Music professor appointed editor-in-chief of the Journal of Singing
The National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) has named Auburn University’s Matthew Hoch, professor of voice in the Department of Music, as the next editor-in-chief of the Journal of Singing, the premier peer-reviewed publication in the field of voice pedagogy.
Hoch will officially assume the role with the September/October 2025 issue, succeeding Lynn Helding, who will guide him through a transition period beginning next month. Hoch brings a wealth of editorial and scholarly experience to the position. A prolific author and editor, he has published over 50 articles and 11 books, including "A Dictionary for the Modern Singer," "Voice Secrets," and several volumes in the NATS "So You Want to Sing" series. He also recently edited the fourth edition of "The Singing Book."
“Matthew’s extensive background in publishing and his deep commitment to the art and science of singing make him an ideal choice,” said NATS President Alexis Davis Hazell. “We look forward to his leadership in this vital role.”
Hoch has been involved with the Journal of Singing since 2022 as associate editor of the Voice Pedagogy column and member of the editorial board. He previously served as editor-in-chief of VOICEPrints and is the recipient of the prestigious Van L. Lawrence Fellowship.
“I am honored to be named editor-in-chief of the Journal of Singing,” Hoch said. “I will do my best to continue the strong work of my predecessors and am especially grateful to Lynn Helding, who will mentor me in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition. I am eager to get to work and serve NATS in this new capacity.”
Hoch joined the faculty of Auburn University in 2012, where he was tenured in 2015 and promoted to the rank of professor in 2020. Prior to this appointment, he spent six years as assistant professor of voice at Shorter College/University. In 2018, he presented performances and master classes in the United Arab Emirates and was awarded the College of Liberal Arts Teaching Excellence Award. He has appeared as a soloist with the Oregon Bach Festival, the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, the Vox Consort, Harmonie Universelle, the Hartford, Rome, and Nashua symphony orchestras, the Atlanta Baroque Orchestra, and the United States Coast Guard Chamber Players.
The Journal of Singing is published five times annually and is recognized as a leading resource for research and discourse in voice education, science, and performance.
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