Erika Torres
I Can Make You an Incredible Singer: Build Real Technique, Real Confidence, and Unlock Your Full Potential
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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
Harmony and Chords
Vocal Training
Music Performance Techniques
Improvisation & Composition
Ear training
Scales and Modes
Singing concept taught by Erika
The session focused on vocal technique and basic music theory. The student practiced breathing exercises and vocal warm-ups to improve breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal quality. The student was introduced to major and minor chords and scales, and began working with a keyboard to develop a better understanding.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Warm-ups: Perfect Fifth Exercises
Major vs. Minor Chords
Root Position Chords & Inversions
Minor Scale Singing
Whole and Half Steps on the Piano
Minor Triad Construction on Piano
The student and tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups, breath control exercises, and pitch identification practice. The student worked on transitioning between chest and head voice, vowel pronunciation, and identifying major and minor chords. They began learning the song "Love Train," focusing on rhythm and correct notes, with a follow-up to determine the song's key from the student's band.
Vocal Fry Awareness
Identifying Intervals and Chords
Resonance and Vocal Space
Chest Voice vs Head Voice
Navigating the Vocal Break
Vowel Purity and Consistency
Breath Support for Singing
The session focused on vocal warm-ups, releasing tension through physical stretches and breathing exercises, and exploring different vocal placements. The student practiced shifting between 'yawn' and forward placements to develop a versatile vocal pallet while singing "Pink Pony Club". The tutor provided specific feedback on vowel sounds and pitch accuracy.
Breathing Techniques for Singing
Body Awareness and Tension Release
Addressing Flat and Sharp Notes
Vowel Modification for Resonance
Vocal Warm-ups: Sirens and Yawning
Vocal Placement: Forward vs. Back
The session focused on vocal technique, breathing exercises, and applying these techniques to improve the student's performance of 'Wonderwall.' The student worked on resonance, vocal placement, and accurate note-hitting. The tutor recommended practicing vocal warm-ups and isolating parts of the song for targeted improvement.
Straight Tone vs. Vibrato
Singing with Guitar: Tuning and Accuracy
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice
Vocal Resonance and Space
Core Engagement for Vocal Support
Diaphragmatic Breathing
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.
Sharp & Flat Pitch
Yawn Placement
Crescendo & Decrescendo
Lip Trills
Head Voice
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
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for advanced
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Ear Training Software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
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