JM Voicecoach

09/24/2026

03/04/2026

NOW CASTING BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON

ABOUT: Fast-paced, irreverent, Wild West rock musical on the founding of the Democratic Party. Concerning controversial President Andrew Jackson, the Trail of Tears, and the complicated adolescence of America during the early 19th Century.

KEY DATES: 1st reh.: 4/27. Limited Run 6/11 through 7/12
HOW TO AUDITION:
When:
Sunday, March 15, slots 2pm-5pm
Tuesday, March 17, slots 6pm-9pm
Where: Majestic Repertory Theatre
1217 South Main Street
Las Vegas

Notes/What to bring:
Actors auditioning should prepare a short rock song. (32 bars max) Bring sheet music; accompanist provided. All: Please bring a picture & resume, stapled together.

**WE CAN ONLY CONSIDER CURRENT LAS VEGAS RESIDENTS FOR THIS PROJECT. WE CAN NOT PROVIDE HOUSING FOR NON-RESIDENTS

**More information and sign-up form available under AUDITIONS at www.majesticrepertory.com

02/16/2026

Some weeks remind me exactly why I do this work.

This week was filled with courage, preparation, and young artists stepping into rooms ready to be seen.

Mia — 1st Place at (Junior Division) for “Sunday in the Park” and awarded an $80,000 scholarship to .

Max — awarded a $60,000 scholarship to AMDA for “Mr. Cellophane.”

Sean — 2nd Place at MTCA for “Why God Why?”

And my cousin Madison — advancing on Netflix’s after defeating the defending champion with “A Million Dreams.” Next round live on February 17. Grand prize: $500,000.

The awards are exciting.

These accomplishments are life-changing.

But what means the most to me is their growth — their discipline, their consistency, their willingness to take risks.

Talent is a gift.

Confidence is built.

Craft is trained.

If you are a serious young singer — in Las Vegas or anywhere in the U.S. — and you’re ready to do focused, intentional work, I offer both in-person coaching in Las Vegas and online sessions for out-of-state students.

Results come from clarity, structure, and belief.

Onward.

Namaste.


 
 
 


02/02/2026

Full-circle night and my heart is full.

I finally got to sit in the audience and watch Majestic Repertory Theatre’s original production of Showgirls: An Unauthorized Musical Parody—a project I proudly vocal directed. Seeing this cast absolutely deliver after all the work we put in together? Pure joy. Fearless, hilarious, and kicked ass!!!

Another unexpected connection from a cast member: I finally got to collaborate on a project with my former colleague Eric Amblad from my days on the theater faculty at LVA. Different chapter, same artistic commitment.

I brought my University of Miami musical theatre professor, Margot Moreland (Go Canes), plus friends—including one who made me the perfect custom Showgirls tee. And because the universe has perfect timing, composer James Edwards was seated right behind us.

The audience was stacked with love too—running into my high school classmate Serena (GO LVA) and finally meeting Ann Martinez, whose artistry I’ve admired since Bat Out of Hell. We have a connection through my other former UM professor, Paul Mockovak, who taught her at SUNY Fredonia. As Paul would say, “FRED WORKS!”

To the cast and crew: well done on creating something bold and new. Thank you Troy Heard for always bringing me into the room, and James Edwards for the collaboration and trust. Theater is family, the connections are real, and I’m just so grateful to be part of this community.

Love and light.�Keep singing, bitches!!!�Namaste.

01/01/2026

Vocalists, your voice is your truth. Don’t be silent.

You are the only one who can sing your song. Sing it loud and proud!

Happy New Year! I hope that 2026 will be filled with courage, hope, and the music only you can bring into the world.

If you’re ready to explore your voice, grow as a singer, or find your unique sound, I’d love to guide you—no matter where you are in the world.



12/15/2025

A week overflowing with theater.

It started with four hours of auditions for the iconic .amp So much talent in the room—and a full-circle moment seeing former students audition for Les Misérables, Finding Nemo, and Grease. Grateful to and for having me.

Then off to vocal directing rehearsals for the upcoming original work Thank you to creators and .e.edwards for trusting me with your work. This cast is a total glitter bomb—keep an eye out for this one in 2026.

The week wrapped with a blast from the past. Fellow .burr_sir invited me to Liberty High School to play auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee—the first time the program has had a live pianist. Truly honored.
In between it all: online and in-person lessons with my private students.
Exhausted. Grateful.

Thankful for the music, the theater, and the friendships that keep showing up.

12/01/2025

Summer is long gone here in Las Vegas, but before I close the chapter, I wanted to share what I’m most grateful for: the gift of teaching singing.

This clip is from my summer recital, where current students, former students, classmates, castmates, and choir colleagues came together to perform “The Song of Purple Summer.” Every singer here has been part of my journey, and I’m excited to welcome even more voices. I’m now accepting new students, both virtually from around the globe, and in person in Las Vegas.
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Link to the full performance in the comments.

10/27/2025

Good evening from the eve of Halloween week! 👻

I cooked up a spooky treat: my hip hop a barbershop cover of “Grim Grinning Ghosts” from Disney’s Haunted Mansion.

Every voice you hear is mine. Every ghoul you see is also mine. My students know I love exploring character voices and stretching vocal technique in creative ways. This video is proof that your voice can become anything.

If you’re curious about lessons: www.jmvoicecoach.com

Music & creativity adventures: Jason Manlapaz Music

Voice coaching tips & behind-the-scenes: JM Voicecoach

Happy haunting, friends! 🎶🎃

09/29/2025

This afternoon was a full circle moment.
I spent the day with my vocal coach of three decades, Maestro Greg Enriquez, as he worked with two of my students, Kaylee and Truth. Watching him guide them reminded me of how much I’ve learned from him over the years and how deeply this bel canto technique has shaped my own journey.

It wasn’t until Greg moved to Europe that I truly began to understand how privileged I was to study with him. Today I felt that privilege again, but this time with the added joy of passing that knowledge on to the next generation of artists.
Even though oceans and miles may separate us, the pursuit of vocal freedom and artistry keeps us connected—and keeps all of us who walk this path connected.

And yes, I loved being a student again today. Because the truth is, I’ll always be a student. Of this technique. Of music. Of life.
Singing is life. That’s all there is to it.

Maraming salamat po Kuya Greg for everything! Namaste 🙏