Vocal Academy Faculty

The Vocal Academy is proud to host legendary voice faculty and vocal coaches alongside emerging professionals in both collaborative piano and voice.

Voice Faculty and Master Artists:

Vocal Coaches:

  • Martin Katz, Professor of Collaborative Piano at the University of Michigan, SongFest, Music Academy of the West, Merola Opera Program
  • Howard Watkins, Assistant Conductor, Metropolitan Opera; Music Coach, Juilliard
  • Jorge Parodi, Vocal coach and Conductor, Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music. General and Artistic Director of Opera Hispánica
  • Christopher Turbessi, Vocal Coach, Temple University
  • Ana Maria Otamendi, Associate Professor of Collaborative Piano, Louisiana State University
  • Elena Lacheva, Vocal Coach and Professional in Residence, Louisiana State University