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Alumni Feature: Amie Debrone, BMus (’09)
At Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Music, students are encouraged to explore, perform, and build careers that reflect their full range of interests. For alumna Amie Debrone, that foundation led to a dynamic, multi-genre career as a performer, educator, and innovator in vocal training.
Today, Amie performs across classical, musical theatre and contemporary styles, teaches a global studio of more than 150 students, and leads workshops for artists and educators across North America and beyond.
A foundation built on performance and opportunity
Amie chose Laurier for its strong sense of community and the opportunity to perform.
“I wanted to grow as a singer and have the chane to perform” she says. “At Laurier, I knew I would have those opportunities.”
During her time in the Honours Bachelor of Music program, she immersed herself in opera, choral music, and performance training, while also studying languages and completing a minor in German to support her artistic goals. Studio lessons, ensembles, and conducting experiences helped her develop as both a performer and collaborator.
A career across genres and roles
Shortly after graduating, Amie was cast in a production with Drayton Entertainment. That opportunity expanded her path into musical theatre and contemporary performance, setting the stage for a diverse and evolving career.
She has since performed with organizations including Spiritus Ensemble, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony, Lost and Found Theatre and The Jazz Room, and has worked as a music director and vocal coach for musicals and choirs.
Her career reflects the flexibility of a Laurier music degree, where graduates are prepared to build careers across multiple styles, disciplines, and professional paths.
Continuing to grow and innovate
Following her degree, Amie pursued additional training through programs at New York University and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, as well as further study with leading artists and industry professionals, building expertise in performance, voice science, and professional practice.
In 2023, she became the first person in Canada certified in The Singing Athlete method, certified BY The Singing Athlete, a neuro-athletic approach to vocal training. Through this work, she helps performers of all levels and ages improve their brain and nervous system, which immediately improves vocal function, reduces performance anxiety and expands their artistic potential.
Global impact through teaching
Alongside her performing career, Amie has built a thriving teaching practice based in Kitchener, with students joining her studio from across Canada, the United States and Australia.
She also teaches at the University of Guelph and works regularly as an adjudicator and workshop clinician.
“The greatest part of my work is helping people discover their own voice and artistry,” she says.
A Laurier perspective
Amie credits Laurier with giving her both the foundation and the confidence to build a flexible career, as well as the mentorship that continues to shape her work today.
“The program gave me a strong musical foundation and the curiosity to keep learning,” she says. She also points to the impact of her studio teacher, Daniel Lichti, whose ongoing support and mentorship have remained an important part of her journey as both an artist and educator.
Experiences like these reflect the strength of Laurier’s faculty, where dedicated educators play a central role in shaping each student’s experience and supporting their growth long after graduation.
Her advice to current students is simple: stay open, keep exploring, and follow what inspires you.
“There are many paths in music,” she says. “Be curious and keep growing.”
Learn more at https://www.amiedebrone.com/