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1/18/2025

Dealing with Discouragement

In this article, New York Vocal Coaching Instructor Abby Payne discusses tips for how singers can deal with discouragement.

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1/4/2025

Music for All: An Ode to Building and Servicing Our Community

In this article, Andy King discusses the impact community service through music has made on him and explores ways we can help build and service our communities.

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12/21/2024

How to Practice Singing Part VII: Make Practice Habits Satisfying

In this article, Zac highlights the importance of making your regular singing practice satisfying, giving yourself rewards during and after practice sessions, and avoiding shortcuts and unhelpful rewards.

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12/7/2024

Practicing Singing in New York City: A Practical Guide

In this article, Bryan offers practical solutions to students struggling to find a private and safe space to practice singing in New York City.

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11/23/2024

How to Find Your Key Part III: Points of Consideration

In Part III of the series How to Find Your Key, Tim Rosser lists various important points of consideration when choosing your key for a song based on a singer's learning and artistic goals along with logistical limitations.

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11/9/2024

Podcast Recommendations for Voice Enthusiasts: A Compilation

In this article, Zac Bradford discusses his love for podcasts about singing and voice, and outlines a list of his favorite podcasts based on content and who the content is geared towards.

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10/26/2024

How to Sing with Emotion: Storytelling through Acting Tools

In this article, NYVC teacher Bryan Chan discusses the importance of cultivating singing with emotion for all singers (even non-actors/singers) and offers several acting-related tools for emotional access when singing.

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10/12/2024

Singing Is For Everyone Part II: The WHAT and HOW of Singing

In Part II of Andy's "Singing Is For Everyone" series, Andy interviews his students about WHAT they’ve gained from lessons and HOW they achieved those gains with Andy.

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9/21/2024

How to Find Your Key Part II: What is Your Key?

In part II of How to Find Your Key series, Tim Rosser debunks the myth that there is only one "best key" for a singer, and discusses why it's important to own your voice and intentionally choose the right key for your voice.

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9/7/2024

Virtual Voice Lessons: A Practical Guide

In this article, NYVC Instructor Abby Payne discusses practical ways to elevate virtual voice lessons to the next level, enhancing learning efficiency and flexibility for singers all around the world.