Learn to improvise with confidence—from one note to bebop. Improvisation is one of the most exciting—and intimidating—aspects of jazz singing. Many vocalists assume they need years of theory or lightning-fast scat syllables before they can begin improvising. The truth is that improvisation starts with listening, responding, and trusting your musical instincts. This edition of Inside the Archive brings together five outstanding JazzVoice master classes that approach improvisation from...

At JazzVoice, we've built a library of over 500 classes, masterclasses, and workshops featuring some of the most respected artists in jazz. It's an incredible resource—but it can also be a lot to navigate. That's why we created Inside the Archive. This series is designed to guide you through the JazzVoice library by theme, curating standout moments from our archive and helping you discover teachers, ideas, and approaches you may have missed. 🎙 This Week's Theme: Master Classes from 2020...

Today I'm excited to share that I'll be joining the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music. May 16 I attended Samara Joy's concert with the New York Philharmonic. I invited my classical teacher from undergrad Nan Guptill- Crain as my plus one. There I was with my teacher watching my student sing with the NY Philharmonic...