Mary Saunders-Barton is one of the world’s most renowned pedagogues and teachers of musical theatre singing. Thousands of people have witnessed her Bel-Canto/Can-Belto workshops, masterclasses, and DVDs, and she continues to be an inspiration even after I did my graduate work under her. She and Norman Spivey will be releasing Cross-Training in the Voice Studio: A Balancing Act in June, and you should absolutely pre-order a copy. HERE

Raymond Sage was my voice teacher in graduate school, and his approach to teaching is expertly balanced between artistry and the minutia of technique. He is also a gifted actor, mentor, and presenter (he, Joey Harrell, and I recently presented on Mentorship of Teaching-Artists at the Musical Theatre Educators’ Alliance conference). While he is based at Penn State where he now heads the Musical Theater Voice and Musical Theatre Voice Pedagogy programs, he goes around the country giving masterclasses— contact me HERE to bring both of us to your school or studio.

Matt Edwards of Shanendoah University and the Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) Institute is a pop/rock expert whose blog topics range from performance psychology to the intricacies of vocal anatomy. Check out his book So You Want to Sing Rock ’n’ Roll: A Guide for Professionals.

Amanda Flynn is a colleague of mine in NYC who teaches at Pace University in addition to her private studio, and her list of recommendations is extensive and helpful for all singers. She has several exciting research projects going on right now (one of which I am involved with and am very excited about). Reach out here if you are interested in hearing our presentation about how Broadway’s leading ladies approach their high belt.