Christa Golding
Take uplifting vocal lessons that help you harmonize, express yourself, and grow your confidence
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Christa Golding
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Christa - Get to know your vocal coach
As a seasoned music tutor, holding a B.F.A. degree and with over two years of experience, I am passionate about imparting knowledge and fostering a love for music in my students. Specializing in a variety of singing genres including classical, pop, jazz, rock, blues, folk, and country, I offer a comprehensive approach to vocal training tailored to students of all levels. My teaching philosophy is centered around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can explore and develop their singing abilities. With expertise in areas such as ear training, harmony, improvisation, music theory, and vocal techniques, I aim to provide a well-rounded musical education that goes beyond just singing. I understand that each student has a unique learning style and pace, which is why I personalize lessons to cater to individual needs and goals. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced singer, my goal is to help you unlock your full vocal potential and build confidence in your abilities. Join me on a musical journey where we will not only enhance your singing skills but also delve into music history, performance techniques, and music production. Let's harmonize, hit the right notes, and create beautiful music together!
Christa graduated from York University
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Music Technology
Singing
Music theory
Music History
Sight Singing
Melody & Pitch
Scales and Modes
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Learning Disabilities
Singing for adults
ASD
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
ADHD
Home schooled
Singing for advanced
Singing lessons highlights
I specialize in teaching a wide range of singing styles including classical, pop, jazz, rock, blues, folk, and country to students of all levels, catering to over 200 students. My teaching style focuses on breathing techniques, motivation, building harmony, boosting confidence, and maintaining an engaging atmosphere. I utilize various tech tools like DAWs, digital sheet music databases, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps to enhance the learning experience. I follow a personalized curriculum based on individual student needs, whether they are beginners, intermediate, advanced, kids, or adults. By incorporating these tools and tailored techniques, I ensure a supportive and creative environment that encourages growth and skill development in the art of singing.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Blues Singing
Singing concepts taught by Christa
The Tutor and Student began with vocal warm-ups and a review of proper breathing and diction techniques. They analyzed two songs, "Night Changes" and "If I Ain't Got You," focusing on adjusting their keys using a guitar capo or piano to better suit the Student's alto vocal range. The Student will practice these key adjustments for both songs as follow-up.
Song Adaptation for Personalized Vocal Performance
Key Transposition with a Capo for Guitar
Navigating Vocal Registers and the Passaggio
Optimizing Vowel Articulation
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-up exercises focusing on jaw dropping and vowel rounding for intonation. They practiced two songs, "Count On Me" and "When I Grow Up," with an emphasis on breath control, inner listening, and sight-singing using solfège and interval training. The Student was assigned to continue practicing the current songs, potentially find a new one, and utilize a provided PDF for future sight-singing practice.
Vocal Warm-ups & Jaw Drop
Inner Listening & Pitch Visualization
Vowel Roundness for Intonation
Breath Control Techniques
Relative Solfege & Interval Training
The Student and Tutor engaged in a demo lesson covering core vocal techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, clear diction, and the purpose of warm-up exercises. The Student sang a jazz piece for feedback, which the Tutor analyzed, offering specific practice recommendations. They also discussed potential future lessons focusing on songwriting and instrumental accompaniment, with the Student planning to select a piece for their next session.
Vocal Registers: Chest
Head & Blending
Diaphragmatic Breathing: The Singer's Fuel
Diction: Shaping Your Vocal Sound
The Power of Vocal Warm-ups & Muscle Memory
The Vocalist's Instrument: Body
Mind & Internal Listening
Songwriting Fundamentals: Chord Progressions
Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups using arpeggios and practiced two songs, "Count on Me" and "When I Grow Up." The session involved finding a suitable higher key for "Count on Me" using karaoke tracks to improve vocal range and avoid flat notes, and working on diction for "When I Grow Up." For follow-up, the Student needs to practice the songs in their new keys and prepare for sight-reading exercises using solfège in the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups & Diction
Key Selection for Vocal Range
Strategic Practice with Accompaniment
Song Selection & Learning Flexibility
Introduction to Sight-Singing (Solfege)
Student and Tutor worked on various violin scales, including G major, D minor harmonic, A minor harmonic, and C major, along with their corresponding arpeggios. They also practiced several pieces such as the Gavotte in G minor and a Minuet, receiving specific feedback on finger placement and tuning. For homework, the Tutor will send etudes for the Student to practice.
G Minor Scale Introduction
Introduction to Double Stops
Finger Frame Stability & Tuning Technique
Harmonic Minor Scales (D & A Minor)
G Major Scale & Arpeggio Refinement
The Student and Tutor practiced vocal performances of "Count on Me," "When I Grow Up," and "Beyond the Sea." They concentrated on fundamental music theory by learning to read sheet music using solfège syllables for "When I Grow Up" and engaged in interval training. The Tutor assigned continuing solfège practice and headphone listening as follow-up, and mentioned introducing sight-singing exercises in upcoming classes.
Mastering Musical Intervals
Vocal Technique: Head Voice Engagement
Music Notation Basics: Key Signatures & Bars
Solfège Fundamentals for Sight-Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
Vocal tuner apps
Looping Software
Metronome Apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Reviews and Ratings for Christa
Raphael Khan
Lakewood, Dallas
over 2 years ago
From the very first class, I felt comfortable and encouraged to explore my voice. Golding has a unique ability to explain complex vocal techniques in a simple, relatable way, and tailors each session to my learning pace and musical goals. feel ucky to live in lakewood.
Skyler Fitzpatrick
Wilmington, Los Angeles
over 2 years ago
I personally have found singing to be really intimidating but Golding has explained tone blending, vocal dynamics in such a way that it all became really easy to understand.
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