We chose Samuel's voice lessons for my daughter to give her confidence for her upcoming musical. She was nervous going into her first appointment, and she came out incredibly grateful and thankful for each appointment, and her voice sounds great now! Samuel had been my yoga teacher previously and I remember thinking at the time, this man is so kind and wonderful and has a beautiful voice. Glad we discovered he does voice lessons! read more

I always had a thin voice. I wanted to sing but I wasn't sure were to start. Sam started by asking me what kind of music I was drawned to and he created a teaching plan with both exercises and singing practice. He made me feel safe and I was amazed at how I was able to use my voice. His meticulous description of exercises helped me understand what singing was supposed to feel like and I progressed steadily, guided by his unwavering support and enthusiasm. I feel I learned so much and my voice is much stronger. And best of all, I can enjoy singing and have a set of techniques I can use to warm up and make my voice stronger. Sam is extremely knowledgeable and kind. What a wonderful teacher! read more

I love music and have always wanted to sing. But I'd been told my whole life that I can't hold a tune. Recently I finally got the courage to take lessons and I feel so lucky to have found Sam. He has been encouraging from the start, assuring me that I can learn and improve. And he was right! What's made a real difference for me is that Sam manages to be highly supportive, while simultaneously pushing me to do more than I think I'm able to. He has deep technical knowledge of vocal technique, but is also in touch with the feeling music invokes. He thinks creatively about how to help me understand the relationship between the way my voice sounds and the way my body feels when making different sounds. I still have a long way to go, but thanks to Sam's lessons I now know that I can improve my singing, and that was my number one goal. And now I can enjoy singing and making music in a way I didn't think possible before Sam's lessons. read more

My cat used to run out of the room when I sang. Now she sits next to me at the piano and purrs... We credit Samuel for the improvement... Samuel provided practical instruction, coaching and guidance, specific to my vocal challenges and artistic goals. I followed his instructions, stuck with it, and learned to sing. Through the process, Samuel has been a patient, supportive, and encouraging teacher. I highly recommend his services. read more

When I could no longer sing with my local choir due to COVID, I decided to take lessons with Sam. My sister had taken lessons with him and raved about what a great experience it was. I hadn't had voice lessons since I was in college, so thought I might try it again to stay in the singing game. (I'm in my 60's now.) Working with Sam on finding my true singing voice has been transformative. I had no idea it would affect so much of my life, from truly enjoying my own singing voice, to finding my "voice" to speak up in many other areas of my life. Sam makes even the hardest work fun. There is a lot of laughter included with the physical work to make good vocal production. He makes it such a safe space for such a vulnerable activity. Absolutely zero regrets about any time or money spent on Sam's voice coaching. (He's also amazing as a yoga teacher....) read more

Did not know what to expect as I never though i would take voice lessons but the experience has been awesome. Sam is an excellent teacher and makes learning fun and intuitive. I look forward to my weekly class and can already see some improvement in my singing. Highly recommend Sam jf you are or arent looking for lessons! read more

Sam is a phenomenal singing teacher. He is extremely professional and always on time. He understands how to teach singing and loves to sing. I wanted to learn how to sing some of my favorite rock songs and he worked with my voice with training exercises, body, posture and learning how to relax. I am amazed at how much I have improved. I can really sing!!! He teaches all kinds of music too. Musical theater, opera, jazz and rock, etc.. A great teacher and wonderful person. Singing is great for the soul! read more

I've always fantasized about hiring a voice coach, but since I'm not a singer, it seemed like a silly girl's dream. For some reason, I followed a gut instinct and pulled a tab with his number off of a flyer in a coffee shop. Best risk I ever took. Sam is kind, genuine, encouraging and SUCH a good teacher. He met me where I was as a total newbie to the "voice lesson" world and made me feel like a million bucks as we worked through exercises. The thing about these lessons is not only did I become more comfortable in my singing, I became more confident using my voice in general. I felt more confident in general! These lessons have been one of the greatest gifts I've given myself. read more

