Music Lessons by Tutor from Royal Conservatory - Theory, Composition, Production

Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, breath control, and speech coordination, including S-holds, SH-holds, and V-holds. They practiced dynamic control and explored vocal registers, specifically chest, head, and mixed voice, applying these techniques to the song "Driver's License." The Student's homework involves continuing to practice chest voice exercises on scales to improve consistent access.

The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson focused on vocal warm-ups, breath control, and exploring different vocal registers. They practiced distinguishing and bridging chest and head voice, improving dynamic control, and applying these techniques to songs like 'Driver's License' and 'Deja Vu'. The Student received specific warm-up and scale exercises to practice for the next two weeks to further develop a comfortable singing chest voice.

Student and Tutor continued their piano lesson, focusing on practicing two main pieces, "Swan" and "The Secret Garden." They addressed specific technical challenges within these pieces, including accidentals, fingering, and clef changes, and reviewed previously learned songs. Homework includes practicing "Swan" and "The Secret Garden" hands together until the end, along with a weekly review of older repertoire.

The Student and Tutor focused on piano practice, starting with a review of various major and minor scales. They then worked extensively on the "Jurassic Park" piece, incorporating metronome practice to enhance rhythm and accuracy. Homework assigned included practicing the song with the metronome, reviewing scales, and utilizing new sight-reading materials set up on the Student's iPad, along with finding a new song to learn.

The Student and Tutor focused on piano technique and piece work. They reviewed C major, A minor, G major, and E minor scales and triads, discussing their theoretical connections to the emotional context of music. The session involved extensive practice on specific sections of "The Swan" (bars 27-46) and "A Secret Garden" (bars 14-18), with an emphasis on note accuracy and rhythmic precision. Homework was assigned to continue practicing these pieces and *Pachelbel's Canon* at specified tempos.

The Student and Tutor engaged in a piano lesson, practicing various sections of a piece at increasing tempos. They focused on refining rhythm, finger placement, and smooth transitions between bars. Homework was assigned, including practicing specific sections at designated BPMs and working on difficult passages slowly and accurately, with an emphasis on starting practice sessions with the least mastered material.