Jilly Hite
Singing Lessons with an Educator from The Lee Strasberg Theatre
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Jilly Hite
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Singing lessons highlights
In my lessons, I focus on building a strong vocal foundation through warm-ups, breath control, and technique exercises tailored to each student’s unique voice and goals. We work on a variety of material—musical theatre, pop, rock—with an emphasis on emotional connection and storytelling from an acting perspective. I also offer audition prep, guiding students in song selection, interpretation, and performance with confidence and authenticity, while helping them develop their own artistic voice. Above all, I strive to create a safe, encouraging space where performers of all ages can grow, take risks, and build lasting confidence in their voice and artistry. Helping singers discover their passion for performing and watching that spark turn into self-belief is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. I meet each student where they are, nurturing not just technical growth but also personal expression, joy, and resilience onstage and beyond. Whether it’s their first lesson or their hundredth audition, every voice deserves to be heard and celebrated.
Your vocal coach specialities
Singing
Music Performance Techniques
Scales and Modes
Vocal Training
Melody & Pitch
Jilly graduated from The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute
Jilly - Get to know your vocal coach
I’m a vocal coach and performer with a deep love for helping singers find their voice—both technically and artistically. I trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in New York City and went on to teach voice and musical theatre performance at Take A Bow Playhouse, where I helped students develop stage presence, vocal strength, and emotional connection to their material. My performance background includes fronting a rock band and appearing in a wide range of musicals, including Cabaret, Beauty & the Beast, A Tribute to Judy Garland, and more. With experience spanning both theatrical and contemporary styles, I’m able to guide singers through everything from pop phrasing to character-driven storytelling and audition prep. Whether you're prepping for a role, working on your range, or simply looking to build confidence in your voice, I create a supportive, personalized environment that meets you where you are—and helps you grow into the performer you’re meant to be.
Singing concepts taught by Jilly
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-up exercises, vowel shaping, and song performance, focusing on breath control, vocal projection, and emotional delivery. The Student received homework to practice singing with a wide-open mouth in front of a mirror and to work on pacing with a karaoke version of the song. The next session is scheduled two days before the student's performance.
Vocal vs. Jaw Movement
Mouth Openness
Ending Phrases Strong
Vowel Shaping
Posture and Breathing
Ear Training (Simon Says)
The Student practiced vocal exercises and applied them to a song, focusing on phrasing, breath control, and head voice technique. The student was assigned to record and listen to specific sections of the song to refine their performance. The student's progress and the upcoming birthday deadline were also discussed.
Posture Check and Vocal Warm-ups
Lip Trills
Diaphragmatic 'Ah' Sound
Vowel Exercises (A E O)
Head Voice Development
Simon Says Vocal Game
Song Work: Phrasing and Delivery
The student and tutor worked on vocal exercises, breath control, and diction. The session focused on improving the student's performance of "Accidentally in Love," specifically targeting breath control during riffs, sustaining notes, and transitioning to head voice. The student was assigned to record and practice specific sections of the song and work on head voice exercises for the next session.
Posture and Breathing Techniques
Diaphragm Engagement: The Panting Dog Exercise
Sustaining Notes and Vocalizing
Vocal Agility: Tongue Twisters
Simon Says Vocalization (Hunger Games riff)
Accidentally In Love: 'Love' Riff and Vocal Transition
Jilly led a learner from Downtown Cary through vocal exercises focusing on breath control, resonance, and agility. They practiced singing 'What's the Problem Baby,' integrating rhythm and phrasing techniques. Jilly provided feedback on the learner's tempo and breath control, and they identified places in the song for taking breaths. Homework will be provided for practice at home.
Lip Trills
Humming & Diaphragm Support
Vowel Shaping
Rhythm & Timing
Vocal Riff
Breath Control
Jilly guided Anthony through a vocal lesson that included warm-ups, melodic exercises using musical riffs, and emotional scales. Anthony then focused his singing practice on 'Accidentally in Love,' diligently working on pitch, timing, and vocal projection. They are set to continue their work on the song, with subsequent lessons moving to Wednesdays.
Melody Repetition
Vocal Emoting
Vocal Strength & Projection
Rhythm & Timing
Jilly conducted a lesson with Anthony, guiding him through posture, breathing, and vocal warm-up exercises such as lip trills, humming, and vowel shaping. They also engaged in ear training and vocal sirens before moving on to a song, where the focus was on enunciation, rhythm, and pitch. Anthony will continue refining the song and practicing pitch in their upcoming lesson, in addition to exploring more beginner exercises.
Lip Trills
Pacing and Rhythm in Song
Pitch Matching
Vocal Cobwebs
Core Engagement in Singing
Humming for Nasal Passage Control
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Learner types for singing lessons
School
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Note taking
Chat for quick help
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