Pet-Themed Singing Lesson for Young Beginners
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Voice lessons are fun for all ages! No previous experience is needed to take this class. This class is a one-time introduction to the fundamentals of vocal instruction in a fun and engaging way. In class, students will learn to take care of their own vocal instrument - their body. We will discuss some the main parts of the body that are used to sing. Students will learn where their diaphragm is, and how it is used to support singing. And most importantly, we will learn to take care of those parts because we cannot replace our voices like we can replace other instruments! The class encourages social interaction and is based on the voice lessons that I give in person. I use slides to pace the lesson and show the words to the exercises. All of the exercises are original, and I will play the accompaniments for all of the exercises we sing. At the beginning of class, we will have introductions and talk about our own pets or stuffed pets. We will do relaxation stretches and a breathing exercise to prepare to sing. I always begin lessons this way because singing is a physical activity that requires warming up to ensure vocal strength and sustained health. We will begin singing by using lip trills followed by fun singing exercises. Simple and silly tongue twisters are some of my favorite warm-ups to sing with children because they are easy to remember, fun, and encourage articulation and diction. All of the stretches, breathing exercises, and vocal warm-ups will be about pets. Students may or may not sing in front of each other depending on the individual's comfort level. I want students to leave this class feeling more confident and knowing how to care for their own voices. Students will receive a download of a coloring page that corresponds to the lesson. Many students enjoy coloring while they take the class.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the parts of the body that are used in singing as well as learn to warm-up their voices before singing. My goal is to motive students to learn more about their voices and to have the confidence to share their singing with others.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I will screen share my own slides and music warm-ups that we will sing along with. We will also do some simple stretches and breathing exercises before we sing. Stretches may included raising arms above their heads, shoulder scrunches, and neck tilts. Students usually do these exercises from the seated position. Your student may also want to bring water to drink between singing warm-ups.
Supply List
Students may want bring a bottle of water. A coloring page is also available to print, but not needed for class.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from The Crown College
I began teaching voice lessons to children before I graduated high school. In college, I taught at the college's music conservatory. In 2002, was the first chair first soprano in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association. I have led children's choirs and teach private lessons in my home. I have enjoyed performing in various choirs, singing for weddings and events, and am currently a weekly worship leader at my church.
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Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-6
1-6 learners per class