Nicole Demers
Work with a Berklee-trained coach offering vocal training that adapts to your talents and goals
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Nicole Demers
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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Nicole - Get to know your vocal coach
I'm Nicole Demers, a Bachelors-educated singing tutor with over 2 years of experience specializing in personalized singing lessons. I offer tailored lessons in pop, rock, folk, and more, catering to school students, college attendees, adults, and professionals at all levels. My specialities include vocal training, music theory, sight singing, and harmony, among others. I focus on individualized attention, ensuring each student's unique learning style is met. Let's explore the world of music together through expert teaching and personalized learning. Book a session today to start your musical journey with me!
Nicole graduated from Berklee College of Music
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing for advanced
Singing for intermediate
All Levels
Singing for adults
Singing lessons highlights
As a singing tutor, I offer personalized tutoring in singing, pop, rock, and folk styles. My approach is motivating, patient, and flexible, focusing on building confidence and enhancing vocal performance through proper breathing techniques. I use a range of tech tools like DAWs, ear training software, and vocal pitch training apps to provide interactive lessons. I follow various curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, catering to students in school, college, and adult/professional levels. With 50+ students taught, I help individuals at all levels showcase their talents and improve vocal techniques, overcoming obstacles like stage fright. Providing tailored feedback and guidance, I ensure students reach their full potential and excel in their singing abilities.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by Nicole
The Student practiced singing two songs, focusing on improving projection, timing, and dynamics. The Tutor provided feedback on specific sections of the songs needing improvement, particularly regarding melodic accuracy and breath control. The Student will continue practicing the songs, paying attention to building intensity throughout each piece and refining the melody.
Legato Singing
Building Intensity in a Song
Lyric Accuracy and Attention to Detail
Vocal Projection on High Notes
Dynamics in Vocal Performance
The Student prepared for a musical audition by practicing two songs, "World Burn" and "Sassy," with the Tutor's guidance. They focused on vocal technique, emotional delivery, and hitting specific notes. There was discussion of the student potentially singing the same song at callbacks and the importance of character portrayal.
Singing On 'Yeah'
Resonance and Vocal Placement
Vocal Technique: Riffs and Runs
Song Interpretation and Character Work
Vocal Warm-ups
Importance of Studio Sound (and troubleshooting)
The session involved vocal warm-ups, song selection, and initial practice with 'Sugar, We're Going Down' by Fallout Boy to improve belting technique. The student was assigned 'Untitled' by Simple Plan to learn for the next session. The tutor focused on projection, breath control, and opening the mouth for clearer sound.
Song Selection for Vocal Development
Projection and Vocal Power
Belting Technique
Vocal Warm-ups
Importance of Envisioning and Emotional Connection
Range Exploration and Comfort
The student prepared for a musical callback by practicing two songs from "Mean Girls": "Sassy" and "Meet the Plastics." The student received feedback on vocal projection, pitch accuracy, and character embodiment for the callback performance. The student was encouraged to continue practicing the Gretchen part of "Meet the Plastics" and was assigned no formal homework.
Song Projection and Vocal Technique
Character Acting through Song
Musical Runs and Vocal Agility
Vowel Modification for Projection
Harmony and Vocal Parts
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
The Student practiced two songs for an upcoming audition, receiving feedback on vocal technique, acting, and character portrayal. The Tutor focused on helping the Student balance technical accuracy with emotional expression in their performance. They discussed strategies for maintaining vocal control while embodying the character's emotions and planned no specific follow-up.
Vocal Sharpness
Vocal Projection
Balancing Technique and Emotion
Character Immersion
Acting Choices and Naturalism
The Student worked on improving their singing technique through targeted exercises and focused practice of the song "How to Save a Life". The Tutor provided guidance on melodic accuracy, rhythmic precision, and breath control. The session included a review of breathing exercises and a discussion on improving pronunciation. The student was encouraged to listen to the song to better understand the rhythm.
Section-by-Section Song Breakdown
Rhythm and Syncopation
Vocal Technique: Opening the Mouth on Vowels
Addressing Pronunciation Issues
Breath Control and Pacing
Interactive voice lessons
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Note taking
Mobile joining
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