Thom Isaacs

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Thom Isaacs

Masters degree

/ 55 min

Thom - Get to know 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

Thom graduated from University of Brighton

Your vocal coach specialities

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Melody & Pitch

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Music History

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Harmony and Chords

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Rhythm & Beat

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Music Technology

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Music theory

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Scales and Modes

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1-yr validity

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Singing for intermediate

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Home schooled

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Learning Disabilities

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Singing for adults

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Singing for beginners

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ASD

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Singing for kids

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Singing for advanced

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ADHD

Singing lessons highlights

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!

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Blues Singing

Blues Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Thom

Student learned 3 days ago

Student and Tutor focused on guitar practice, specifically addressing challenges with chord transitions and introducing a new fundamental concept. They reviewed G, D, E minor, and C chords, with the Tutor implementing exercises to correct the Student's C chord placement. The session then moved to learning the pentatonic scale, with the Tutor explaining finger positioning and providing a structure for continued practice.

Pentatonic Scale Finger Numbering and Fret Assignment

E Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern (5th Position)

Introduction to Pentatonic Scales

The Universal Chord Progression (I-V-vi-IV)

Building Chord Muscle Memory

Chord Practice & Correction

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Student learned 20 days ago

Student and Tutor engaged in a guitar lesson, reviewing how to read tabs and practice various open major and minor chords. They then began learning the chord progression for "Country Roads," focusing on transitioning between G, D, E minor, and C chords while integrating the song's lyrics. The Student received homework to practice this specific chord progression and its lyrical synchronization.

Understanding Guitar Chord Charts

Forming Foundational Open Chords

Achieving Clean Chord Sounds

Building Finger Strength & Endurance

Mastering Chord Transitions

First Song Application: 'Country Roads'

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Student learned 24 days ago

The session opened with a discussion about the UK's Eurovision selection process and challenges in the music industry, including artist development. The Student then practiced guitar chords, reviewing E minor, A minor, C, and D, and learning G major. The Tutor introduced how to read guitar tabs to help the Student learn chords independently, and future lessons will cover recording equipment and music theory.

Introduction to Reading Guitar Tabs (Tablature)

Fundamental Guitar Chords: E minor

A minor

C

D

G

Challenges in Music Collaboration & Production

UK Eurovision Selection & Performance Analysis

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor focused on guitar and singing coordination, practicing rhythmic chord transitions between E minor and A minor while maintaining vocals. They also learned the C major and D major chords, discussed muting techniques, and reviewed guitar anatomy. For follow-up, the Student was advised to practice chord transitions with a metronome, and the next session will involve learning to read guitar tabs.

Coordinated Guitar & Vocal Rhythm

The Power of Muscle Memory

Mastering C Major and D Major Chords

Muting Unwanted Strings in Chords

Essential Guitar Anatomy

Building Chord Transition Fluency

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Student and Tutor reviewed the student's Logic Pro project, focusing on organizational best practices, gain staging for vocal automation, and techniques for humanizing MIDI drums. They discussed the importance of project optimization and planned a future lesson on synthesizers and EQ.

Manual Vocal Cleanup using Gain Automation

Avoiding Effect Bloat in Projects

Humanizing MIDI Drum Performances

Gain Staging with the Utility Gain Plugin

Project Organization with Track Stacks and Labeling

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor revisited guitar chord vocabulary, focusing on E minor and A minor, and practiced strumming techniques with a pick. They also began exercises integrating singing with guitar playing to improve coordination. Homework was assigned to practice seamless transitions between E minor and A minor daily for five minutes.

Consistent Practice & Instrument Integration

Essential Open Chords: E minor & A minor

Optimizing Guitar Holding Technique

Strumming Rhythms: Downstrokes & Upstrokes with a Pick

Coordination Exercise: Singing While Playing

Mastering Smooth Chord Transitions

Advanced A minor Technique: Thumb Muting

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Metronome Apps

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Looping Software

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Ear Training Software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

Interactive voice lessons

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Note taking

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Mobile joining

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Parent feedback

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Record lessons

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