"Knowledgeable insight on the business end"

“Working with Susan has helped bring new clarity and focus to what my personal assets are as a performer and how to better strategize when seeking new opportunities. Our sessions always feel tailored to my specific needs rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Susan’s approach is holistic, focusing not only on vocal and dramatic work, but also providing knowledgeable insight on the business end of being a performing artist. And she is always in my corner!”

— Erin Brittain, Soprano

"Understanding of what it is and why"

“Working with Susan is more then just working on ‘the voice’… it is about working on the essence of being a performer… the breath and understanding of what it is and why it is we do what we do. She helps to make my heart sing!”

— Cynthia Dale, Toronto, Canada | Singer/Actor/Dancer

"My voice is safe - and growing!"

“I absolutely love working with Susan. Hands down, she is my favourite voice teacher to work with because I always feel that my voice is safe – and growing! – in her hands. The technique she teaches, while based in a traditional structure, her approach is unique, as she helps expand my knowledge of my voice, and apply beneficial new insights that I have learned from Susan, to my performance. I know my musical theatre career would not be the same without her!”

— Alexis Gordon, performer, Stratford Festival

"Incredible ability to help guide one's career"

“I trust Susan Eichhorn Young implicitly! I have NEVER hesitated to send students to her for all genres of music from opera to music theatre. I trust not only her abilities as a voice technician but also her advice, her wisdom and her incredible ability to help guide one’s career. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with her should consider themselves VERY lucky indeed.”

— Othalie Graham, Dramatic Soprano

"A safe environment to stretch and grow"

“Beyond finding somewhere incredible and affordable to live in New York and finding someone really smart to handle your taxes, the best thing you can do for performing career is make Susan Eichhorn a part of your team. This business is tough and it’s is necessary to have some serious amo in your artillery. That is to say that it’s exceedingly important to keep your vocal instrument and artistry sharp at all times. Susan gives you the tools and the benefit of her many years of experience to elevate and sustain your work. It’s an added bonus that she is one of the nicest people and her studio is a safe environment to stretch and grow. Do the work! Take it to the next level…..and then take it BEYOND. ( I did – with the help the Susan Eichhorn Studio! )”

— Trent Armand Kendall, Onemoe Music

"I have my 'recorded Susan exercises' with me at all times"

“Working with Susan has not only been very productive; it has been inspiring. I like Susan’s patient and kind way going about things. She is very dedicated and fun to work with. What I love most is that she realizes that every voice behaves a different way on different days. Unlike most other teachers, Susan pulls out different exercises each time, warming your voice up accordingly. Also, when I tell her about my different needs for different shows and concerts I have to sing, Susan has just the right exercise for your particular need. In each singing lesson, she offers different exercises which I like a lot. One cannot fall into the trap of ‘knowing what comes next’ which I think is very important. Bottom line: Susan knows her stuff and she understands singers. She is also able to accompany you perfectly on the piano which most other teachers are not able to do. Working with Susan has been a spectacular experience and continues to do so. My voice has become a lot stronger and more open since I have worked with Susan. It is very clear and with small tricks I never fail to hit the right note (high or low) which I learned from working with Susan. I have several concerts a month, traveling all over the world. Things you have to do to keep fit seem common sense and mean different things to different people. But I have my ‘recorded Susan exercises’ with me at all times, warming up with them before each concert. I call this my personal vocal maintenance.”

— Adrienne Haan, Chanteuse Internationale

"A force, guru, friend, technician, and professional"

“Susan is a force, guru, friend, technician, and professional. Her knowledge of the business is complimented by her adept ability to train and articulate how others will be successful in it. She is fearless in her expertise, always going beyond the mold of “teacher” to embody compassion and purpose in the wisdom she provides. I have been most grateful for her perspective, training, sincerity, and respect for our craft and the tools she provides in my successes within it.”

