Stephen Horst

2 Years Teaching on Lessonface
Singing, Voice, Musical Theatre, R&B Voice, Country Voice, Pop Voice, Voice Diction, Vocal Analysis, Songwriting, Commercial Songwriting, Voice Acting, Voice Over, Scene Study, College Audition Prep for Actors, Singing for Actors

About

[5.0 rating over 45 reviews from another lesson platform]

Hi, I'm Stephen Horst.
Welcome to Tap Into Your Artistry (TIYA).
My TIYA clients include (aspiring) Broadway performers, Film and TV actors, singer-songwriters, voice-over artists, pageant contestants, news anchors, dancers, comedians, corporate sales presenters, as well as karaoke enthusiasts, and songwriting hobbyists.
My TIYA clients have performed on Broadway in: Ghost, Sister Act, Evita, Wicked, West Side Story, South Pacific, The Phantom of the Opera, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, and Rent to name a few.
They also have booked lead roles in Independent films, and become social influencers creating their own content!
They can be seen on television in Smash, Glee, and you might even catch me on Netflix in "Luke Cage" opposite Mike Colter.
Singer-songwriter TIYA clients have performed in venues around NYC ranging from The Underground, Le Poisson Rouge, Drom, Cornelia Street Cafe, and Arlene’s Grocery.--and sing, write, produce, and perform their own music!
About Me: I have been fortunate to perform on Broadway, National Tour, can be seen on Netflix, played lead roles in 3 SAG-AFTRA short films, and I've also worked with a #1 Billboard songwriter and recording artist singing on over 100 demos in the music industry.
Tap Into Your Artistry (TIYA) welcomes anyone who wants to learn how to sing, act, and/or write songs.
For those with professional aspirations, you will fast track your singing, acting, and songwriting career with my TIYA tools.
TIYA embraces a unique, athletic teaching and training style, which has been honed over 20 years as my specialty is professional, artistic development. 

Reviews from Another Lesson Platform

July 19, 2024
Online Lesson
sharelly

I have always wanted to learn and develop my skills in voice acting and Stephen is helping me plenty and coaching me in the right direction. Thanks Stephen!

March 21, 2023
In-person Lesson
Michael

Amazing experience! The speaking/singing lesson was a solid unlock of my true vocal potential with expert guidance and exercises. Stephen is exceptionally talented. A must for any aspiring vocalist!

March 21, 2023
In-person Lesson
David

Stephen is the real deal! A great teacher that is welcoming and knowledgeable. He can hone in on not just WHAT needs improvement, but HOW you can improve it. He's a great communicator and friendly educator. I highly recommend him.

March 9, 2023
In-person Lesson
Maya

Stephen was great to work with. He is a good listener. Looking forward for more lessons and more learning.

March 9, 2023
In-person Lesson
Ryan

I had a great time! I'm a for fun/karaoke singer and Stephen showed me vocal exercises to work on to find my singing voice. He's a motivating and encouraging coach that taught me a lot during our hour session!

January 12, 2023
Online Lesson
Beatrice

I just had my first class with Stephen and it was a great experience! Stephen is incredibly skilled and knowledgeable in vocal technique and is very patient throughout the training process. I am getting better at knowing my voice, learns to how to expand my vocal range, and how to bring acting into songs for musicals. Stephen is an excellent teacher and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their singing.

January 4, 2023
In-person Lesson
Nash

Stephen does an excellent job making me feel comfortable during our sessions. I’m new to voice lessons and was nervous at first but working with Stephen has been such a pleasure. He does phenomenal work helping me understand his lessons with examples and application. I’m really grateful to have found Stephen as I work to improve my voice for my sports broadcasting career. He is fantastic!

December 13, 2022
In-person Lesson
Renata

Stephen is such a great teacher and I feel really lucky to work with him. I've just had 2 lessons, but I'm excited to continue studying acting!

December 12, 2022
In-person Lesson
Kamera

Stephen was great! Very flexible with his time, I had no issue scheduling appointments, his response time was great. I’m getting started in my sports broadcasting career and wanted some extra help. Stephen helped me with becoming more conversational, energetic, and creative with my words.

