I normally don't write reviews but everyone needs to know about Pearson Studios. I have been a…read morebroadway actor for 8 years, most recently in Beetlejuice the Musical, and I FINALLY found a brilliant vocal coach, music director, arranger and accompanist. But Scott offers so much more! Due to the pandemic everything has gone virtual and because of Pearson Studios I was able to pivot during the pandemic. Scott also has a state of the art recording studio and is a fabulous sound engineer and videographer. I now have a commercial voice-over demo (which landed me a commercial agent and a few v/o gigs), and also very professional self-tapes for my theatre and tv/film auditions. Not only does he offer his accompaniment and coaching skills, but he uses a professional microphone and protools, and a very fancy camera and back drop which totally ups my game! He also offers excellent acting coaching as well as acts as my reader. He is a one stop shop! Once I went to Pearson studios all my stress was taken away. I started receiving callbacks and just booked a brand new Off-Broadway show from only my self-tape submission. I can't speak highly enough about Scott. He is very professional and personable and makes music and theatre fun. I promise you'll have an amazing experience.

Scott is the best. My daughter was a member of the HCT Junior Company and is currently a member of…read morethe TaDa Resident Youth Ensemble. She's had a number of teachers since she started singing at the age of 5 - and Scott has been the most helpful and knowledgeable teacher of them all. She loves him.

the instructor lacks patience with young and is dismissive and condescending in his teaching to…read morekids. my girl barely learnt any guitar and lost interest in music. The place is a company aggregator like Uber, where good musicians eventually go solo teaching or get into media. You are better if going to a dedicated musician.

I have been using Ben Hyman music for the past 5 years and it has been a terrific experience for me…read moreand my 15 year old son. Ben arranges a time each week that is convenient for me and arrives on time. He has instilled confidence in my son and has brought him to a new level of guitar playing. The annual concert he coordinates is hard work but the results are beyond the imagination-- to see your child on stage performing in front of an audience of hundreds rocking it out among his fellow band members.

Such an amazing experience working with Lauren on improving my vocal technique! Our zoom sessions…read morehave been so helpful and professional!

From the owner: Lauren Taylor is a professional musical theatre performer and experienced music educator offering…read moreprivate voice and piano lessons for students of all levels—piano for ages 6 and up and voice for ages 12 and up—both in New York City and online. With over ten years of vocal training and a BFA in Musical Theatre, Lauren helps singers and pianists build strong foundations in technique, musicianship, and expression. Her approach is supportive, individualized, and rooted in helping each student find confidence and joy in their music-making. As a performer with experience in regional theatre, national tours, and original music, Lauren brings a unique perspective to her teaching—combining professional insight with clear, accessible instruction. She works with piano students from beginner to intermediate levels and vocalists from intermediate to advanced, focusing on healthy technique, storytelling, and artistic growth. Lauren offers 30- and 60-minute lessons, available in-person in NYC or online anywhere, with studio rental available for an additional fee.

Top quality training by a professional staff! Lori is an incredible teacher, I highly recommend…read morethis studio!

recently had an unsettling experience with Howard and Lori Fredric's It is with great concern that…read moreI feel compelled to share my encounter, as I discovered unsettling ties to extremist groups advocating against ethnic communities, particularly targeting mothers from minority backgrounds. In my interactions, I observed a lack of professionalism that deeply troubled me. It is disheartening to report that the organization seemed to harbor a divisive attitude, projecting clear animosity towards anyone not belonging to the Jewish community. This lack of inclusivity raises serious questions about the organization's commitment to diversity and tolerance. For the safety and well-being of young ones, especially those from different racial or religious backgrounds, I strongly advise steering clear of lori fredrics My experience left me with a sense of discomfort and concern, and I believe it is essential to raise awareness about such matters.

