers scared and vulnerable. My sisterly and maternal energies inspire me to offer my unique bouquet of tools and experiences, balanced with fresh attentiveness, to nourish those living in the midst of creation.
"Working with Fehlya in the Full Voice Method is uniquely healing and gently transformative. Fehlya is an intuitive and playful teacher. She met me in my comfort zone and helped me explore parts of my voice I had never encountered before. Fehlya’s teaching and techniques helped shift my singing experience in a positive way and have expanded my sense of joy in singing."
— Emily Skeers, Classical Soprano & Voice Teacher
"I was feeling very nervous and uncertain about giving birth. The conversations and resources shared by Fehlya really helped me shift my thinking to what I am going to love about the experience of labor."
- Kate, RN
"Singing with Fehlya is a highlight of my week! Her instruction is thoughtful, inventive, informed, and encouraging. I highly recommend her as a vocal coach."
— Jennifer, Choir Singer & Fabric Artist
Every voice is vast and magical.
Everyone can sing and I can help you find your full voice…
“Fehlya is a wise and skilled voice coach with a penchant for keen questions, deep listening, and a diverse array of vocal tools and techniques. She brings a rich variety of experience to her work including song leading, songwriting, performance, and education. If you want to find your voice, Fehlya is a wonderful ally to invite on the adventure!”
— Barbara McAfee, Author of Full Voice: The Art and Practice of Vocal Presence
Are you in Olympia? We sing every Sunday…
“I first came to Olympia Sisters in Harmony a few months after moving to the area. I immediately felt welcomed to the group and a part of something special - like coming home, to all the best parts of being home - being connected, feeling held, and being nurtured. The songs we sing together are beautiful and I love how easy it is to hear and sing the harmonies. Fehlya has such a warm and welcoming way of guiding us in song.
I often hear one or more of the songs playing in my head, during the week between our sessions. And sometimes I even sing them out loud, usually in nature - I sing to the trees, I've sung to a river, and in the morning when I hear the birds, sometimes I sing, "Listen the birds are singing, singing their freedom". It is such a joy to sing with Fehlya.”
- Kirsten Hill, OSH Member
Essence - $50
In person harmonizing twice a month, community connection, and special events.
Harmony - $80
In person harmonizing every week, community connection, and special events.
“Fehlya is such a gifted song leader. She creates a lovely, safe and welcoming atmosphere at the weekly singing circle. I carry it on with me for many days after. Thank you for offering this gift to our community!”
- Manuela Egolf
“Fehlya is an amazing voice coach and community song leader. Her classes fill me up and feed my soul. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.”
- Katherine Bush
Why Memberships?
Membership models bring more consistency to song leadership as a renewing occupation in society, hopefully as familiar as yoga teachers soon. Your support allows me to contribute to family expenses while remaining home with my young children. I give back by donating private lessons, maintaining places for low income singers, and creating seasonal events open to our wider community.
Renewing memberships also make paying easier. Use your PayPal account to change or cancel your membership at anytime.
Thank you for your support!
Individual Voice Sessions
I love inspiring vocal comfort and connection. Many of us have heard or felt negativity about our voices and yet we still feel a deep desire to enjoy song, harmony, poetry, or more authentic speech. Our voices are an integral part of our identity, both inner and outer. We can gain awareness that allows more flexibility in singing and/or communicating our intent.
Voice sessions provide a practical and transformational path to uncovering your vocal abilities and to understanding yourself and others in a fresh way. For those living with stress, anxiety, and/or depression, mindful and embodied vocal sessions can generate coping resources.
“I began working with Fehlya serendipitously just prior to applying for a new job. Her vocal coaching offered an opportunity to explore my voice through singing. It was also a chance to creatively reflect on how I use my voice to communicate professionally. I came away from Fehlya’s lessons with a stronger voice than I knew I had and deeply enjoyed the process of working together.”
- Elia, Medical Educator
Fehlya is a certified Full Voice coach, singer, songwriter, and songleader. Her singing background is in classical voice studies, including competition singing and professional choirs. She is currently inspired by singing for pleasure and helping others find comfort in their voices.
Cost: $120 per 50min session - includes follow up notes and resources.
Group Sessions available for groups of up to four people. Your group leader books the session and makes the payment.
For those looking for consistent support through stress or vocal development, unlimited daily connection packages are available by request.
Special Offer: Buy a package of four sessions to save $80!
I also gift a free thank you session for new client referrals.
Why Full Voice?
Fehlya: “I was drawn to this method because it is so fun but also because I quickly felt my voice expanding. I was trained as a high/head voice singer but within a year of playing with the Full Voice method, I gained five new low notes I hadn’t imagined were there. This practical gift was amazing, and then it rippled into my psyche. I saw my conflict avoidance in a new light and felt the earth voice grounding me in easier, deeper honesty. I love the layers that keep unfolding.”
Olympia Sisters in Harmony
In our women’s community singing group we focus on uplifting each other through harmony and listening. We reconnect with ourselves and to the living earth through peaceful and seasonal wisdom songs.
Songs are taught by ear. No experience is needed and singing is always optional. Self care is welcome throughout. See song examples in the video and feel free to reach out with questions.