December 11, 2022
In-person Lesson
Joe

Just started, will buy more classes

November 4, 2022
In-person Lesson
Timothy

First lesson i feel its helped so much adding more character to my characters make me think about them more as real rather than as characters very excited for the next lesson

December 6, 2022
In-person Lesson
Jackson

Stephen is an awesome teacher- he broke down the material and made it easy to understand. I've returned again and again as I love seeing what he has to offer each lesson. Highly recommend.

October 31, 2022
Online Lesson
Colby

As a newcomer to voice acting, Stephen was very patient and easygoing. I'm surprised how much ground we covered in a short period of time. He dived right in and gave me some great insight.

October 24, 2022
In-person Lesson
Jerin

Taught me some great techniques to work on during my intro to voice acting. Was comfortable to perform in front of and offered some good advice.

October 12, 2020
Online Lesson
Josana

Best instructor!!!!!! Stephen is knowledgeable, understanding, kind, professional, down to earth and extremely patient. I look forward to my future lessons with him.

July 20, 2020
Online Lesson
Bryan

He help and I enjoy having lessons with him

January 26, 2020
In-person Lesson
Noel

Stephen is an amazing teacher. He has been super patient, thorough, and clear as I have just recently picked up a guitar for the first time. He does a great job and covering music theory as well as chords, strumming, scales, and more. His musical background is very well rounded and he uses great teaching techniques to get all parts of the brain involved. Highly recommend!

November 15, 2019
Online Lesson
Alison

Very knowledgeable! Was a joy to be a part of this learning experience online

January 26, 2019
In-person Lesson
Daisy

Patient and easy to work with :)

March 7, 2018
In-person Lesson
Alexis

Stephen has definitely provided me an insightful way of analyzing songs and for writing my own music myself. He is really helpful and gives you many eye opening advices and tools that encourage you to develop your artistry. Furthermore, he provides a friendly and non judegemental atmosphere, which is essential for a student. I totally recommend him.

January 19, 2018
Online Lesson
Loren L.

Very good! Stephen creates a very comfortable setting to try your best in.

November 30, 2017
In-person Lesson
Krista

Super helpful!

November 30, 2017
In-person Lesson
Krista

Really helps the learning process with concise teaching abilities (e.g. Personal associations)

November 27, 2017
Online Lesson
Mitch M.

Fantastic teacher with an actual process. A great progression of exercises that has increased my range, intonation and relaxation while singing in the first few weeks! If you are looking for someone with an actual process instead of just "lets try this exercise", Stephen is your man

November 3, 2017
Online Lesson
Stephanie O.

Stephen is a really good teacher. He has taught me warm ups and that my voice is capable of doing more than I thought it was. Highly recommend him as a teacher.

September 14, 2017
Online Lesson
Steven

He's been great with my son.

August 31, 2017
Online Lesson
Patrice

Stephen is such a professional vocal coach , and the way he moves makes me wanna persue my musical journey. He is an instructor you can rely on , and reach your goal.

May 30, 2017
Online Lesson
Jason W.

It was great

April 1, 2017
In-person Lesson
Roberto G.

Stephen was extremely profesional and totally delivered on his promises. Exceeded my expectations!

March 7, 2017
In-person Lesson
Elisabetta B.

Very personable. I think he got me in a second. Great work!

February 23, 2017
Online Lesson
Eli A.

Stephan is so far a pleasure to work with. Great pleasure to work with!

November 15, 2016
In-person Lesson
Ian

I had been singing for over a decade before taking my first lesson with Stephen. I had never had a singing lesson before and was unsure how they would go or even how much they would help me. Within the first five minutes I knew I had made the correct decision to go with Stephen. He broke the voice down in a way that made total sense to me, and allowed me to focus on the individual parts of the voice before putting them all together. After just 3 lessons, I am already starting to feel a difference in breath support and confidence in hitting softer notes, two things I have always struggled with. I fully intend to continue working with Stephen to grow as both a singer and an actor. Would highly recommend to anyone from beginner to professional.

