Vocal Coaching

for the Modern Performer

What we do

Modern Singer provides vocal coaching to the 21st century performer, coaching singers for both studio recording and live performance. Singers are guided through their vocal progress, with an emphasis on technique & vocal health. Rooted in voice science, Modern Singer helps singers to cultivate a strong sound, increase vocal range, develop greater flexibility, & build more vocal stamina & sustainability.

In addition to providing vocal coaching, Modern Singer houses a recording studio in which clients are guided through every step of the music production process (coaching, recording, mixing) all under one roof. This implementation of the recording studio provides singers with vocal coaching fit for the modern world.

Services

  • Technique

    • Cultivate a strong sound

    • Increase vocal range

    • Develop greater flexibility

    • Build more vocal stamina & sustainability

    Preparation for live performance and/or recording

    Receive feedback & guidance on how to record the best vocal performance

    Develop the stamina & sustainability necessary for live performance

    • Record vocals in a professional, acoustically treated room

    • Industry standard, top of the line audio equipment

    • Guidance from a vocal coach to help capture the best performance

    • Hassle free recording with an in-house audio engineer

    • Mix recorded vocals to create a polished final product

    • Arrange vocal harmonies

    • Add additional instruments like drums, bass, keyboards, and more

    • Bring focus and energy to your music with a songwriting partner

    • Get help with the structure & form of your song

    • Build chords & melodies

    • Add drums, guitar, bass, keyboard, synth, and more to your track

    • Add lush vocal harmonies

Our Team

Aaron Cafaro

Owner, Vocal Coach

Aaron Cafaro is a renowned vocal coach with expertise in contemporary singing. With over 10 years of teaching experience, Aaron has worked with a wide range of performers, from pop/rock singers to music theater actors. Working with performing & recording artists, Aaron offers unique insight & guidance as to how to prepare one's voice for the studio and/or live performance.

    • Faculty member at Rider University, Rowan University, The Lawrenceville School, & Performers Career Center

    • Masters degree in Voice Pedagogy

    • Over ten years teaching experience

    • Many styles: music theater, rock, pop, classical, and more

    • Published author in the field of voice

    • Clients performing professionally

    • Clients accepted into top rank colleges/universities such as NYU Tisch, Marymount, Sacred Heart, & more

Joe Juliano

Audio Engineer

Joe is a professional audio engineer & musician. With over 15 years of recording experience, Joe serves as an in-house engineer for Modern Singer’s recording sessions. With a pro handling the audio technology, the singer & coach are free get into the zone & capture the best vocal performance.

    • B.A. in Music Technology

    • Worked with music legends Carlos Alomar (David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney) and Al Pitrelli (Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Alice Cooper, Megadeth)

  • "Aaron is an excellent teacher of singing. He communicates his knowledge effectively to his students & obtains excellent results. He has proven himself as a resourceful, dedicated singer & an outstanding educator."

    Dr. Chris Arneson, Princeton University

  • "Aaron is an extremely talented vocal coach who helps break down the fundamentals and rebuilds your voice from the ground up. Highly recommend his lessons"!

    Nick Cruser, Client

  • "I believe Aaron Cafaro to be a remarkable young man & teacher. [He] is analytical & enjoys the puzzling out of the "why" behind vocals problems & successes. He can beautifully explain the many facets of [vocal pedagogy], helping a singer develop the techniques they are seeking. [Also], it is clear in his singing how well he understands vocal function & resonance".

    Dr. Kathy Price, Associate Professor of Voice, Pressor Voice Lab

  • "Aaron Cafaro is a professional and above all, a practical and effective teacher. Aaron is amazing at identifying, explaining, and ultimately solving vocal issues. Explanations are clear and concise, while advice is easily put into practice. My voice has drastically improved from my one year of lessons with Aaron in all aspects".

    Kevin He, Client

  • [Aaron] is an avid student of every aspect of voice pedagogy, from anatomy & physiology, to the various methods of coordinating disparate parts of the body to create sound. [He knows] how to diagnose & address vocal issues [and] provide useful vocal exercises that cover a wide range of vocal needs”.

    Margaret Cusack, Chair of Voice, Westminster Choir College

  • Aaron is the best vocal instructor hands down! He helped me develop my longevity, range and overall knowledge in the craft of singing and I have been ever grateful/ better off for it! I would happily sign up for more sessions, take my word for it, Hire Aaron Cafaro for your next vocal lesson. This man changes lives"!

    Jason Christie, Client

  • "Aaron is an excellent teacher, and has helped me learn great vocal skills as well as polish musical concepts. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to grow their vocal/musical abilities! During our lessons, he is able to give helpful examples/ go in depth on the technical side. He is the best voice instructor I've worked with".

    Alex Tam, Client

  • "I love working with Aaron! He helped me follow my passion for singing, he is also very passionate about his students and their future. He is the reason I am on the path I am in right now".

    Ilana Pazzani, Client

  • "I have been working with Aaron on and off since late 2021 when I was prepping for college auditions. From classical art singing to pop to musical theater, I haven’t found a style he can’t teach. I have recommended his services to many of my friends, all of whom were as satisfied as I am with his services. You won’t find a better teacher, especially one with such affordable rates. He’s an amazing mentor and professional contact and I can’t recommend working with him enough"!

    Gabe Planas-Borgstrom, Client

  • "Exactly what I needed and everything I could’ve ever wanted"!

    Grant Shueh, Client

  • "He really helped me understand my voice and had me showing improvements after the first lesson. I'd highly recommend"!

    Solf Crespo, Client

  • "Aaron is very professional and passionate about music and teaching. He not only has knowledge about singing and music, but has practical information about the music industry. Whatever your musical goals are, Aaron is the right guy to help you succeed".

    Jessica Knewasser, Client

  • "He is a very knowledgeable and personable teacher. Very enjoyable to work with, always makes you feel very comfortable in the studio. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students and their goals, which makes a huge difference compared to other vocal coaches. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a coach".

    Stephen Cracchiolo, Client

 FAQs

  • We’re located in Hamilton, NJ.

  • We offer services both in-person & virtually. Select services, such as recording, are in-person only.

  • We provide what’s referred to as ‘functional voice training’ which helps singers to develop greater technique so that they can perform in the medium, style, or genre they deal in.

    Technique involves:

    • Cultivating a strong sound

    • Increasing vocal range

    • Developing greater flexibility

    • Building more vocal stamina & sustainability

  • Lessons are quite flexible, focusing on what the client needs at that time. But typically the first part of a lesson will consist of a warm up/exercises. These exercises will focus on a particular aspect of technique, like breathing, phonation, etc. Then, we apply said technique to songs. And of course we make time to work on the delivery of the song, which lies in the expression, stage presence, etc.

  • Modern Singer acknowledges the needs of the 21st century singer, which involves both recording & live performance. Improving one’s singing so that they’re prepared to enter the studio is paramount, so what better than to combine them?!

  • Modern Singer offers a variety of packages, depending on the clients needs and budget. From just getting started, to full blown artist development, Modern Singer has offerings to suit a wide range of prices.

Contact us.

admin@themodernsinger.com
(609) 200-5835