Madison Torkoff
Tailored Lessons for Beginner/Intermediate Singers (Professional Singer & NYU Grad)




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Madison Torkoff
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Madison - Get to know your vocal coach
Hi everyone! My name is Madison Torkoff. I am a recent graduate of New York University's BFA Acting program. I am a professional actor & singer and have been taking voice lessons for more than 10 years. I have music directed/voice coached children aged 6-13 at a musical theatre summer camp for two years. My expertise lies in musical theatre styles, but I am also trained in pop/rock, classical, and other styles. Working with beginner and intermediate singers, I will tailor your lessons to help you achieve your goals and modify your training to your experience level and abilities. I'll start with a vocal assessment (scales, vocalizes, etc.) just to get to know your voice – come in with a song you love to sing! A typical lesson will consist of: - A vocal check-in (How's your voice today? What have you been feeling lately that I should know about?) - A voice warm-up (Warming up for your song's specific style and range) - Singing through a song of your choice (Send me the sheet music in advance!) - Working through the song – finely tuning each section and working on rough spots. Together, we will work on mastering melodies, musical expression, character arc, and how to tell a story through your musical performances. Let's hit those high notes and free your voice to soar!
Madison graduated from New York University

Your vocal coach specialities
Vocal Training
Ear training
Sight Singing
Music theory
Melody & Pitch
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Movie Singing

Singing concepts taught by Madison
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, beginning with foundational breathing and vocal warm-up techniques. They worked on lip trills, vowel modifications, and soft palate exercises to improve vocal range and clarity. The session included practice on a chosen song, with the Tutor providing guidance on applying new techniques, and concluded with a discussion of future song selections to develop higher range singing.
Seamless Register Transitions (Mix Voice)
Comprehensive Breath Support for All Ranges
Vowel Modification for Vocal Freedom
Soft Palate Elevation & Jaw/Tongue Independence
Vocal Tract Shaping for Resonance (SOVT Exercises)
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Rib Control
The session focused on fundamental vocal techniques, beginning with breath work to enhance lung capacity and daily breath awareness. Student practiced various vocal exercises, including lip trills and specific consonant sounds, to improve agility and high note production. The Tutor introduced the concept of soft palette engagement for optimal vocal placement and discussed strategies to overcome tension and develop a more open vocal quality.
Vocal Placement: Elevating the Soft Palate for Resonance
Identifying and Releasing Vocal Tension
Lip Trills for Vocal Agility & High Notes
Integrating Intentional Breathing into Daily Life
Mastering Breath Control & Lung Capacity
The Student and Tutor engaged in various vocal warm-ups focusing on breath control, vocal placement, and expanding vocal range. They then practiced a systematic approach to learning and executing vocal runs from a song, breaking down complex phrases into manageable notes. The Tutor also provided a recommendation for an online resource to continue practicing vocal riffs.
Core Breath Support & Control
Consonant Resonance & Articulation
Vowel Shaping & Open Throat Technique
Deconstructing & Practicing Vocal Riffs & Runs
Dynamic Vocal Expression & Physicality
Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, focusing on a comprehensive series of vocal warm-ups and breathing exercises. They practiced techniques for breath control, vocal placement, and developing belt/mix voice, applying these to the song "Flowers" to address throat tension. The Student received homework to mark specific breathing points in lyrics, practice the song with a "VV" sound, and work on increasing lung capacity to improve breath support.
Optimal Breath Support & Control
Forward Vocal Resonance & Soft Palate Engagement
Expanding Vocal Range & Mix Voice
Articulation & Vowel Refinement
The Student had an introductory singing lesson to assess their current vocal abilities and discuss their musical goals. The Tutor conducted various vocal exercises to evaluate the Student's pitch, range, and breath control, identifying areas for improvement like strengthening high notes and connecting vocal registers. They also outlined a future lesson plan focusing on foundational techniques, range expansion, and musical theater audition preparation.
Foundational Breathing & Relaxation
Developing Vocal Range & Mixed Voice
Targeted Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Strategic Song Selection for Improvement
Personalized Vowel Modification & Articulation
The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups including lip trills, vowel exercises, and techniques to connect chest and head voice. They also practiced detailed breath control exercises to improve stamina and diaphragmatic engagement. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice two specific songs for an upcoming audition and to listen to another for potential future work, alongside continuing the breath exercises.
Vocal Warm-ups & Articulation Drills
Diaphragmatic & Pelvic Breath Support
Head Voice Connection & Resonance
Vocal Placement & Openness
Audition Song Selection Strategy
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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