Mark V. Harriott
Train in classical, pop, jazz, and rock with lessons designed to bring out your best voice
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Mark V. Harriott
Diploma degree
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Mark V. - Get to know your vocal coach
I'm Mark V. Harriott, a diploma-educated singing tutor with over 5 years of experience. My passion lies in providing engaging singing lessons tailored to all levels, from school students to adults and professionals. Specializing in a wide range of subjects including classical, pop, jazz, rock, and more, I offer expertise in areas like harmony, melody, and vocal training. I focus on personalized learning, ensuring each student receives the attention they need to build confidence and improve their voice. Let's unlock your true singing potential together with fun and expert lessons.
Meet Mark V.
Mark V. graduated from The American Academy of dramatic arts

Your vocal coach specialities
Rhythm & Beat
Sight Singing
Music Performance Techniques
Improvisation & Composition
Music theory
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
Learner types for singing lessons
Learning Disabilities
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
ASD
Singing for kids
All Levels
Home schooled
Singing for advanced
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
ADHD
Singing for adults
Singing lessons highlights
In my personalized tutoring approach, I blend rhythm and timing, patient guidance, confidence building, pitch perfection, and motivation to create engaging and effective lessons. Specializing in a wide range of singing genres like Classical, Pop, Jazz, and more, I cater to school students, college attendees, and adult/professional learners at any proficiency level. By integrating tech tools such as DAWs, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps, I ensure interactive lessons that enhance learning. Following diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB among others, I adapt my teaching to meet individual student needs and curriculum requirements. With a focus on building a strong foundation while fostering creativity, I empower students to excel in their singing journey. Let's embark on this musical adventure together to unlock your full singing potential through tailored and engaging lessons.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing

Singing concepts taught by Mark V.
The session involved a discussion of vocal performance challenges, techniques for balancing preparation and spontaneity, and strategies for optimizing vocal warm-ups and rehearsals. The student shared their experiences with singing in a worship setting and the tutor provided insights into managing vocal fatigue and exploring different vocal registers. The student is to continue recording services and the next session will explore falsetto techniques.
Freedom vs. Meticulousness in Performance
The Role of Nerves in Performance
Vocal Warm-up Strategies & Voice Zones
Falsetto Voice Exploration
Leveraging Recordings for Self-Assessment
Recognizing and Unlocking Vocal Potential
The session focused on vocal technique, song performance, and blending head voice with falsetto. The student practiced several songs, receiving feedback on pitch, rhythm, and emotional expression. The tutor provided guidance on improving vocal control and transitioning between registers to enhance overall performance quality.
Breath Control and Belted Notes
Intentionality in Vocal Choices
The 'High I' Syllable Execution
Optimal Vocal Condition Awareness
Falsetto and Head Voice Blending
Song Interpretation vs. Literal Lyrics
Vocal Warm-ups: Airflow and Obstruction
The session focused on improving the student's vocal technique, particularly with high notes and harmonies. The student worked on a song, 'Two Gone,' focusing on breathing and vowel placement to improve consistency and reduce voice cracking. The tutor recommended practicing the song and exploring two- and three-part harmonies for the next session, possibly using 'Chase Rabbits' as another practice song.
The 'Spirometer' Analogy for Breath Support
Note Foundation and Vowel Placement
Harmonizing Effectively
Locking in Harmonies Through Repetition
Breathing and Belt Technique
Vocal Cracking and Relaxation
The student and tutor discussed methods for improving vocal recordings, focusing on harmonizing and adding emotion to the student's original song. They explored techniques for layering vocals to avoid a monotone sound and worked on identifying harmonies in real-time. The student will send over a track with their voice for further analysis in the next session.
Vocal Layering and Harmonization Techniques
Understanding and Finding Harmonies
Importance of an 'Unobstructed' Vocal Take
The Cooking Analogy for Music Production
Authenticity and Emotion in Vocal Performance
Flow State in Music Performance
MVH provided a vocal lesson focusing on an individual's performance. The learner, who resides in Brightleaf, concentrated on adapting songs to their vocal range and improving breath control. They practiced "Party in the USA," receiving feedback on phrasing and melody modifications. The lesson also covered stage presence and song selection strategies for live performances.
Vocal Adaptation
Vocal Stamina & Breathing
Repetition for Muscle Memory
Performance Mindset
MVH recently led a vocal lesson with Myles, concentrating on refining his vocal techniques. Their work together involved the songs "Rich Girl" and "The A Team." Myles dedicated his practice to improving air distribution, vowel pronunciation, and extending his vocal range, notably exploring his falsetto. MVH provided guidance, suggesting that Myles practice the falsetto section of "The A Team" and consider adding guitar accompaniment to his singing.
Falsetto Technique
Instrument Accompaniment
"I" Vowel Diphthong
Soft Palate & Epiglottis
Air Distribution in Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Vocal pitch training apps
Metronome Apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Vocal tuner apps
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Weekend lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
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