— Scott Sowinski, Singer/Actor

"I feel lifted, like I can conquer the world"

“Susan is an amazing super woman who makes rainbows come out of your mouth. She is a voice magician that is constantly imprinting the vocal instrument into her soul and teaching you how to connect to the truest essence of yourself. She is a spiritual vessel who’s passion for the craft is like no other. There are no limits to where I can go every time I have a lesson, every time I study with her, it’s not only a spiritual experience, but I learn something new about my voice. It’s like being in a lovely mansion and we dance around and open new doors and the doors are never ending. It’s like I’m Alice in Wonderland, except only magical things happen. When I leave I feel lifted, like I can conquer the world, much less this monster called the music biz. I am so blessed to have such a gem with me on my journey. Even when I’m not with her, I carry her words and inspiration in my pocket, they keep me strong when I feel like I can’t do this artist life anymore, but I can... and I will... forever.”

— Ayanna Williams, Singer/Songwriter

"Prepared me for debuts at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center"

“Susan has helped me rebuild my voice. After starting my professional career as an operatic soprano, I veered in other musical directions, without truly understanding how to sing in different styles, and in many ways, I hadn’t really figured out what I was doing in Opera! When I finally made it into her studio, I was vocally tired and emotionally worn out. From our first lesson, my voice was fresher and I had renewed hope. I knew I had found a teacher who had the skills to convey to me through her language, and, her carefully constructed exercises - what I intuitively needed to healthily function - but couldn’t navigate to, alone. We have been working ever since on healthy function throughout my range - which has broadened my expression and deepened my love of singing. Since I began studying with Susan, I have received “effortless” as feedback about my singing. We know as singers, that a lot of work goes on behind the scenes... but my experience of singing is now so much more enjoyable. My warm up is efficient and confidence-building. I have less fear of the unknown, as I have a technique that I can rely on, a map that I can follow, and, it’s one that frees me up to be more expressive and more present for “moments of inspiration.” Susan has guided me and prepared me for debuts at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in the last two years as a soloist, and, as part of a trio. With her guidance, I felt beautifully prepared for both. From the smallest church engagements to the biggest stages, I feel connected through my voice and my artistry. I feel now, that I am singing with my authentic voice, no matter what style.”

— Marla Kavanaugh, Soprano

"Truly a master of the voice and of life"

“When I walked into the studio for the very first time, there was this instant connection and I knew I found the right teacher even before beginning to sing! Susan taught me new ways to breathe as well as to strengthen and widen my range. There were always new exercises and new visualizations that she created to find the ones that worked for me personally. I would always leave a lesson feeling accomplished and refreshed and looked forward to the next one. Susan truly is a master of the voice and of life.”

— Helene Galek, Actor/Casting Director/Producer

"When I see her name on a résumé, I know that the odds are in my favor"

“Susan goes above and beyond in terms of preparing her students for the audition room. They are not only well-trained and have reliable & solid technique, but they know how to successfully navigate an audition and present themselves appropriately and professionally. When I see her name on a résumé, I know that the odds are in my favor.”

— Joy Dewing, Casting Director

"Can untangle any knots in your voice"

“For over 7 years, I have had the privilege and honour to have Susan Eichhorn-Young as my mentor and voice teacher. Within seconds, Susan can diagnose the issues that need to be resolved. As a professional singer, I need my voice to be clear, powerful and flexible. Susan always provides me with technical exercises that suit my voice type, my abilities and skills. I am grateful for Susan’s ongoing support with my career as a voice teacher and performer. Having a voice lesson with Susan is similar to a deep tissue massage; she can untangle any knots in your voice within minutes and help you regain the flexibility that is required to maintain an operatic career. Thank you Susan for always there for me. Merci!”

— Kristine Dandavino, Dramatic Mezzo

"Rock star... perhaps my fairy godmother"

“Susan Eichhorn Young is a rock star, or perhaps my fairy godmother. She has amazingly sensitive ears that pick up on every nuance of your singing, and she is able to customize your lesson to suit your instrument, technique, and physical and emotional state in a way I have never seen in another studio. Her teaching is firmly grounded in anatomy and physiology, rather than abstract, subjective images that are subject to gross misinterpretation. Her knowledge of repertoire in a variety of genres is vast, she plays the piano like a boss, and she shows a tremendous understanding of the realities of performing for a living. She maintains the delicate balance between providing support and encouragement with a healthy dose of the reality and honesty we all need to move forward and find our true path.”

