Stephanie Norris
Sing with expression and confidence in customized lessons exploring multiple vocal genres
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Singing lessons - Stephanie Norris
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Stephanie - Get to know 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 highlights
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!
Your vocal coach specialities
Harmony and Chords
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Ear training
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Singing
Singing concept taught by Stephanie
The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups and exercises focusing on breath control, vocal placement, and tone quality. They analyzed and practiced sections of the song 'Every Time You Leave,' concentrating on vowel and consonant pronunciation to achieve a specific tonal quality. The session concluded with the student singing along to the song with musical accompaniment, and the Tutor providing feedback on areas for improvement.
Vocal Warm-ups: Stretching and Alignment
Vocal Exercises: Humming
NG
Ma
Lip Trills
Breath Control and Support
Tone and Vowel Modification
Range Extension and Vocal Registers
Vocal Warm-ups
Articulation and Clarity
Breath Control for Singing
Finding Vocal Fullness
The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal exercises, practiced lip trills, and worked on belting techniques. The Student then sang and analyzed "Let It Go," focusing on diction, tone, and breath control, particularly in the lower vocal ranges. The Student will continue working on "Let It Go" in preparation for an audition.
Number Exercises for Coordination
Breath Control and Placement for Low Notes
Finding Personal Voice Instead of Mimicking
Vocal Agility with Tongue Twisters
Lip Trills for Breath Control
Facial and Vocal Warm-ups
Belting Technique and Facial Tension Awareness
The session focused on vocal warm-ups, breath control, and exploring the student's vocal range, including exercises for lip trills, vibrato, and belting. The student selected and began working on the song "Spirit" by Beyonce, adjusting the lower notes to better suit their vocal capabilities and exploring stage whispering techniques. Next session, the student will continue working on "Spirit," focusing on adapting the lower notes.
Facial and Vocal Warm-ups
Vocal Slides and Pitch Control
Belting Technique
Rhythmic Counting Warm-up (1 2 3 4 5)
Song Adaptation for Vocal Range
Stage Whispering
The Tutor led the Student through vocal warm-ups, solfège exercises, and song performance to improve pitch accuracy, breath control, and emotional expression. The session involved practicing scales in different keys and working on transitions between different vocal registers. The Student was asked to practice the discussed songs before the next session.
Vowel Formation and Jaw Position
Breath Support and Tone Quality
Song Interpretation and Emotional Connection
Solfege Practice
Jaw and Neck Stretches for Vocal Warm-up
Humming and Lip Trills
The session focused on vocal warm-ups, exercises to improve pitch and vocal register transitions, and lyric analysis of a song. The Student sang through the song multiple times, focusing on the emotional storytelling and technical aspects like breath control and vocal placement. The homework involves practicing the song with the discussed techniques to further refine the performance.
Emotional Connection to Lyrics
Vocal Registers and Transitions
Breath Control and Lower Notes
Slowing Down and Relaxation
Vowel Modification for Pitch
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Advanced
Singing for Beginners
Singing for Kids
Singing for Adults
Interactive voice lessons
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Metronome Apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing
Country Singing
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