"Vielka understands the importance of vocal technique and is incredibly well-trained in her field.

Her concepts are easy to understand and she knows exactly what to say to get your voice where it needs to be.

​Not only is she a great teacher, but she is a kind and caring person, and I can’t thank her enough for all of the knowledge and opportunities she’s given me."

​–Lilla Crawford
Little Red Riding Hood in Disney's Into the Woods with Meryl Streep
​Annie in Annie on Broadway

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How do we support your singer's love of singing? By building confidence through our proven, step-by-step voice method for kids! 

Young people who love to sing need QUALITY SUPPORT to reach their potential as unique and expressive human beings. Our approach develops your child’s confidence by creating the 4 C’s to singing success: COURAGE, COMPETENCE, COMMUNITY, CELEBRATION. 🌟🎶

Singing takes COURAGE! Especially when you feel and/or your voice is shaky, breathy, or strained! Even with a strong voice, stepping on stage or in front of the camera to introduce yourself and share your message is a challenging and vulnerable act. We break things down into baby steps to overcome overwhelm! 🎤💪  

From lesson one, we develop the COMPETENCE that creates self-confidence by developing true vocal technique, not just vocal coaching. Most voice teachers of young singers I know focus exclusively on vocal coaching, that is, which songs to sing and how to sing them. This is similar to an instrumentalist learning to play the music for the band or orchestra. Vocal coaching focuses on where to breathe, pronunciation, diction, acting, and dynamics. It's the kind of guidance you get when you're in a chorus, show, band, or music class. 🎵🧍‍♂️ Wait...so how do you actually learn to play your instrument (yes, voice is an instrument!)??

As a vocalist, you want to own your voice. No more hoping for high notes or wondering if you're going to crack! To do this, you need to develop vocal technique. This means knowing how to make the sound you want, when you want it, in a healthy and sustainable way, every single time. 🎶 How do we learn to do that? There's not been a clear, simple, sequential voice method…UNTIL NOW!

The Vielka Method™ is the culmination of a lifetime quest to find the most efficient, effective, and engaging way to teach kids to sing! You will see immediate results with our signature singing tools and no longer strain for power! 🎯💥 This revolutionary method has been proven over the past 25 years in New York City and made its public debut for music teachers at New York University in 2023 as a voice pedagogy course! 🎓🌟 

Engineered by Juilliard’s former Global K-12 Music Specialist, creator of Carnegie Hall’s Music Educators Toolbox, and New York City mother, this one-of-a-kind comprehensive voice education simplifies 30+ years of vocal study into 4 words that a 3-year-old can do. Your singer will feel the difference in their very first lesson or your money back. 🎓🗽

Using the proven, step-by-step process of The Vielka Method™, our COMMUNITY of young singers around the globe and world-class YSA Dream Team of voice educators (including early childhood specialists!) will help your vocal athlete soar! 🌍🚀

Your singer will:
    •    Develop a singer’s positive mindset 🌟
    •    Sing songs they love (all styles welcome) 🎶
    •    Learn singing tools to sing strong and clear 💪
    •    Read music notation 🎼
    •    Tell the story of their songs 📖

Whether you are supporting your child’s love of singing for the first time, auditioning for schools or shows, developing as a young artist, or achieving international music certification, our YSA Dream Team is here to help you sing with confidence! 🎤✨

Finally, our program is full of CELEBRATION to positively reinforce the many wins along the way of your unique Singing Artist Journey! Weekly wins. Monthly practice challenges. Recording singles. Studio Theme Weeks. Progress Celebrations. Halloween Song Share. Turkey Tango Song Share. Holiday Album. Snowflake-making Song Share. Annual NYC Recital. Annual Virtual Singers' Showcase. Your Album of the Year.  🎉🎶

CLICK BELOW NOW to get started on your Unique Singing Artist Journey and nurture your confident voice for life! 🚀🎤

SING WITH CONFIDENCE NOW!

Hi! I'm Vielka.

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Unlocking the Joy of Singing for Every Child

As a young child, I was captivated by the magic of singing, always dreaming of taking lessons. My journey to find and own my own voice was winding and filled with challenges.

Now, I’ve taken those experiences and transformed them into something powerful—making singing accessible, fun, and simple for students from PreK to Grade 12 (okay, adults too!),
as well as the voice teachers who guide them.

Let’s make finding your voice a joyful adventure!

CLICK ABOVE FOR VIELKA'S PODCAST!

​"Finding confidence, connection, and breakthroughs
from a young age.
​That's what we're really about."
Founder & Executive Director, 
​Vielka's Young Singers Academy & The Vielka Method™
P​odcast Host, Voice with Vielka​
www.vielka.com

Our Programs

Vielka's Young Singers Academy is tailored to YOU.

We continuously curate your path as you grow!

Asynchronous Video Coaching
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​Live Monthly Performance Workshop
age 9-Adults

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The Group Program
age 4-18

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The Private Program
age 3-Adults

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Perf. Arts HS Audition Prep
​(Grade 6-8)
age 11-13

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PreCollege Audition Prep
​(Grade 9-12)
​age 13-18

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​College Vocal Audition & College Music Supplement Prep
​age 13-18

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Voice for ​Adults
age 18+

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Benefits of singing with YSA:

Model the Best! The YSA Dream Team Faculty
The YSA Dream Team Faculty is everything you would expect from the best...and more! A curated group of passionate performers and experienced educators with world-class college degrees, they've been hand-picked for their outstanding energy and lifelong commitment to learning and nurturing children. Each YSA Dream Team Member receives ongoing 1:1 and group coaching, guest speakers, and teacher training in The Vielka Method™. 

