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Steven B.

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Teaches in English

Steven B. is a dynamic and versatile performer, vocalist, and educator whose lifelong passion for music and storytelling has taken him from intimate cabaret stages to international theaters entertaining thousands. A natural-born performer, Steven began singing and acting at a young age, embarking on his first professional opportunities shortly after a brief child acting career. By the age of fifteen, he knew that the stage was where he truly belonged.

Steven holds a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre from The Catholic University of America, where he honed his craft under the guidance of esteemed mentors such as Marc Bryan Lilley, Arianna Zukerman, and Frank Schiro. His training encompassed a rich foundation in vocal performance, acting, and dance — including five years of tap, as well as ballet, jazz, and movement work rooted in Viewpoints and Uta Hagen technique. He furthered his studies at the Rider Musical Theatre Institute, and later at New York City’s prestigious Open Jar Institute, where he worked with industry leaders James Gray, Stacia Fernandez, and Jeff Whiting.

As a performer, Steven’s career spans a remarkable range of styles and venues. He has captivated audiences as a principal soloist aboard Celebrity Cruises and AIDA Cruises, where he starred in Broken Strings, Rock the Concert, and Musical Magic. His high-energy performances with Who Loves You: A Tribute to Frankie Valli under Sharon Klein Productions showcased his powerful tenor voice and commanding stage presence. On land, Steven has appeared in acclaimed regional productions including Kinky Boots (Hangar Theatre, dir. Gerry McIntyre), Little Shop of Horrors (Broadhollow Theatre Company), Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again. (Hangar Theatre), and Into the Woods (Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre). His credits also include Celtic Fyre at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, as well as concert performances at the Kennedy Center and Arena Stage for Bernstein at 100 and Rodgers and Hart, respectively.​

As an educator, Steven brings this same passion and professionalism into his teaching. He believes that singing is the most natural and human form of artistic expression, a direct channel of emotion, creativity, and individuality. His studio philosophy balances rigor with joy: students are encouraged to challenge themselves and grow, but in a supportive, laughter-filled environment where learning is never stressful. “When we have fun,” Steven says, “we do our best work.”

Steven’s approach combines his deep technical training with an intuitive understanding of each student’s unique voice and personality. He emphasizes exploration over perfection, believing that when students reconnect with the joy of making music, the technique naturally follows. His goal is to help every singer, from beginner to advanced, discover their authentic sound, confidence, and artistic voice.

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I believe singing is the most natural and human form of artistic expression and when we reconnect with the joy of making music in a supportive, fun environment, our authentic voice and best work naturally emerge.

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Can a “bad singer” actually be taught to sing?

Yes. Voice is a trainable instrument, and what often feels like a lack of talent is usually a lack of technique, confidence, or the right teacher. With consistent weekly lessons and a teacher matched to your goals, nearly every adult and child makes steady, real progress. We’ve helped many students who said they couldn’t sing become confident performers.

Can I take voice lessons for pop, Broadway, jazz, or R&B, not just classical?

Yes. Most Soyulla voice students aren’t classical singers. They come to us for pop, musical theater, jazz, R&B, country, indie, soul, and contemporary styles. Our voice roster includes working performers across every one of those worlds, and we match you with a teacher who genuinely loves the music you want to sing.

Do Soyulla voice teachers come to our home?

Yes. In-home voice lessons are widely available across NYC. Your matched teaching artist comes directly to your home each week on a consistent day and time. Voice works well at home since you’re not carrying an instrument, and most NYC apartments handle weekly lessons without sound issues.

Do you offer voice lessons for musical theater auditions or college auditions?

Yes. Several teachers on our voice roster specialize in musical theater audition prep, including belt technique, character work, and audition cuts. We also work with high schoolers preparing college music auditions for BFA musical theater programs. Tell us your audition timeline during the matching call and we’ll match you with the right coach.

How does Soyulla match families with voice teachers in NYC?

We start with a 20-minute conversation about your goals, the styles you want to sing, your experience, and your schedule. From there, we identify the teaching artist who genuinely fits, make the introduction, and watch the first lessons closely. Our 99% teacher-student fit rate is the result of this care.

How long until I see real progress in voice lessons?

Most adult voice students notice meaningful changes in tone, breath support, and confidence within the first 4 to 6 weeks of weekly lessons. Range expansion and stronger style command typically build over 3 to 6 months. Long-term growth continues indefinitely, especially with consistent practice of 15 to 30 minutes most days.

How much do voice lessons in NYC cost?

Voice lesson pricing varies based on the teacher’s experience, lesson length, and frequency. Rather than quote a number out of context, we’d rather have a quick conversation about your goals and walk you through a clear, fixed price before anything begins. Most NYC voice students choose 45 or 60-minute weekly lessons.

Is 40 too old to start voice lessons?

No. Voice is one of the most welcoming instruments for adult beginners at any age. The vocal instrument continues developing throughout adulthood, and adults often progress faster than expected because they bring focus and motivation. Adults in their 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond start voice lessons with us every week.

What about stage fright and performance anxiety?

Performance anxiety is one of the most common things adult voice students bring to us, and our teachers are trained to work with it directly. Many of our voice teaching artists are working performers who’ve handled their own stage fright and can guide you through gradual exposure, recording playback, and pre-performance routines. For students prepping for an audition or recital, your teacher will support you through the lead-up.

What age can my child start voice lessons?

Formal voice lessons typically begin around age 7 or 8, when the vocal mechanism is developed enough for real technique. Younger children can sing in a play-based way through early-childhood music classes or school choirs, but technique-focused voice training usually waits until second or third grade. Teens and adults can absolutely start at any age.

What if the first voice teacher is not the right fit?

We adjust. The whole point of our matching process is to get the fit right, and if something isn’t clicking after 3 or 4 weeks, we re-match without making it complicated. Voice is especially personal, so chemistry matters even more than usual. Our 99% fit rate is the result of taking re-matching seriously when it’s needed.

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We provide in-home voice lessons across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and parts of New Jersey. Common neighborhoods include the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, West Village, Chelsea, SoHo, Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Astoria, Long Island City, Riverdale, and many more. Studio voice lessons are also available at our Manhattan studio.