Erika Torres
I Can Make You an Incredible Singer: Build Real Technique, Real Confidence, and Unlock Your Full Potential
Singing lessons - Erika Torres
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Erika - Get to know your vocal coach
Erika Torres is a dynamic vocalist, baritone saxophonist, and dedicated music educator based in New Orleans. Blending influences like Ronnie Cuber, Ella Fitzgerald, Mariah Carey, Fred Wesley, and Aretha Franklin, Erika’s sound is equal parts groove, soul, and power. Her voice is known for its warm tone, wide range, and R&B agility, while her baritone sax playing delivers bold, bluesy energy. A Loyola University music graduate, Erika has performed with acclaimed acts including The Love Muscles, her own band Erika Torres & Co., and at international events like the Mid Europe Summer Music Festival in Austria. She was mentored by Grammy-winning saxophonist Jason Mingledorff and Sarah Vaughan Vocal Competition winner Quiana Lynell, whose guidance helped shape Erika’s artistry and teaching philosophy. As a passionate teacher, Erika leads music and vocal workshops for students of all ages, both privately and in group settings, with a focus on confidence, technique, and joy. Whether performing or teaching, Erika brings soulful authenticity and deep musical knowledge to every space she enters.
Singing lessons highlights
Do you want to be an incredible singer? I can get you there. I am a serious, detail oriented professional with a vast knowledge of different techniques ranging from jazz to gospel music. I love teaching hard-working students willing to put in the time, focus and effort to take their voice to the next level - no matter the skill level, whether you're an absolute beginner to very advanced. I specialize in taking advanced skills like developing a beautiful tone, singing riffs & runs, and building your belt, and breaking it down into applicable exercises you can add into your warmup for long term growth. My voice and educational style has garnered over 2 million channel views on Youtube as I am very passionate about mastering the voice and there is nothing more rewarding than helping other people get there. I truly believe anyone can sing.
Trusted vocal coach for all levels
Guides beginners to advanced singers with tailored techniques
Vocal coach who listens and adapts
The teachers flexible approach earns praise from parents
Voice lessons that build stage readiness
Students report better comfort and control during live performances
Your vocal coach specialities
Ear training
Vocal Training
Singing
Melody & Pitch
Scales and Modes
Music Performance Techniques
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Singing concept taught by Erika
Erika guided Alexandra through vocal techniques, including breathing exercises, lip trills, and vowel placement, all aimed at enhancing her tone and breath control. During their lesson, Alexandra applied these singing techniques to the song "Pink Pony Club," concentrating on maintaining an open, supported sound. For future practice, Erika suggested working on five-note major scales using Jacob's Vocal Academy resources and drawing inspiration from Ella Fitzgerald's music.
Crescendo & Decrescendo
Head Voice
Yawn Placement
Sharp & Flat Pitch
Lip Trills
During their recent vocal lesson, Erika and Alexandra delved into various singing techniques, including breath control, resonance, and legato articulation. Alexandra actively engaged in exercises aimed at improving her vocal space and explored vibrato. Erika also incorporated ear training, teaching Alexandra to differentiate between major and minor triads. For their upcoming lesson, Alexandra was tasked with selecting a song to practice and analyzing different singers' voices.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Resonance (Yawn Space)
Vibrato Control
Major and Minor Triads
Legato Singing
Erika guided Alexandra through a vocal lesson, focusing on essential techniques like breath control, core engagement, and creating space in the vocal tract. Alexandra diligently practiced exercises to improve her breath support, vocal resonance, and ear training by identifying intervals within a major scale. They then began analyzing 'Blackbird' by The Beatles, applying these concepts to the song.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Laryngeal Space (Yawn Technique)
Music Key & Tonic
Core Support for Singing
Erika Torres worked with a learner on vocal technique, focusing on breath control, core engagement, and vocal warm-ups using scales. The individual, who resides in Oleander/Sunset, practiced applying these techniques to a musical theater piece. Erika suggested they practice sustained vocal exercises and slow down recordings of their song to internalize the melody.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Core Activation for Support
Yawn-like Vowel Space
Vibrato as a Conscious Choice
Pentatonic Scale
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
Singing for advanced
Singing for kids
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Note taking
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Ear Training Software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Metronome Apps
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
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