SPARK YOUR
CREATIVITY
I see you, with your important story to tell. Your big idea to manifest. Your major goal to complete.
Let me guess: IT’S SCARY. That’s because it matters to you. Which means whether you stumble or you soar, you grow.
Let me guess: IT’S HARD. So is anything worth doing. That’s how to make things that last.
I am here to help you get through the tough stuff. To hold space, ask questions, and offer honest feedback. To meet you where you are and help get you where you want to go.
Think of me as a bridge between the gaps in your creative process. An objective pair of eyes and ears to see and hear what you cannot. A sounding board for all your artistic ideas.
If you have an upcoming performance, audition, or callback, I can help you show up confidently with a strong point of view.
If you are developing a performance or creative project, I can be a generous and generative collaborator.
If you are looking to improve your storytelling skills, I can help you develop a sturdy, reliable technique.
It’s time you told your story to the world. I can help you do it with confidence and pride.
WHERE MY CLIENTS APPEAR
Broadway shows
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Off-Broadway shows
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National tours
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Regional productions
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Films
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Television shows
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Cruise ships
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Broadway shows ★ Off-Broadway shows ★ National tours ★ Regional productions ★ Films ★ Television shows ★ Cruise ships ★
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Behold the trifecta of acting: the Body, the Voice, and the Soul.
When all three work in synergistic harmony, our storytelling is legible, meaningful, and compelling.
My holistic approach to acting coaching cultivates all those areas. And after 15+ years as a director, music director, teacher, and former actor, that approach has been tried and tested in the real world.
Whether you’re working on songs, scenes, monologues, audition sides, or just looking to train your skills, I can help you every step of the way:
Script/Score Analysis: Excavate the material to discover useful given circumstances.
Text/Song Interpretation: Honor the writing while infusing your own creative magic.
Physical/Vocal Performance: Tell clear, interesting stories using your whole self.
Role Preparation: Develop fully-realized, dynamic characters from head-to-toe.
Impulse Training: Use your impulses and imagination to drive your body into action and set you free.
Explore your artistry in a safe space where you can take big risks, unlock big rewards in yourself, fail forward, and try again with proven techniques and zero judgement.
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The professional audition landscape is so competitive that the best of the best don't do it alone.
You need a coach!
But most coaches only specialize in one thing.
You could spend a fortune on each audition hiring a vocal coach, an acting coach, a rep coach, a pianist, a camera operator, a reader, and someone to help you navigate the business of it all.
Or you could just come to me. I do all of that!
For the past 15+ years, high-performing actors have entrusted me to prepare them for high-profile auditions.
And as a result, my clients frequently book Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, national tours, regional productions, cruise ships, films, and TV shows.
Ready to audition smarter?
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When we share in musicality with one another, our souls fuse together on a higher plane and we are united by a force greater than our collective selves.
As a musical director and pianist for over 20 years, I love collaborating to make expressive, beautiful music with a focus on style and storytelling.
Put anything in front of me and I’ll sight-read it down. Seriously. Especially musical theatre, jazz, and pop/rock/R&B. And I can play it while I watch and coach you.
Sing freely as you are generously supported by a creative ally with a highly collaborative spirit. Engage in a reciprocal and nuanced musical conversation rooted in a deep sensitivity to vocal needs.
Plus, receive high-quality piano tracks at all 1:1 coachings, included at no extra charge.
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I am here to support you at every step of your performance journey and to help you bring your creative vision to life.
Already have a ton of ideas? I can be your sounding board, contribute generative feedback, and help you pour gasoline on the fire.
Don’t know the first place to start? I can help you discover your unique story and how to tell it in your unique way.
Think of me as your producer, director, music supervisor, and coach, all in one. I have your back creatively and logistically.
Whether you are working on a high-profile event with lots of resources or an intimate gathering on a shoe-string budget, I can help you make something you can be proud to share with the world.
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Theatre is a physical art form. Telling compelling stories onstage is about unlocking the power of your body as a 360-degree, 3-dimensional vessel.
Do you ever feel stuck in your body when you are acting? Like you don’t know what to do with your arms or legs?
Are you trying to break unwanted performance habits, like shifting your feet too much, or shaking your head when you sing, or always relying on the same three gestures?
Do you struggle to fully inhabit the physical lives of the characters you play?
Get out of your head and get into your body.
I can help you take ownership of the stories you tell by giving you tools to make your ideas visible. Find exciting, new ways to activate songs and text through a variety of movement techniques.
Transform from head to toe.
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I am on a mission to de-mystify music from the radio and make it accessible to everyone who wants to sing it.
That’s why I founded Groove Playground, pop/rock/R&B training for singers and actors.
I help professional performing artists unleash their inner superstars by developing specific vocal and physical techniques they can rely on.
