SILVIA
Silvia Minardi is a singer, musician, entertainer, vocal coach, music therapist, happiness coach and founder of minardi STUDIO, based in Berlin. Her italian roots shine through in her vibrant energy, expressive style, and deep belief in sharing music, joy and love.
Her musical journey began with her very first live performance at the age of 16 in her hometown of Novara, Italy — and from that day on, she never stopped singing, creating, and sharing music.
Education & Advanced Training
Silvia’s musical education includes harp studies at the Conservatorio Guido Cantelli in Novara, classical voice at the Conservatorio Giuseppe Verdi in Milan, and jazz voice at the Accademia Internazionale in Milan. She pursued advanced training with Donna McElroy and Dennis Montgomery (Berklee College of Music) and developed her pop, soul, and gospel vocal style with renowned coaches such as Paul Rosette and Luca Jurman. She also studied musical theatre at the prestigious Accademia del Musical of Compagnia della Rancia in Milan.
A Career on the Stage
As a performer, Silvia has worked throughout Europe, appearing on stage, television, festivals, and cruise ships. She has collaborated with international artists such as Tiziano Ferro and Bobby McFerrin and has played leading roles in major musicals like Fame and Grease.
From Performer to Empowering Coach
Alongside her performance career, Silvia discovered a passion for helping others fulfill their potential. Since 2000, she has been teaching voice and performance, gaining extensive certifications including Estill Voice Training (EFP), Schlaffhorst-Andersen Voice Therapy (ISA Master Zertifikat), and Voice & Breath Therapy (I.E.K. Berlin). Her teaching is empathetic and dynamic, helping students find both technical control and emotional freedom.
A Holistic Approach to Healing
For Silvia, the voice is more than just a performance tool — it’s a vehicle for healing, transformation, and joy. She has studied music therapy (Centro di Musicoterapia di Milano and I.E.K. Berlin), yoga and dance therapy, relaxation and stress management techniques (I.E.K. Berlin), and developed a unique, holistic approach that integrates voice, body, and emotion. As a music therapist, she has worked in nursing homes specializing in dementia, in women’s prisons to support recovery, and in psychiatric and pediatric wards. As a happiness coach, she helps people break free from personal blocks and find the courage to transform their lives.
Founding minardi STUDIO: A Vision Realized
After a pivotal management career with AIDA
Cruises gave her the structural vision for
her creative path, Silvia founded minardi STUDIO in Berlin. It is a welcoming and inspiring
creative hub where learning, performing, and
healing come together.
As director, Silvia currently guides
students and artists in voice and stage
presence while offering music therapy and
happiness coaching. She mentors emerging
teachers and extends her international
teaching to several institutes in Berlin and
Gran Canaria, sharing her passion for
creative therapy.
