Classical Vocal Technique (Bel canto method) Private Lessons

Van 101.01 € /h

In our lessons, we work to strengthen and create flexibility in areas of the voice that need improvement. Vocal registration, breathing/support, vowel formation, postural alignment, and dynamic control are the major focus of the technical work. My teaching is rooted in the Bel Canto technique, and I incorporate other techniques such as Speech Level Singing (SLS), Alexander technique, yoga, and mindfulness practices. I believe in constant education as a teacher, and am always seeking ways to add value to my students.

Singing is a whole body & mind activity. I believe that in order to sing at our highest level, we must address all aspects of our instrument, which includes not only our voices, but our physical, energetic, and psychological state. It is impossible to train the voice separate from the whole, and with improved functioning of each area, voices flourish and expand.

Private voice lessons are a commitment to yourself and your goals. When you invest in yourself and your singing, other areas of your life improve symbiotically in response to the awareness you gain. As your technique and performance improve, possibilities expand for your life and career. I truly believe that by changing your voice, you can change your life!

As your teacher, I will support you on your path to vocal mastery by helping you build the necessary technical skills. I will help you remove old technical habits and thought processes that can block your progress. Often, I will guide you away from your comfort zone and challenge your beliefs about your own voice. This may involve making sounds that are "ugly" or difficult. It takes this kind of work to retrain the body's habitual patterns. I ask for an open mind and commitment to process.

It is an honor to take this vocal journey with you, and I so look forward to being your guide!

Extra informatie

Student will need high speed internet connection and a computer or iPad with a webcam.

Locatie

Online vanuit Verenigde Staten

Over

"I love helping my students grow and overcome vocal and mindset challenges.
Seeing them take their voices and careers to the next level is what I am passionate about."

I help singers realize their complete vocal potential through holistic and customized training of the voice, body and mind.

Along with my career as an opera singer, I have been teaching private voice for over 15 years, which I began while completing my Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance at Westminster Choir college. Afterwards, I completed my Graduate degree in Opera Performance at The University of Texas in Austin. ("Hook 'em Horns")

My students have received many honors including final selections for NBC's The Voice, Miss America pageants, classical voice competitions, and artistic scholarships for conservatories and universities.

Additionally, they regularly perform leading roles in Musical Theater and Opera, both in regional companies and educational institutions. They can be heard as solo artists or in bands throughout the USA, ranging from Pop to Rockabilly, on stages and with album releases.

As an opera singer, I have performed with companies such as Opera Orlando, Opera Naples, National Moravian-Silesian Theater, Annapolis Opera, Wichita Grand Opera, Gulfshore Opera, Little Opera Theatre of New York, and Tri-Cities Opera. Major roles include Marietta (Die tote Stadt), Madama Butterfly, Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus), Donna Elvira/Anna (Don Giovanni, Violetta (La Traviata), Fiordiligi (Cosí fan tutte), Susannah, Antonia (Les contes d'Hoffmann), and Suor Angelica.

I have won a few competitions, including The Jenny Lind Competition, Connecticut Concert Opera Competition, The Marcella Kochanska Sembrich Competition, and 5 Towns Music and Art Foundation Competition. Additionally, I was 2nd prize winner of the Kosciuszko Foundation Competition and the National Federation of Music Clubs Biennial Young Artist Awards, 3rd prize winner of the New Jersey State Opera Competition, as well as a grant recipient from CareerBridges Foundation.

I currently live in Bratislava, Slovakia with my fiance who is a Slovak conductor, and I miss my dog, Fifi, who is keeping my Dad company in Florida.

Opleiding

Westminster Choir College (Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance)
University of Texas (Master of Music in Opera Performance)
Tri-Cities Opera (Apprentice Program)

Leservaring

Member of American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA)
Member of National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)
Private voice instructor for 15 years.

Leeftijd

Kinderen (7-12 jaar oud)

Tieners (13-17 jaar oud)

Volwassenen (18-64 jaar oud)

Senioren (65+ jaar oud)

Niveau van de leerling

Beginner

Gemiddeld

Gevorderden

Duur

30 minuten

45 minuten

60 minuten

De les wordt gegeven in

Engels

Vaardigheden

Zingen

Stem (muziek)

Opera

Beschikbaarheid typische week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

5.0

(4)

I am Ai, a Soprano. I am giving lessons for Singing.
I have finished my study at:
Kyoto University of Arts/ Bachelor of Arts
Royal college of Music / Master of Music Performance
Royal conservatory in the Hague / Early Music Singing

I have an official teaching certificate in Japan, also I have wide range of experience of teaching and performing.
I would be grateful to share the music with you!

Deborah

5.0

(4)

Your body is your instrument when singing. We try to make that instrument sound as beautiful as possible by working on sound formation. This allows the vocal cords to move more freely, so that you get tired less quickly when singing. Your voice becomes fuller and you can sing higher and lower notes.

