By Yaqoub Khan 
In conversations about Bolivian popular music, attention usually gravitates toward the visible, outward-facing products hit singles, televised performances, and the growing spectacle of national reality shows. What often goes unnoticed is the invisible infrastructure behind these achievements: the pedagogy that builds the voices audiences celebrate, and the mentors who quietly shape the country’s musical identity. Within this less-discussed but highly influential sphere, Constanza “Conny” Carreón has emerged as a defining figure.
Carreón’s public accomplishments alone place her among Bolivia’s most recognizable vocal professionals. She has been a recurring headliner on UNITEL’s national music programs, gaining visibility with audiences across the country. Her role as the Official Vocal Coach of Yo Me Llamo Season 9 further cemented her reputation, positioning her not only as a performer but as a trusted architect behind some of the show’s strongest vocal transformations. As the lead vocalist of Bajo Xero, one of Bolivia’s most established and long-running bands, she has spent years shaping a sound that blends pop, rock, and Bolivian musical sensibilities. Her collaborations as a featured soloist with international stars like Ricky Martin and Julieta Venegas reflect a level of artistry and professionalism that few Bolivian singers reach.
In musical theatre one of the most technically demanding performance environments Carreón has held central roles in major productions across La Paz and Santa Cruz, adding to her versatility and giving her a deep understanding of interpretive technique, vocal stamina, and stagecraft. These achievements have not only made her a familiar name in Bolivian entertainment but have established her as a performer with rare authority and longevity.
Yet, impressive as these accomplishments are, Carreón’s most meaningful impact may lie in her work behind the scenes. Since 2017, under the banner “Conny Carreón – Vocal Coaching,” she has built an independent teaching practice that has reached hundreds of singers, many of whom perform regularly in venues that shape the country’s live music circuit. Her approach is not limited to giving vocal lessons; instead, she offers a structured and holistic methodology designed to help singers sustain long-term careers in an increasingly demanding industry.
Her method integrates technical discipline with interpretive, emotional, and psychological tools drawing heavily from her musical theatre background. This gives her students a rare combination: the ability to handle complex vocal passages, the interpretive clarity needed for storytelling, and the confidence required for high-pressure stages. Rather than treating technique as isolated drills, Carreón frames vocal work as part of a broader ecosystem of posture, breath management, articulation, musicality, and mental preparation. For many Bolivian artists navigating an industry with few standardized training pathways, her pedagogy serves as an architectural blueprint for sustainable performance.
Carreón’s influence is reinforced by her important institutional roles. At Despertarte Academy, she helped shape multiple generations of young performers, guiding them from early development to professional readiness. Her work at the Instituto de Música Fidalga bridged the gap between classical vocal training and commercial contemporary styles, giving students access to a broader musical vocabulary. At Tucura Cunumi, she adapted complex technical concepts into playful and accessible language for children’s theatre showcasing her ability to make professional-level training understandable for all ages.
Her expertise is recognized not only in the studio and on stage but also in the evaluative structures of the industry. As an official judge for events at the Universidad Autónoma Gabriel René Moreno and as a casting judge for major national music programs, she has played a key role in determining which voices gain access to national platforms. That producers entrusted her with evaluating more than 2,000 singers reflects the confidence placed in her judgment, consistency, and ability to identify genuine potential.
On Yo Me Llamo, her pedagogy is distilled into fast, high-pressure decision-making: diagnosing vocal issues within minutes, designing targeted exercises on the spot, and preparing contestants for performances that must carry through cameras, stage effects, and broadcast audio. Here, her dual identity as performer and educator aligns perfectly allowing her to translate deep knowledge into immediate, practical, and effective guidance.
Constanza “Conny” Carreón’s career illustrates that the heart of Bolivian popular music is not only found on TV screens or in concert halls but in the quiet, disciplined work of teaching. Through her systematic, human-centered approach, she has helped shape a new generation of Bolivian singers and in doing so, has become one of the country’s most impactful and influential vocal professionals.