Video Roundup May 1: Alice by Heart Performs ‘Down The Hole,’ Broadway Stars Take the #Hear1Sing1 Challenge, and More
A host of Broadway celebrities and stage favorites are taking to social media to spread joy when attending the theatre is not an option. To keep folks entertained, the cast of Off-Broadway's 2019 production of Alice by Heart reunited to sing "Down the Hole" to benefit MCC Theater, Broadway favorites are challenging friends and fans to the #Hear1Sing1 challenge, and more.
Special Skills: Teach Yourself the Invaluable Ability of Sight-Reading
Today, most of us have a bit more time at home on our hands then we used to. Whether you want to bulk up the special skills section of your résumé or just want to try something new, Playbill is here to serve! The ability to sight-read is not a requirement of the job of a performer; but the skill can certainly become a make-or-break factor in casting or (as we learned from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty in their notes about writing the Ragtime score) the difference between being able to add in a necessary new song and not.
Alex Brightman, Rob McClure & Jelani Remy Join Social Media Fundraising Campaign
Today at 3 p.m. ET Alex Brightman, Rob McClure and Jelani Remy are kicking off a COVID-19 fundraising campaign on social media in collaboration with Harmony Helper, an app that uses patented technologies to help singers improve their performance, to raise money for the Actor's Fund as many performers are in need during this crisis.
From a Sketch to an App to Change How We Sing
Andrew Goren at 20 has built Harmony Helper, a newly launched app, from his own experiences and observations in the live stage rehearsal and audition environment. He has built his undergraduate program around this work, and brought together a team of professionals to see it launched. Andrew shares some of that journey as well as his experiences in building and launching a product based on drawings from when he was 13.
Harmony Helper App Developer, Andrew Goren, Returns to BroadwayCon With Big Improvements
In the 4 years since I discovered Andrew Goren's Amazing App, Harmony Helper, I knew that he was going to make it even bigger than before. He returned to Broadway Con to show off some of the new features, and we got to catch up, like friends. Please enjoy my ongoing conversation with Andrew.
5th Annual BroadwayCon Kicks Off January 24 With 3 Days of Broadway Fan Fever
From show panels featuring Beetlejuice and Moulin Rouge! to interviews with Donna McKechnie to autograph signings, and more, don’t miss the ultimate behind-the-scenes convention.
Montclair Entrepreneur Helps Broadway Performers Sing Harmonies
Andrew Goren is a 20-year-old entrepreneur from Montclair who has created a unique app, just launched in October, that helps performers in the musical theater industry. A theater performer himself, Goren developed a solution to a problem he saw first-hand in the industry.
IAM472- Founder Helps Singers Improve and Practice Effectively
Andrew Goren is the founder and CEO of Harmony Helper. As a passionate musical theatre actor, Andrew has been on a quest to develop the perfect way to learn and sharpen singing and harmonizing abilities. With over 10 years of singing/performing experience, his unique insights and vision have led to the creation of the amazing and elegant Harmony Helper app.
A Singer’s New Best Friend An App That Will Keep You Pitch Perfect and in Perfect Harmony
Harmony Helper was designed for both beginners and experienced singers who need a “24-hour rehearsal room in their back pocket.” The app guides beginners through a five-step process that breaks down all the vocal parts, singles out a track, and gradually adds the harmonies back in after the user learns their own part.
Broadway’s Rob McClure Has Helped Create the App Every Singer (at Every Level) Needs
With the new Harmony Helper app, the Tony-nominated performer and Mrs. Doubtfire star turns an audition prep and rehearsal room dilemma into a solution for singers of all levels.
Tony-Winning Actor Rob McClure Introduces ‘Harmony Helper’ – A New Digital App for Singers
Promoted as “a singer’s best friend,” Harmony Helper is a brand new app designed to provide musical theater performers and vocalists of all genres with the convenience and control of a digital rehearsal room, accessible from anywhere, any time of the day or night.
Harmony Helper App Acts as Virtual Voice Coach
The app Harmony Helper is launching to help singers rehearse their songs when going to a voice coach or traditional rehearsal just isn't practical. Andrew Goren, Founder and CEO of Harmony Helper, joined Cheddar to introduce the product.
Harmony Helper Could Be a Singer’s Best Friend
Allison Considine, associate editor of American Theatre Magazine, provides an overview of Harmony Helper’s founding story, its beta program, and discusses Harmony Helper’s presence at BroadwayCon 2019. In the article, Allison emphasizes the team’s commitment to helping performers everywhere feel more confident.
22 Entrepreneurs Explain What Being A CEO Means To Them
In a round-up article from CEO Blog Nation, Andrew explains the thrilling and humbling experience of being the CEO of Harmony Helper, and his desire to chart the path for other young entrepreneurs.