​Skills for a Lifetime
World-class mentoring inspiring a lifetime of joyful, artful singing and life skills that go beyond the stage - stage presence, public speaking, empathy, listening, reflection, collaboration, revision, patience, perseverance, confidence!

Conveniently Located.
NYC In-Person and Online Lessons for safe, convenient, consistent training anywhere in the world. Students sing with us from all around the globe –  United States, Canada, Central & South America, Europe, and Asia. And of course, right here in New York City!

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​Build international friendships and practice performance skills
with FREE Student-only Events 
that are fun and bonding!

Transform Your Voice with The Vielka Method™ 
​Designed for kids and teens,
this proven, science-backed, step-by-step approach makes singing simple and fun
​with immediate results!

Curated Music Materials for Your Singer
Songs and practice materials chosen personally for your singer on state-of-the art digital platforms - no lost or forgotten music ever! 

Earn International Recognition!
Music Achievement Program Preparation for certifications in your favorite program!

FREE Practice App
to motivate and reward your child for practicing!

​FREE Annual Virtual Singers' Showcase &
​Annual NYC In-Person Voice Recital for YSA Studio Members
​for Family and Friends to celebrate your child's unique singing journey!

How It Works

3 STEPS TO START SINGING AT VIELKA'S YOUNG SINGERS ACADEMY 

Discovery Call

Tell us about your singer's needs and get your questions answered. 

Trial Lesson​

 Learn our top 3 singing tools and how to best support your singer. 
Love your lesson or your money back!

Training Plan

After your Trial Lesson, we'll craft a Personalized Success Path based on where you are now and where you want to go!

Take the First Step and Schedule a Discovery Call Today!

Meet the founder, Vielka,
to learn more about what would work best for your child!

SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY CALL TO LEARN MORE NOW!

Eager to start singing?  
Sign up for ONE Trial Lesson & Assessment.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

What People Are Saying

Watch Stella's story and learn more about YSA!

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Where do I begin. 
It's so much more than just voice class.....
it's a lesson in life on how to challenge yourself,
​how to prepare yourself and how to present yourself.

Rob Mackler, 
​Parent and Producer of Katy Perry: Making of the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show

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​We could never thank you enough for your support,
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Duncan Davison
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Our son is thriving at Frank Sinatra!!!! 
He auditioned and got into musical theatre which is what he wanted forever!!!!! He is now working with upperclassmen. He's in such a great place and is starting to open up socially. Thank you for such a great start for him - we will always be grateful for your time and expertise. You're an amazing teacher who gives the students that motherly warmth!!

Sharese Welch
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We found Vielka's touch to be warm, gentle, and genuine: 
My daughter enjoyed the warm-ups, learning how to control her breath, and ‘put over’ a song with enthusiasm, and meaning.  
​We highly recommend her to children of all ages.

Kathy MacGowan
Parent and acclaimed "Best of Off-Broadway" Director

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My daughter's two years of study with Vielka Kelly-Weiss has had the obvious effect – that is a remarkable training in voice. 

​But this training is about much more than singing; 
the benefit reveals itself in my daughter's 
increased self-esteem, confidence, discipline, 
​and the satisfaction of professional accomplishment.”
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Carrie Rebora Barratt
Parent and former CEO of the New York Botanical Garden

Parent, Author and Assistant Director

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We are blown away
​by how you pull it all together and get our children to access something that they (we!) don’t know they have deep inside. 

Anna-Lisa Cohen
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I just watched the video you sent of the girls and I have to say OMG.   
I was so moved by how wonderfully they sang and moved in the most NATURAL  and COOL manner. They were all having such fun and really getting into their groove.
​Now I know why our daughter loved going to singing class. 

Luigi Caiola
Parent and Tony-Award Winning Producer of Dear Evan Hansen and The Color Purple

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The vocal techniques my daughter learned gave her the skills to participate in chorus rehearsals for many hours at a time and
sing with confidence without straining her voice.

Sophie Menin
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Like most overscheduled kids, ours have cycled through a LOT of activities. I have to say that Young Singers Academy is so, so special and powerful in our lives for helping our kids find and cultivate their voices. AND - it's one of the activities that has actually translated gorgeously to the quarantine context.

Natalia Nehllman Petrzela, Ph.D.
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Vielka understands the importance of vocal technique and is incredibly well trained in her field.

Her concepts are easy to understand and she knows exactly what to say to get your voice where it needs to be.

​Not only is she a great teacher, but she is a kind and caring person, and I can’t thank her enough for all of the knowledge and opportunities she’s given me.

Lilla Crawford, Actor
Annie in Annie on Broadway
Little Red Riding Hood in Disney's Into the Woods with Meryl Streep

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LIFE CHANGING!!!!  
Before we started, I had no idea what to expect from these lessons. But I can honestly say Young Singers Academy has truly exceeded ALL EXPECTATIONS. It's been worth every penny. Singing is a lifetime skill and it gives my daughter (and those around her) so much joy so I view the time and money we've spent as one of the best investments we could have made.

Martha, Parent

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Studying voice with Vielka
opened a world of artistic expression to me that ​has served me and transformed the course of my life.
Vielka set me up to live a fulfilling life as a singer: some of my strongest friendships formed through my college theatre company, Penn Singers, when I attended The Wharton School, and I am performing to this day with the Village Light Opera Group-- almost 20 years down the path we started together."

Lauren, YSA Alumna

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SING WITH CONFIDENCE NOW!