Stephanie Norris
Sing with expression and confidence in customized lessons exploring multiple vocal genres
Private lessons - Stephanie Norris
Bachelors degree
$16
$15
/ 30 min
About your vocal coach
Growing up in choirs, musical theatre productions, and listening to music nearly constantly on the radio, my entire life has been defined by music. I recently graduated from San Diego State University with my BA in Theatre Performance, where I was also heavily involved in the musical theatre program. I have worked with the SDSU Concert Choir, mainstage musical theatre productions, and various student organizations to hone my singing skills, and love nothing more than sharing them with students. I have been teaching singing for about two years, working as an independent voice teacher and music director. I have worked with individual students on musical theatre, pop, country, and jazz. These lessons were centered on a love of singing, where we learned technique while singing songs the students personally loved and wanted to learn. I have also worked as a music director in plays with song, working with a variety of performers, some of whom had extensive music experience and some of whom had none. I have loved working with all my students and cannot wait to work with you as well!
Stephanie graduated from San Diego State University
Singing lessons overview
I have experience in a variety of styles, but have a special place in my heart for musical theatre, pop, country, classical, and jazz. My lessons focus on technique, providing each student a necessary background in music theory, anatomy, and musicality. I love working with students on different styles, helping them discover what makes each style unique. I have worked with students in a variety of ages, from children to adults, and know how to introduce each age group to new styles and methods of singing. My teaching style is focused on support and comfortability. Singing can be very vulnerable, and I want my students to feel that they have an environment where they can safely try new things and push themselves to the next level without feeling judged. I have worked with voice teachers of my own since I was 15 years old, and know how it feels to be discouraged. I pride myself on creating a space where you can believe in yourself, because I will always believe in you. I can't wait to work with you!
Trusted vocal coach for all levels
Guides beginners to advanced singers with tailored techniques
Singing lessons praised for creativity and fun
88% parents love how the teacher brings joy into every class
Flexible scheduling for singing lessons
90% of students say voice lessons easily fit into their weekly routine
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Singing
Harmony & Counterpoint
Rhythm & Beat
Melody & Pitch
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Singing concept taught by Stephanie
Stephanie Norris conducted a singing lesson with Chloe Knapp, specifically designed to get her ready for a recording session. The lesson began with vocal warm-ups, incorporating tongue twisters and personalized exercises. They then worked on the song 'Shuffle of Love,' with Stephanie providing Chloe with advice on pronunciation, projection, and how to convey energy. Stephanie also encouraged Chloe to find enjoyment in the song, despite her initial reluctance.
Breath Control
Vocal Warm-ups
Tongue Twisters
Open Mouth Technique
Singing from the Teeth
Stephanie led Kiara through a vocal lesson that commenced with warm-ups and register exercises. After reviewing a Sam Smith song, they decided on ABBA's 'Honey Honey' as their next focus, delving into its style and energy. The lesson concluded with Kiara humming along to 'Honey Honey' to internalize its feel, followed by a discussion about scheduling their subsequent lesson.
Jaw Stability
Vocal Warm-ups
Slides (Hum to A)
Register Switching
Song Selection
Energy and Breath Control
During a recent vocal lesson, Stephanie Norris worked with Jessica Oh on various vocal exercises and song practice. The instruction centered on refining breath control, resonance, and register transitions. They collaboratively analyzed and applied techniques to elevate Jessica's performance of a song, also beginning to explore Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather' for future study. For homework, Jessica was assigned to practice breath support and assess the consistency of her lower notes.
Vocal Registers
Breath Support
Phrasing and Musicality
Resonance
Vocal Warm-ups
Consonants and Pitch
Stephanie Norris provided vocal coaching to a learner from Rancho Cabrillo, focusing on techniques, exercises, and songs for an upcoming audition. They worked on "Pull" and "Hallelujah" before transitioning to "Maybe from Annie" to help alleviate the individual's stress. Stephanie offered valuable audition tips, highlighting the importance of warm-ups, vowel modification, breath control, and enjoying the experience.
Chin Position
Vowel Modification
Memorization Techniques
Managing Performance Stress
Importance of Warm-ups
Stephanie guided Gabriel through a vocal lesson, concentrating on various techniques for a specific song. The coaching emphasized breath control, vowel articulation, and seamlessly transitioning between breathy and powerful vocal deliveries. Gabriel honed his skills on particular phrases, rhythm, and note accuracy, dedicating significant effort to a sustained note in the bridge. The lesson also delved into the dynamic interplay between male and female vocal parts within the composition.
Breathy vs. Rich Vocal Quality
Jaw Tension & Vowel Sounds
Tongue Placement & Jaw Stability
Straight Tone vs. Vibrato
Transitioning Vocal Styles
Stephanie Norris coached James Rhodes in preparation for his Addams Family audition. Their lesson concentrated on vocal warm-ups, belting techniques, and vibrato control. James practiced his audition song, and Stephanie provided targeted exercises to improve his vocal performance and breath control. They also worked on specific vowel sounds and utilized "NG" and "NY" exercises to enhance his belting capabilities.
Vocal Warm-ups
Vibrato Control
Resonance and Vowel Modification
Breathing Techniques
Belt Technique
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing
Country Singing
Free lesson slots
1 / 1
Teaching tools used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Student types for singing lessons
Singing for Kids
Singing for Beginners
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Adults
Singing for Advanced
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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