My simple, repeatable systems get results every time. Forget “just feel it.” These tangible tools actually work.
These small group classes meet weekly. We dive into the frameworks, dissect audio/video of iconic artists, practice voice and movement skills as a group, and then you get a personalized work session on any song of your choosing. Rinse and repeat.
You’ll walk away with a road map for transforming your vocals and visuals.
I also offer 1:1 coaching for a more bespoke experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned superstar or brand new to pop/rock/R&B, come to the playground and get your groove on.
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The songs you sing are an extension of you. They should represent who you are and where you’re headed.
So ditch those dusty old ditties you’ve done to death!
I know an obscene amount of vocal repertoire and I’m obsessed with hand-selecting great songs that make my clients sparkle. Sit back and leave the hunting to me.
All of my rep coaching packages include an extensive consultation and a custom strategy for building a collection of music you can actually use. Then you get a giant list of rep suggestions tailored to your needs, curated for your voice and vibe. Just like magic.
Want the full-service treatment? I can also help you get your new material performance-ready with vocal/acting coachings, arrangement assistance, sheet music sourcing, and piano tracks. The whole nine yards.
You deserve to sing songs you love. I can help you find them.
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If you want to record audition videos that capture you at your best, stop self-taping alone! Get yourself a coach you can trust.
Then you can focus on nailing the take while I handle all the heavy lifting, like playing the piano, coaching your singing and acting, helping with your camera framing, and/or being your live reader.
Receive feedback in the moment to help you stay in the moment in your material.
Send creative and thoughtfully crafted self-tapes that break the mold, show off your skills, and let your uniqueness shine.
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Sing authentically in any style, from popular music to musical theatre to opera (and everything in between).
Interpret songs in a way that honors the writing and infuses your own unique magic.
Refine your musicality to find expression in every note and give depth to your sound.
Use the many colors of your voice to make your ideas heard and tell a vivid, compelling story.
Build healthy vocal habits for rehearsal and performance.
Let it sing!
HOW I
CAN HELP
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“Kyle provides tangible skills and techniques that should be the new industry standard.” (Katie Mariko Murray)
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“His coaching vernacular is clear and immensely productive.” (Brooke Singer)
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“He really cares for his students and genuinely gets excited for their progress.” (Kelsey Andres)
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“Kyle is a coach who does it all.” (Xavier McKinnon)
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“I learned so much and I had the MOST fun.” (Melody Hollis)
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“Kyle provides tangible skills and techniques that should be the new industry standard.” (Katie Mariko Murray) ★ “His coaching vernacular is clear and immensely productive.” (Brooke Singer) ★ “He really cares for his students and genuinely gets excited for their progress.” (Kelsey Andres) ★ “Kyle is a coach who does it all.” (Xavier McKinnon) ★ “I learned so much and I had the MOST fun.” (Melody Hollis) ★
“Kyle is able to quickly identify how a client works best, and communicates with them in way that allows them to take leaps forward in every pass.” (Priya Mahendra)
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“Kyle is precise and intuitive. He makes sure you respect the music but encourages bold and creative choices that have helped me walk into an audition room feeling prepared, with a real point of view.” (Max Chernin)
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“After my coaching with Kyle I felt the most secure, comfortable, and confident I have ever felt in an audition room. And I booked it!” (Lexi Lyric)
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“He’s smart, intuitive, expressive and a helluva a lot of fun on the keys. He’s a marvelous collaborator and, frankly, a mind reader with skills not to be matched!” (Ben Cameron)
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“Perhaps what is so extraordinary about Kyle is his teaching style. The new information is not only approachable, but is easy to follow and, in turn, master.” (Ally Bonino)
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"Kyle is eminently resourceful – a great and generous ally for singers, a confident and responsive collaborator, and a charismatic performer in both the limelight and the shadows." (Kurt Crowley)
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“Kyle is able to quickly identify how a client works best, and communicates with them in way that allows them to take leaps forward in every pass.” (Priya Mahendra) ★ “Kyle is precise and intuitive. He makes sure you respect the music but encourages bold and creative choices that have helped me walk into an audition room feeling prepared, with a real point of view.” (Max Chernin) ★ “After my coaching with Kyle I felt the most secure, comfortable, and confident I have ever felt in an audition room. And I booked it!” (Lexi Lyric) ★ “He’s smart, intuitive, expressive and a helluva a lot of fun on the keys. He’s a marvelous collaborator and, frankly, a mind reader with skills not to be matched!” (Ben Cameron) ★ “Perhaps what is so extraordinary about Kyle is his teaching style. The new information is not only approachable, but is easy to follow and, in turn, master.” (Ally Bonino) ★ "Kyle is eminently resourceful – a great and generous ally for singers, a confident and responsive collaborator, and a charismatic performer in both the limelight and the shadows." (Kurt Crowley) ★
“He is supportive, knowledgeable and creative. His insights and observations are keen and seem to infuse the artist with as much measured energy as Kyle possesses as a person and an artist.” (Ethan Paulini)
