John Mooney
Gain confidence and clarity in your singing voice with support from a Binghamton-based vocal coach
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John Mooney
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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John - Get to know your vocal coach
I'm John Mooney, a passionate NYC-based singing tutor with over 9 years of experience. I specialize in personalized singing lessons for students at all levels, from kids to adults, amateurs to professionals. My expertise spans various styles including Classical, Pop, Rock, Movie, and Country singing. We'll focus on enhancing your vocal skills through breathing exercises, vocal exercises, and working on songs that will highlight your unique sound. I am completely supportive and create a supportive space where you can explore your voice confidently. You can do this! I'm a professional singer and actor who has worked with people on Broadway and The Metropolitan Opera and have sung on major stages in the NYC area. Together let's unleash the inner performer that's always been there and make you the singer you've always wanted to be!
Meet John
Your vocal coach specialities
Ear training
Music Performance Techniques
Sight Singing
Harmony and Chords
Scales and Modes
Music History
Music Technology
Music theory
Improvisation & Composition
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for advanced
All Levels
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
Home schooled
Singing for kids
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Singing for intermediate
Singing lessons highlights
As a singing tutor specializing in Classical, Pop, Rock, Movie, and Country genres, I offer personalized lessons tailored to students' current skill levels, whether beginners or seasoned professionals. My teaching style is expressive, engaging, and aimed at building confidence while fostering patience and understanding individual learning styles. I utilize various tech tools like DAWs, digital sheet music databases, and vocal pitch training apps to create interactive lessons. Following a diverse curriculum including A-Levels, AP Program, and IB standards, I cater to students from schools, colleges, and adult professionals at all levels. Through my methodology, I aim to create a supportive environment where students can develop a versatile singing "toolbox" and excel in their preferred styles with boosted confidence and reduced performance anxiety.
Singing lessons for auditions
Students say teachers feedback helped them do better
Trusted for recital and audition prep
Parents say the singing lessons led to great performances
Structured voice lessons with real results
86%+ students achieve consistent growth in pitch, & range
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Country Singing
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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Singing concepts taught by John
The student and tutor explored foundational singing techniques, including breath control through diaphragmatic exercises and vocal resonance. They practiced pitch imitation and controlled vocal delivery, with the tutor emphasizing consistency for professional singing aspirations. The student expressed interest in booking further lessons to continue developing these skills.
Vocal Resonators and Sound Production
The Importance of Mimicry in Vocal Training
Consistency and Professionalism in Singing
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers
The student and tutor focused on foundational singing techniques, particularly breath control and pitch accuracy. They practiced vocal exercises to improve intonation and explored the student's vocal range. The student was assigned to familiarize themselves with three chosen songs for the next session to apply these techniques.
Breath as the Foundation of Singing
Imitation and Mimicry in Vocal Development
The Importance of Conscious Attention and Troubleshooting
Vocal Range Exploration and Development
The session covered vocal exercises for breath control, consistent sound production across registers, and vowel modification. The Student practiced "nay" and "zia" sounds, focusing on imitation and physical sensation. The homework involves practicing the "nigh neigh neigh" and "zy" sounds, along with learning the song "On the Street Where You Live" from *My Fair Lady* to improve vocal engagement.
Breath Control and Support
Maintaining Posture During Exhalation
Vocal Imitation for Skill Development
Horizontal Vocalization
Vowel Modification in Different Registers
Troubleshooting Vocal Issues
Resonance and Air Placement
The tutor and student worked on advanced singing techniques, focusing on breath control, diaphragmatic support, vocal register exploration, and vowel modification. They practiced exercises and applied these concepts to singing specific phrases and songs, with plans for continued practice on applying learned techniques.
Breath Control and Diaphragmatic Engagement
Vocal Registers and Register Transitions
Vowel Modification and Resonance
Tongue and Mouth Positioning for Vocal Production
Breath Management for High Notes and Phrase Execution
The student and tutor focused on fundamental singing techniques, specifically breath support and vocal resonance. They practiced breathing exercises and vocalizing scales, then applied these concepts to singing 'Happy Birthday,' with a plan to continue lessons to further develop vocal skills.
Imitation and Musicality
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Resonance and Placement
Vocal Support and Airflow Control
John Mooney coached Stephanie Senior in a singing lesson, addressing breath control, managing performance anxiety, and song interpretation. Stephanie practiced breathing exercises and worked on the songs "Tenderly" and a Kirby song, focusing on breath support and phrasing. John assigned Stephanie to practice the apoggio technique and explore new song options for future sessions.
Singing with Allergies
Managing Nerves
Breath Control
Vocal Health & Awareness
Focus on the Plan
Intensity vs. Loudness
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Karaoke & backing track apps
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
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