— Jody Mullen, Soprano

"Taught me how to mix properly"

“Susan has taught me how to mix properly! Thanks to her I can sing all day and never tire. She has also taught me that consistent study of one’s craft will make one a strong performer. Susan is a true inspiration.”

— Lisa Franklin, Soprano

"Turned both my voice and my perspective completely around"

“It is difficult for me to fathom the person I was when I first met Susan four years ago. I was feeling discouraged and doubtful of my ability to continue to sing, as I had been working with teacher after teacher and finding little to no success, but within one month of lessons in her studio, Susan turned both my voice and my perspective completely around. Aside from her loving support and patience, she shared with me her extensive knowledge the voice–both the physicality of singing, and the mechanism as an instrument–which allowed us to work together to discover and build my true voice. Not only did she help me to establish a reliable technique, a growing confidence in myself as a performer, and a skill set that I could take with me to all of my future endeavors, but she instilled in me a profound appreciation for the craft of singing. With Susan, I discovered in myself a singer that I never would have known was there. She is too gifted, too supportive, and too dedicated to her students for amazing things to NOT happen in her studio. With a strong technique, and an awareness of my voice and of my artistry, I have entered into my graduate studies at a conservatory where I am pursuing a Masters degree in Opera. I would not be in this place if it were not for all that Susan has given me.”

— Leah Golub, Soprano

"Much more versatile and capable storyteller"

“I have never felt confident to bring different genres of music to a voice teacher until Susan. Coming from a classical conservatory background, I had always been reluctant to bring even the most legit musical theater pieces to my teachers. However, with Susan, we have, within one lesson, gone from Mozart, to Schwartz, to Journey. Susan has been able to help me “put on a different hat” with every style and continue to sing the repertoire in a healthy way while telling the authentic story within the piece. I feel like a much more versatile and capable storyteller because of the time we have spent in the studio together.”

— Ryan Townsend, Tenor

"Safe hands at every stage of preparation"

“I work with brilliant coaches in Australia, Europe and the US, but I always look forward to returning to Susan Eichhorn Young’s NYC studio. Over the past couple of years, Susan has helped me to address daunting challenges, always with honesty, humor, and sound technical practices. Susan understands and complements the work I do with my teacher, so I know that I can bring in anything from a Rossini aria to a world premiere role, and be in safe hands at every stage of preparation. Susan’s guidance, both vocal and professional, has been invaluable to me. I trust in her integrity, her extensive knowledge and her genuine investment in my success, and find her a constant source of support and inspiration.”

— Kari Lyon, Soprano

"Looks after her singers beyond the studio door"

“I’ve been studying with Susan for about two years now and cannot be more pleased. She truly focuses on finding YOUR voice and YOURSELF as a singer. Her approach on teaching is individualized and specific for each singers needs. What I love most is the relationship you develop with her. I wouldn’t just call her a teacher, but more of a mentor, or in my opinion, my “voice momma.” She looks after her singers beyond the studio door. Learning from Susan has given me strength, versatility, and confidence, not just with my voice, but with my self-being. She has helped me discover and develop my voice to a whole new level. I walked in there calling myself a ‘dancer who sings.’ Now I can strongly say she has changed me into a ‘singer who dances.’”

— Kristie Ergas, Singer/Dancer

"My voice is in the best shape of my life"

“For years I struggled with vocal issues…I was constantly sick, losing my voice, and was diagnosed with pre nodes in college. Eventually I had to get my tonsils removed at age 23. This helped for the time being, but because I had been dealing with issues for years, I had developed many bad habits to work around always being sick. At one point, things got so bad that I even considering changing career paths–a heartbreaking decision for an aspiring performer. When I started to work with Susan, things slowly started to get better. We worked on rebuilding my vocal technique and completely eradicating my bad habits. Today, my voice is in the best shape of my life. I never have to worry about my voice holding up through the run of a show, and now feel completely comfortable singing multiple types of repertoire. Susan is thorough, caring, hilarious, and wonderful at making you feel completely comfortable in her studio. Her experience, knowledge of vocal technique and repertoire, and teaching styles are one of a kind. Susan caters all of her exercises to your specific needs, and she makes herself completely available for her students. She is a wonderful support system in this city, and I am so thankful to be able to call her my teacher.”

— Amelia Nemeth, Singer/Actor/Dancer