Lessons

Singing & Vocal Coaching

Beginner to Intermediate Levels:

• Posture, breath, and diaphragm support

• Expanding and strengthening your vocal range (comfortably reaching lower and higher notes)

• Essentials of projection and natural resonance (without a microphone)

• Developing registers: head voice, chest voice, and mix

• Smoothing transitions between registers and vocal breaks

• Fundamental vocal techniques and terminology

• Analysis and study of top singers and your favourite artists

• Expanding your vocal "colour palette" by mastering different textures and tones based on genre

• Developing an expressive singing voice

• Vocal warm-ups tailored to your voice type

• Body and vocal cord relaxation exercises to reduce unnecessary tension

• Vocal health tips for singers

• Sound placement and vibrato

• Ear training

• Choosing and memorizing repertoire suitable for your level and skill

 

Intermediate to Advanced:

• "Anchoring," advanced breath, diaphragm, and full-body support

• Advanced vocal techniques and terminology: anatomy of the voice box

• Belting and advanced vocal protection

• Personalized repertoire and emotional expression through singing

• Advanced ear training

• Stage presence and performance: coordinating body and sound expression

• Use of microphone and essential gear

• Business and production tips for emerging artists

 

Songwriting

Lyric Writing:

• Cultivating a creative flow and writing routine

• Object Writing: Turning anything into a song

• Rhymes and stressing, utilizing the natural rhythm of words

• Literal vs. metaphorical lyric writing

• "Show, don't tell" techniques

Songwriting:

• Crafting hooks and catchy melodies

• Where to begin: lyrics, chords, or melody? Circular song construction

• Reharmonizing: Enhancing your 3-chord song

• Songwriting for singers: Writing for your vocal range

• The power of repetition in contemporary music

• Feedback on songs written outside of class

• Prosody: Writing music that complements your lyrics

• Harmonic elements of major genres

• Recording your demo at home: Production tips for songwriters

• Ear training and modal chords

• Techniques for genre fusion

• Business and production advice for songwriters

 

Piano for Self-Accompaniment:

• Coordination and timing

• Building a repertoire

• Proper handling and care for the instrument (tuning, changing strings, etc.)

• Performance skills and use of gear

 

Producing and Recording 

• Recording techniques 

• Basic production techniques 

• How to create demos for producers 

• Logic Pro X (DAW)