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Singing & Voice Lessons in Upper East Side

Learn voice from working Manhattan musicians — at home in Upper East Side or online.

Kids & adults. All levels. All styles.

Healthy vocal technique Build range & power Pop, rock, jazz, classical Audition preparation Voice near Upper East Side Classical in your Upper East Side home
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Kalman Music Lessons — a music school designed for the busy New Yorker.

Kalman Music Lessons is a New York City music school whose teachers come to your apartment in Upper East Side. We teach piano, guitar, bass, drums, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, violin, cello, ukulele, voice and music theory to children and adults, including complete beginners. Lessons happen at your home, at one of our NYC studios, or online. Your first lesson is $15 in our studio or $50 at your home. After that, studio lessons start at $50 and at-home lessons at $60 per 30-minute lesson, both on a 10-lesson package. Call or text (917) 525-3374.

What you'll learn

A complete vocalist,
your way.

Every lesson combines breath, technique, and the songs you love to sing.

Your teacher

Teachers who gig, teach, and
inspire.

All of our teachers hold advanced degrees in music and bring years of performance experience to every lesson. No textbook teachers.

50+
Active teachers
13
Instruments
10+
Years teaching
9
NYC studios
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Your path

From first notes to
favorite songs.

Choose your style. We'll tailor technique to your goals.

Modern pop, R&B, and commercial styles — from Adele to Ariana.

Skills
  • Breath support basics
  • Simple melodies in comfortable range
  • Pitch matching
  • Mic technique
Repertoire
  • Someone Like You (Adele)
  • Perfect (Ed Sheeran)
  • Let It Be
  • Stay With Me
Skills
  • Mix voice & belting
  • Basic riffs & runs
  • Range expansion
  • Dynamic control
Repertoire
  • All of Me (John Legend)
  • Firework (Katy Perry)
  • Chasing Pavements
  • When I Was Your Man
Skills
  • Advanced riffs & melismas
  • Full range control
  • Studio technique
  • Original interpretation
Repertoire
  • Rolling in the Deep
  • At Last
  • I Will Always Love You
  • Original pieces

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Pricing

Plans built around your schedule.

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Membership
Starting at
$149 / month

The ClassPass-style membership for music.

Private lessons at NYC studios. Pro and Elite include free group classes; Hobby does not. Monthly and annual payment options have different commitments.

Hobby
Two 45-min lessons / month
$99/mo annual
$149/mo monthly
Pro Best value
Four 45-min lessons / month + groups
$199/mo annual
$249/mo monthly
Elite
Four 60-min lessons / month + rental
$249/mo annual
$299/mo monthly

Annual prices are monthly equivalents, paid up front: Hobby $1,188, Pro $2,388, Elite $2,988. Monthly billing starts at $149.

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Packages
Starting at
$50 / lesson

Private 1-on-1 lessons.

Buy four or ten credits at a time. Four-lesson credits expire after 90 days; ten-lesson credits after 120 days.

Studio pricing · per lesson
30 minutes
Great for kids & quick lessons
from $50
$65 single · $50 w/ 10-pack
45 minutes Popular
Most students start here
from $65
$80 single · $65 w/ 10-pack
60 minutes
Deep practice & prep
from $80
$95 single · $80 w/ 10-pack
At-home lessons from $60/30 min on a 10-lesson package. Full price list
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Not sure which fits? Book a first lesson and we'll help you choose.

Prices shown are for NYC studio lessons and are subject to our terms of service.

For families

Two or three kids on different instruments? One teacher, one visit.

A 60-minute lesson is shared between siblings — voice for one, guitar or drums for another — and priced as one lesson. 50+ teachers, most of whom play two or more instruments.

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The reviews are
in.

Don't take our word for it — look us up on Google and Yelp.

"Marcello is an amazing drum instructor! We look forward to his lesson every week!"
Zoe S. · Voice · Drums
"amazing teacher learned to play some songs on the piano right away highly recommended"
AMPM L. · Voice · Piano
"Alden is a wonderful teacher (sax for our elder and recorder for our younger). Highly recommend! And Tal runs a great ship. Really easy to deal with, price is right and incredible musicians."
Andy K. · Voice · Saxophone
"Great teacher! helped me learning the clarinet in less than a month. I’m already playing my favorite disney songs"
עדן ל. · Voice · Clarinet
"I’ve been Erika’s student now for several months. I love learning guitar from her. She is so knowledgeable and friendly. I look forward to my lesson every week. Highly recommend."
tessa F. · Voice · Guitar
"Quick & friendly service! Saved us with a last minute rental!!! Will be back forsure"
Mark G. · Voice · Music
Common questions

Voice lessons: your questions.

Pop vs classical — does it matter which I learn?

Your goals drive the technique. Pop/MT belt and classical head voice share a foundation but diverge quickly — we match the training to your music.

Do I need to read music?

No — we'll teach you by ear, and gradually introduce reading if you want it.

Are online voice lessons effective?

Yes — we use studio-quality audio setups so nuance comes through clearly, and shared-screen for sheet music and recordings.

