David Sabella
Master Voice Teacher/CoachDavid Sabella is an internationally recognized Singing Voice Specialist, vocal pedagogue, and the owner of Sabella Voice Studio, dedicated to the elite training and rehabituation of the professional voice.
I owe my professional career to David. I came to him raw. I didn’t quite know how to use my body. He taught me how to become. Real singer that can book jobs and work. But best of all he cares. When I got married I came back to him so I could work on music for my wedding. I owe him a great deal. But mostly he helped make me a professional so. Could do what I love. Sing.
Voice Teaching and Research
An internationally recognized voice teacher who has taught at prestigious institutions, including NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and Montclair State University. Research on contemporary commercial music (CCM) vocal techniques, particularly the "high contemporary belt," has been highly influential in redefining how these vocal techniques are taught in the US. Co-author of the book So You Want to Sing Cabaret, and featured as one of twelve international master-teachers to have developed a pedagogy specific to Contemporary Commercial Voice use. Read an article about the book HERE.
Administrative Roles
Served as a two-term President of the New York Singing Teachers' Association (NYSTA) 2008-2014. Served as Executive Director of Ann Reinking's Broadway Theatre Project (2012-2015).
Performance Credits (Highlights)
Originator of the role of Mary Sunshine in the 1996 Broadway revival of CHICAGO, Luciano Pavarotti International Voice Competition winner, and renowned performer with a four-octave range.
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Vocal Technique & Performance
Build a strong, expressive voice using proven classical and contemporary techniques. Learn to communicate with emotional clarity, stylistic authenticity, and undeniable stage presence.
Acting & Scene Study
Develop character, intention, and truth. Whether singing or speaking, learn to fully embody the story and live in the moment.
Applied Music Theory
Strengthen your musicianship. Learn to connect musical phrasing with your character's inner life, figuring out exactly why a musical event exists.
Career Mentoring
Receive strategic guidance on building a sustainable career—from branding and networking to short- and long-term goal setting.
VIRTUAL LESSONS: Synchronous & Seamless
David Sabella has been a pioneer in online voice pedagogy since 2007, David ensures your virtual lessons are just as effective and immediate as live sessions in Manhattan.
Now more than ever, it is completely possible to have a professional, real-time voice lesson from a remote location. Sabella Voice Studio uses a "proprietary blend" of advanced yet simple-to-use technologies to eliminate the lag and frustration of standard video calls.
HOW IT WORKS
Sabella Voice Studio uses specialized software that sends MIDI data at the speed of light—not the speed of sound. This re-creates the exact experience of David playing the keyboard right in your room while you sing along to live, synchronous music!
WHAT YOU NEED
You will need a computer with a stable internet connection (WiFi or Ethernet), a webcam, and external microphone (like the Blue Yeti). For synchronous audio, you will also need a software program called Internet MIDI (a one-time $39 purchase from Timewarptech.com).
THE RESULT
A seamless, lag-free lesson that provides the exact same high-level instruction, diagnostic listening, and real-time technical feedback as an in-person session. Without a doubt, you can do this. Let's sing!
David Sabella, if this is possible, is over-qualified to teach singing. Opera and Broadway are his bread and butter, having performed extensively in both arenas. As a teacher, he knows how to accurately diagnose a problem and prescribe a technique to fix it. I have worked with him for over three years, and he has helped me grow into a professional, WORKING actor and singer. If you are considering switching to a new voice teacher, or new appraoch, David Sabella is your man.
Through my work with David I was able to land the big job and maintain my vocal health while out on the road. His knowledge of the voice and its physiology are far and above anyone I have ever worked with. Rather than giving you all sorts of imagery and “placement” jargon, he tells you exactly what is happening in your body, and what you can do to improve the range, quality, and ease of your singing. Now that I am back off of the road I have started taking with him again, and after one lesson I have already noticed an improvement. I highly recommend him to anyone who is serious about their vocal training.
Rates & Scheduling
Lessons are available for both returning clients and new students.
Voice Technique & Performance Sessions
60-Minute Session:
$150 USD
45-Minute Session:
$125 USD
4-Lesson Package (60 min):
$500 USD
(Brings each 60-minute lesson down to $125)
Specialty Coaching & Mentoring
Career Mentoring:
Available at an exclusive studio rate of $100 USD per hour. (Non-singing session)
Acting / Directing: Private and group classes in Acting, Scene Study, and Audition Prep are available at standard hourly rates. (Directorial projects and Cabaret show development are quoted per project).
*PLEASE NOTE
Lessons happening at the live Manhattan Studio location will incur an additional room rental fee for the studio, which varies depending upon the location. Please ask for details.