NEW! -- Testimonials — Mike Ruckles Voice Studios

Nadia DiGiallonardo

I am in awe of Mike’s skill with singers and his ability to take their technique and performance to the next level. I have sent many people to him when they are starting a role in a Broadway show, or working on audition material, so I always get the before-and-after experience, and it is pretty stunning. I marvel at the transformation in just one or two sessions, and I’ve also seen the long-term benefits of consistent work with him. Mike works with everyone from first-time singers to seasoned celebrity pros, tailoring his teaching to each person's specific needs. He’s able to listen to a singer and understand immediately what needs to be done to resolve any vocal issues they might have. His students leave his studio with the tools they need to maintain their vocal health and continue to grow as artists. As a singer myself, I’m basically just trying to steal as many of his secrets as I can. Don’t tell him.

Sara Bareilles

Mike, you literally saved my a**. I was exhausted and out of vocal shape coming out of the shutdown, and you made a HUGE difference. Thank you to my tremendous vocal coach!

Jason Gotay

I can’t recommend Mike enough! He strikes the perfect balance between technique and artistry. He gives each student a concrete technical foundation, but he also has a keen understanding of style and musicality. Mike has a way of breaking down vocal anatomy so that anyone can understand it, empowering each student in the use of their instrument. I always leave a better, smarter singer than when I came in. It’s a wonderful environment that allows you to experiment, and make mistakes, but Mike will always push you to reach your highest potential.

Ali Stroker

Mike has been there for me at the most important vocal moments of my life and I am so grateful for the support and techniques he’s given me!

Jennifer Nettles

Mike Ruckles is the ultimate level up. As someone who has worked with her instrument for years, I was delighted and empowered to be offered, not only new tools and techniques, but the physiological/functional information behind how they work. It was just the work I needed to help me unlock new places in my voice and feel confident for growth and expansion.

Etai Benson

As someone with a history of vocal injury, Mike Ruckles was a godsend. After undergoing multiple voice surgeries, I began to lose hope - that is, until I started working with Mike. Not only did he rehabilitate my voice after injury, he helped strengthen it. Singing on Broadway is no joke, but with Mike’s guidance, through a nine-month run of eight shows a week, my voice never felt healthier, stronger, and more consistent. Between crafting a warmup tailor-made for me, meticulously reviewing material from my show, and cross-training with new music that’s out of my comfort zone, Mike helped me find a wider range, more color, confidence, and greater nuance than ever before. I always leave Mike’s studio feeling like a rockstar. I feel lucky to call him my teacher and friend.

James D. Gish

I’ve been studying with Mike for five years and am still astounded by his mastery of the voice, vocal anatomy, and navigating a singer’s brain. He is a huge part of why I’ve gotten where I am in my career, and I keep coming back because he can switch hats on a dime between vocal technician, audition coach, networking agent, performance therapist, and friend when the need arises. There’s a reason he coaches so many NYC A-listers!

Tavon Olds-Sample

In one word, Mike Ruckles is a WIZARD. I was so nervous coming straight from college to a principal track on B’way doing 8 shows a week, but Mike understood and gave me the tools I needed. I am more confident in my instrument and he has helped me discover new colors and “areas” in my voice that I didn’t know I had.

StudentsMike RucklesJune 24, 2021B'way: MJ The Musical (Middle Michael)

Lissa deGuzman

I’ve been a student of Mike’s since 2019, but when I booked Elphaba on the WICKED tour, he was a life saver! We met routinely through rehearsal and my entire run. He was there for me through allergies, illness, and the bad vocal habits that sneak in over time. My voice grew stronger throughout my contract and people in the company constantly commented on my consistency. I can confidently say that this is because of Mike. Every lesson we worked on what I felt needed attention and he provided new perspective and tools to make singing Elphaba efficient, sustainable, and thrilling. And as someone who is very hard on herself, I always left my lessons feeling empowered and confident. Mike continues to go above and beyond to protect my instrument, and I can’t thank him enough.

Jacob Gutierrez

Mike, my gratitude to you knows no bounds. Truly. You have leveled me up in ways I had convinced myself weren’t possible. Thank you thank you!!!

Gerianne Peréz

When I get to his studio and see ‘Mike Ruckles’ on the door, I’m always excited to see him. Mike has coached me through the scores of my most challenging roles and I don’t know if I could’ve navigated them healthily without his help. His calm manner puts me at ease immediately, and the environment he creates in his lessons is one that I always look forward to entering. He is such a bright light of a human being!