Giacomo Favitta
Discover a new singing style with lessons that mix rhythm, relaxation, and artistic expression
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Singing lessons - Giacomo Favitta
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Giacomo - Get to know your vocal coach
As a seasoned music tutor with over 5 years of experience, specializing in singing, I'm Alessandra Marino. Armed with a Bachelors's degree in Music Education, I offer a comprehensive approach to vocal training. My expertise includes pop, jazz, movie, folk, and country singing for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced. I focus on ear training, harmony, improvisation, and more, tailoring lessons to suit individual learning styles. Let's hit those high notes and unlock your full singing potential together!
Giacomo graduated from Conservatory “Giuseppe Verdi”, Como
Singing lessons highlights
My singing lessons are a harmonious blend of Rhythm and Timing, Patience, Engagement, Relaxation, and Musicality. Specializing in Singing, including Pop, Jazz, Movie, Folk, and Country genres, I cater to students of all levels - adults, professionals, college, and school students. Using a variety of Tech Tools like DAWs, Ear Training Software, and Vocal Pitch Training Apps, I create a dynamic learning environment both online and offline. I follow tailored curriculums such as A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more to ensure a comprehensive learning experience. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced singer, my goal is to make your singing journey enjoyable and enriching. Let's hit the right notes together!
Your vocal coach specialities
Melody & Pitch
Sight Singing
Harmony and Chords
Scales and Modes
Music History
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Technology
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Singing concept taught by Giacomo
The Student practiced a musical piece, focusing on rhythm, note identification, and chord progressions within the G major scale. The session introduced major chord construction and the identification of different major chords. The Student was assigned to practice playing major chords with both hands and continue practicing the assigned musical piece.
Reading Music and Identifying Notes
G Major Scale and Chord
Major Chords
Rhythm and Counting
Numbering Notes in a Scale
The Student and Tutor focused on guitar techniques, specifically learning the C major scale and applying it to the "November Rain" solo. The student practiced scale exercises to improve fingerboard knowledge and bending techniques for solo performance. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday.
Applying Scale Knowledge to Soloing
Bending Technique and Finger Strength
Rationalizing Musical Choices
Ear Training and Intuitive Playing
C Major Scale Exploration on Guitar
The Student and Tutor worked on reading and playing a new piano piece, focusing on time signatures, legato, and coordination between the left and right hands. The Student practiced specific sections of the piece and received guidance on rhythm and transitions. The Tutor assigned practicing connecting the lines as homework and will send the PDF of the music.
Recognizing and Playing Chords
Hand Coordination and Independence
Note Duration (White Notes and Dotted White Notes)
Legato Technique
Time Signature (3/4)
F Sharp Identification
Giacomo guided a student from the Miami Dade College, Wynwood Campus, in a music lesson focused on note recognition, playing melodies by ear, and reading musical scores. The learner practiced identifying notes, playing sequences, and coordinating both hands to play simple bars. Giacomo introduced new exercises and provided real-time feedback to improve their understanding and performance.
Reading Music (Vertical Alignment)
Two-Handed Play
Note Identification (Score)
Note Identification (Ear)
Giacomo led a piano lesson with Levi, where they focused on enhancing his reading and playing musical pieces from his book. Levi dedicated time to coordinating both hands and meticulously practiced specific lines to improve his speed and accuracy. For homework, Giacomo assigned Levi the task of learning "Where Are You Going to My Pretty Maid" from page 33 of his book, reminding him to pay close attention to the F# symbol.
F-sharp (F#) Symbol
Legato
Arpeggiate
During their recent lesson, Giacomo and Ryan delved into the iconic Guns N' Roses "November Rain" guitar solo. They meticulously analyzed the interplay between major and minor pentatonic scales and the solo's harmonic framework. Ryan, specifically, dedicated time to practicing the initial phrase, honing his bending techniques and ensuring the notes seamlessly connected with the underlying chords on the instrument. Their next meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 8 a.m.
Relative Major/Minor
Chord Degrees in C Major
Harmonic Arc (Tension & Resolution)
Melody's Chordal 'Color'
Pentatonic Scale
Learner types for singing lessons
All Levels
Singing for beginners
Singing for advanced
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Country Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Vocal tuner apps
DAWs
Vocal pitch training apps
Looping Software
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