October 3, 2016
In-person Lesson
Nelson V.

I learned alot on the first hour lesson. Stephen made it easy for me to grasp the basic fundamental of song writting.

May 7, 2016
In-person Lesson
Korinne A.

Wish I met Stephen sooner. Can't wait to see him again! His lesson proved valuable, and I look forward to his teachings. Korinne

June 10, 2015
In-person Lesson
Isti U.

Stephen is a very thorough singing teacher. After 5 lessons, I know so much more about singing than I even thought there was to it. I already feel like I improved a tremendous amount, and I have fun in his classes. My range increased, my breath management improved, and the quality of my voice is also much nicer. I can only recommend Stephen.

December 10, 2013
Online Lesson
Matt S.

Great teacher Stephen is a great teacher and wonderful guy. He is thoughtful, articulate, creative, reliable and passionate. I would highly recommend him for any of the services he offers.

December 9, 2013
Online Lesson
Lauren B.

I booked my first 3 shows! I started my vocal journey with Stephen just about two years ago, from scratch. Under his professional guidance, I have already landed my first 3 regional theater shows, AND my first major role of Val in "A Chorus Line"! Stephen's lessons are always fun, efficient, and he has a keen sense on how to best help me in my professional growth. As a dancer who sings, I look forward to seeing what lies ahead in my vocal training and career!

December 8, 2013
Online Lesson
Annie U.

Excellent - transformed my voice I've been studying with Stephen for almost 3 years and in that time my voice has developed immensely. He is in the business so he truly understand the market and helps prepare you for auditions. Through customized exercises to fit my needs I find I can now sing songs I once thought were "out of my range". Very flexible and available teacher, who can also help with acting and career consulting.

November 30, 2013
Online Lesson
Erin F.

An Excellent Source IF YOU REALLY WANT TO LEARN HOW TO SING! About me: I am an actor, dancer, writer, choreographer…an artist; as well as an acting teacher and coach. It's been a life long dream to sing and sing well. I was cast in the chorus as a kid a couple times, but really had no clue about my voice; how it worked or what to do with it. As far as I knew/experienced I was an average to bad singer, with little to no vocal talent. I thought singing was a "God-given gift". You either had "it" or you didn't. I knew my Dad could sing, but my mom was a terrified singer and somewhat terrifying to hear. I thought I was somewhere in between, like my eyes, half blue, like Mom, half hazel, like Dad. And nothing I could do about it. Until I met Stephen... About Stephen: Working with Stephen regularly has changed all of this. Stephen doesn't just magically "get you to sing". HE TEACHES YOU HOW YOUR VOICE WORKS. He helps you to develop what he calls "an intimate relationship with YOUR voice". This knowledge literally takes away the mystery and "magic" of singing. He systematically guides you through a very CLEAR PROCESS that unlocks YOUR voice. And he empowers you to become YOUR OWN TEACHER. Stephen has taught me that MY VOICE IS A MUSCLE, JUST LIKE ANY MUSCLE IN MY BODY. That it can be trained, refined and conditioned, just like any muscle in my body. He got me to believe this through my OWN EXPERIENCE that when I put the work in I WILL GET RESULTS. Just like when I work on my physical coordination and strengthening in Ballet class, my jumps and turns improve; getting higher, more precise, faster, lighter, whatever the case may be, when I work with Stephen on my voice, my range grows, the quality of my vocal timbre gets richer and fuller, there's more ring and resonance; EVERYTHING IMPROVES. Stephen's clear technique has given me great confidence in my ability to sing and to continue to improve as a singer. I highly recommend him to anyone, from absolute beginner to pro. I am truly positive you will be happy with the results. And enjoy the process. About Stephen's Character: Stephen is a consummate professional. Extremely reliable, respectful and kind. If I had children of my own, I would feel 100% comfortable sending them to him. I have recommended Stephen to several of my own acting students, as well as fellow dancers and strangers on the occasion that the topic arises. Because I believe in his method and I respect and appreciate the way in which he offers his knowledge and embodies his words. Stephen is Passionate, Inspired and Inspiring when he's sharing his work with his students.You can tell from his conviction, brilliant insights and compassion that he created his method from his own triumphs and failures, breakthroughs and frustrations as a singer and singing student. It seems he's spent his whole life learning what he's now refined into a very clear method that he can impart to ANY eager student in a very short amount of time. I feel very fortunate and thankful to have found such a gifted teacher.

