WELCOME!
I’m Caroline Murrah
I am a licensed voice therapist, singing voice specialist, and voice teacher in New York City.
I hold a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Emerson College and a Certificate in Vocology from the National Center for Voice and Speech through the University of Utah. My path to becoming a voice specialist began after earning a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre from Baldwin Wallace University and performing in the Broadway National Tour of the musical Fun Home. Upon returning from tour, I became a full-time vocal coach, specializing in the development of techniques for young singers.
My experiences as an actor sparked an interest in mind-body connections affecting my own voice and a passion for helping other performers prevent and manage vocal issues. I completed a voice clinical fellowship at the University of Rochester Medicine Voice Center, a state-of-the-art voice center serving upstate New York, where I worked closely with an interdisciplinary team of laryngologists and speech-language pathologists. I also spent time observing in the pediatric psychology department to learn more about cognitive and developmental factors shaping mind-body connections in children and adolescents.
At UR Medicine, I specialized in the treatment of adult and pediatric voice disorders with a subspeciality in performing voice rehabilitation.
Beyond clinical practice, I was actively engaged in education at Eastman School of Music, where I delivered multiple lectures on vocal health for performers. Prior to my fellowship, I received clinical training in Boston Medical Center’s Department of Otolaryngology, providing therapy for the full spectrum of voice and upper airway disorders.
At Boston Medical Center, specialized training in Buteyko Breathing methods for addressing dysfunctional breathing patterns (i.e., chronic hyperventilation, breath holding patterns) provided a crucial foundation for my current clinical work and coaching, given the interconnectedness between the voice, breathing, and “fight-or-flight” responses in the body.
I have also completed comprehensive training in laryngeal massage and manual therapy techniques targeting muscle tension affecting the voice. Pursuing a strong interest in the mind-body connection, I completed graduate-level coursework through the University of Rochester examining the interrelation between emotions, trauma, and thought patterns and their impact on performance and physical symptoms in the body.
My experiences in the medical field offer a distinct and well-rounded perspective that continues to influence my approach to teaching young singers. In addition to my understanding of voice science and technique, I place a strong emphasis on prioritizing my students' overall well-being and individual learning styles.