Each year, I accept up to three interns into an intensive six-month teacher training program designed for aspiring and early-career voice teachers who are committed to building a strong foundation in contemporary vocal pedagogy. This is an educational mentorship and is an unpaid position that is intended to provide the kind of guided training that is often difficult to find outside of CCM graduate programs.
Interns participate in scheduled mentorship sessions as a group focused on the science, artistry, and psychology of voice teaching. Through lectures, discussions, case studies, lesson observations, and guided analysis, interns develop practical teaching skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how the voice works and how to guide students towards their most authentic sound.
Topics may include:
Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) pedagogy
Vocal anatomy and physiology
Acoustics and voice science
Registration, mix/ belt coordination
Functional voice assessment and troubleshooting
Repertoire selection for diverse voices and genres
Music psychology and the psychology of learning
Trauma-informed teaching practices
Ethics, communication, and studio professionalism
Working with singers across different ages, abilities, and goals
Lesson sequencing and curriculum development
Billing and business operations
Interns are encouraged to ask questions, bring in teaching challenges from their own studios, and develop the critical thinking skills necessary to become adaptable, evidence-based educators.
Because this program is highly individualized, only three internship positions are available during each year.
Program Details
Duration: 6 months
Meetings: Sessions are scheduled a weekly
Format: Virtual or in-person (depending on location and availability)
Ideal Candidates: Voice teachers, graduate students, performers transitioning into teaching, music educators, and professionals seeking advanced pedagogical training in contemporary styles of music.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Selection is based on a demonstrated commitment to teaching, curiosity, professionalism, and a desire to continue learning.
Internships!
Meet our 2026-2027 Interns!
Miguel Amell
Hailing from the Dominican Republic, Miguel Amell is a pop artist and actor. He recently graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment, where he received an Award for Academic Excellence in Music.
Miguel premiered TU TYPE as his senior recital, an original production featuring his music that he created, directed, and starred in. The show continues to be performed at venues throughout New York City. Alongside the production, he released his latest single, "Rompe la Rutina."
With more than a decade of experience in musical theatre, Miguel's recent credits include Don / Neighbor / Swing Vocalist in Crystal Skies, a new rock musical.
Whether on stage as a recording artist or actor, Miguel brings his signature sazón to every performance, blending genres, languages, and artistic disciplines to create work that is both deeply personal and theatrically compelling.
Miguel is thrilled to intern at Andrea Randall’s vocal studio and looks forward to gaining valuable insight that will broaden and refine his own artistry while developing skills he can apply to future vocal students.
Paula Ward
Paula Ward is a Brazilian singer, musician, and performing artist who holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Long Island University's Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment. Trained in vocal performance, musical theatre, and dance, she has experience as a performer, rehearsal director, assistant director, coordinator, and producer.
Drawing on her Brazilian roots as the foundation of her artistry, Paula enjoys exploring a wide range of musical styles with authenticity and expressive versatility. Most recently, she conceived, produced, and starred in her senior recital, ÂMAGO, a bilingual showcase that reflected her artistic identity while celebrating cultural connection and creative versatility.
As a Teacher Training Intern, Paula is excited to deepen her understanding of vocal pedagogy while gaining hands-on teaching experience. She looks forward to helping students build confidence, develop healthy vocal technique, and discover their unique artistic voices in a supportive and encouraging learning environment as she continues to grow as both an artist and educator.