During the singing lessons we also work on articulation, the pronunciation of foreign languages and also on the meaning of and your feelings about a particular piece. Of course you decide what kind of music you will sing. Whether you sing alone in the shower or whether you are in a choir and encounter certain difficulties in general or with a specific piece? Please feel free to bring your choir part to class and we will see together how we can make this easier for you. We work on repertoire that you love. We can also make a journey of discovery together to your favorite music.

WHO CAN LEARN TO SING?
Everyone can learn to sing. Because of the singing lessons you will notice that singing becomes easier. Moreover, singing is good for relaxation, both of body and mind. Singing is just enjoying!

YOUR OWN INSTRUMENT
As a singer you already have one advantage over instrumentalists: you do not have to buy an (expensive) instrument. You always have your instrument with you, but... you have to take good care of your instrument!

Carmen

5.0

(4)

My name is Carmen and I am an opera singer. I studied at the PI Chaykovsky Conservatory in Moscow and the famous Santa Cecilia Conservatory in Rome. I attended many masterclasses in Russia, Italy and Austria with Edda Moser, Renata Scotto, Nino Machaidze etc. I was also a soloist in the Vatican Choir.

For several years, I have been working as a singing teacher in Brussels. I offer courses in English, French, Russian and Italian. I teach children from 6 years old (beginners or more experienced). I offer a wide variety of breathing and singing techniques.

Musically,

Francesca

5.0

(4)

I am an Italian soprano, graduated from the Dutch National Opera Academy. I work as a soloist as a freelance singer, and I teach singing to students of different levels and ages for many years.
The most important thing during my lessons is to help the student find a healthy and comfortable way of singing!
During the first part of the lesson, we will focus on Technique and breathing, while during the second part of the lesson we will focus on the repertoire chosen together with the student, applying the aspect of the technique that we worked on previously in the lesson.

Dirk

5.0

(4)

No, we don't think that being able to sing is absolutely necessary for actors. Not every actor or actress has the ambition to appear in a musical and not every series or film features singing. Still, vocal coaching is a good idea... whether you want to learn to sing or not!

With your course fee you can participate in any of our courses whenever you want. This way you can not only learn to act, but also taste our courses in debate and presentation techniques (our TV course), communication, singing, improvisation, 'physical acting', lie detection, hypnosis, directing, or writing! Of course, the following applies: the more you follow 1 particular course, the faster you progress.

More info

Anyone who has ambitions as a singer or who wants to expand his or her skills to make it easier to land a role will soon end up taking singing lessons... but also those who have no intention of ever performing songs. can benefit greatly from vocal coaching.

You often have to be on set for a long time and then it is important to use your voice properly, so that it does not get tired and you can speak as powerfully after hours of recording as before. Finally, it is very useful to be able to put different effects on your voice. Just think of the raspy character of Gollum in The Lord of the Rings, the barking explanations of Samson, the full voice of Kabouter Plop or the grunted insults exchanged in The Chronicles of Sabrina. Judiciously used voice effects can not only add color to characters, they are sometimes essential or almost automatically arise from emotional moments. So being able to use them correctly and maintain control over them without damaging your vocal cords is essential.

What you learn

As is the case with almost all of our courses, we teach you techniques from different approaches. For our singing lessons, these are Speech Level Singing (SLS), Estill Voice Training (EVT) and Complete Vocal Technique (CVT).

Here are some things that will pass in review:

• The similarities and differences between the three major singing techniques
• Using support
• The larynx, lips, and other organs that help control voice production
• Add necessary twang
• Add air or not
• Different vocal modes (with CVT): neutral, curbing, overdrive and edge.
• Variety of voice effects including: creaking, distortion, grunting, rattling, screaming, vibrato and ornamentation
• For actors: relationship between voice color, effects and the playing of all kinds of characters
• For actors: the relationship between stem kle

Extras

• Help with the CV
• Assistance with admissions
• Help in choosing the right equipment
• Help with finding auditions
• Syllabus with pdf of the book Complete Vocal Technique

You can participate whenever you want!

Lucy

5.0

(4)

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Do you have a passion for music and dream of learning to sing, play the piano, write your own songs, or even discover the magic of music production in Logic Pro X? Search no further!

Together we can search for the perfect lesson content that is specifically tailored to you, so that I can always offer what you want. Multiple interests? – then we can even combine different disciplines for an even richer learning path. The lesson material is infused with my personal experiences as a professional musician in the pop industry, knowledge from previous classical piano and theory lessons, singing lessons and the insights I gained during my completed studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Pop).

Expect a professional approach during class, combined with a fun and unique teaching experience designed especially for you.

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Are you passionate about music and do you dream of learning to sing, play the piano, write your own songs, or dive into the enchanting world of music production using Logic Pro X? Look no further!

Together, let's embark on a journey to tailor the perfect lesson content to your desires, ensuring that I can always provide exactly what you're looking for. Multiple interests? – then we can even combine various disciplines for a more enriching learning experience. The teaching material is infused with my personal experiences as a professional musician in the pop industry, insights from earlier classical piano and theory classes, singing lessons and the knowledge acquired from my studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Pop).

Expect a professional approach during the lesson, paired with a warm and distinctive learning experience crafted just for you.

