Jac Grady

Hi, I’m Jac Grady—a rigorous, passionate teacher and coach based in New York City.
I work hard to draw out the very best in each of my students, providing an encouraging, supportive environment where you feel safe to take the risks necessary to achieve your dreams. Whether you're “tone deaf” (spoiler: you’re probably not!) or already working professionally on Broadway or in the recording studio, I meet you where you are and push you forward from there. 
I focus on evidence-based, versatile approach to vocal training, specializing in voice science, technique for all genres, and developing confident, expressive performers—from beginners to Broadway and beyond.

My goal is to help you prove to yourself that you can reach your greatest potential—and that everyone can sing, and sing beautifully! 
 

Areas of Specialization

Vocal Technique & Contemporary Styles

• Technical and stylistic coaching for Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM): pop, rock, folk, R&B, and more

• Healthy vocal technique tailored to each student’s voice, experience level, and goals

Beginners & Hobbyists

• Complete beginners who’ve always wanted to sing but don’t know where to start

• Adult hobbyists looking to pursue singing for joy, personal growth, or creative fulfillment

Audition Coaching

• Ongoing Musical Theatre audition preparation for professional productions and school programs. Including vocal technique, song selection and rep book building. 

• High school and college audition coaching, with a 100% acceptance rate to top programs including:

  • Boston College

  • University of Michigan

  • Sam Houston State University

  • LaGuardia High School

  • Frank Sinatra School of the Arts

  • And more

Young Singers

• Kids ages 8+ who want to learn safe, age-appropriate vocal technique that supports long-term vocal health, musicianship and showmanship. 

Performance & Competition Prep

• Students preparing for Solo & Ensemble festivals, college juries, and pre-professional choral competitions

• Coaching for singers with performance anxiety, focusing on building confidence and ease onstage

My teaching style is a balance of rigor and enthusiasm. I create a supportive, fun space where you feel safe to take creative risks, push yourself, and grow.

I draw from the latest evidence-based vocal techniques, 24 years of professional performance experience in opera, choral, musical theatre and now contemporary commercial music and 15 years of teaching to help you build both technical skill and authentic expression. 

I won't just hand you some scales and send you on your way. I’m a highly skilled technician, and I don’t hand out one-size-fits-all exercises —I tailor everything to you; your body, your skill level, your strengths, your areas that need growth. 

My goal is that when our time together ends, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how your voice works, why vocal challenges show up (they always do when you’re pushing yourself), how to fix them, and—of course—you’ll sound amazing

Whether you're just finding your pitch, trying to nail an audition, be a karaoke superstar or recording an ep, I'm here to help you sing like the best version of your unique and fabulous self.