Testimonials
“I first worked with Jacob when I was eleven years old, completely convinced that I was incapable of belting the end of "Lamest Place in the World". Jacob graciously helped me hit that high note by giving me a series simple exercises to help work my upper range, and I have been in complete awe of him ever since. Not only is he a wonderfully insightful vocal coach, he is also extremely fun and a pleasure to work with. I am immensely grateful for everything he has helped me accomplish.”
— Mallory Bechtel (Zoe in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway)
“Jacob is fabulous! As someone with very little previous vocal training, I was really nervous about embarrassing myself in front of a coach and my peers. Jacob has made me feel so comfortable and confident in my singing. He is willing to explain things 1000 different ways until one clicks, and I always leave smiling. And hey, now I’m going on tour, so he must’ve done something right!”
“Working with Jacob has completely changed my relationship to my voice. I've learned to approach singing with a judgement-free curiosity that has allowed me to take risks, make new sounds, and expand my vocal abilities. All of my lessons feel crafted specifically for how I sing and how my instrument works, which is a welcome change from the one-size-fits-all approach I've gotten from many teachers in the past. I feel more excited to sing now than I have in years, and I know this is in part due to Jacob's teaching and encouragement.”
-Shannon Helene Barnes (Athena in Athena at Thrown Stone Theater Company)
“Jacob prepared me for 9 show weeks in a super challenging role - finding the easiest placement for the material and promoting the longevity of my voice. Using his curated warm-up, every day I’ve felt strong, capable, and knowledgeable about how to best treat my instrument. “
-Alessandra Antonelli (Wednesday in The Addams Family Musical at Cape Fear Regional Theater)
“Working with Jacob is a truly wonderful experience from start to finish. Not only is he an incredibly gifted pianist, his savvy knowledge of music, the style should be singing in, AND the best way to approach technique in that style is absolutely stellar. I have counted on Jacob the and again with numerous concerts and auditions and he never fails to come through. I owe a lot to him!”
— Anneliese Van Der Pol (Belle in Beauty in the Beast on Broadway)
“I went to Jacob to increase the little bit of belt I thought I had. He has done that and more! Through his technique, I have discovered my chest voice in a way that is increasing and getting stronger everyday. Because of this Jacob has also helped me find confidence in my voice. I have learned to appreciate the uniqueness in MY own instrument and no longer feel the need to mimic anyone else’s. I highly recommend him for all your vocal needs!”
— Marinda Anderson (Miss You Like Hell at The Public Theater)
"He gets singing like no other teacher I’ve worked with. He is approachable, understanding, and immensely intuitive about vocal production. I gained a full step to both ends of my range after my first lesson, and have since gained even greater control of my instrument. His insight is as helpful as it is profound. I cannot recommend him enough."
— Nick Moulton (Beautiful National Tour)
