About
VOXnorthwest is a vibrant vocal studio with passionate team of experienced instructors, providing an inviting atmosphere for singers of all ages to uncover their vocal potential. Co-founders Matthew Hayward and Angela Niederloh are nationally recognized figures in the music community, boasting extensive performance and teaching backgrounds from prestigious universities and collaborations with leading vocalists across the industry in film, television, classical music and Broadway. The remarkable achievements of our studio members reflect the quality and dedication that VOXnorthwest offers.
Matthew Hayward
Matthew Hayward is a distinguished lyric baritone celebrated for award-winning performances in prominent roles in Opera and Musical Theater. He has performed on stages and collaborated with orchestras in concert halls across the United States and Europe. Recognized for his "shining vocal beauty" and dramatic versatility, he is sought after as a master clinician and interpretive coach. In addition to his 25-year performance career, Matthew has been a voice faculty member at Summer Music in Tuscany, Portland State University, and George Fox University.
Angela Niederloh
Angela Niederloh is recognized by The New York Times as “a charismatic mezzo soprano.” For 15 years she sang leading mezzo-soprano roles at Portland Opera and has also made a name for herself as a distinguished talent in the concert world. As a young artist, Angela honed her singing and performance skills through apprenticeships at Houston Grand and San Francisco Opera, earning numerous prestigious awards across the United States, including as a finalist at the Metropolitan Opera National Council. Additionally, she has served on the vocal programs at both Portland State and Pacific Universities.
