Thom Isaacs
Work on pitch precision and emotional delivery through thoughtful, expressive vocal guidance
Private lessons - Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
$39
$38
/ hour
About your vocal coach
As a seasoned tutor in the realm of singing, I am Thom Isaacs, holding a Master's degree in Music. With over a year of experience, my expertise lies in various singing genres like Pop, Jazz, Rock, and more. Specializing in a wide array of subjects from Vocal Training to Music Theory, I bring a holistic approach to each lesson. My unique teaching style focuses on personalized techniques tailored to individual learning preferences, ensuring a rewarding and engaging learning experience. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced singer, I am here to inspire and guide you on your musical journey. Let's hit those high notes together!
Meet Thom
Thom graduated from University of Brighton
Singing lessons overview
In my singing lessons, I blend musicality, engaging techniques, pitch perfection, flexibility, and harmony to create a dynamic and effective learning experience. I specialize in teaching a wide range of singing styles including pop, jazz, rock, blues, and more to students at all levels, from kids to adults. I leverage tech tools like DAWs, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps to enhance personalized teaching. By incorporating digital sheet music, karaoke apps, and vocal tuner apps, I create an interactive and engaging learning environment both online and offline. Following diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, I ensure a comprehensive educational approach tailored to individual student needs. Whether teaching singing basics or advanced vocal techniques, my goal is to foster a deep understanding of music while nurturing a passion for singing. Join me to unlock your vocal potential and express yourself with confidence and artistry!
Trusted vocal coach for all levels
Guides beginners to advanced singers with tailored techniques
Vocal coach who listens and adapts
The teachers flexible approach earns praise from parents
Flexible scheduling for singing lessons
90% of students say voice lessons easily fit into their weekly routine
Your vocal coach specialities
Sight Singing
Music theory
Music Performance Techniques
Rhythm & Beat
Harmony & Counterpoint
Singing
Music production & recording
Harmony and Chords
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Singing concept taught by Thom
Thom Isaacs coached David Arnold on singing Sam Ryder's "Spaceman," working through the song line by line, focusing on vocal techniques like head and chest voice transitions and the "spaceman" howl. They clarified lyric versions and addressed David's specific challenges with certain notes and transitions. Due to David's car issues, they ended the session with a plan to continue practicing the song independently.
Vocal Warm-ups
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Howl Technique
Performance Mindset
Adapting to Song Versions
Thom Isaacs and Seth Livingston worked on Seth's singing technique, particularly focusing on accessing his head voice and understanding the concept of a backbeat in music. They practiced applying the backbeat to the song "Chocolate Jesus." Thom recommended the album "Small Change" by Tom Waits for further listening and rescheduled the next session for Thursday.
Backbeat
Call and Response (Antecedent and Consequent Phrasing)
Vocal Health
Displacing Beats
Marketing Music
Thom and Reid discussed Reid's recent guitar acquisitions and his progress with improvising using pentatonic scales and the CAGED system. Thom provided feedback on Reid's improvisational techniques, suggesting ways to incorporate larger note jumps and develop musical ideas through repetition. They plan to continue working on improvisational skills and exploring different positions within the CAGED system in future sessions.
Pentatonic Scale Positions
Improvisation with Repetition
Improvisation: Note Intervals
Solo Development
Acoustic Guitar for Practice
Thom and David discussed the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, analyzing political influences and voting outcomes. David then worked on a song, focusing on vocal technique, vowel pronunciation, and accent modification for a more Americanized sound. They agreed to continue refining the song next week, with David focusing on vowel sounds and Thom providing feedback.
Eurovision Politics
Vocal Technique & Accents
Staging & Performance
Tele Voting
Thom Isaacs coached David Arnold on vocal techniques in preparation for a potential Eurovision performance. The session covered "yawn posture," dynamic control, phrasing, transitions, and pronunciation. They analyzed specific songs and planned to review the original artist's performance for further refinement.
Singing Through the Break
Range Expansion
Yawning for Singing
Dynamics in Singing
Dipthongs
Performance Technique
Thom gave Seth a singing lesson that included vocal warm-ups and an in-depth analysis of Tom Waits' "Chocolate Jesus." Seth received coaching on pitch, rhythm, and delivery, with a focus on specific lines and pronunciation. They plan to incorporate piano in the next session.
Relative Pitch vs. Absolute Pitch
Swung Rhythm
Oral Tradition in Music
Tom Waits' Songwriting
Hiding Breaths in Vocals
Fixin' To
Half Past
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Blues Singing
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in voice lessons
Looping Software
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Vocal tuner apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Metronome Apps
Student types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
All Levels
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Singing lessons in cities
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