Rachel Seiler

Rachel Elenbaas has been singing for as long as she can remember — starting with “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” and songs at church long before she understood music theory. From the beginning, singing felt natural, and music quickly became more than a hobby. It became her passion and her way of telling stories.
Rachel has always been drawn to music’s ability to communicate emotion and meaning. Influenced by mentors, vocal teachers, and artists like Natalie Grant, Phil Wickham, and CeCe Winans, she developed a deep respect for both the artistry and discipline behind great musicianship. A pivotal moment in her journey came when she faced vocal challenges that required vocal therapy. Though intimidating at first, the experience transformed her understanding of vocal health and technique. Today, that knowledge shapes her teaching as she helps students develop healthy, sustainable vocal habits from the beginning.
As a mentor, Rachel is passionate about investing in the next generation of musicians. Whether teaching voice, piano, or songwriting, she encourages students to discover the story they want to share through music. She loves seeing the moment when concepts click, confidence grows, and students begin to understand the “why” behind what they are learning.
At ROOTS Academy, Rachel strives to create lessons that are both encouraging and challenging, offering a safe environment where students of all levels can grow.
Outside of Roots, Rachel writes and releases music under her artist name, Rachel Seiler, leads worship, performs, and enjoys dancing and walking her golden doodle Honey, and learning French.