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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…

Preparing For Your Best Audition: An Actor’s Checklist

Auditioning. The word strikes fear in every actor, seasoned and amateur alike. However, this doesn't have to be the case!

4 Elements of Vocal Practice That Create Real, Lasting Change

In this article, Zac Bradford explains that lasting vocal growth comes from combining consistency, mindfulness, deliberate practice, and time.

Open Mic Nights in NYC: Resource Guide

Wondering where to get started as an artist in NYC? Open mic nights might give you the start that you need. In this resource guide, I will discuss the value of performing and attending open mic nights and an exhaustive list of open mic nights in NYC that you can go to today!

Jéssica Amicucci of The Voice Argentina: A Conversation in Hope

So many incredible talents walk through the doors of New York Vocal Coaching. They go on to great success in musical performance, business, and instruction of their own. One such success story is graduate of the Voice Teacher Training Course and contestant on The Voice Argentina, Jessica Maison.
But more than the success, Jessica has discovered the true meaning of her art. We hope that through her encouraging words, our readers can find the same glorious purpose!

Understanding Resonance: A Practical Guide

In singing, the ability to control one’s resonance is one of the most important fundamental building blocks to a healthy singing voice. Let's find out why!

How To Practice Singing Part V: Make Practice Habits Attractive!

In Part V of the How To Practice Singing series, Zac Bradford uses inspiration from James Clear to explore the idea of making practice habits attractive and irresistible to singers through the principle of temptation bundling.

Feeling the Rhythm!

In this article, Abby Payne breaks down the concept of rhythm in songs and discusses how singers can get better at feeling the rhythm when singing.

LaShella Sanders

LaShella Sanders, born and raised in Dallas, TX, is the founder of Ignite Vocal Studio™, a certified voice teacher, an audio engineer, and an independent recording artist. Read more about LaShella here!

Vocal Inconsistency - Not to Worry!

When your voice starts to sound and feel strange, it can be pretty scary. It can make you feel like you're not a good singer anymore and can cause you to doubt yourself. Sometimes, we try to save our voice by not using it, but that can actually make things worse...