Connor Terrell
Music Production & Theory Lessons by Virginia Commonwealth University Educator
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Connor Terrell
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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About your music teacher
As a seasoned music tutor, I'm Emily Reynolds, holding a Bachelor's degree in Music Education with over 5 years of experience. My expertise spans a wide range of music genres like Baroque, Jazz, and Pop. I specialize in Music Theory, Songwriting, and Music Production, tailoring lessons for various levels from beginners to advanced students. My teaching style focuses on making learning interactive and enjoyable. Through personalized lessons, I aim to ignite your passion for music while honing your skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance, I provide a supportive environment to explore and grow your musical talents. From mastering instruments to understanding complex music composition, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let's embark on this musical journey together and unlock your full potential in the world of music!
Connor graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University
Your music teacher expertise
Baroque
Classical
Pop
Learner types for music lessons
Music for advanced
ADHD
Music for beginners
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Music for adults
Music for intermediate
Music for kids
All Levels
ASD
Home schooled
Learning Disabilities
Music lessons at a glance
As a Music Production, Composition, and Sound Engineering tutor, my methodology revolves around personalized and engaging learning experiences. I blend theory with practical applications, focusing on performance coaching to nurture creativity and technical skills in students of all levels. By tailoring lessons to match students' preferred genres and interests, I ensure an empathetic and motivating environment that keeps them inspired throughout their musical journey. I leverage a variety of tech tools like digital audio workstations, metronome apps, and recording software to create an interactive online learning environment. My curriculum aligns with international standards like IB and AP programs, as well as country-specific frameworks such as GCSE and A-Levels, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. With a diverse audience of 20+ students, ranging from kids to adults and beginners to advanced musicians, I cater to individual learning needs and goals. Through the integration of innovative tools and a performance-driven approach, I empower students to excel in music production, composition, and sound engineering while fostering a deep love for music and creativity.
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Music Composition
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Music concepts taught by Connor
The Student received instruction in vocal technique, focusing on breath control, resonance, and vowel placement. The Student practiced vocal exercises, scales, and began learning to sing "Danny Boy," with attention to musical notation and proper diction. The assigned homework includes practicing the first three pages of the song, focusing on rhythm, notes, and lyrics.
Vocal Tube Concept
Balancing Head and Chest Voice (Passaggio)
Addressing Diphthongs in Singing
Jaw Drop and Soft Palate Lift
Vowel Placement and Diction
Lip Trills and Vocal Warm-ups
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Support
The session focused on vocal warm-ups, range exploration, and pitch matching exercises. The student practiced siren techniques, scales, and melodic motion. The tutor assigned homework involving pitch exercise videos, emphasizing recognizing and replicating correct pitches.
Internalizing Pitch and Relative Notes
Breathing Exercises for Singing
Vocal Exploration: Sirens
Pitch Matching: Creaky Door Exercise
Distinguishing Scales from Arpeggios
Melodic Motion: Staying in Key
Tone Quality: Less Air
More Voice
Connor Terrell coached Alex James on improving his vocal technique, specifically focusing on the song "Wither Must Wanderer." They addressed issues such as breath control, vowel pronunciation, and transitioning between chest and head voice. This was the last session in Alex's package, and Connor encouraged him to continue practicing and refining his technique.
Vocal Soreness
Resonance and Vocal Placement
Interval Recognition
Mixing Voice
Open Throat Singing
Breathing Technique
Connor Terrell gave Bessie a voice lesson, conducted over the phone due to technical difficulties, focusing on vocal warm-ups and refining her performance of "Across Endless Dimensions," with specific attention to vowel pronunciation and high note support. Connor introduced the concepts of head and chest voice and suggested exploring art songs and arias. He assigned practice and will send a new karaoke track, and Bessie will contact tech support to resolve the meeting issues.
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
R-Colored Vowels
Resonance and Vocal Registers
Diphthongs
Connor Terrell and Alex James addressed technical issues, conducted vocal warm-ups focusing on resonance and breath support, and analyzed Alex's recording of "Danny Boy." They then shifted to "Wither Must I Wander," addressing breath control, rhythm, and phrasing. Connor assigned Alex to learn the middle and latter parts of "Wither Must I Wander" using provided resources.
Neutral Chin Position
Resonance in Singing
Art Song vs. Folk Tune
Breath Control and Phrasing
Connor Terrell gave Alex James a singing lesson that included reviewing breath control and high notes from a previous song, and then focusing on pitch, resonance, rhythm, and pronunciation in a new song. Alex informed Connor that they would be discontinuing lessons due to financial constraints.
Intervocalic Sounds
Flipped 'R's
Breath Control
Vocal Resonance
Soft Palate
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Recording Apps
Interactive music lessons
Mobile joining
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Parent feedback
Music lessons in cities
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