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Voice (& beyond) Care Team: Who's Who?

In this article, Andy highlights the importance of a voice care team beyond the voice teacher and explains how different specialists support…

Practicing in Your Car: Making the Most of It

In this article, Zac outlines the benefits and limitations of practicing singing in the car and explains how to use this method safely and…

Finding Your Style

In this article, Tim dissects what constitutes vocal style through examples and offers ways to cultivate one's style in singing.

Vocal Health for Working Singers

In this article, New York Vocal Coaching teacher Abby Payne discusses ways for working singers to maintain their vocal health.

Ego Reads. Humility breeds.

In my absence from chronicling my thoughts from a music director/coach perspective, I have seen some brilliant performances that have given me pause; performances that made me stop and think, “How is something so...

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.

Why We Use Vocal Exercises

In this article, Tim Rosser shares the benefits of using vocal exercises for voice training and how singers can use vocal exercises appropriately to their advantage.

What Does an Arranger Actually Do?

In this article, Tim explains how arrangers adapt music for performers and contexts, distinguishing their role from music directors, orchestrators, and producers.

How to Practice Singing Part VII: Make Practice Habits Satisfying

In this article, Zac highlights the importance of making your regular singing practice satisfying, giving yourself rewards during and after practice sessions, and avoiding shortcuts and unhelpful rewards.

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!

3 Singing Principles I Wish I Had Known When Starting Out!

In this article, Zac shares three key lessons—setting up "money" notes, using exaggeration to find balance, and letting all vocal systems share the load—to help singers unlock freer, more joyful expression.

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.