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

Jess is an insightful vocal coach and the first to "unlock' my voice. I've worked with teachers who were 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. read more

Working with Jess has been the best experience. As someone who was a complete non-singer coming into this, finding and letting out my voice was about so much more than learning how to hit the right notes.. it's been a profound somatic experience in connecting with my body. Lessons have been fun, connective, productive, and honestly some of the best therapy I've ever had. Couldn't recommend more. read more

I stumbled across Jess while researching "vocal coach for bipoc artists nyc", and every day I thank their SEO targeting for leading me to them. The act of singing/vocalizing is so personal and raw, and the process of learning adds its own layer of vulnerability, so working with a coach you trust and respect is imperative. In Jess I've found that and more - a friend, confidant, clown, philosopher and mentor. Jess's approach is more holistic than other training experiences I've had - don't be surprised if a session also feels like therapy (in the best way). They're someone who will meet you where you're at, work with what you've got and encourage you to push beyond your limits. I'm so grateful for the impact Jess has had, not just on my voice, but on my life. Highly recommend! read more

Jess is one of the most unbelievable vocal coaches I've had the opportunity to work with, their unique and informed technique honors each individual client where they are, and takes them on a journey to finding their true voice and sound. Jess toe's the line perfectly between gently holding space, and constructive directism while making completely tailored sessions to fit the needs of each client. If you have burn out from traditional vocal coaching, or are wanting to change your relationship with your voice: look no further. I have not only used Jess personally, but also as a professional with my own business, there's no one else I would trust my clients with. read more

Jess is more than a vocal coach; they are an amazing musician, human, artist, and instructor. I have had my share of vocal coaches, and what sets Jess apart is their personal approach to helping me find and strengthen MY voice. I came in beyond nervous and their ability to create a safe, inclusive environment helped me excel in feeling confident in my singing. Through our sessions, I have seen such growth in my vocals. They consistently provide kind, encouraging, and constructive feedback and have helped me overcome vocal blocks that other coaches haven't been able to help me with. Jess has made my dream of writing and producing music a reality, and I can't wait to see what this next year brings as I continue to work with them. read more

I've had the pleasure of working with Jess for exactly one year and in that short time I've seen improvements as a singer-songwriter beyond anything I ever could have anticipated when we first started. Jess has an incredible ability to not only identify what areas need improvement, but to provide the exact exercise or shift to improve that particular challenge area. As a result, the value that I've gotten out of just one year of working with Jess cannot be overstated. Best of all, on top of being an incredible vocal coach, Jess is simply an amazing human being that I feel lucky to call a friend. If you love music and are willing to work hard to become a stronger vocalist and/or songwriter, you will understand why I and so many others love working with Jess! read more

I'm a lifelong singer but have always wanted to take lessons. When I finally had the opportunity, I was lucky enough to have Jess recommended to me. From the very start they not only made me feel comfortable, but helped me connect my body and mind to create sounds i didn't think I was able to. Their warm personality is just the cherry on top of an amazing musician and instructor. read more

I wasn't sure I was capable of learning how to sing when I reached out to Jess for a lesson! But in our first session Jess quickly reassured me that learning how to sing was absolutely possible and has created a safe and truly reflective space for me to learn how to use my voice. Going on 5 months now, I've gone from feeling self-conscious to having fun and building confidence in a new creative outlet for myself. I'm amazed at what I've been able to achieve with Jess' coaching! read more

Jess has been more than extraordinary in my vocal endeavors. I've worked with many vocal coaches in the past, and none of them can even compare to working with Jess. I came to Jess looking for a vocal coach who would really see ME, not just the voice. It's a personal exploration of voice and self every session. Jess opened me up into places with my vocals I've only ever dreamed of, but were too scared/unsure of to try. Incredibly, they've gone above and beyond by coordinating opportunities for me (as well as other clients) to perform at professional venues like The Bitter End, as well as supporting my songwriting and producing. I've recommended Jess to several of my own clients looking to work on their voice. 10/10 heavily recommend working with Jess. read more

If you are looking for a gifted, warm, loving, compassionate and incredibly knowledgeable vocal coach...seriously look no further. In just under 3 months Jess has taken my half baked radio car singing voice to a full blown resonance. I look forward to each week knowing that she will not only hold the space for me to fully express anything going on in my life, but that she will compassionately and skillfully use her knowledge to draw out the best of me. Through metaphors, easy homework, and constant support and encouragement, Jess has made me feel safe to raise my voice for the first time in my life. Seriously. SHE'S THAT GOOD. read more

At the outset of 2020, I decided my goal for the year would be to 'use my voice.' To me, this meant shaping my singing voice to be stronger, more capable, and to reflect what I loved about my favorite artists. Thankfully, I found Jess--an intuitive, smart, and ever-encouraging voice coach. In just 8 weeks, they have allowed me to open up, be more comfortable in my own skin, and improve my voice in ways that I couldn't have imagined. Rather than be prescriptive or tie me to a specific genre, Jess took the time to understand what I looking for, and equipped me with the tools to become the kind of artist I wanted to be. Jess is a fabulous and natural teacher, and I would truly recommend them to anyone, no matter your skill level. They have certainly helped me find my voice. read more

