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Start with Experience: A Simpler Way into Resonance

In this article, Zac explains that resonance is easier to understand when singers experience it practically before learning the theory behind it.

Getting Lost In The Sauce: Practicing Songs

In this article, Andy argues that singers must practice full songs—not just exercises—to translate technique into real performance.

NYVC Singer Spotlight: Kamilah

Kamilah is a singer, producer, and multidisciplinary artist whose journey from the Bahamas to global stages has been shaped by a deep love of…

What Makes A Song Great For Singing?

In this article, Tim Rosser discusses four key factors to consider when determining if a song is great for singing.

How to "Sound Like You"? Finding Your Own Singing Voice

In this article, I discuss how singers can "find" their own singing voice by improving their technical ability and clarifying their artistic voice.

How to Find Your Key Part I: What is a Key?

In part one of the series "How to Find Your Key", Tim Rosser discusses how changing the key of a song may drastically change a singer's comfort level and explores the nuance of choosing the right key.

Recording Your Lessons: Do I Have To?

In this article, Andy King discusses the benefits of recording your voice lessons and developing the skill of listening to yourself in recording.

National Association of Teachers of Singing Reviews "Sing Like Never Before"

The Official Journal of the National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc., has published their review of Justin Stoney's award-winning book Sing Like Never Before.

How to Get a Gig: A Beginner's Guide

Your voice lessons are going great, you sound fantastic and are ready to take things to the next level. What’s the process?

Managing Performance Anxiety: What is it? How do we face it?

All singers face this at some point in their vocal journey. In this article, Abby breaks down what performance anxiety is and discusses strategies for managing it.

Going Deeper: Vocal Technique & The Soul

As one of my first voice teachers used to say, "The study of voice is the study of one's self..."

NYVC Singer Spotlight: Nodar Khurtsosov

In this article, I speak with frontman of the gothic-industrial metal band Fellahin Fall and NYVC student Nodar Khurtsosov about his experience taking voice lessons.