Karissa Bryant Karissa Bryant(Vocalease, Homeschool Musical Director) Karissa received a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Pacific Lutheran University and has been singing and teaching music for over 10 years. She is excited to be back in the Pacific Northwest teaching talented kids after a few years of travel, volunteer work and yoga study. Previously, she has worked with the Hi-Liners, Village Theatre KIDSTAGE, A Royal Priesthood Gospel Choir, and Seattle Civic Light Opera as a music director, teacher and vocal coach, as well as private voice and piano lessons. She is delighted to be a part of the wonderful staff at Studio East and is looking forward to an exciting year of teaching.