Anaïs

5.0

(4)

Are you a novice singer or more experienced and would you like to learn more technically or interpretively? Would you like to be more confident on auditions/stage? Can't read music or have you never even done anything with music? Then I would be happy to help you with that. Together we look for the method that suits you best and your unique voice.

Alexander

5.0

(4)

Are you looking for a passionate singing teacher? Search no further!

With over 15 years of singing experience and a completed bachelor's, master's, and postgraduate degrees in classical singing and opera, I could be your ideal choice! I've already gained experience in professional concerts and opera productions in Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands!

In addition to classical music, I am also no stranger to light/pop music, so you can certainly always enjoy that! My lessons are aimed at a positive and supportive learning environment. Together we explore the basic principles and solve challenges in a relaxed and attentive atmosphere.

Whether you are a beginner or want to refine your singing talents, I am happy to help you achieve your vocal goals.

Don't hesitate to contact me! I hope to see you soon!
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Are you looking for a passionate singing teacher? Look no further!

With over 15 years of singing experience and a completed bachelor's, completed master's degree and postgraduate in classical singing and opera, I could be your ideal choice! I have already gained experience in professional concerts and opera productions in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands!

Besides classical music, I'm no stranger to light/pop music either, so you're certainly always welcome to bring that to a lesson as well! My lessons focus on a positive and supportive learning environment. Together we'll explore the basics and solve challenges in a relaxed and attentive atmosphere.

Whether you are a beginner or want to refine your singing talent, I am happy to help you reach your vocal goals.

Definitely don't hesitate to contact me! Hope to see you soon!

Tonya

5.0

(4)

Welcome to the exciting world of singing! Get ready to explore your voice like never before. From mastering breath control to expressing emotions through song, my classes are designed to help you reach your full potential. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned singer, join me on a fun and transformative journey into the art of singing!

Marion

5.0

(4)

Singing in French is no easy task, but as a native speaker and opera singer, I can help you!

We work on pronunciation together, first working on spoken text: getting acquainted with the French sounds and accent and working on how to make sure it sounds French even to a native French! When that's working well, we apply it to the singing.
If you want to practice on your own, I can record the text for you.
I can also help with you with the translation of a piece or questions you may have about a certain word, a saying or the subtext of a piece.

Ignazio

5.0

(4)

Cześć! Nazywam się Ignazio. Jestem gitarzystą, wokalistą i certyfikowanym nauczycielem muzyki z międzynarodowym doświadczeniem.
Od 6 października oferuję prywatne lekcje w Warszawie dla uczniów w każdym wieku i na każdym poziomie. Liczba miejsc ograniczona.

Co oferuję:

Indywidualne lekcje gitary (elektrycznej i akustycznej)

Lekcje śpiewu (style nowoczesne oraz śpiew dla muzyków)

Teoria muzyki, kompozycja, produkcja i kształcenie słuchu

Lekcje dopasowane do Twoich celów – od początkujących po zaawansowanych

DARMOWA wstępna wideorozmowa w celu określenia Twoich celów nauki.

Dlaczego warto uczyć się ze mną?

Ponad 15 lat doświadczenia w nauczaniu i występach

Międzynarodowe doświadczenie, mówię płynnie po angielsku, włosku i francusku (uczę się też polskiego)

Nowoczesne podejście oparte na solidnych fundamentach muzycznych

Przyjazna, motywująca i profesjonalna atmosfera

Lokalizacja:
Lekcje w moim studiu domowym w Mokotów lub online (Zoom / Google Meet).

Gwinny

5.0

(4)

Hey! I'm DAM VAN, a singer and part-time teacher. I graduated as a music teacher in 2015. You can learn music theory, vocal techniques, stage skills, and so much more with me. Feel free to let me know what you'd like to work on, and we'll get right to it! Musical regards, DAM VAN

Esmae

5.0

(4)

My name is Esmae, a singer and singing teacher from The Hague. I've been on stage since I was young, using my voice as an instrument for expression, connection, and enjoyment. In my singing lessons, your unique voice is central to who you are, what you feel, and what you want to express.

I offer both singing lessons and voice liberation classes. Voice liberation classes focus on releasing tension, increasing self-confidence, and empowering you to use your voice freely, without judgment or performance pressure. Whether you want to work on technique, expression, stage experience, or simply sing more freely, the lessons are fully tailored to your needs and level.

My strength lies in personal guidance, creative coaching, and helping you discover your own sound, style, and voice. Whether you're just starting out or have been singing for a while, we'll work on your development step by step in a safe and inspiring environment.

Jamie

5.0

(4)

Composing music, Learn to Sing or play the guitar. Here I offer my lessons in a accessable & fun way the boost your confidence with singing & learn to play the guitar (acustic & electric).

In these lessons I'll guide a through

-reach out with guidance & tricks from a self-taught perspective musician;
-music theory;
-guiding you allong your musical pathway.
-earn to play the guitar
-basic's for singing technique's

Athos

5.0

(4)

I will give you all the tips and tricks you will not be taught anywhere else, give you more insight into the details of music and make you grow in to your field of personality

Through years of experience on and off stage I know what you need