What's included
7 live meetings
3 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. We will work to develop an appropriate practice routine together based on the goals, age, and skill level of the student.Class Experience
Lessons for young children include fun warmups that also have very specific goals for vocal development. We learn about good posture, breathing for singing, storytelling through song, and of course, we sing songs! In our time together we may cover concepts such as proper breathing technique, pitch matching, vocal technique skills, acting through song and of course learning songs appropriate for your level. I'll also help you choose songs appropriate for your age and current abilities. WHAT IS THE FIRST LESSON LIKE? In our first lesson, I'll observe your singing through specific exercises so that I can observe your current skills. If you have a song or part of a song you can sing for me during our first lesson, this would be beneficial for assessment purposes. We will talk about your short and long term goals and together set achievable goals based on what I hear. WHAT ARE FOLLOW UP LESSONS LIKE? Each lesson will include technique exercises based on your goals and vocal needs. We will then apply those exercises to your songs. We may also work on artistry, acting your song, and English or foreign language diction. I’ll always tailor our time together so that we work towards your specific goals. DO I NEED TO PRACTICE? Weekly practice is encouraged. I will provide a practice chart along with suggested practice goals.
Learning Goals
Some topics that may be covered are:
-Vocal Technique to keep you from developing bad habits such as straining
-Song selection to make sure you are singing the the perfect song for your age and range
-Foreign Language diction (did you know that a very popular American musical, South Pacific, features french sung by the young Ngana and Jerome?)
-Breathing Technique to make sure you and sing through lines without running out of breath!
-Performance and Acting work to help you tell your story to the audience
-Audition Preparation to make sure you are as ready as can be!
-Sight Reading to help you learn music quickly and identify everything in the music
-Ear Training to help you recognize intervals and pitches
-Rhythm to help keep a steady tempo while you sing!
Other Details
Supply List
Depending on the age and musical goals, I will offer suggestions for song books.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Belmont University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Samford University
A professional performer and voice teacher with 20 years of experience, Sarah has worked with singers of all ages and skill levels. While some singers have been brand new to singing with no experience, others have gone on to win conservatory scholarships and Broadway auditions.
As a teaching artist for the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Sarah has extensive experience working helping students finding characterization through song. Sarah has a Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy and Performance and and Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. Sarah is a Royal Conservatory of Music Elementary Certified Voice Teacher.
Sarah is the co-author of a singing method book for children scheduled to be released in 2021.
Learn more about Sarah at www.fineartsvoice.com
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Live Private Class
$527
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
30 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-18