How much are voice lessons in Upper East Side?

In-home voice lessons in Upper East Side start at $60 for 30 minutes on a 10-lesson package ($75 for a single lesson). Studio and online lessons start at $50 on a 10-lesson package ($65 single). Hobby studio membership includes two 45-minute lessons per month for $149 billed monthly, or $99/month equivalent with $1,188 paid annually. Pro and Elite include four lessons per month.

Do your teachers travel to Upper East Side?

Yes! Our voice teachers travel directly to your Upper East Side home for every lesson. You can also choose online lessons if that's more convenient. Same teacher, same time each week.

Can I start voice as a complete beginner in Upper East Side?

Absolutely. Many of our Upper East Side students start with zero experience. Your teacher will build a custom plan starting with the basics, and you'll be playing music you enjoy within the first few weeks.

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Our Locations

Home lessons & studio options

📍 Soho - by Prince Street

📍 Bed-Stuy - by the J/M/Z Myrtle Ave

📍 Bushwick - by the Wilson Ave L

📍 Crown Heights - by the Utica Ave A/C

📍 Prospect Heights - by Botanic Garden

📍 Greenpoint - by Greenpoint Ave G

📍 Upper East Side - by the 96th St 6

📍 Upper West Side - by the 1/2/3 96th St

📍 Financial District - by Wall St

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What to expect from voice lessons in Upper East Side

Voice lessons here are built around healthy, sustainable singing: how to stand and breathe, how to support tone from the diaphragm, and how to produce a clear, ringing sound without strain. From the first session, students work on breath support, resonance, vowel placement, and pitch accuracy, gradually gaining the flexibility and agility to move through their full range with ease. Instruction is personalized to each singer's voice and goals, whether they are preparing for an audition or simply learning to enjoy singing.

Because no two voices are alike, repertoire is chosen to fit each student's vocal type and musical interests. Singers explore classical arias, musical theater, pop, rock, jazz, and R&B, learning the belt, mix, and legato techniques each style asks for. This range keeps lessons genuinely engaging while building the versatility and authentic expression that carry across any kind of song.

Vocal health stays at the center of every lesson. Students learn proper warm-ups and cool-downs, how to notice and release tension, and how to manage breath pressure so the voice lasts through long rehearsals and performances. This mindful, careful approach protects the instrument and gives singers of every level the stamina to keep growing without injury or fatigue.

Kalman Music Lessons also treats performance as a skill worth practicing on its own. Students develop stage presence, microphone technique, and a real emotional connection to the lyrics they sing, with regular chances to perform that ease nerves and build confidence. Over time, singers gain the freedom and clarity to reach an audience whether they are on stage, at an audition, or in front of a recording microphone.

What makes Kalman Music Lessons different for voice lessons in Upper East Side?

Kalman Music Lessons prioritizes vocal health, stylistic versatility, and genuine artistry in every voice lesson. Students learn to sing with power, range, and confidence while developing their unique sound and stage presence. With focused, personalized instruction, singers of all levels gain the technique and assurance to perform authentically, making it the ideal choice for vocalists ready to grow and thrive.

Learning Voice in Upper East Side

There's something special about studying voice in Upper East Side. Spacious pre-war apartments with formal living rooms make the UES one of Manhattan's best neighborhoods for housing a grand or upright piano. With vocalists who perform across the city, every lesson connects you to NYC's wider musical theater community.

The neighborhood

Polished, tree-lined, and culturally rich — from Museum Mile to Carl Schurz Park, this is old-school New York at its most refined.

The scene here

The Upper East Side is home to the Metropolitan Museum, the 92nd Street Y's legendary concert series, and a long tradition of classical music education. Many of the city's top private music teachers have taught here for decades.

Nearby: 92nd Street Y / The Metropolitan Museum of Art · 4/5/6 to 86th Street or Q to 72nd Street

Upper East Side Voice Lessons for Kids & Adults

Our voice lessons teachers serve Upper East Side with personalized lessons and a supportive learning style. Claim your intro lesson.

Near Museum Mile, Central Park East, and the 77 St, 86 St, and 96 St (4/5/6) subway stations in Upper East Side.

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★★★★★
Amazing experience….. I love ‘Tal ‘ the Head of the Music school. He tought me Drums. So passionate So patient & so Professional. Thank you Highly Recommended
Michael H.drums · June 2026
★★★★★
Neal is the best guitar and bass teacher I’ve ever had! He is so knowledge about all instruments and music theory. Tal Kalman music school is extremely easy to work with and very responsive. I highly recommend using them for all your music needs needs. Also they’re right in the East Village in a gorgeous apartment that is truly the best play to learn whatever instrument you desire :)
lily S.guitar · East Village · July 2025
★★★★★
Noa is fantastic - she is easily able to adapt a lesson based on needs, even right in the moment. I started Ukelele with my son, and with a 30 min piano lesson for me. She was able to figure out a way for him to join me at the piano, for some fun and impromptu music composition time (and we are both beginners). Very inspiring, highly recommend.
Rosanna F.piano · March 2026
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