Vic McDaniel
Music Lessons in Composition, Mixing, DJ, and Songwriting from Ramapo College Tutor




Music lessons - Vic McDaniel
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
About your music teacher
As a seasoned music tutor with over 7 years of experience, I am Vic McDaniel. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Music, I specialize in a wide range of music genres, including Baroque, Jazz, Rock, and more. My expertise lies in Music Composition, Songwriting, DJing, and more, catering to intermediate, advanced, and adult learners. I am passionate about teaching music theory, sight-reading, digital audio workstations, and music mixing. My teaching style focuses on personalized learning, ensuring each student receives tailored guidance to achieve their musical goals. Whether you aspire to compose your music or master a specific genre, I am here to support and inspire you on your musical journey. Let's embark on a musical adventure together and unlock your full potential in the world of music creation and performance.
Vic graduated from Ramapo College of NJ


Music lessons at a glance
I am an enthusiastic tutor with a technique-focused and engaging teaching style. I specialize in music composition, sight-reading, digital audio workstations, and more, catering to intermediate and advanced music enthusiasts. My approach integrates performance coaching, ear training, and creative methodologies. I utilize cutting-edge tech tools like ear training software, recording apps, and vocal warm-up apps to enhance the learning experience both online and offline. I follow a personalized curriculum tailored to individual needs, drawing from various educational standards like AP Programs and IB. With a track record of teaching 200+ students, I offer a supportive environment for students to explore and excel in their musical journey.

Music concept taught by Vic
Vic offered detailed feedback on a song recording to an individual from Lakewood, highlighting breath control, diction, and emotional inflection. They also reviewed vocal warm-ups, and Vic assigned a vowel exercise for homework. The singer was encouraged to consider potential songs for their next project, with plans to delve into music theory, including major scales and triads, in the upcoming lesson.
Emotional Inflection
Vocal Warm-ups
Solfège & Scale Familiarity
Vocal Diction
Vic and Eason collaborated on Eason's vocal performance of "Come Running Home to You" during their recent lesson. Their work centered on refining breath control, vowel pronunciation, and emotional delivery. Additionally, they incorporated solfeggio warm-ups to deepen Eason's understanding of scales and intervals. As a follow-up, Eason is to record a new performance of the song, emphasizing the techniques covered, and continue practicing the solfeggio warm-ups, particularly part two.
Solfège
Sight Reading
Major Scale
Song Dynamics (Crescendo/Movement)
Singer's Breath (Diaphragmatic Breathing)
Vic coached Eason on "Phineas Break My Heart," targeting vocal techniques such as melisma, breath control, and chest voice to improve both technical execution and emotional delivery. Eason was assigned specific sections to practice, and Vic plans to introduce additional vocal exercises in future sessions.
Chest Voice
Breathing Marks
Song Interpretation
Vowel Shapes
Vocal Warm-ups
Falsetto vs. Head Voice
Breath Control in Singing
Song Structure
Vocal Warm-ups
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Performance Analysis
Breathing Technique
Types of music lessons
Music Composition
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Electronic Music
Learner types for music lessons
Music for adults
Music for intermediate
Home schooled
Music for advanced
ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Interactive music lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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