I have had a pleasure of studying with Evelyn La Quaif and I can confidently say that she is an…read moreoutstanding voice teacher. Her expertise, patience, and personalized approach have helped me grow tremendously as a singer.Evelyn has a deep understanding of vocal technique, from breath control and resonance to diction and pitch accuracy. Whether preparing for the roles she equips students with the tools to perform confidently, including stage presence and emotional expression. Her guidance will help you unlock your full vocal potential. Highly recommended!

I am a practicing physician and a perpetual student of singing. For more than fifty years, I have…read morebeen continuously taking vocal lessons from many professional singers. I typically switched after three years when my progress would plateau after the same study routines. I have been studying with Miss Evelyn LaQuaif for the past 20 years and am happily surprised that in my mid-seventies, I am singing my very best and still improving. Most of my previous teachers gave me metaphoric inspiration, as I would hopelessly imitate their better voices. But how could I get there? Miss LaQuaif is the only one who taught me the physical mechanics of good singing. She offers details that are palpable and teaches hands on: "Belly breathing...use your ribs...your tongue is too loose...guide your voice with your hand...oh, you forgot to rest..." Miss LaQuaif is a multi-talented artist that has that rare talent and sensitivity to feel and guide the students' muscle coordination -- minute details of tongue, palate, throat, and diaphragm that are invisible to ordinary people's external observation. She has the ear and mental conception for what is naturally beautiful in the student's voice. Her method of teaching is creative and often changing. The result: a strengthening of the singing muscles and shedding counterproductive habits that have stood in the student's way. Throw in a little psychology, human empathy, and a profound respect of the art of singing -- then you may sense what Miss LaQuaif is like as a teacher. -JCWM

I booked Ms Jay for a private "Girls Night In - Bachelorette" event. This was actually my second…read moretime booking her DIP (Dance In Pumps) class. I can't say enough amazing things about her energy. There was so much laughter, smiles and joy in the air as we danced. The bridal party can't stop raving about how much fun her class was. It was just an absolute great time. She is absolutely one of a kind. I can't wait to do this again in the VERY near future.

New Beginnings took my Bachelorette party to the next level!!!!! I learned some sexy moves for my…read morehusband to be and we had soooo much fun! I highly recommend if you're looking to have a great time with your girlfriends :)

I love it. they have such friendly workers, great food and great facilities.read more

I am biased. I've done two shows with the company and so my perspective is from the inside out and…read moreI admit that freely. So for those of you who are looking to work with a great company, eat great Cuban sandwiches next door at the Cafe, this place is perfect!

Crossing off from my " to see Christmas lights in NYC" list. I am glad we came during a non-busy…read moreday - we had more time to enjoy all those gorgeously dressed mannequins in a relaxing manner. The house is located on a corner street and right after the parkway exit - you wont miss the place especially that it is the only house brightly decorated in the neighborhood during the holiday season. The music that was playing helped us identify that we were on the right place. Two thumbs up for the family's dedication and hard work in putting up such wonderful display. It was such a delight and a must to visit when you are in the area. I would enjoy it more if the fence is a clear one instead of a wired one. Or if they don't mixed up the fashionably mannequins to Disney characters or to the religious ones. Oh well, who am I to judge their intentions for the safety of the display and in maximizing the space. The mannequins and its fashionably dresses/outfits/attires are assuming to worth thousands of dollars. It is just right to donate cash during a visit as a respect for their work, their intention and their dedication. It would be nice in supporting their cause- heard that they give all the cash donations to the nearby church.

I find it slightly funny that the Garabedian's residence (aka The Christmas House) has its own Yelp…read morepage. When I think about it though, why shouldn't it? This house is so synonymous with Pelham Gardens and Christmas in the Bronx that it wholly deserves the attention it gets. It's hard to describe exactly what The Christmas House represents; it's kind of all over the place. Part of it is meant to be a "red carpet" with mannequins portraying celebrities. There are also some Disney animatronics thrown in there, Santa and his reindeer, a few religious statues, and a recreated nativity scene which sits high on what used to be an elevated porch. All the while, (mostly non-holiday) music is blasting. Yes, it's tacky, over-the-top, and not 100% true to what the holidays really mean, but you have to respect the Garabedians for the work they put into it. They literally transformed the entire exterior of their house for this (during the off-season you can see remnants of the display). I can't even imagine all the mechanical details that go into it, and I heard that they design and sew all of the dresses for the mannequins themselves. People come from all over to see the house - Mariah Carey even shot parts of her music video for All I Want for Christmas in front of it. They usually will start up right after Thanksgiving and go until little Christmas the first week in January. It's definitely worth a trip to Pelham Gardens to check out.

This is an ideal rehearsal space for any musician. Spacious rooms. 24/7 availability. Safe and…read moresecure. I highly recommend to anyone looking for rehearsal space.

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