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.

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.

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.

Gabriel has a magical quality about his technique and approach. He leaves a lasting impression with his professionalism and his ability to dissect exactly what it is you need. If you are looking for someone to not only teach you how to sing but to also change your life in more ways than one, this is exactly where you need to be. I couldn’t be more grateful of my time with Gabriel. He’s truly a gem.

Adam

Gabriel was an excellent instructor. In thirty minutes he was able to identify where my voice needed the most work as well as help me sing with a lot more clarity. Looking forward to developing my voice with his guidance.

Troy S.

Gabriel has been very helpful to me. He is patient and really pays attention to detail while listening to you vocalize. He has helped me unlock different parts of my voice that I didn’t even know were possible. I highly recommend him to any one with the passion to sing and get better everyday.

Nick Castro

One lesson and my voice is already feeling stronger, has my confidence already rising. Thank you so much!!!

Joe P.

Gabriel is very patient and understanding, helping to guide you into the areas that you need to work on and improve. He is fantastic at explaining things in ways you can understand them to help you better reach your goals. Additionally, he is all about being yourself and feeling comfortable which makes the experience all the more enriching!

John

Amazing vocal coach!

Erika B.

Gabriel is by far my favorite vocal teacher! He is so fun and creative, yet he is strict as well. He makes learning so fun and I feel like I’ve learned a great deal from everything he has taught me! I have progressed as a singer, but he has helped me grow out of my shell and be more confident and less anxious. He truly is an amazing teacher and an amazing human being! My experience with him has been incredible and I’ve learned so much.

Aswathi

Awesome instructor, incredibly knowledgeable on the voice and social factors in releasing it. Really an amazing resource, take advantage of his experience. Highly recommended if you’re looking for someone to talk you through releasing your voice and your real you.

Kunle O.

I love working with Gabriel! He is so in tune, no pun intended, with me. Each lesson is tailored for me and his encouragement has been priceless. Gabe wants nothing more than for you to be your best self and encourages one to experiment and step out of their comfort zone. Because of this, I have seen such improvement, not only my singing, but in my attitude and confidence in my voice. His lessons are always exciting and I learn something new each time. I look forward to our lessons and his words of wisdom, honest critiques, and knowing I can try anything without judgement.

Stephanie Huber

I never expected what he delivers. Amazing teacher! I’m a musician/songwriter who didn’t start out as a singer and new something was not quite right. The physical/mind connection in vocalizing.

Jeffrey B.