Yi Terranova
Elevate your music skills with personalized coaching and technique enhancement from a pro.
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Yi Terranova
Masters degree
/ 55 min
About your music teacher
Hello all! My name is Yi, and I’m a singer/songwriter, stage performer, studio musician, and music Instructor. What makes me unique, is how my personal career took off while attending the Central Conservatory of Music in my hometown Beijing, where I was lucky enough to become discovered by a famous music producer. I had the privilege, and worked with top level professionals that the music industry has to offer! Because of that, I was lucky enough to experience the full scope of being a touring Headliner, where I gained much invaluable experience that comes with working at that highest of levels. From there, I went on to attend McNally Smith College of Music, located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. where I received my Master’s degree in Music Performance - Vocals. Throughout that time, I’ve been taught by industry leading professionals for 12+ years, and have been instructing for 7+ years. I’ve taught every style from pop, to rock, jazz, R’n B, and musical theater. One constant thing that remains a great passion of mine, is in sharing all of my unique, well developed, knowledge and experience. I use this to create your very own personalized lesson plan, in order to help you achieve your musical aspirations regardless of your current leve, and transform you into the musician you can become!
Your music teacher expertise
Rock
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Pop
R&B
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Learner types for music lessons
Music for beginners
Music for intermediate
Music for kids
Music for adults
Music for advanced
Music lessons at a glance
My teaching methodology focus on: personalized tutoring to deliver engaging and effective lessons. Specializing in: - ear training - sight reading - performance coaching - technique enhancement -building foundation - stage experiences -working with band - recording experience - different genres in different styles I offer comprehensive guidance in electric keyboard, grand piano, digital piano, and classical piano. By incorporating a mix of online platforms like music theory, soundslice, and traditional methods, I ensure interactive online learning experiences. I follow a tailored curriculum that caters to a diverse audience of 100+ students at various levels x including school, college, and adult/professional learners. My approach emphasizes a blend of technology and traditional teaching, creating a dynamic and enriching educational journey for all.
Boosted confidence in music
Students feel more confident performing and creating music.
Support beyond music lessons
Available to guide students outside scheduled classes.
Interactive feedback for performance
Students receive real-time feedback to enhance their music practice.
Music concepts taught by Yi
The Student and Tutor reviewed a piano piece, with the Student performing an original song to explore arrangement and dynamic changes. They discussed managing performance anxiety, different songwriting approaches based on genre, and strategies for improving live performance confidence. Homework included practicing a song in multiple styles and continuing finger exercises.
Performance Mindset & Stage Presence
Practical Piano Accompaniment for Singers
Creative Song Arrangement & Dynamics
Versatile Songwriting & Improvisational Exploration
Strategic Practice for Performance Fluency
The student and Tutor conducted a singing lesson focusing on vocal warm-ups and practicing several R&B songs. They worked on breath control, vocal range, clarity, and phrasing through various exercises and song renditions. Future weekly sessions were scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Song Interpretation & Delivery
Vocal Warm-ups & Range Expansion
Breath Control & Support
Vowel & Consonant Clarity (Articulation)
Key and Range Adaptation
Vocal Embellishment & Styling (Riffs)
The Student and Tutor conducted a series of vocal warm-ups, including humming, syllable exercises, and vowel sounds, with a focus on breath support and tone consistency. Due to the Student's vocal fatigue from prior recordings, the session was adjusted to include two softer song performances, "Your Song" and "Hanging by a Moment," with the Tutor advising vocal rest and rescheduling the next session.
Performance Application & Adaptation
Vocal Health & Fatigue Management
Diaphragmatic Breath Support
Articulation & Vowel Shaping
Vocal Warm-up & Flexibility
The student engaged in a singing session, starting with extensive vocal warm-ups focusing on scales and various vocalizations to improve technique and breath control. They practiced several songs, with the Tutor providing guidance on audio settings, lyric recall, and overall vocal performance. The Tutor also advised the student to drink water and take care during the current season, and scheduled the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups and Range Extension
Essential Breath Support for Singing
Optimizing Online Audio for Vocal Performance
Melody Accuracy and Pitch Precision
Song Performance and Expressive Delivery
The Role of Lyric Memorization in Performance
The Student and Tutor reviewed several piano pieces, including "Your Song," "Jurassic Park," "Party Time," and "Feelings." They focused on improving sight-reading skills, practicing challenging measures by separating hands, and developing strategies for anticipating notes. The Tutor also suggested practicing finger exercises and using a metronome, and offered to send new, simpler songs for the Student to work on.
Utilizing a Metronome for Rhythmic Precision
The Power of Regular Finger Exercises
Developing Piano Sight-Reading & Muscle Memory
Strategic Practice for Difficult Passages
Overcoming Multi-Note Reading Challenges
The Student participated in a singing lesson, starting with diverse vocal warm-up exercises. The session then progressed to practicing three songs: "A Million Dreams," "Hello," and "Complicated," with the Tutor providing feedback focused on improving breathing techniques, vocal power for high notes, and consistent melodic delivery.
Pitch Precision and Confident High Notes
Vocal Warm-ups and Agility Drills
Mastering Breath Support for Vocal Power
Melody Adherence and Consistency
Song Interpretation and Integrated Performance
Teaching tools used in music classes
Metronome spps
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Vocal Range App
Vocal Technique Apps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Interactive music lessons
Mobile joining
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
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