Samara Braga
Take personalized singing lessons that include guidance on performance and music theory
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Samara Braga
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Samara - Get to know your vocal coach
Embark on a melodic journey with me, Samara Braga, your go-to guide for unlocking your vocal potential. With a Bachelor's in music and over a year of experience, I offer personalized singing lessons tailored to school students and adult/professional vocalists. My specialties span from ear training to music production, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Whether you aspire to sing pop, movie soundtracks, metal ballads, or country tunes, my expert teaching covers it all. Let's harmonize, hit those high notes, and explore the depths of your voice together. Are you ready to elevate your singing skills to new heights?
Samara graduated from Full Sail University
Your vocal coach specialities
Harmony and Chords
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music theory
Music Technology
Melody & Pitch
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Zero Risk Guaranteed
15-days refund
Free tutor swap
No cancel fee
1-yr validity
24/7 support
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for kids
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Singing for advanced
Singing lessons highlights
In my personalized singing lessons, you will embark on a journey of vocal exploration and performance mastery. Through engaging and progressive instruction, I focus on essential techniques tailored to your goals. You'll experience vocal warm-ups, pitch control, range expansion, performance skills, and musicality training. By integrating theory with practical exercises, I help you build a strong foundation in singing, be it in pop, movie, metal, or country genres. Utilizing tech tools like DAWs, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps, each session ensures personalized feedback for school students and adult/professional singers alike. With a curriculum aligned to A-Levels, AP Program, and other standards, my approach guarantees a well-rounded learning experience to enhance your vocal skills and stage presence effectively.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Movie Singing
Metal Singing
Country Singing
Singing concepts taught by Samara
The tutor guided the student through vocal warm-ups focusing on resonance and then introduced diaphragmatic breathing techniques. The student practiced these techniques by applying them to the song "Drop That," with a focus on improving breathing control for singing. The tutor recommended continuing these breathing exercises as practice.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers
Vocal Warm-up: Straw Phonation
Vocal Resonance and Articulation
Song Analysis: 'Drop That' by Olivia
The tutor instructed the student on diaphragmatic breathing techniques, explaining the physiological benefits for singing and relaxation. They practiced abdominal and thoracic breathing exercises and applied these principles to vocalizing a song, with plans to continue practicing these breathing techniques.
Cultural Influences on Breathing
The Role of Air in Vocal Production
Upper Chest Breathing vs. Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic Breathing
The Tutor and Student reviewed the concept of resonance in singing, focusing on how to manipulate vocal sound using body cavities and mouth/jaw movements. They practiced these techniques through vocal warm-ups and applied them to a song, "Birds of a Feather," with plans to focus more on breathing exercises in the following week.
Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Vocal Dynamics and Articulation in Singing
Resonance in Vocal Production
The student and tutor engaged in a detailed discussion about the student's new romantic relationship, their personal growth journey, and their evolving perspectives on love and self-care. They explored the dynamics of the new relationship and future plans, including the student's return to work and potential business ventures. The next session will focus on breathing exercises and anatomy.
The Power of Intentions and Vulnerability in Relationships
Navigating Grief with Resilience and New Beginnings
The 'Wife Coded' Approach to Partnership
The Reciprocity of Love and Care
The class focused on the concept of resonance in singing, explaining how altering the vocal tract's resonating space affects sound production. The student practiced various exercises to manipulate resonance, including jaw, tongue, and soft palate movements, and applied these techniques to a song. The next session will involve a recap of the song's dynamics and resonance, with more focus on practicing the song itself.
Nasal vs. Oral Resonance
Vocal Texture and Articulation
Resonance in Singing
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups, including breathing exercises and dynamic vocalizations. They then applied these techniques to practicing the song 'Falling in Love Again,' focusing on vocal interpretation and achieving a more intimate delivery. The next session will be scheduled for Tuesday, with the student tasked to find new songs to practice.
Vocal Dynamics: Piano and Forte
Vocal Fry and Chest Voice Technique
Breathing Exercises for Vocal Support
Mindset and Self-Affirmation in Performance
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Looping Software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
Reviews and Ratings for Samara
Brooks Haney
Westerwood, Greensboro
over 1 year ago
Thanks to gentle support, my 10-year-old now sings happily in front of her classmates at school events, all with a boost from Braga .
Ronnie Ballard
Broad Ripple, Indianapolis
over 1 year ago
Classes were customised and designed for my son by Braga to fit her singing style, which made a huge difference in her learning style. Braga helped her master a duet and hit high notes with precision and expression.
Gianni Lane
Southeast Anaheim, Anaheim
over 1 year ago
I’ve always wanted to sing, and Braga in Southeast Anaheim made it possible. Her lessons are clear, fun, and helpful.
George Livingston
Rosemont, Orlando
almost 2 years ago
Rosemont is best to live and if you have tutor like Braga its a plus point . The environment is supportive, relaxed, and encouraging, which made it easy to learn and grow.
Sydney Clements
Bakersfield, CA
almost 2 years ago
Braga ’s singing class offers a comprehensive approach, blending breathing techniques with practical performance advice. Her guidance covers every essential aspect, making the sessions both well-rounded and effective.
Owen Newton
Sunset Square, Hollywood LA
almost 2 years ago
I am very thankful to Samara Braga for sharing her knowledge and helping me with my singing lessons and helping me perform at local musical theatres here in Sunset Square. She has great knowledge in technical areas and I am glad I came across her.
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