I've been taking lessons with Sam remotely for about a year and it's been really great! I feel so much more comfortable singing and feel more in touch with the relationship between my body and my voice than I ever have before. read more

Samuel is the best teacher I've ever had for anything, ever. He breaks down singing in a very articulate and accessible way, and gives incredible helpful and personalized feedback every time we meet. He remembers all the details from all our previous lessons (been doing an hour weekly for about 9 months now) and has built a curriculum that perfectly fits my needs. Couldn't recommend more! read more

This review is way overdue since I've been taking lessons with Sam for a year now and have loved my entire past year with him! I've been wanting to take lessons for several years now, and finally had the chance to try starting July 2021. I'm an adult beginner so I was super nervous to sign up for lessons since I have very little musical background growing up. I should also mention that I met up with a different voice coach when I was first researching who to take lessons with, but ultimately decided to sign up with Sam because I loved how comfortable he made me feel during our initial lesson! Sam makes each lesson super fun and I really feel like I learn a lot after each lesson. We meet on Monday and Mondays have been the highlight of my week (and nobody every says that about Mondays!). He's super encouraging, kind, empathetic but also honest, in the most uplifting way possible. All the qualities a good instructor needs! The only reason why I stopped lessons is b/c I'm about to have a baby and will need some time to adjust to my crazy new life :) But after I told my hubby I was pregnant, literally the next thing I said was "how soon can I go back to my singing lessons after the baby arrives??" so while I am taking a break currently, I really really want to go back to lessons with Sam as soon as I can manage it (cross fingers!). read more

I've been going to Sam for a year and a half and love him. I've never had voice lessons. He's helping me to use my voice and breath together to sing in a way I never thought I could. He is fun, creative, present, and knowledgeable. I look forward to my weekly lessons and highly recommend him! read more

I have been a professional touring musician for 25 years. I don't know why it took me so long to look for support and guidance with voice. Sam's instruction has changed my life. I was given tools in the first lesson that I immediately brought to the stage. Everyone in my professional life that I care about has noticed the change in both my performance and my confidence. I can't imagine a more caring, talented and compassionate teacher. read more

I've been working with Sam for nearly a year. He's a really nice guy, he's very encouraging, he's a trained vocalist, he understands vocal technique, and he customizes our lessons to my areas of need. What else could you ask for? I'm read more

Sam is the best voice teacher I've ever had. Easily one of the best teachers I've had in any field. I approached his practice as a Rock and Roll singer needing to improve my technique/vocal ease. I walked away from his lessons having achieved just that. This guy teaches classical opera style singing. Though this was very different from my Rock/Metal background, it really helped inform my style. I learned a lot about vowel shape and resonance, throat musculature, and body support of breath pressure. Despite not singing classical style in my bands, I use these techniques every time I sing. His teaching style is gentle, reassuring, and very informed. Lessons were fun and productive, even when I was feeling down on myself or my singing. I took regular lessons with Sam for a little over a year. Wouldn't trade that experience for anything. Five very enthusiastic stars for a truly top-tier teacher! read more

Taking voice lessons with Sam is one of my best life decisions. I have been meeting with Sam on an almost weekly basis for the past nine months. He is a wonderful human being and highly skilled teacher. I had a fear of singing in front of people, so I was quite apprehensive when I arrived for my first lesson. These feelings quickly dissipated because Sam is kind, non-judgmental, funny, and playful. I love to sing (alone in my car-haha) and wanted be happy with how I hear myself. I also had a goal, which I believed to be unrelated. A goal to increase the power of using my voice. I did not realize I could achieve that through voice lessons because I thought voice lessons would only help my singing voice. I now realize that my lessons have not only supported my singing voice, but have also increased the way I use my voice in my own life. Sam has helped me find a confidence and belief in the capacity of my voice. I am so grateful for the tools he has taught me to expand the use my voice and highly recommend meeting with Sam if you want to awaken the singer inside you and strengthen your own voice. read more