I don't write a lot of reviews but I am so happy with the results of my daughters lessons with…read moreIrina that I am taking the time to write this. I have a 14 yr old daughter who's dream is to be on broadway. She loves singing but her passion is much bigger than her voice. I believe passion is something that should be nurtured so I spent thousands of dollars on voice lessons over the past 3 years. Emily worked hard. After about a year and a half of lessons, though, with a different New York based vocal school, she seemed to plateau. She still practiced all the time and loved it but eventually started to get frustrated. Finally she was passed over for any main singing roles in her school play, and it was the last straw for her. She came home and said she was giving up singing. And she was serious. This broke my heart. Not because I want her to be a famous singer, but because I know how much she really does love singing and her spirit was broken. Shortly thereafter I was speaking to a friend at work about our kids and he recommended I have Emily take a trial lesson with his daughters teacher, Irina Fields. I made the call and I am so happy I did! First of all Irina comes with "cred". She is cool and hip and pretty as well as being an accomplished artist. Emily loved her instantly. She has the patience of a saint and has the same passion for singing that I see in Emily. While studying with Irina, My daughter has become very knowledgeable about the intricacies of this technique called "Bel canto". She does drills every day and not just singing drills. I see her laying on the floor practicing breathing and she describes in detail the science behind singing with this bel canto technique. She is full of passion again and it's awesome. It's been about 9 months now since Emily started lessons with Irina and the results have been nothing short of amazing. I can clearly hear a dramatic difference in Emily's voice and more important, in her confidence and happiness. Thank you Irina! (Voice whisperer!)

I am a NYC based yoga teacher, sometimes I need to lead the class through singing mantras at the…read morebeginning of class. I had a huge phobia of singing in front of people so I went to Irina for direction on where to begin. She has an encouraging and informative, grounding presence and in just a few lessons of Bel Canto I feel as though I can go step by step to ease my fear of singing in front of others. She taught me proper breath support using my diaphragm. These techniques helped to make my voice sound bigger and clear even though I was nervous. I highly recommend her to a novice like myself or someone who is interested in Bel Canto technique to improve their craft.

I've been taking weekly lessons with Kayla for a year now. I started with very little background in…read moresinging but a lot of dreams and aspirations. Every week, Kayla meets me where I am and works with the part of me that needs to express itself. I am a trained classical pianist and actor, so I have had many teachers over the years. What's remarkable about Kayla is the way she is able to create an environment of total safety (unlike most other teachers I've had), while still pushing me. She is highly perceptive and she won't hesitate to point out habits that are blocking free, authentic expression. But it's all done with love and encouragement. The other thing I love about working with Kayla is that it's a holistic process. She has deep knowledge of vocal technique, but all of it is filtered through an even more essential perspective that the voice is the way we make ourselves known to others (and to ourselves too). Filtering all of the technique through that lens, and tuning into the primal human experience of trying to communicate, has been deeply rewarding and cathartic and also fun! I highly recommend giving it a try.

Kayla is a talented and intuitive teacher who tailors her approach to the individual needs of each…read morestudent. She teaches by example of how one can connect to the authentic truth of their own voice. Watching her work is super inspiring: her unwavering presence and support allow her students to drop into the place of raw vulnerability and emotional depth. Time and time again, Kayla creates a safe and nurturing space where true healing can happen.

I took voice lessons from Patrizia for about 2 years and it was a fantastic experience. She is able…read moreto adjust her teaching styles to what best works for the student (we are all very different in how we learn and what resonates with us). She does a great job of trying different analogies to help your brain relate to what you're trying to do with very precise movements that you cannot see easily. I was very impressed with her patience as well - I was terrible coming into this, and I improved dramatically. She also is very motivational and keeps you from beating yourself up too much - learning to sing can be a frustrating experience and it helps a ton to have a coach that sees the best in you. She is also a very friendly and great person - highly recommend.

Pat has taught me since 2011. She accomplished the impossible when she took me on! She not only…read moretaught me to sing but in public as well! Her concerts are always special and fun. Her knowledge is superb. Her method is exceptional. Her patience is endless. She puts her heart into every lesson.