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“His work is of the highest quality and his experience in the audition room whether at the piano, behind the table, or in the spotlight gives him a strong and unique perspective.” (Ben Fankhauser)
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“His communication skills are superb and he provides so much wisdom and insight to give you all the confidence you need to perform at your best. He will never steer you wrong and can play anything you throw at him!” (Mike Millan)
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“I always leave a work session with a smile on my face, as well as a deeper, more tangible connection to my material.” (Priya Mahendra)
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“He gets to know an artist very quickly. He has so much presence and he has this amazing toolkit of techniques to help you grow.” (Jean Garner)
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“Kyle has been so keen on helping me improve my character work and audition technique. I have seen so much improvement in my work.” (Sarah Sun Park)
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“He is supportive, knowledgeable and creative. His insights and observations are keen and seem to infuse the artist with as much measured energy as Kyle possesses as a person and an artist.” (Ethan Paulini) ★ “His work is of the highest quality and his experience in the audition room whether at the piano, behind the table, or in the spotlight gives him a strong and unique perspective.” (Ben Fankhauser) ★ “His communication skills are superb and he provides so much wisdom and insight to give you all the confidence you need to perform at your best. He will never steer you wrong and can play anything you throw at him!” (Mike Millan) ★ “I always leave a work session with a smile on my face, as well as a deeper, more tangible connection to my material.” (Priya Mahendra) ★ “He gets to know an artist very quickly. He has so much presence and he has this amazing toolkit of techniques to help you grow.” (Jean Garner) ★ “Kyle has been so keen on helping me improve my character work and audition technique. I have seen so much improvement in my work.” (Sarah Sun Park) ★
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Check out my booking calendar to see my availability and to self-schedule an appointment.
Accommodations can occasionally be made for dates/times that aren't listed. To make a request, contact me.
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I am available both in-person in NYC and remotely via Zoom.
My home studio in Hell’s Kitchen is available weekday afternoons.
For weekdays/weekend coachings, we can meet on Zoom or you can rent an approved Midtown rehearsal studio.
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My Hell’s Kitchen studio is well equipped for all of your creative pursuits! It includes:
Keyboard (88 keys, weighted)
Bose speaker (bluetooth and aux-in)
Tripod with cell phone holder
Pop-up background (blue and gray)
2 fluorescent lights
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPad Pro
MacBook Pro (with Logic)
Access to all equipment is complementary with every in-person coaching at my home studio. I can bring it to a rehearsal studio for a small fee.
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I am happy to meet you wherever you are in your creative process.
That being said, your time is very valuable and I want you to get as much out of our short meeting as possible. The more you can prepare on your own, the further we can go when we are together.
Before the coaching, I recommend reading the script, memorizing the text/music, and arriving already warmed up. (Don’t worry, I can help with all of that.)
It’s best if you have a plan for the coaching (what you want to accomplish) and if you communicate that plan to me (in advance or when we start). This will help me keep track of the time and make sure we get to everything possible. If you’re unsure, let’s discuss it.
Feel free to text or email me any materials you’re working with (sides, sheet music, scripts, tracks, etc.). You can also AirDrop them in-person.
I like working from my iPad, especially for sides and sheet music. If you have physical sheet music, I prefer that that it be in a binder, double-sided, and either 3-hole punched or in plastic sheet protectors (I like plastic). No loose sheet music, please.
Other that that, just be yourself. I’m here for you and the time is yours. There’s no way to do this incorrectly!
Have a more specific question? Reach out any time.
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Piano tracks are included with every coaching at no extra charge.
For recordings outside of coachings, I am happy to make a referral.
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I strongly encourage you to record every coaching. Reviewing audio and video footage of yourself is crucial for growth.
If you choose to share your work online, please do not include me speaking or coaching.
Uncomfortable watching and listening to yourself? Let's chat!
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I’m a voice coach, which means that I can help you use the skills and technique you already have to interpret music authentically, stylistically, and healthily. I can also offer you quick vocal fixes to help you prepare material on the spot.
As a singer myself and a student of many different voice teachers, my approach will probably feel like it supplements your voice lessons and fills in the gaps, with a strong emphasis on physiology.
Often, my clients also work with a voice teacher to help them build a foundational technique from the ground up.
Looking for a voice teacher? I’m happy to make recommendations.
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Check out my booking page for all the nitty gritty details, including rates.
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Payment is due at the time of your appointment and can be made using Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, cash, or check. Specific details are included in your confirmation e-mail.
All sales are final. Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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You are responsible for full payment unless you cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours in advance.
To make an edit to your booking, please refer to your confirmation e-mail.
