Youdan Yang
Learn jazz, blues, and country vocals in a soulful setting guided by an RNCM graduate
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Youdan Yang
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Youdan - Get to know your vocal coach
I'm Youdan Yang, a passionate singing tutor with a Masters in Music. With over six years of experience, I've taught students of all ages and levels, from kids to adults, beginners to advanced. Specializing in pop, jazz, blues, and country singing, I offer a unique approach to vocal training. In my lessons, I not only focus on singing but also incorporate music theory and songwriting skills, empowering students to create their own music. I understand that each student is unique, so I tailor my teaching to meet individual needs and learning styles. Whether you're a beginner finding your voice or an intermediate singer refining your skills, I'm here to support you on your musical journey! Ready to take your singing to the next level? Let's harmonize your voice and unlock your full potential together!
Youdan graduated from Royal Northern College of Music
Your vocal coach specialities
Music production & recording
Vocal Training
Ear training
Music Performance Techniques
Singing
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Learner types for singing lessons
Kids
Intermediate
Beginners
Adults
Advanced
Singing lessons highlights
My tutoring approach revolves around creating a patient, confidence-building atmosphere that fosters relaxation and flexibility, all while staying motivating. I specialize in offering lessons in singing genres like Pop, Jazz, Blues, and Country, catering to a wide range of musical interests. To elevate the learning experience, I leverage various tech tools such as DAWs, digital sheet music databases, ear training software, karaoke apps, looping software, and more. These tools play a crucial role in honing vocal skills, enhancing pitch accuracy, and delivering instant feedback to students. In line with diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Programs, IB, and others, I have successfully taught over 100 students of all levels, including kids, adults, beginners, and advanced learners. My methodology aims to provide a supportive and engaging environment where students can explore their vocal potential and flourish as singers. Let's embark on this musical journey together, unlock your true singing potential, and make your voice shine in the world of music!
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Blues Singing
Country Singing
Singing concepts taught by Youdan
The tutor guided the student through vocal exercises focusing on transitioning between chest, nasal, mixed, and head voices, emphasizing breath support and vocal cord control. They practiced these techniques on a song, "Cold," to improve vocal production, pitch, and relaxation, with homework assigned to continue practicing specific vocal transitions.
Vocal Registers: Chest
Nasal
Mix
and Head Voice
Vocal Cord Onset Techniques
Bridging High Notes: Nasal to Mix Transition
Vocal Relaxation and Diction
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on diaphragmatic breathing, vocal cord control, and relaxation to improve singing quality. They practiced a musical theater song, concentrating on diction, emotional delivery, and vocal dynamics, with a recommendation to record and analyze personal performances for detailed improvement.
Resonance and Vocal Placement
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing
Vocal Cord Engagement and Tension Management
Musical Theatre Diction and Emotion
Vibrato Control and Dynamics
The student and tutor focused on vocal technique, practicing exercises for breath support, pitch, and resonance. They then analyzed song choices for an upcoming acapella audition, ultimately deciding to work on a specific section of "All I Want" by Olivia Rodrigo, with plans to continue practicing this part.
Acapella Singing Challenges
Vocal Resonance and Tone Production
Audition Song Selection Criteria
Vocal Warm-ups and Techniques
The Student worked with the Tutor on vocal techniques for pop singing, focusing on breath control, vocal cord function, and resonance. They practiced warm-up exercises and applied these concepts to singing the song "Beauty and a Beat," with a plan to continue working on the song and its challenging sections.
Vocal Resonance: Nasal vs. Oral
Vocal Cord Function: Thick vs. Thin Voice
Groove and Dynamics in Pop Singing
Breath Control and Support
The Tutor provided an introductory lesson on pop singing techniques, covering fundamental breathing exercises like abdominal respiration and lip trills. The student practiced these exercises to improve breath control and vocal range, and they discussed the different vocal registers used in pop music. The student was encouraged to select songs to learn for future lessons.
Abdominal Respiration for Singing
Vocal Registers: Chest
Nasal
Mix
and Head Voice
Vocal Warm-up Exercises
The tutor and student focused on vocal technique, particularly breath support, vocal placement for high notes, and song interpretation. They practiced exercises to improve vocal cord function and resonance, then applied these techniques to specific songs, with the student working on "Lover" and "I've Been Walking." The student was encouraged to continue practicing the latter song during the week.
Vocal Support: The Belly Breath
Vocal Cord Function and Sound Production
Resonance and Projection: Nasal vs. Chest Voice
Vocal Onset Techniques: Glottal vs. Soft
Vocal Phrasing and Emotional Delivery
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Looping Software
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
DAWs
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Vocal pitch training apps
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Weekend lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
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