Laurie Depauw
Singing Lessons by Educator from University of North Texas: Vocal Mastery & Musicality for Pop, Jazz, and More
Singing lessons - Laurie Depauw
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Laurie - Get to know your vocal coach
I am an experienced teacher. I have taught over 25 years and worked with a wide variety of students, of all ages ranges and ability levels. I believe a solid technical foundation enables you to successfully sing and play any type of music. I address vocal technique, artistry and expression, learning fundamentals, neuro-motor development for skill retention, and more. My students have been successful in auditions, performances, musical theatre roles, recitals and some have even earned college degrees in music. Music truly works the brain in a unique way, as it requires visual, kinesthetic and aural senses to all work in tandem. Thus learning to sing and play piano helps you with other skills and subjects. I tailor instruction to your individual goals, desires and ambitions. I will make a plan with you when we start to help you develop you skills to the maximum.
Laurie graduated from University of North Texas
Singing lessons highlights
Methodology is vast. If you develop a good foundational singing technique, you can sing a variety of genres of songs. So we have to build on vocal exercise patterns to extend range, gain agility, improve breath control and more. You need lot of vocal skills to sing repertoire. You can target songs in your preferred genre to then apply and continue to work on vocal skills and to add artistry. Piano methods include Suzuki, Bastienne, Faber, Alfred and more. You can use one or combine more than one. Methods can be supplemented with songs of any type by finding individual sheet music songs of the proper level. Most pieces exist in versions ranging from beginner to advanced so it's easy to find one that works. You improve you skills across the board in learning and improving singing and piano. I will find the best repertoire and method for your case and goals.
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Singing
Melody & Pitch
Rhythm & Beat
Music History
Vocal Training
Harmony and Chords
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Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Singing concept taught by Laurie
Laurie coached Nikki on vocal techniques, focusing on posture, core engagement, and breath support to enhance her vocal range and reduce tension. Nikki diligently practiced vocalizing exercises and discussed song choices to achieve a better balance between lower and higher registers. For homework, Laurie assigned daily warm-ups and encouraged Nikki to explore songs in various ranges, promising to provide additional exercises in their next lesson.
Vocal Posture & Core Support
Sustaining Long Notes
Vocal Register Flexibility
Muscle Efficiency in Singing
Laurie worked with an individual from Old North Durham on vocal techniques, including vowel modification for high notes and exercises to release vocal tension. The learner practiced these techniques while singing songs such as "A Thousand Years" and "Pink Pony Club." They plan to continue working on these songs and techniques in the next lesson, and the individual will discuss renewing her lessons with her mother.
Vocal Tension Release Techniques
Vowel Modification for High Pitches
Breath Support for Sustained Notes
Laurie and Sophia dedicated their recent vocal lesson to exercises and performance techniques, specifically for songs like "A Thousand Years," "Pink Pony Club," and "Promise." They worked through technical issues to enable audio playback of vocalizing patterns and honed methods for improving vocal range and breath control. As homework, Laurie assigned Sophia siren exercises to assist with transitions between high and low notes in "Pink Pony Club."
Vowel Modification
Vocal Slides (Sirens)
Breath Support for High Notes
Connecting Air to Sound
During a vocal lesson, Laurie DePauw and Sophia Carmichael engaged in vocal exercises and practiced songs such as "A Thousand Years", "Pink Pony Club", and "Sailor Song", utilizing both sing-along and karaoke versions. The focus of this lesson was on refining legato lines, rhythm, and memorization techniques. They also took time to discuss strategies for karaoke practice with Sophia's sister and made plans for upcoming lessons to reinforce new songs and further develop vocal techniques.
Building Legato Lines
Performance and Familiarity
Vocal Technique - 'oo' Vowel
Range and Vocal Gymnastics
Phone Use in Schools
Memory and Memorization
Laurie DePauw guided Riley through vocal exercises and song performances, focusing on breath control, posture, and phrasing. Riley practiced techniques to relax their throat, engage their core, and add dynamic variation to their singing. They scheduled another session for the following Thursday to continue working on these skills.
Vocal Fluidity
Airflow and Phrasing
Vocal Exercises
Posture and Core Engagement
Dynamic Variation
Laurie DePauw provided Riley with a voice lesson focused on improving vocal techniques such as airflow, register connection, and posture. Riley practiced exercises to prevent neck tension and maintain groundedness while singing, and they worked on applying these techniques to songs. They scheduled another lesson for the following Tuesday at 11:00 a.m.
Posture and Singing
Vocal Tension Relief
Breathing Technique
Reaching High Notes
Vowel Formation
Sliding Exercises
Learner types for singing lessons
All levels
Adult/Professionals
School
College
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Metronome Apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Ear Training Software
Free lesson slots
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