Singing lessons with
Mal Best
From$120.48 per lesson
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Singing lessons with
Mal Best
From$120.48 per lesson
•✨Mal is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with singing. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
✨Mal is new on TeachMe.To – but very experienced with singing. We strictly vet every instructor so you can book with confidence. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If anything go sideways, we'll switch you to a different coach or give you your money back.
About your singing coach
Mal is New York State Certified Music Educator with nearly five years of teaching experience in vocal and general music education. He holds an Associates, Bachelors, and Masters degree in Music Education and currently teaches K-5 music in New York City, where he directs, choir, drum, and violin. His teaching emphasises vocal technique, musical expression, and culturally responsive repertoire. He also works with students in vocal coaching and performance development.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Manhattan, New York
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Years Playing: Not specified
Mal's availability
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Mal's availability
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Availability on all locations
Near Manhattan, New York
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We can suggest similar coaches or arrange a different spot (even at home)
We can suggest similar coaches or arrange a different spot (even at home)
Certifications & Badges
📝Music Degree
Specializations
🎤Musical Theater
🎤R&B
🎤Jazz
🎤Bass
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonThe first lesson focuses on getting to know the student and establishing a foundation. We discuss the student’s goals, musical interests, and previous experience. The student will learn basic posture, breathing, and how the voice works. Simple vocal warm-ups and exercises will be introduced to help them begin developing healthy vocal habits.
Lesson 11+As students progress, lessons become more individualized based on their goals and musical interests. We continue strengthening technique while working on more challenging repertoire. Students may also focus on performance skills, stylistic interpretation, vocal health, and preparing songs for auditions, performances, or recordings.
Lesson 4-10During these lessons, students begin developing stronger technique and confidence. We expand vocal exercises to improve range, tone quality, breath support, and pitch accuracy. Students will work on songs that allow them to apply what they are learning while also exploring expression, phrasing, and musical interpretation.
Lesson 2-3In the second and third lessons, students begin building consistency with basic vocal technique. We continue working on breathing, posture, and vocal warm-ups while introducing simple exercises to improve pitch, tone, and control. Students may begin working on a short song that matches their voice and skill level.
Youth players
Working with kidsTeaching children sing isn’t only about teaching them the right techniques. It’s also about teaching them how to enjoy developing as vocalist and having fun developing as vocalist. I use a variety of things to teach young vocalist such as puppets, breathing balls, interactive voice games, and movement.
Working with teenagersIt is imperative to me that teens understand the beauty of their voices during this period. Understanding that while their voices may be changing they are becoming something beautiful. As a bass that was once a tenor, I teach boys how to come to terms with the change in their voices during and using it to their advantage. Lessons also emphasize performance skills, interpretation, and artistic expression. Teen students are encouraged to think critically about music, develop their own style, and build confidence as performers while continuing to strengthen foundational vocal technique.
What you need to bringWater.
What I can bringI use a breathing sphere to help with breathing warm ups
Frequently asked questions
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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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