I have wanted to improve my voice and take singing lessons for quite awhile. I'm glad I took the chance and decided to try it out! Samuel is patient, funny, and kind during every lesson. I've taken many lessons for things over the years and I don't feel that the online format makes it any less impactful. If anything it is even more comfortable to be in your own home while making weird sounds and doing slightly odd (at times) exercises! I am already feeling more confident singing and feeling less strain on higher notes after a little over a month. read more

I'm grateful for Sam's skill and talent as a voice coach. I was incredibly surprised by how effective virtual voice coaching can be. In a short session Sam was able to give me useful and effective skills to work with chronic vocal fatigue. He's personable, lighthearted, professional, inspiring and easy to work with. read more

Being a teacher myself, I see the strong teacher in Samuel. He listens, pays attention, and is an expert in leading me through a voice lesson. My lesson was online and it didn't detract from my experience one bit. I'm a yoga and meditation teacher and his advice and guidance were spot on! Little corrections of my posture made a big difference. How to regulate my breathing made a big difference. He was very encouraging and I had a really great time learning from him. My session was super fun and I'd recommend him highly to anyone who wants to learn how to train their voice, from whatever profession you happen to be from. Give Samuel a try! He won't disappoint. read more

I have always loved to sing for as long as I can remember, and I've always been terrified of singing in front of others. Sometimes I'd sound lovely and others I would sound like I was forcing my voice to places it didn't want to go. I was inconsistent and did not have control of what I was doing. The first time I sang in front of someone - my cousin - I had him stand in the other room and put his face in a pillow. Earlier this year, I chose my first venue to sing publicly: my grandmothers funeral. Emotions were high, and I was riddled with anxiety. It was...an experience. It prompted me to explore my instrument (as Sam refers to it) and sign up for voice lessons. Sam made me feel calm, comfortable, and safe from our very first lesson together. I have been taking 30 minute lessons every other week for a few months and I'm completely amazed at how much I've learned and what I can access. I now sing everywhere and to anyone! With confidence and dare I even say, JOY! Singing is a skill, and Sam has helped me to learn and refine my skill. I look forward to every lesson and I leave feeling fantastic and proud. If there's a polar opposite to Ursula (Little Mermaid!), Sam is it. If you're thinking about or have ever thought about voice lessons, do it! And Sam is the person to go to. read more

Sam is an amazingly gifted teacher. He is patient, intuitive and funny. My daughter has been working with Sam for the last two years (she's 9 now). He helps her to be present, find her voice and meets her where she is at. He is teaching her so many skills- how to respect her body and voice, how to understand pacing and time, music theory, and how to listen, all in a 30 minute weekly lesson on zoom. She has grown immensely in her singing and confidence. I am deeply grateful for all that he has gives his students. read more

I have been taking lessons from Sam for almost 2 years, and he is such a great teacher! He really caters the lesson to serve the client, and adjusts any exercises if they aren't working, as well as being compassionate and understanding. I have genuinely improved so much since I started back in September 2020, and I can really say that he has helped me so much in my lessons. 10/10! read more

Sam is an amazing singing teacher, and I grew so much with my technique while studying with him. He takes a holistic approach and notices everything from posture to jaw tension to support and tone. He always made me fee supported and welcomed. I would highly recommend him! read more

Sam has been an incredible teacher to our daughter. She started with him at age 10, and has developed her voice beautifully since then (now nearly 12). He makes it fun, always meets her where she is, and she is always excited for the next lesson each week. He has been accommodating of the occasional schedule change when needed and is always on time and ready to work. She used to see him in person, but now we zoom and both have been meaningful and fun. Recently they have prepared her for an audition, and after she was assigned her role, they work on the pieces for the show. Her confidence and ability are both growing! He is so responsive to her needs and they have a great rapport. Can't say enough great things about Sam! read more

