Pronunciation-focused Spanish instruction guided by a tutor who values cultural context

María Belén Corradini tutored a student from the University of Texas at Arlington in Spanish, focusing on a review of verb tenses including present simple, present continuous, and various past tenses. The student practiced conjugating verbs and constructing sentences in these tenses, with a particular emphasis on the past simple and irregular verbs. María Belén assigned homework involving verb conjugations to reinforce the concepts covered, and they agreed to reschedule their next lesson due to travel plans.

The following is a summary of a lesson. María Belén worked with an individual from El Paso on developing their mix belt vocal technique through various warm-up and tongue exercises aimed at releasing tension and promoting proper vocal placement. The learner practiced exercises to achieve a balance between vocal cord contact and stretch, focusing on nasal resonance and avoiding shouting. María Belén assigned listening to "Have You Had My Days" from The Notebook as an example of a mix belt.

Ramon Hernandez guided a learner through vocal exercises, emphasizing breath control and singing with sheet music. The individual, who makes their home in Fort Worth, practiced a song, focusing on the second verse, and received feedback on their vocal performance. Ramon recommended practicing breathing techniques to improve vocal quality and suggested posting a song on YouTube for feedback.

María Belén Corradini guided a learner from Sugar Land through exercises focusing on posture, breathing, resonance, and vowel pronunciation to improve their singing technique. The individual practiced diaphragmatic breathing, facial exercises, and vocal patterns, applying these techniques to the song 'Eddie Sims.' They discussed scheduling the next lesson and agreed the learner would confirm the time based on their availability.

In Scottsdale, María Belén provided vocal coaching to Barry, working on exercises and techniques to refine his singing for the new song 'My Cross.' Their lesson concentrated on sustaining vocal quality in higher notes and accentuating key phrases for enhanced emotional delivery. Barry was assigned to practice the song, with a particular focus on the end of each phrase and the most impactful lyrical sections.

María Belén worked with a student on vocal exercises, breath control, and positive affirmations. The learner, a student at Arizona State University in Tempe, practiced singing 'Amazing Grace' in English and began learning the song in Spanish, focusing on pronunciation. They plan to continue incorporating both languages into their lessons.