I invested in a teacher training course with Justin Stoney. I was already teaching voice but knew I…read moreneeded more pedagogy, more of the science behind the voice. I really researched hard. I did my homework hunting for the course that I felt would help me grow and be competitive with the other vocal coaches in the area. Although a bit pricey, I went for it. It was money worth spent. I am so confident in my skills. I feel I can navigate any vocal challenge with my students. I am on a waitlist and am seeing phenomenal progress in my students!! I am a huge fan of Justin. Be sure to take advantage of your lesson with Justin as part of the course offering. I learned a lot and he helped me with a voice student. It was really cool.

Had a voice lesson with Julie like 2 weeks ago and it didn't go well. I really felt unwanted there…read more Didn't learn anything. After doing some warm up exercises she told me I have to take lessons with a male coach because she can not show me the technique since she has a soprano voice. I was really sad and encouraged after that. Also, I expected, and it would be fair, if they offered me as a replacement another class with a male coach since Julie wasn't able to teach me the technique....but nobody contacted me - really sad and disappointed.

Jess makes learning easy. Making you feel comfortable with where your voice and how to grow from…read morethere. I'd highly recommend!

Jess is an insightful vocal coach and the first to "unlock' my voice. I've worked with teachers who…read morewere also quite capable, but what sets Jess apart is their unique philosophy which allowed me to tap into a truer, more natural vocal style that sounds amazing for the pop and rock bands I sing in, not just for musical theater. Truly remarkable hearing my voice blossom and take up space after decades of locking it up. Thank you for being the key.

I've been working with Ellie over Skype only over the last 1.5 years. I have taken around 35-40…read morelessons from her over that period. I've always loved to sing but never taken formal lessons. Let me start by saying that Ellie is an extremely perceptive teacher that - as shocking as that is - notices more about my posture and body tension over a Skype connection (often a crappy one) than I initially noticed myself. I didn't know how to breathe properly - Ellie taught me how to breathe. I have tried taking lessons with other teachers and I heard comments on how good my breathing is. I have found that learning to breathe properly gave me a deeper, fuller sound. Ellie's perceptive instructions helped me eliminate tension and bad singing habits. I love the exercises she gave me, they are fun to do and really build the voice. Doing them over and over again helped me build both my speaking and singing voices - with much less tension. Ellie is also careful when teaching. I had a bad vocal injury from another teacher that rendered me unable to sing for around 6 months. Ellie was very supportive and helped me rehab my voice. I really appreciate that Ellie is kind and careful and makes sure we don't do anything that could mess up your voice. Finally, I really enjoy every lesson because we start with various scale exercises - each time I learn how to use my body/voice properly. At the end we sing a song of my choice to a karaoke track that I play. This makes lessons a real vocal work out, challenging (but safe) and also great fun because I get to sing the songs that I love. I am bilingual and I love that in addition to all the English songs that I love I can sing songs in my native language - and Ellie is totally on board with that. Finally, Ellie is a very kind, fun person with an amazing sense of humor that immediately puts you at ease all while giving you valuable feedback that you need to hear! I would highly recommend Ellie as a singing teacher, she taught me skills that will last a life time - my ease, resonance, and fluidity in both my speaking and singing voices had increased dramatically. You cannot go wrong with Ellie as your technique teacher.

I love to sing but have been told my entire life that I am tone deaf and can't carry a tune. After…read moremuch encouragement from my daughter, I signed up and today I had my first lesson with Lars. He was fantastic. He went at a pace that worked for me and totally calmed me down as I was pretty nervous. And guess what? I CAN sing but have been doing it wrong for all these years. He taught me how to breathe and that my range is actually much higher than I thought - it was pretty amazing. I went from nearly crying with fear to singing a tune pretty decently! I can't wait until my next lesson!!! And I am sure he is phenomenal with experienced singers as they can't be as hard to teach as I was! Thank you so much Lars!

I have been studying with Judy for almost two and a half years and I have nothing but positive…read morethings to say. From the first trial lesson with her, I knew that I finally found the right teacher. I came to Judy because I loved music and I just wanted to learn to sing. I never imagined that I would be able to develop the voice that I have now. I started with a small voice. Now, through her training, I have a voice with range and power. It takes dedication and hard work but her method works! Judy advocates for vocal health and knowledge. She wants her students to learn to take care of their voices and be in full control of their technique. I don't abuse my voice singing difficult material! I feel very confident in my understanding of vocal science, and I have Judy to thank! Judy not only works on enhancing your technique. She works on developing every aspect of becoming a real singer. This includes artistry and performance. I am a very shy person and Judy has helped me to be able to stand up and sing in front of a room of people. I have been lucky enough to perform at the Bitter End! Her studio is full of amazing students. She encourages you to bond with other people in the class, and I have made some incredible friends who are also passionate about their work. I don't think I would be the person that I am without studying with Judy. I feel very confident and strong, and its because even on the days I felt discouraged, Judy was always there for me. She is a rare teacher because she cares about her students in every way. I work a full time job and she is always considerate of this and working with me to make sure I can make it for my lesson. She takes the time to listen and get to know you as a friend. If you want to really learn to sing study with Judy because she will encourage you to be the best that you can be!

Where do I start with this review. I came to Judy with no voice, no experience and absolutely no…read moretraining. But I came with a great attitude and willingness to learn. I was immediately surrounded by people with passion and willingness to share their experience with music (her students). Her technique is complex but it's also learnable and fun. The technique is called Bel Canto. You also get group technique and voice building lessons. The voice building lessons are critical as well as practice time. A year after, you would have never known that I could not sing AT ALL and that I had no previous experience. I continue to work with Judy because she is an excellent teacher and she's passionate about her work. My voice continues to get better week after week, sequence after sequence. I even produced a full show with some of the students last year at The Bitter End. I sang live in NYC. Something I never thought I would be able to do. Again, if you are looking for a solid teacher, for someone who will TRANSFORM your voice, Judy is the BEST!

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 took vocal lessons with Tammy for a few months starting earlier this year. Her instruction is…read moreconsummate, clear...and patient! She did an excellent job of calmly offering alternative solutions when I struggled to grasp concepts or emulate demonstrated physical techniques. Maybe most of all, Tammy's lessons are enjoyable -- and fun! Tammy brings a passionate and committed energy and a good sense of humor to each lesson, making for the best possible lesson experience. Lessons seem competitively priced, too, based on the research I did beforehand. I definitely recommend Tammy as a vocal coach/instructor!

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Kayla is truly a needle in a haystack when it comes to voice teachers in NYC and throughout the…read morecountry because when I'm not in NY I'm with her via zoom in LA. It took a couple of sessions to click because lessons are not like what I was used to from other teachers who follow more regimented training styles but let me tell you her technique has brought out more colors to my voice than standard voice coaching that focuses only on technicality. While Kayla does incorporate classic voice coaching skills her emphasis on connecting the voice to your emotions has done wonders for my confidence and stage presence especially when I sing. When preparing for auditions my anxiety is magnitudes more quiet. Her price is also very reasonable in comparison to other coaches and she listens like a therapist which is why I always leave feeling a sense of catharsis. Definitely don't hesitate to book!

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.

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.