After weeks of searching for the right voice instructor, I noticed the word "tenor" and saw the name Samuel Palmer next to it. I instantly went to his website and looked for his times, price, and reviews. But with the lack of reviews on yelp, I emailed him based on my gut feeling about Samuel, and I was right. After one lesson I am more than excited to continue lessons with Samuel until my wallet can no longer afford it. Right from the start we got into singing! I really enjoyed that because I mean who wants to waste any minute of the hour they are paying for? Which brings me to the price, best I could find, and I'm sure he could raise the price like his competitors (around $90 per hour) but no, this guy is affordable, and GOOD. Like another review said he is very patient, calm, and very inspiring. The main reason, and first thing I told my girlfriend about him when I got out was the fact that he was SO enthusiastic about everything. If you're thinking he's just trying to make you feel good so you can come back then you are wrong. If he's not being enthusiastic then he is being very informative on how to correct my technique or posture. After correcting it and doing the same exercise I am lifted up by a loud and sincere "FANTASTIC" or "BEAUTIFUL." We also started on a song ALREADY, which was fun. I learned so much in just one lesson, I really think this guy is going to get me to the best sounding voice I can produce. Also, increase my confidence which is a big problem. Who knows, this may only be a handful of the glories I will get out of lessons with Sam. read more

If you want to sing (and want to actually sound good doing it), but have no idea where to start - start with Sam. I was looking for someone who could help me evolve from my low-man-voice-yoga-class-singing and Sam delivered. Sam helped me find my ideal range (a tenor - who knew!?) and coached me to be in my body and stay present to make beautiful music. We even had a lot of fun through the process. I'd recommend Sam to anyone who is looking to grow their vocal abilities - he's a fantastic coach and mentor. read more

I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Samuel. 18 months ago, I decided I wanted to have someone tell me if I could even sing. I did not have high hopes for myself. I found Samuel by doing a search on the Internet and after one quick email, I was signed up for my first lesson. Singing is incredibly personal. It is your voice. Samuel understands that dynamic and he has always handled our lessons with respect and a good sense of humor. He offers constructive feedback but I have never felt like the feedback is critical or personal. If I felt either one of those things, I am not sure I would have kept coming back. I have really enjoyed becoming more comfortable with my voice and its capabilities. I learned that I am a "bass" which probably explains why contemporary music was so difficult for me to sing. After lots of practice, I can now sing those contemporary songs and they don't feel like such a stretch anymore. I have recommended Samuel to anyone who says they can't sing because I think he can show them that they can. read more

I took private singing lessons from Sam for a year. I went from a compete novice with no singing experience to feeling very comfortable singing in front of folks and genuinely enjoying my voice and singing. Sam always kept a very relaxed, welcoming and entertaining environment with my singing lessons. I always felt very encouraged while moving through the exercises, and Sam kept a really positive atmosphere throughout every lesson. I honestly think his background in yoga also plays a huge role in how effective he is as an instructor. His knowledge of physiology was immensely helpful when describing what I should be doing differently with my body, and many times exercises included being mindful of muscles and tension which made immediate and notable differences in my voice. There was always a focus on comfortable and healthy singing. Also - no matter what I brought in - from classical to country to art songs and even theater pieces, Sam was always excited and willing to help me find the way I wanted to sing it. My hour lessons consisted of ~30 minutes of mindful stretching, warm-ups and exercises, and another ~30 minutes of working on both art pieces and songs I brought in, with the art pieces allowing for practicing all the techniques I learned. If you're looking for an affordable, effective, humble and overall caring instructor I cannot recommend Sam highly enough. Singing is the best therapy and confidence builder I've had in years and it is all thanks to Sam. read more

