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Does Practicing Help? An Informal Study (Part II) Cover
11/22/2025

Does Practicing Help? An Informal Study (Part II)

In this article, Andy summarizes a six-week informal study showing that specific, consistent, and motivated practice — even in small amounts — helps singers improve.

"Jack White Vocal Analysis" - NYVC Singer Studies Ep. 34 Cover
11/17/2025

"Jack White Vocal Analysis" - NYVC Singer Studies Ep. 34

In this episode we’re studying one of the most sonically unsullied and unstifled artists of the 21st Century - guitar guru, singing stunt artist, and melodic mastermind. Join Nicolás Hormazábal, Abby Payne, Laura Castrillón, Zac Bradford, and Justin Stoney of New York Vocal Coaching as they tune in to Jack White!

Building Resilience and Confidence in Singing: For the Overthinkers Cover
11/8/2025

Building Resilience and Confidence in Singing: For the Overthinkers

In this article, Bryan shares how building mental resilience—by letting go of perfection, committing fully, and trusting repetition—helps singers overcome overthinking while growing in confidence.

NYVC Singer Spotlight: Robin Avery Cover
10/27/2025

NYVC Singer Spotlight: Robin Avery

NYVC’s Jamie Kaufman had the pleasure of interviewing Miami-born singer-songwriter and psychologist Robin Avery, whose passion for music began at age four and continues to flourish today. Now writing and recording original songs with her partner of 25 years, Robin has found new vocal freedom and confidence through New York Vocal Coaching—culminating in her upcoming release, Old Friends, out this November.

Tagged: Music Industry Careers Nyvc Singer Spotlight Robin Avery Singer/songwriter
The Secret to Singing With Less Effort: Resonance Made Simple Cover
10/25/2025

The Secret to Singing With Less Effort: Resonance Made Simple

In this article, Zac explains how tuning vocal resonance allows singers to achieve more power and less strain.

Frank Sinatra Vocal Analysis - NYVC Singer Studies Ep. 33 Cover
10/19/2025

Frank Sinatra Vocal Analysis - NYVC Singer Studies Ep. 33

𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗨𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲

What Does an Arranger Actually Do? Cover
10/11/2025

What Does an Arranger Actually Do?

In this article, Tim explains how arrangers adapt music for performers and contexts, distinguishing their role from music directors, orchestrators, and producers.

Tagged: Music Directing Music Industry Careers Recording Tim Rosser
Your First Voice Lesson - What to Expect Cover
9/27/2025

Your First Voice Lesson - What to Expect

In this article, NYVC teacher Abby Payne discusses what to expect when you go to your first voice lesson.

Tagged: Abby Payne How To Find Your Singing Voice Singing Lessons Voice Lessons For Beginners
NYVC Singer Spotlight: Cin Forster Cover
9/15/2025

NYVC Singer Spotlight: Cin Forster

Cin Forster is a New York based vocalist and songwriter carving out their own path as an artist. They recently connected with NYVC’s Jamie Kaufman to talk about their artistic journey, the process of building a home studio, and how they’ve turned challenges into original music.

Tagged: Cin Forster Cindy Forster Music Industry Careers Nyvc Singer Spotlight Singer/songwriter
3 Singing Principles I Wish I Had Known When Starting Out! Cover
9/13/2025

3 Singing Principles I Wish I Had Known When Starting Out!

In this article, Zac shares three key lessons—setting up "money" notes, using exaggeration to find balance, and letting all vocal systems share the load—to help singers unlock freer, more joyful expression.

Tagged: Acting Tips performance Tips How To Sing High Notes How To Sing With Emotion Vocal Strain