Testimonials
"The Weird Al of A cappella"- Acaville Radio
"Prof. Silverberg’s approach is comprehensive, with a full understanding of the subject material. He demonstrated full control of the classroom technology, and in doing so, kept every student engaged."- Five Towns College
"'I Will Never Be In Pentatonix' is not only musically sound and very funny—it’s also complex—more or less equal parts tribute, parody, and stellar original music." -The A cappella Blog
"This. Is. Hilaaaarious."- Kevin Olusola, for "I Will Never Be In Pentatonix"
"Powerful and meaningful approach to vocal music!"- Modern Band Summit
"This book is so cleverly written. It was an easy read, enjoyable, and a great book for anyone interested in a capella. As a matter of fact, it's a fun book for anyone to read!"- Amazon review of "The ABCs of A cappella"
Recognitions and Awards
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Runner Up, “Best Solo Performance,” Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards, 2019
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Nominee, "Best Humor Song," "Best Original Song," and "Best Solo Performance," for ICCA, Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards, 2019
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Best A cappella Arrangement, Varsity Vocals Aca-Open, New York, 2018
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Runner Up, "Satellite Lane," Varsity Vocals Aca-Open, New York, 2018
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Best Original Song, Harmony Sweepstakes Festival, New York Region, 2018
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Nominee, “Best Humor Record,” Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards, 2016–2017
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Nominee, “Best Jazz Record,” Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards, 2016
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Best A cappella Arrangement, Harmony Sweepstakes Festival, Boston Region, 2016
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Audience Favorite and Best A cappella Arrangement, Harmony Sweepstakes Festival, New York Region, 2013, 2014, 2018
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Named to list of “Top 100 Influential A cappella People,” Acappellablog.com, 2012
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Best Supporting Actor in a Musical, Planet Connections Off Broadway Theater Festivity, New York, New York, 2011
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2004 Grace F and Theodore Berger Scholarship, Top Music Student of the Year, University of Delaware, 2004
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New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education Leadership Award,Plainview-Kennedy High School, 2000