Kristopher Gottlieb
Train with a Plano East graduate who offers supportive vocal lessons to help you grow in any genre
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Kristopher Gottlieb
Diploma 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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Kristopher - Get to know your vocal coach
My name is Kristopher Gottlieb, and I'm a seasoned guitarist and vocalist with more than ten years teaching experience and over fifteen years of professional experience writing, recording, and touring in various bands of different genres. I've toured the US extensively and have played and sang in venues from theaters and festivals, to restaurants and coffee shops around the globe. Specializing in music theory, songwriting, vocals and lead/harmony guitar, I offer tailored, top-notch lessons covering breathing techniques, diction and projection, scales, ear training and song repertoire, I cover it all! Whether you're a compete beginner or a seasoned singer looking for inspiration to hone your skills, I cater to all levels, including adults and kids of all ages. Let's hit those notes together with personalized learning and expert teaching. Book your lessons today for a tailored musical journey like never before!
Your vocal coach specialities
Music production & recording
Music theory
Sight Singing
Harmony & Counterpoint
Vocal Training
Ear training
Music Performance Techniques
Music History
Music Technology
Melody & Pitch
Learner types for singing lessons
School
College
All levels
Singing for Adults
Adult/Professionals
Singing for Kids
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Beginners
Singing lessons highlights
My lessons are crafted with a creative and empathetic approach, integrating music theory seamlessly with fundamental technique for an enjoyable, well-rounded and thorough learning experience that's fun and inspiring. Specializing in guitar and vocals, I've catered to a diverse audience of over fifty students, ranging from children to adults at various skill levels and music interests. I've taught students from the earliest beginners and child prodigies, to adult hobbyists and professional touring music producers, and tailor my lessons to each individual based on their specific focus and musical goals. By infusing expressive musicality into each lesson, I ensure that students not only grasp the fundamentals, but also develop a deep passion for music and an inspiration to explore, listen, and grow. This fosters proficiency in a fun and interactive learning environment that they can apply to their musical journey!
Voice coach with a personal touch
88% students love how each voice lesson customized to their need
Vocal coach who listens and adapts
The teachers flexible approach earns praise from parents
Flexible scheduling for singing lessons
90% of students say voice lessons easily fit into their weekly routine
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Rock Singing
Blues Singing
Folk Singing
Country Singing
Singing concepts taught by Kristopher
The Student and Tutor practiced connecting the seven modes of the major scale on the guitar, focusing on finger patterns, whole-step and half-step relationships, and hand positioning. They worked on exercises to improve dexterity, alternate picking, and modal sequencing. The Tutor will send diagrams to aid in memorization and understanding of the patterns, and the Student plans to continue practicing the techniques learned.
Dorian Mode
Guitar Pick Thickness and Strumming
Three Notes Per String Scale Positions
Ionian Mode (C Major)
Frigian Mode
Lydian Mode
Alternate Picking and Hand Synchronization
The Student and Tutor reviewed guitar techniques, with a focus on using a metronome to improve rhythm and timing. They practiced with two songs, "Him to the Soul" and "Sing to the Mountain", adjusting the metronome settings to find the right tempo. The Student was encouraged to practice regularly with a metronome and to experiment with YouTube's speed adjustment feature.
Using a Metronome for Rhythm Practice
Metronome Settings: Beats and Emphasis
Chord Change Practice
Utilizing YouTube Speed Control
Double Time Metronome Feel
Targeted Practice
The student worked on guitar techniques, specifically focusing on thumb placement for chord changes between C and E minor. The session also introduced bar chords like B minor and F sharp minor, with an emphasis on proper finger positioning and practice. The student was advised to continue practicing specific sections of the songs to improve transitions and overall dexterity.
Steady Tempo and Rhythm
Barre Chords: B Minor and F Sharp Minor
Thumb Placement and Chord Clarity
Capo Usage and Tuning
The session covered basic guitar chords and their application in songwriting, inspired by Taylor Swift's 'Folklore' and 'Evermore' albums. The student worked on E minor, G major, D major, A minor and C major chord shapes and progressions in the key of G. The student was assigned to practice these chords and to acquire a capo and thin picks for the next lesson.
Emulating Musical Inspiration
Chord Progressions and Song Structure
Nashville Number System
Key of G Major
Basic Chord Shapes for Songwriting
The Student and Tutor reviewed pentatonic scales, focusing on different positions and their relationships to keys like A minor and C major. The Student practiced applying these scales and strumming techniques to songs. The Tutor assigned practicing the pentatonic scales in different keys as homework for the week.
Pentatonic Scales and Positions
Major vs. Minor Pentatonic
Chord Progressions
Strumming Patterns and Dynamics
Applying Pentatonic Scales to Songs
Father and Son Song Review
Chord Finger Placement and Sustaining Notes
Song Structure and Transitions
Second Verse Timing and Variations
Sharing Screen for Tablature
Pentatonic Scale Positions
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Vocal tuner apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Ear Training Software
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
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