Krissan Manikan - Tan
Immerse in Music: Infuse Music Theory, Sight-Reading (Solfeggio), and Technique for Dynamic Lessons with a Skilled Tutor
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Krissan Manikan - Tan
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
About your music teacher
As a seasoned music tutor with over 13 years of experience, I specialize in a wide range of music genres from Classical Music to Pop, catering to beginners, adults, kids, and advanced learners. My tailored lessons in Music Theory and Sight-Reading or Solfeggio ensure a comprehensive understanding of music fundamentals. With personalized learning, I bring the intricate world of music to life, nurturing a deep appreciation for various genres like Musical Theater, Films or Movies, and even Rock. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock your full potential in a harmonious and engaging way. I am a graduate of Santa Isabel College, in Manila and Philippines and the Paris Conservatory in France. I am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in the Philippines. I am an active voice teacher online and in private lessons. Let's make music together!
Krissan graduated from Conservatoire a rayonnement regional de Paris


Your music teacher expertise
Film/Movie
Rock
Pop
Classical
Learner types for music lessons
Music for kids
Music for advanced
Music for adults
Music for beginners
Music for intermediate
Music lessons at a glance
My teaching approach revolves around personalized tutoring with a focus on technique, sight-reading, theory integration, engaging lessons, and ear-training. I specialize in teaching subjects like sight-reading or solfeggio, music theory, and music for beginners. To enhance online learning experiences, I utilize a variety of tools including interactive platforms. By following a well-structured curriculum, i cater to a diverse audience of 50+ students, including beginners, adults, kids, intermediate, and advanced learners. My methodology strengths lie in creating interactive lessons that cater to individual learning styles, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and fostering a deep appreciation for music in students of all ages, levels, and capabilities. Hope to see you in class!
Types of music lessons
Sight-Reading
Music Theory
Music for beginners

15 days Refund
Free Tutor Swap

Music concepts taught by Krissan
Vocal Support and Resonance
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice: Blending Registers
Intonation and Pitch Accuracy
Solfège and Sight-Singing
Vocal Polish and Performance Nuances
Vocal Warm-up and Range
Expressiveness in Singing
Song Selection Dynamics
Spotify Use
Vocal Warm-ups: Lip Trills
Vocal Registers: Head Voice
Scale Accuracy
Song Performance
The session covered music theory, including major scales, accidentals, and enharmonic scales. The student practiced identifying accidentals in major scales and began learning about chords and the degrees of a scale. The student was assigned homework to identify the degrees of different scales, and a follow-up session was scheduled to discuss relative major and minor chords.
Enharmonic Scales
Chord Construction - Major Chords
Scale Degrees
Accidentals in Scales (Sharps and Flats)
Diatonic Major Scales
The Student worked on vocal techniques such as tongue release and abdominal breathing while practicing sections from "Munchkin Land," a reprize from another song, and "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." The tutor provided guidance on pitch accuracy and offered strategies for effective practice, including recording sessions for self-assessment. The student was encouraged to internalize the techniques in preparation for an upcoming show.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Placement and Pitch Accuracy
Importance of Practice and Patience
Tongue Release for Vocal Freedom
Connecting Spoken Word to Singing
The session involved vocal exercises focusing on breath control, tongue placement, and pitch accuracy. The student practiced singing songs and received feedback on areas for improvement. The tutor assigned new songs from 'The Greatest Showman' for the student to learn, with a recommendation to watch the movie.
Lip and Tongue Trills
Vocal Cord Adduction
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Tongue Position
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Interactive music lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed

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