My Approach – Contemporary Voice Lessons by Gabriel Weiner

Sing with
freedom!

My role as a voice teacher is to support and encourage you to trust your voice more and more each moment.

Classical singing and contemporary singing are different artforms.

Unless you want to be an opera singer, I would not recommend that you study with just any kind of voice teacher. I learned this the hard way when I was in college. My voice training then was quite frustrating because I wanted to sound like ME while my voice professor was teaching me to stand, breathe and sound like an opera singer.

I work with singers who want to sound like who they really are inside.

In opera, the goal is to create a sound that projects through the orchestra without a microphone. That’s why opera singers tend to sound so alike, they’re going after a very specific sound. Contemporary singers tend to sound very unique from one another because we have the great luxury of a microphone. This allows us to be our natural and intimate selves and sing however we intend to. This is what lessons are for – to get better at singing how YOU enjoy singing, not to follow a recipe from a heavily biased voice teacher.

It’s nice when others believe in you, but it’s much better when you believe in yourself.

I am a very strong proponent of a simple and reflexive approach to singing. I don’t have complicated, flashy or intimidating instructions. I am ALL about results. I train my students in a way that gets them to find their true voice, expands range, builds strength, prevents damage, significantly increases vocal options and ultimately develops an unshakable deep trust in their vocal abilities and skills. My clients report that they experience a great boost in confidence and ease in themselves and their voices.

I gradually and steadily challenge the voice of my client so that it continues to grow and improve.

To read what some of my students have to say about taking lessons with me, check out Reviews

I work with singers of all levels who are over the age of 14.

I do not require a commitment, although I recommend it for singers who are serious about their craft. You can take a single lesson or as many as you’d like (based on my availability).

I specialize in contemporary genres like pop, rock, musical theater (contemporary and legit), country, jazz, R&B, soul, folk, singer-songwriter, indie, tropical (merengue, bachata, salsa), EDM, blues, gospel and hip-hop.

For committed singers, I recommend at least one lesson a week. I offer 30, 45 and 60 minute lessons to accommodate different budgets and schedules.

I teach in person in New York City and worldwide via Zoom.

If you have more questions, check out Q&A or Contact me directly.
I’d be glad to answer any questions.

Great first lesson! Not just for the physical aspect but also the mental/philosophical. Great teacher, great person.

Randy Locke

Gabriel is an amazing voice teacher always patient and ready to adapt to the student’s needs.

Carlos C.

Gabriel is a joy to work with. He was able to allow me to transition through the different parts of my voice smoother. He helped boost my confidence as a performer. Showed me how the voice in all encompassing mentally, emotionally, physically along with natural ability. Though sometimes unconventional it works!! If you committed to the vocal exercises you WILL see results! Thank you Gabriel!

Nina

One lesson with Gabriel and you can tell he teaches what he loves. He is an expert on all of the technical aspects of the voice and precisely explains to you how the voice works and how your body makes certain sounds. He is extremely patient and takes time to answer all of your questions. He also has tremendous empathy and understands more than anyone that I’ve ever met why singing is so difficult. He understood right when he met me that one of my biggest barriers was my mental state and that somehow, over the years, I had convinced myself that I couldn’t sing. He gently encouraged me to step out and start working towards my dream.

Gabriel’s approach is one of the most natural that I’ve seen – he has a way of “allowing” the right technique to happen without you having to work or think too hard about getting it right. After just a few months with Gabriel, I can already notice the voice I was meant to have emerging from a place I had shut down a long time ago. He has a way of making you feel safe right from the start, and truly encourages you from start to finish.

If you want someone who will get you the results you are looking for, Gabriel is your person!

Melissa

Working with Gabriel was AMAZING!! I immediately saw a difference in my voice after working with him!! He’s MY COACH NOW AND FOREVER!!

Kevin Y.

I’m so glad I chose Gabriel. His approach is unique and helpful.

Catherine P.

Gabriel is an awesome teacher! He has helped me not only with my speaking voice, but he has helped me with the underlying issues of it with my confidence and self-esteem. Gabriel is an all-around good teacher to help in the areas of arts to helping you break habits that eat away your personality. I would definitely recommend him for any kind of person, young or old.

Quentin Johnson

I’d like to say that Gabriel Weiner is a excellent vocal coach. He transformed my voice with the 1st session. His techniques are so effective and easy to do. His professionalism is top notch, he teaches with patience & understanding!!!

Tyrone B.

Gabriel has been super helpful, patient and great to work with. The information he shares in session and one off has been invaluable! I recently recorded a song and wouldn’t have been able to have as much control, good pitch or confidence without his help.

Alexis S.

I worked with Gabriel and have to say he helped me so much. Not only in how to discover my own voice, but in confidence and truly feeling the songs I was singing so that my performance is genuine. I now make a living doing music. He is a great teacher that brings out the best in his students

Stephanie

Gabe is very honest and down to earth each lesson builds on top of the other and I like that it’s exciting and refreshing definitely would recommend you learn from Gabe

Karon P.

Every second in Gabriel Weiner’s lesson is ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT!! I find myself lucky to have been able to find such a great teacher! I came into the class scared, nervous and insecure about my singing. After just two lessons I feel not only confident but excited because Gabriel has really pushed my voice farther than I ever thought it could reach. If you’re still looking for a voice coach… THEN STOP!! Because Gabriel will be the only coach you’ll ever need. He’s extremely talented at what he does and he’s also a cool guy!

Kelly G.