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Vocal Coach

What does a Vocal Coach do?

A VOCAL COACH assists performers in finding their own unique musical style and stage presence. This is typically accomplished through private lessons with an individual ACTOR in order to find what makes them stand out in an already competitive market. VOCAL COACHES are less technical than VOCAL DIRECTORS, focusing on things such as emotional connections to a song, pronunciation, and repertoire building.

Skills

Vocal performance | Ability to maintain good vocal health | Patience | Ability to use one’s body and voice to convey emotion | Music theory

Pathways

Degree in vocal performance or education | Apprenticeships | Assisting

How to become a Vocal Coach

Many colleges and universities offer degrees in vocal performance with concentrations or duel enrollment in education. Those starting out may want to seek out apprenticeships with coaches in their regional area. Practicing an instrument, such as the piano, is also important, as this allows prospective vocal coaches to assist with practices and be in the room for training.

Union/Professional Organization Affiliations

National Association of Teachers of Singing

Resources

Playbill’s “How Broadway’s Most In-Demand Vocal Coach Kept Ben Platt, Neil Patrick Harris, and More Healthy”
James C. McKinney’s The Diagnosis & Correction of Vocal Faults
Anthony F. Jahn’s The Singer’s Guide to Complete Health

American Theatre Wing’s “Working in the Theatre: Vocal Coach”

ShowbizU: Vocal Coach- Matt Farnsworth & Tim Kashani