Singing is such a vulnerable process and though I always loved to sing, the thought of finding and using my authentic voice was always scary to me, so I never sang with my own voice in front of others. Imagine my incredible luck in finding Jess as my first introduction to voice lessons. From the very first lesson (where I literally shook with nerves through my songs), Jess has been so supportive, giving me the courage to try what I had built up in my mind to be a scary endeavor. But with Jess, it never once was scary. Instead, they focus on finding the fun and joy in singing, in not imitating others, but instead finding your own true voice and its strong points. Jess encourages through positive feedback and helps me to keep pushing myself with a range of exercises to work through weak points and to achieve different goals and vocal effects. In this process, I feel that my voice has become stronger and truer. The unexpected side effect is that I feel more confident and more like "me" after years of hiding my own voice in silly imitations. After less than a year, I am playing and singing together, something I would have considered impossible just one year ago. Lastly, Jess is such a beautiful human; a rare, creative, nourishing soul. I couldn't speak more highly of them and would absolutely encourage anyone who is at all curious to give lessons with Jess a shot. I thought I would take about four lessons when I started, but I've kept going for the sheer fun and joy of it (plus I can feel my improvement happening), and it's one of the better decisions I've made just for myself in some time. I always leave lessons feeling lighter and happier, and that effect should not be underestimated during these hard times. (Note: classes over Zoom work fine; it would be even more fun in person if you have the chance.) read more

Jess is not an easy person to write a review for...to say she's a talented musician, or an incredible teacher, just doesn't cut it. Jess is an absolutely gifted voice coach. And her skills go far beyond the technical. She has an innate understanding of and respect for the psycho-spiritual element of voice work and is in full possession of the attendant skills that go with that kind of work. With her guidance, you can learn to trust and be comfortable with your voice, and to move towards confident expression. This is a woman who is doing her dharma. So, yeah, I recommend her. :) read more

I've been seeing Jess over the past few months for general career coaching as an independent musician. Her advice and guidance has been invaluable. I leave each session feeling uplifted, inspired, and full of ideas. Jess is compassionate, authentic, fun, and genuinely listens. She's a very talented singer-songwriter and artist with lots of experience, and does not hold back when it comes to sharing her wisdom. So grateful to have crossed paths with her! read more

Jess has taught me so much about my voice and honestly so much about myself. It has been a true pleasure meeting with them on a weekly basis to discover and overcome mental blocks that I would have never suspected to be affecting my ability to sing more confidently. They've taught me so much about the voice's connection to body and mind and Jess has a gift for helping you harness and access tools within yourself. I'm insecure about singing in front of others, and Jess has made me feel comfortable and supported throughout the whole process. Taking voice lessons with Jess was the best decision I've made all year!!! read more

Jess is AMAZING. For many years I tried lessons on and off with various teachers but never, ever got anywhere as far as I did with Jess with only 10 sessions! She taught me singing techniques that ACTUALLY work and make sense (for those of you who've been to a bunch of teachers that make us do so much random stuff we don't even know how to begin to practice at home!) She explains everything in a very straight forward way, and is very knowledgeable of her own excellent instrument, her voice. She is also super cool to be around But, there one more thing that makes her so special. Jess helped me go through and break down all those mental blocks I had been carrying around for YEARS that kept me from daring having a real go at my biggest dream. Never has any teacher was even remotely able to do so. Finding the right teacher is so crucial and it can make or break us singers. Especially when there are so many out there to choose from. Do yourself a favor and give her classes a try. read more

If you are looking for an outstanding vocal coach, look no further! She is truly THE BEST! To be a good couch, it is not enough to be a good singer (which she certainly is btw), one must be able to create such an environment that the student feels that they can open up, and believe they CAN actually progress, despite any past experiences and fears. And I personally had a hard time finding a teacher like that...until I found Jess! I fly to our sessions, no matter how busy and crazy my schedule is, because it all gets better after spending some time just letting it all go, and focusing on something that often gets neglected - my voice. And at every point you feel supported and guided, but also pushed just enough to make progress. Not to mention, she is super fun to be around! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Jess takes you on a riveting experience of discovery into your vocal chords and can take you through every level of growth from just starting out to advanced vocal training. She has this eloquent articulation of what to do at each step in order to improve that makes the adjustments seem simple and intuitive. I was honored to be coached by such a talented creator and curator of sound. I highly recommend working with Jess. read more

My daughter worked with Jess to get prepared for her high school auditions and we couldn't have done it without her! She found songs to show her abilities in their best light. She is such a pleasure and made the process fun and low pressure. Her techniques for teaching breath, volume, and range are fresh and simple. She was my partner in this process and I cannot thank her enough for all she did to help us through the madhouse that is high school admissions in NYC. Thanks, Jess! read more

There's no YouTube video that compares to sitting across from Jess. Even over Skype, Jess seems to see everything happening in my voice. Every lesson has been so clear, kind, and specific to where I am at. Jess knows exactly how to challenge without overwhelming me. These lessons have become so central to my art I can't imagine moving forward without them. read more

Jess is a powerhouse of wealth and knowledge of all things creative! If you're looking for a new direction, some inspiration or some excellent feedback in all the right ways, look no further then Jess. And the fact that i can connect with her via Skype from my home in Australia, allows me to have access to this world class musician/artist with such ease. I would highly recommend her services. read more