6 Reasons Why Startups Should Hire Employees With a Background in Performing Arts
With a worldwide skills shortage, startups face tough challenges when it comes to screening and hiring top talent. Andrew Goren, Founder, and CEO of Harmony Helper explores the top six reasons why startups should consider hiring employees with a background in performing arts.
“Expect Nothing, Be Grateful For Everything, And You’ll Never Have A Bad Day In Your Life” Andrew Goren
Andrew Goren has some wonderful advice he's learned thus far in his life. Andrew has a drive that is inspirational and beneficial to listeners. This conversation takes some wonderful turns with what he is working on and what his hobbies are. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did having it! Enjoy!
New Harmony Helper App for Singers and Choirs
Satb.Sk reporter Dominika Semaňáková positions Harmony Helper as an educational tool and discusses how its features offer users the ability to practice harmonizing without others present.
Harmony Helper will give singers a digital rehearsal room in their hands
Giving competition to music apps like Smule, Harmony Helper said it plans to launch an app that gives singers a digital rehearsal room. The technology creates a learning tool that can do things like provide customizable sheet music scanning, vocal part mapping, real-time feedback, record/playback, vocal part volume control, group sharing, and more. It’s aimed at helping singers of all skill levels prepare for their time in the spotlight.
Harmony Helper Is Your New Best Friend
If you were at BroadwayCon last month, you may noticed the Harmony Helper booth on the second floor. We are so excited to finally share that on Wednesday (February 27th), the new app titled Harmony Helper will arrive in app stores! Harmony Helper, created by Andrew Goren, is the first app designed specifically to help singers learn their harmony line for their next big audition, gig, and much more!
Andrew Goren’s Harmony Helper Truly Is A Singer’s Best Friend
In this podcast episode, host Keith Price chats with Andrew at BroadwayCon 2019 to discuss the features of Harmony Helper and the evolution of the app in recent years.
RWS Global acquires Harmony Helper app, a virtual rehearsal tool for singers
NEW YORK (March 12, 2025) – RWS Global, the world’s leader in live moments, today announced it has acquired Harmony Helper, a patented app which helps singers learn their part of a song. Through the acquisition of Harmony Helper, RWS Global’s clients will unlock significant rehearsal cost savings, while
thousands of singers in productions around the world will benefit from a one-of-a-kind tool that streamlines learning vocal parts anytime, anywhere. This is the fifth acquisition in the company’s history and the third software acquisition the company has made in the last year.
The Harmony Helper app – which has been used in many professional settings by some of the biggest brands in the entertainment space – functions as a digital rehearsal room for singers to learn songs and practice their vocals on demand outside of rehearsals. When integrated into the company and its productions, all musical pieces will be uploaded into the Harmony Helper app, providing additional support to music directors so singers can come to rehearsal more prepared and ready to focus on the performance aspects of the rehearsal process.
“We are thrilled to welcome Harmony Helper to the RWS Global family as we continue to deepen and diversify our investments in production and technology and deliver best in class shows around the globe,” said Ryan Stana, Chairman & CEO, RWS Global.
“This tool allows vocalists to practice at their own pace so they come to rehearsals more prepared with show ready vocals,” said Craig Laurie, Chief Creative Officer, RWS Global. “Harmony Helper will be a game-changer for our clients who are looking to elevate and save on their vocal productions.”
As a provider of premium entertainment around the world, RWS Global offers performers a worldwide talent trajectory program with unique development opportunities for performers at every stage of their careers. Through the program, a performer can start their career working across RWS Global’s worldwide opportunities, and work their way up to being cast in a Broadway production. As RWS Global grows talent within this pipeline, Harmony Helper will be another tool in their portfolio to develop talent and help them to achieve their career goals.
“When I was rehearsing for my first professional show at the age of 12, I had trouble singing harmony, it was in that moment the idea for Harmony Helper was born,” said Andrew Goren, founder of Harmony Helper. “I know that the hassles of practicing for a performance can leave singers feeling frustrated and unprepared. Now, through this exciting new venture, Harmony Helper will be accessible to thousands of professional singers hired by RWS Global around the world. It’s great to be a part of a like-minded organization that sees the value in supporting talent throughout their careers!”
RWS Global will continue to offer the Harmony Helper app as a free download for its performers. Producers interested in licensing the technology can connect with RWS Global at newbusiness@rwsglobal.com.
About RWS Global
As the world’s largest producer of groundbreaking live entertainment, RWS Global creates meaningful connections and customized experiences spanning from theatrical productions to events, multimedia and more. In 2024, the entertainment leaders expanded capabilities into live sporting events with the introduction of RWS Global Sports.
Headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati and Sydney with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theatres, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals worldwide.
The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.