Singing Lessons with a Guildhall School of Music and Drama Educator

The Student and Tutor practiced various vocal warm-ups, including siren exercises with a new tongue placement technique for the 'NG' sound to strengthen the vocal break. They also worked on a new melody focusing on vowel formation with minimal jaw movement and introduced a physical squatting technique for improved high note support. The Tutor will provide a detailed practice video, and future sessions will be scheduled weekly, with the Student preparing to work on a song from Tangled.

The Student and Tutor practiced various vocal warm-ups, focusing on breath support, note connection, and maintaining vocal 'height' across different registers. They discussed the student's progress in ear training and self-correction, as well as strategies for vocal health during illness and strenuous activities. For homework, the Student will practice sirens and ear training and select a music theater song to begin working on next week.

Student and Tutor focused on vocal technique, including warm-ups using 'ng' sounds and breath control exercises. They identified and corrected issues with the Student's tongue placement and jaw tension, which were impacting airflow and resonance. The Student practiced applying these new techniques to a song using only 'ng' sounds, and was assigned homework to continue this practice along with ear training.

The session focused on vocal warm-ups and singing techniques for a Student experiencing a scratchy throat. They practiced humming and a specific vocal melody, emphasizing breath support and core engagement to manage their voice while unwell. The Student then applied these techniques to the prologue of a song, learning to use initial consonants as a springboard for improved vocal placement and stability. The Tutor provided vocal health tips and confirmed the next session for the following week.

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal exercises to improve singing across different registers, focusing on breath support and consistent tone. They practiced 'ng' hums and 'A' and 'E' vowel scales to address issues like vocal breaks and scooping. The Tutor committed to providing a 15-minute practice plan and a YouTube video for sirens, and they established a weekly lesson schedule.

The tutor and student focused on developing vocal technique, specifically breath support, tongue placement, and core engagement. They practiced exercises like the 'NG' sound and worked on singing 'The Circle of Life,' with the student actively applying concepts of breath control and stability to improve their singing. The next lesson will continue to refine these techniques and work on a selection of songs.