Sam is downright amazing. I couldn't ask for a better guide, cheerleader and general sidekick in my journey back to singing after a 40+ year absence. I'm learning so much from him about vocal technique, so much I'd never learned. His explanations are clear and clever, and the vocal exercises he teaches are fun and now part of my daily routine. He discovered and is cultivating my inner tenor (I had always been a baritone: Who knew?!) What fun! Lavish in praise, gentle in criticism, he listens really carefully and is a bit of a perfectionist. He's always encouraging me to be better. What more could you ask for? My favorite Sam word: "Again!" When we started working together 10 months or so ago, I told him that my goal was to join a chorus. A couple of months back, I auditioned for and was accepted to the community chorus I most admired, and I'm having a ball. Thinking of taking voice lessons? Please, you owe it to yourself, be sensible, meet Sam, you won't be sorry. read more

Samuel Palmer is a fabulous teacher. Patient, calm, inspiring and accommodating- Sam is wonderful to work with. My voice is less than graceful, yet he is able to guide and challenge me, working my vocal chords into cooperation and ...song! From our work together I have gained confidence in not only my voice, but also my presence and my Self. Sam is an angel. Don't hesitate to trust his skill and abilities! Sam makes singing FUN! read more

This was my first time taking any voice lessons. Sam helped me recognize some technical things to work on, and I am already singing much better by the end of the first lesson. read more

I really can't praise Sam enough as a teacher and a person. First off, Sam is a wonderful guy. He has a wonderful spirit and is one of the most authentically nice people I have ever met. When you go into his class room, you don't feel any pressure or any judgement. He really makes me feel like I am with someone who authentically cares for my success. I mention Sam being a wonderful person because that was essential for my learning experience. I am not a confident singer. At all. Even with past teachers, I very rarely ever let myself go and just sing. Because Sam has such a relaxing presence, I was able to sing in front of him and actually get better at singing. If you are constantly worried about someone judging your singing you will never get better. Nobody will have that problem with Sam. He really made me feel like I was in a safe environment. With me, he also showed an extraordinary ability to catch all of the bad habits of singing. He places an emphasis on the physical part of singing and it really helps fix the problems. He doesn't just listen to your singing, he also watches your breathing, where your tongue is and all of the other parts that go into singing. He knows all of the mechanics of singing and it really helped me learn better. Sam is a great teacher and a great guy. I can't recommend him enough. read more

My daughter loved her music lessons with Mr.Palmer. She gained confidence in herself and her ability developed in a way that exceeded our expectations. Mr. Palmer is patient and gentle. At the same time he really focuses in on technique. I was always astounded by the way he helped my daughter to recognize for herself what she was doing and how to adjust it. I honestly feel that my daughter will forever remember her time taking lessons with Samuel Palmer. He is one of those rare teachers whose impact reaches far beyond the obvious. read more

I met Sam over a year ago and am determined to make this singing thing work. I've been singing most of my adult life at home with friends while my partner plays piano. I love to sing but have never been trained technically. Upon meeting Sam he recognized some key mistakes that I have been doing for over twenty years. Lots of bad habits that restrict my ability to sing with ease and joy. He has several approaches that have started to work for me. It's not easy to break old habits let alone teach an old dog new tricks. Sam has been innovative, creative and most of all patient with me. He's a great singing teacher who I would recommend to anyone with the desire and will to sing correctly. I've used other singing teachers through the years but none as thorough, technical and positive as Sam. read more

I am a slooowww learner who needed a little help keeping up with my a cappella choir. I found Sammy on line, and he was great -- exactly what I needed. He was so encouraging and went at my pace. He helped me gain confidence, and I am so much more comfortable in my choir now. I got super busy at work and teaching, so I had to give up the lessons for a while, but Sammy is great. Two enthusiastic thumbs up. read more

Sam was so great with my daughter when she was just starting out singing. His patience, warmth, and guidance gave her the confidence that she need to understand and use her voice. She has now been in several shows and was accepted to the SOTA Vocal Department. Sam is a great combination of kind and professional. read more