Learn jazz, blues, and country vocals in a soulful setting guided by an RNCM graduate

Youdan and Audrey engaged in vocal exercises such as lip flutters, dog breathing, and sirens, aiming to enhance breath control and vocal placement. During the lesson, Audrey skillfully applied these techniques to Corinne Bailey Rae's "Like a Star," concentrating on dynamics and groove. She also commenced work on Madonna's "Like a Prayer," specifically identifying nasal voice placement. For her practice, Audrey was tasked with continuing the siren exercise and actively listening for various vocal placements in songs.

The following is a summary of a lesson. Youdan and Signe worked on enhancing vocal techniques, concentrating on breath control, vocal cord closure, and mouth shape relaxation. Signe applied these methods to jazz phrasing with Lady Gaga's "That's Life" and was encouraged to explore artists like Lake Street Dive and Raye. For the next lesson, Signe will choose a song to learn, potentially from Raye's album or by continuing with the Lady Gaga piece, and their next lesson is scheduled for Sunday at 1:30.

Youdan worked with Swastika on vocal techniques, including staccato, breath control, and vocal cord closure. During their lesson, they used exercises like duck breathing, lip trills, and sirens, applying these to the songs "Sign of the Times" and "Dress" to focus on dynamics and emotional expression. Swastika was assigned practice exercises to improve her vocal cord control, nasal resonance, and breath support, with a specific focus on differentiating between throat and belly support.

Youdan collaborated with Xila on vocal techniques, aiming to reduce throat strain and enhance breath control. Their focus during the lesson was on abdominal support and developing a strong mix voice. Xila actively practiced exercises such as sirens, then applied these methods to popular songs by Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande. For their upcoming lesson, Youdan assigned Xila the task of continuing the siren exercise and mastering half of an Ariana Grande track.

The following is a summary of a lesson. Youdan and Audrey focused on enhancing Audrey's vocal techniques, specifically addressing breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal cord management, as they practiced the song "Better Be Home Soon." During the lesson, Audrey engaged in lip flutters, siren exercises, and glow onset techniques to further refine her vocal performance. For her continued development, Youdan assigned vibrato exercises and encouraged Audrey to choose a new song for their upcoming lesson.

Youdan guided Makeda through a vocal lesson, concentrating on breath control, vocal cord control, and vocal power. They utilized warm-up exercises and applied these techniques to the songs "Fold It" and "Tummy Hurts." Makeda dedicated her practice to finding the correct vocal placement and varying her vocal delivery for dynamic expression. Their next lesson is set for October 4th, allowing Makeda ample time to practice.