Email or text (360) 485-2439 to get details. We sing year round at my home on the west side of Olympia. Your first class is FREE! After that, drop ins are $30 or you can become a member.
When you join, you also have access to a playlist of our songs to listen to between sessions, a community chat group, and other resources. The membership structure makes it possible to support the role of song leader in our society and lends itself to a deeper experience of the music. Everyone who identifies with this offering and who would feel supported by it is welcome. Come try it out at no cost!
Community Sing Along
Everyone is welcome to our free solstice and equinox sing alongs.
Sign up below for updates and send me an email if you have any questions. We look forward to singing with you!
‘Pool of Peace’ by Elizabeth Crow, harmonies by Heather Houston at our Peace in the Park event.
Healing Song at the ONE Center, Aboriginal chant ‘Lingmarra’
“Fehlya is an incredible singer and song leader. Connecting with this group has been so supportive.”
-Beth Kim, Educator
“Fehlya helped me find and appreciate my own unique singing voice. Now I enjoy singing all the time, especially the beautiful songs she chose for us to learn. I also enjoyed getting to know each of the other women. We became a tight knit group of friends that I can hardly wait to see again each week.”
— Anne, Handywoman
“I love Olympia Sisters in Harmony because I love to learn songs. It’s a pleasure to sing with other like-minded, community-minded individuals.”
— Madeline, Educator & Songwriter
Everyone Can Sing
Unless there is an inner ear issue, there is no such thing as being ‘tone deaf’ and everyone (with some practice and guidance) can learn to match pitches and carry a tune.
If you are drawn to explore your voice, I’d love to help you find your abilities and your vocal joy. I offer a variety of classes and often schedule them based on requests.
Middle part of 'Jewels' by Barbara McAfee from Fehlya leading at the ONE Center
Guided Community Singing
Fehlya leads group singing at private events including: baby & mother blessings, celebration of life services, first menses ceremonies, and other gatherings. Singing in a circle of community adds depth, beauty, and connection to meaningful events. If you would like to try out a song circle, Olympia Sisters in Harmony sing every Sunday at 1p and the first gathering is free. We also host a free all community sing each season near the equinox/solstice.
$200/1hr private song circle ~ 7 songs
“Fehlya’s presence at our Winter Solstice event was lovely. She guided our group through the magical experience of creating connection with each other and with the more than human world, through simple songs to nourish the soul.”
— Brenda, Healing and Wellness Center Owner
“For my Baby Blessingway Ceremony I hired Fehlya to lead us in a song circle. She set a magical atmosphere, singing with us as a group. Everyone enjoyed it, especially me and baby in my womb as we were showered by the music and loved it. It brought such a unique energy to the whole gathering and it was exactly how I had envisioned it. Thank you Fehlya!”
— Manuela Egolf, Massage Therapist
Connection is Key
Pregnancy and Infancy Attunement classes are about growing self, baby, family, and community connections that support early childhood. We invite laughter and incorporate song, journaling, and discussion.
Contact me to start a new group.
Penny Simkin, 'Mother of the Doula Movement', describes her passion for perinatal singing.
Original Community Songs
and song zine recordings: Every Seed Has A Song
Words and music by Fehlya Ehrlander, unless otherwise noted.
These songs are approved for community use, including community choirs, song circles, etc.
Please contact Fehlya for permission if you are planning to record or perform the songs for money.
Donations are welcome.
My Feelings
Written as a calming reminder.
My feelings are healthy and normal
they will come and I will listen
they will go and change into other things
just like the beautiful sky
What is Good For Me
Written as a soothing reminder.
What is good for me won’t pass me by
and who is right for now won’t want to fly
I am here, with my future always unclear
but what I am drawn to will carry me through
I Will Ground
Inspired by a desire to perpetuate and internalize the ability to ground, many times each day.
I will ground in my body, when it all feels so strong
I will ground in the body, as the waves roll along
Grounding in now, grounding here now
Breathe out all the way, breathe out all of it
A Leaf
Born on a teary nature walk, this song touches on the theme of gifts we might experience through challenging times.
A leaf, dangling by a spider thread
Does a most beautiful dance
Sometimes, we dangle by a single thread
And do a most beautiful dance
Snowlight
Inspired by the glorious brightness of snowy covered nights.
Where would you go, by the light of the snow?
Where would you be lead by the snowlight?
On a breeze, through the trees
A star takes my hand and I kiss the moon
My beloved Grandma Barb with my young father.
Let’s Co-Create a Song for You!
Creating a song is a beautiful way to process and celebrate life. Your song could be for a loved one, living or in spirit, for your own milestone or a way to capture a precious moment. When I am stuck, writing and singing a simple mantra song helps me stay connected to the wisdom I need. What kind of song would support you right now?
After some pre-work, we meet online or in person for two, 50 min. sessions to create a song designed to support you and to be accessible to your voice. At the end of this time, you will have a short mantra style song recorded for you by Fehlya. See the My Songs page for examples of mantra style songs. If you are interested in creating a song with more than one part, let me know and we will try to add this in.
$280