November 23, 2013
Online Lesson
Matt S.

Great teacher Stephen is a great teacher, actor, and singer, in addition to being a wonderful guy. I highly recommend him to anyone interested in any of his varied services.

November 28, 2017
Online Lesson
Tiffany

Rated this class 5 stars.

September 5, 2017
Online Lesson
Azarmeen P.

Rated this class 5 stars.

August 10, 2017
Online Lesson
Josie G.

Rated this class 5 stars.

April 23, 2017
Online Lesson
Gabrielle

Rated this class 5 stars.

April 15, 2017
Online Lesson
Muhamed

Rated this class 5 stars.

Teaching Style

I can help you in multiple ways:
I'm a vocal trainer, acting coach, piano and guitar teacher (beginner and intermediate levels), and songwriting mentor.
If you...
Want to be a pop star?
Have Broadway dreams?
Want to Act in plays or movies?
Learn to do Voice-overs?
Write hit songs?
Or even need help taking your public speaking, branding, and/or sales presentations to the next level, then you are in the right place.

Sing: Discover the fastest and most efficient way to build, strengthen, and condition your voice. Sing freely and with emotion in any style.
Play guitar: Learn strumming, simple chords, common pop progressions, dexterity exercises, advanced barre chords, and more.
Explore songwriting: Catchy hooks, thoughtful lyrics, concise hit song structures, all while learning about basic music production and developing yourself as an artist, songwriter, and producer. Acting: Build a foundation of truthful spontaneity and flowing emotional connection using theatrical monologues, TV/Film scenes, Self tapes and more. Voice-over: Learn about voice acting and how to apply it to Commercial, video game, promo, animation projects ,etc. Learning to act is also excellent training for aspiring recording artists to help tap into emotional vocal delivery and connect with their song(s) and fans.
Career Strategy: If you want to learn more about auditioning, acting in movies, performing in musicals/plays on Broadway, writing your own songs, and developing show-biz career strategy, (headshots, meeting agents/managers, etc)
I help TIYA members every day achieve their artistic dreams.

Curriculum

TIYA embraces a unique, athletic teaching and training style, which has been honed over 20 years as my specialty is professional, and personal artistic development. 
I learn how you learn and give you the TIYA tools needed to fast track your Showbiz / Professional Career. 
Vocal Training, Acting Coaching, Songwriting Mentoring, Consulting. 

Credentials & Affiliations

I studied music/theatre, as well as vocal pedagogy at The University of Colorado at Boulder, where I graduated with highest honors.
I made my Broadway debut in "The Phantom of the Opera" at age 24.
I also performed in "Chess in concert" as a featured rock tenor soloist at the New Amsterdam Theatre on Broadway with Josh Groban.
I have understudied and performed lead roles in the first AEA National Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "Whistle Down the Wind."
Regionally, I have played many lead roles all over the United States in productions including "Les Miserables," "Miss Saigon," "The Wild Party," and "She Loves Me."
As an ASCAP recording artist, I play both piano and guitar.
I have been fortunate to work with a #1 Billboard songwriter and recording artist, singing on over 100 demos in many different genres. (pop. R&B, soul, hip-hop, country, neo-soul, etc.).
As a TV/Film actor, I can be seen on Marvel's "Luke Cage" on Netflix, and I played the lead role of (Abraham) Lincoln in the SAG-AFTRA short film, "These Honored Dead."
I also have played lead roles in 3 SAG-AFTRA short films, as well as the comedic lead in a SAG-AFTRA Web-series pilot, "Bodega Nights."
I was called back for producers as a Series Regular for both Cinemax and HBO.