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Zara R

Singing Lessons for Pop and Jazz Styles | Middlesbrough College Educator

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Zara R

Diploma degree

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Each lesson is 55 min

50 lessons


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30 lessons


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20 lessons


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5% off

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Zara - Get to know your vocal coach

Hi, I’m Zara — a passionate singing tutor with a diploma in Music Performance, dedicated to helping you find your unique voice and build confidence through music. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, I offer supportive, personalized lessons tailored just for you. I'm a nurturing, understanding teacher that encourages mistakes and learning from them, this is a no-judgement safe space to learn! My specialty is vocals, but I’m a musician of many colours: I’ve been an active performer for two years, gaining valuable experience at local venues and dedicating over 300 hours to practice. I believe in continuous growth, striving to be the best version of myself — as a vocalist, artist, and teacher. Beyond singing, I also have years of experience tutoring instruments like guitar, piano, bass, and ukulele. Additionally, I bring industry experience in Music Event Management, Radio Hosting, and Event Hosting. I’m available Mondays and Tuesdays between 11 AM and 6 PM BST, providing a relaxed and encouraging environment where you can develop at your own pace. Let’s make your singing journey enjoyable and rewarding together! **NOTE FOR DEMOS** - If possible, try to book a demo on Monday or Tuesdays as I a completely free to teach on those days.

Meet Zara

Zara graduated from Middlesbrough College

Zara graduated from Middlesbrough College
Zara graduated from Middlesbrough College

Your vocal coach specialities

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Vocal Training

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Harmony & Counterpoint

Improvisation & Composition icon

Improvisation & Composition

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Singing

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Harmony and Chords

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Scales and Modes

Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for Kids

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Singing for Beginners

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Singing for Adults

Singing lessons highlights

My teaching approach centers around personalized tutoring that is breathing-focused, engaging and confidence building. I specialise in Pop singing, Jazz singing and general singing lessons for students who are beginners to intermediate - or just looking to refine your skills! You are not too young or too old to learn singing, no matter where you are in your journey, I'm here to help. I ensure my students build confidence whilst learning with me, all questions are welcome, curiosity to learn is best. My strengths as a teacher lies in fostering supportive and encouraging environment, students will progress to a confident version of themselves, and become proud of the growth and targets they reach. I am also disability friendly, no matter who you are and what your requirements be, I will be able to help you feel comfortable in class. Our demo classrooms will be operating via Google Meet, (or Wiingy's call function if you enrol with me) to encourage an immersive learning experience online. By incorporating several tools such as vocal tuning, pitch tracking, scales, and vocal warm-ups/exercises, you will receive in-depth feedback on your vocal technique, control, and progress — all in real time. Each session is designed to help you grow with clear goals, personalized exercises, and supportive guidance to bring out the best in your voice.

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Zara

Student learned 7 days ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal techniques to improve head voice strength and pitch accuracy, using exercises focusing on breath control, vocal placement, and note memorization within the song "Good Night and Go." The student practiced transitioning between vocal registers and refining specific phrases in the song. The next session will include blind ear training exercises to further develop auditory skills.

Breath Control and Airflow

Vocal Placement and Resonance

Strengthening Head Voice

Note Accuracy and Memory

Stylization vs. Accuracy

Addressing Technical Difficulties

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Student learned 22 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on a specific section of a song, focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and vowel pronunciation. The tutor introduced a new vocal exercise to help the student access higher notes and improve vocal resonance. The student was assigned practice exercises focusing on the vocal exercise and the song passage.

Vowel Modification for Singing

Forward Placement for Higher Notes

Note Memorization through Key Words

Vocal Fry Exercise for Head Voice Strengthening

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing

Resonance and Nasality

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Student learned 22 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on a music piece, focusing on adjusting attack and release parameters for clarity and emotional effect. They addressed timing issues related to software delay and synthesis, and analyzed a time signature change within the piece. The Student and Tutor planned to continue developing the existing piece with the cello and piano, and then add a violin in the next session.

Chord Voicing for Harmonic Harmony

Adjusting Note Timing to Compensate for Synthesis Latency

Time Signature Changes

Release

Attack

Delay

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Student learned 29 days ago

The session centered on music composition, with the student refining a baseline using cello and piano. They experimented with octaves, chord progressions, and the use of 'space' to enhance the music's emotional impact. The tutor assigned the student to experiment with the new chords and bass notes before the next session.

Chord Selection and Harmonization

Instrument Juxtaposition

Musical Space and its Importance

Half-Octave Harmonization and Chord Dependency

Limitations of Instrument Range

Intensity Control Through Note Addition

Baseline Development Through Root Notes

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The student worked on improving their vocal performance of a song, focusing on diction, rhythm, and pitch. They practiced breath control, diaphragm engagement, and note accuracy. The tutor assigned specific sections of the song to practice before the next session.

Diction and Enunciation

Finding Emphasis in Lyrics

Breath Control and Diaphragm Support

Playing with Sounds and Variations

Note Accuracy and Pitch

Connecting Lines and Phrases

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The student and tutor worked on improving vocal technique for a song, specifically focusing on transitioning between chest and mixed voice and achieving a forward, nasal tone. Breathing and vocal exercises were practiced to support airflow and strengthen the student's ability to switch between registers. The tutor assigned practice exercises focusing on nasal technique and vocal placement for the next session.

Forward Placement in Singing

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Support

Mixed Voice Development

Nasal Resonance

Vocal Cord Closure

Jaw Position and Resonance

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Vocal tuner apps

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Ear Training Software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

Interactive voice lessons

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Open Q&A

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Weekend lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Record lessons

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Parent feedback

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