An expert instructor and professional songwriter with over 40 years of experience and a degree in Recording Industry Management from MTSU.
Cari Lynn has been a professional vocal and piano instructor since 1983. She was awarded a prestigious songwriting scholarship and graduated from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in the Nashville area, where she earned her degree in Recording Industry Management and Music Business. Before establishing her career in Nashville, she attended BYU for four years on a music scholarship, specializing in voice, piano, and songwriting.
Throughout her career, Cari Lynn has established herself as a significant talent in the professional songwriting community. She has participated in high-level songwriting sessions with top-rated industry veterans and has been a member of prominent organizations including NSAI, Songtown, and BMI. Her artistic influence extends to a decade of attendance at the Hawaii Songwriting Festival and current memberships with Taxi, Sync or Swim, and SongU.com.
Cari Lynn's professional reach is reflected in her non-exclusive agreements with industry leaders such as Hollywood Trax, One Stop Songs, and Audiosparx. Her original work can be explored on platforms like Songtradr, Soundcloud, and YouTube. Known for her outgoing and warm personality, Cari Lynn brings a unique blend of technical mastery and "real-world" industry insight to every student, helping them build both musical skill and creative confidence.
Cari Lynn provides expert instruction from a professional environment and is available for high-definition online sessions. She also travels for in-home lessons throughout the greater Bremerton area.
Approach: She focuses on building a bridge between technical excellence and the creative art of songwriting, ensuring students understand the business and artistry behind the music.
We know that inviting an instructor into your life requires trust. That's why every instructor at Melody Music Studios, including Cari Lynn, goes through the strictest vetting process in the industry.