What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. To maximize the value of these lessons, it's important for learners to engage in consistent practice. Ideally, daily practice is encouraged, but I understand that each learner's schedule and lifestyle are unique. Together, we will collaborate to craft a practice routine that aligns with your schedule. This approach ensures that your practice routine remains both enjoyable and effective.Assessment
I primarily assess learners through observation, carefully monitoring their progress and making adjustments to the learning plan as needed.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
In these private one-on-one voice lessons, I will focus on helping you develop healthy and correct vocal technique. You'll learn to understand your voice and vocal range, and you'll master the foundations that will take your singing to the next level. Throughout our lessons, we'll explore various musical styles and genres allowing you to expand your singing repertoire and versatility. Above all, you'll grow into a confident singer ready for solos, auditions and performances! 🍎 Topics Covered: -Proper Breathing (diaphragmatic intercostal breathing technique) -Correct Singing Posture (seated and standing) -Understanding Your Vocal Range -Singing Vowels (i, e, a, o, u) -Jaw and Tongue Technique -Singing Vowels and Consonants with Correct Diction -Diphthongs -Vocal Resonance and Vibrato -Performance Skills and Musical Expression 🎶 Class Structure: These are ongoing 30-minute private one-on-one voice lessons, structured to provide you with personalized instruction aligned with your specific needs and musical aspirations. 🍏 How I Will Teach: I will teach according to your unique needs and musical goals! The first lesson is always structured as a introductory session where I will spend some time assessing and learning about your voice, prior musical experience (if applicable) and determining your overall goals for lessons. Following this initial session, I will suggest a method book and repertoire while crafting a long-term plan that prioritizes your learning objectives. It's important to note that I advocate for healthy singing techniques, and thus, I'll recommend songs and repertoire that align with this. Depending on factors such as age and vocal range, I will exclude more aggressive vocal techniques like screaming or extreme belting to safeguard your vocal health and prevent potential damage, especially in the case of changing adolescent voices. 👩🏼🏫 Teaching Style: My dedication to my private students is unwavering and I enjoy building lasting bonds with them! As a teacher, I have often been described as "passionate", "caring" and "tech-savvy" by parents, students and administrators. While I enjoy creating structured lesson plans, I tend to embrace organic learning moments as they arise. 🙋🏽 Learner Interaction: Since these are private 1:1 lessons, you will receive complete one-one-one attention where I'll address your strengths and weaknesses with the overall goal of helping you become the best singer you can be! 🧠 Required Experience or Knowledge: No prior musical or singing experience is required and beginners are warmly welcomed!
Learning Goals
1. Learners will develop their breath support for singing using diaphragmatic intercostal breathing technique.
2. Learners will be able to demonstrate correct singing posture.
3. Learners will be able to recognize and understand their vocal range, voice part and tessitura.
4. Learners will learn the basic singing vowels (i, e, a, o and u) and demonstrate the correct technique for forming them.
5. Learners will attain tension-free singing through corrective jaw, tongue, and soft palate techniques.
6. Learners will perform with clear and accurate singing diction through understanding of vowels, consonants and diphthongs.
7. Learners will enhance their vocal resonance through the understanding of head voice/falsetto, mid-range, and chest voice, along with the incorporation of vibrato.
8. Learners will develop confidence in their performance skills, conveying emotion and musicality through their singing.
9. Learners will establish and maintain consistent, effective practice routines that align with their schedules and lifestyles.
10. Learners will gain an understanding of vocal health maintenance, including the importance of vocal rest during illness, proper sleep, exercise, and hydration.
Other Details
Supply List
Learner will need approximately 1-3 books for this class which will be recommended after the initial introductory lesson. Please check the sources section of this listing for information on the singing method books used for this class!
4 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Depending on the age of the child, one of the following vocal method books will be recommended after the initial introductory lesson...
-Singing Lessons for Little Singers: A 3-in-1 Voice, Ear-Training and Sight-Singing Method for Children by Gregory Blankenbehler
-Alfred's Teach Yourself to Sing by Karen Farnum Surmani
Additionally, 1-2 vocal repertoire books will also be recommended based on the musical and stylistic interests of your child and their unique vocal range. The recommendation for repertoire books will be made after the initial introductory voice lesson.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Kean University
I am a professionally trained classical singer with over twenty years of experience. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Kean University and possess a K-12 music education standard license. Over the past decade, I've had the privilege of serving as an elementary choral director in New Jersey's public schools while also providing private vocal instruction. I have a successful track record of guiding my private students to achieve audition success, secure solo and theatrical roles, and gain admission into prestigious choral programs.
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$40
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 41 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-18