Minque Taylor
Minque
Taylor
Soul Ingredients® Voice Teacher
Minque is a celebrated musical theatre performer and has provided lead and background vocals as a session vocalist and for several corporate bands. She finds purpose and joy in the voice studio, specializing in teaching Musical Theatre and CCM styles including R&B, Soul, and Pop/rock to students of all ages. Minque writes and produces original music and is currently working on her debut album.
Bio
Minque Taylor is a celebrated LA and NYC-based vocalist, songwriter, educator, and vocal pedagogue. Minque earned a Master of Music in Vocal Performance with a concentration in Music Theatre and a Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy from NYU. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts in Music Industry Administration from California State University, Northridge. Minque feels at home on the stage and in the studio. She has performed nationally and abroad, appearing in musical theatre roles and providing lead and background vocals for several corporate bands. As a studio singer, she has lent her vocals to numerous projects celebrating diversity and highlighting social justice. Minque finds purpose and joy in the classroom and is dedicated to enriching and inspiring the next generation of gifted artists. At NYU, She served as adjunct faculty and taught applied private and group voice lessons. She is currently adjunct faculty at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA). Television appearances: Killer Karaoke (TruTV), Celebrity Undercover (Oxygen), Capital One Bowl Half-time show (ESPN).
Degrees & Certificates
DEGREES
B.A., Communication, California State University, Los Angeles
M.A., Music Industry Administration, California State University, Northridge
M.M., Vocal Performance (Musical Theatre), New York University
CERTIFICATES
Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy, New York University
Commercial Voice Certificate, Los Angeles City College
Somatic Voicework™ The Lovetri Method Levels 1-3
When Science Meets Soul: Soul Ingredients® Methodology Course
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Singing is a divine gift that we all possess. Much like a snowflake, each voice is uniquely different. My approach to teaching involves a well-rounded understanding of the person and their own particular goals as it pertains to the voice. This direction leads to developing the singer’s core sound and unleashes their authentic voice. I am of the mind that singing is a vulnerable experience that is most effectively achieved with the synergy of the mind, body, and soul.
As a vocal pedagogue, I believe that healthy singing is good singing. What is “healthy singing?” Healthy singing is achieved by developing a proprioceptive awareness of the anatomical functions that make up your unique voice. It doesn’t benefit a student to sacrifice function for sound. We sing to communicate, we sing to express, we sing for fun! We can’t do any of that if our voice is fatigued or injured.
With over a decade of experience teaching students of varying ages and levels, I have learned that the discovery of one’s vocal capabilities is a journey. Never a destination. This journey of discovery takes time, consistency, and dedication but it is oh so rewarding. My goal as a voice teacher is to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment whereby students feel empowered to explore their vocal abilities. I aim to assist my students in achieving their personal goals by providing foundational techniques that promote a healthy vocal mechanism. I’ve utilized the knowledge and experience that I have accumulated over the years and developed an approach and methodology that is effective, sustainable, and liberating. Contact me to find out more.
