Krissan Manikan - Tan
Personalized Online Coaching with French Conservatory alum, Grand-Prize winner, and Sought-after Performing Artist Krissan Manikan - Tan
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Singing lessons - Krissan Manikan - Tan
Diploma degree
/ 30 min
Krissan - Get to know your vocal coach
With over 12 years of experience teaching Music and 18 years of formal training as a classical singer, I am Krissan Tan, your singing tutor for personalized lessons. I hold a Musical Studies Diploma in Opera which I obtained at the Conservatory of Paris where I graduated as a scholar of the French Government. I also finished my Bachelor's Degree at the Santa Isabel College in Manila in 2018 and now pursuing my Master's Degree at the University of the Philippines, Diliman. I am a grand prize winner of various vocal competitions in my country and abroad. I am a music teacher and an active performing artist in our cultural center. I specialize in Classical Music but I can also teach Pop, Jazz, and more, offering expert singing lessons for students of all levels. From beginners to advanced vocalists, I tailor each session to focus on your needs, whether it's mastering harmony or improving pitch. I also teach ear training, music theory, basic piano, aside from healthy vocal training, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Meet Krissan
Krissan graduated from Conservatoire a rayonnement regional de Paris
Singing lessons highlights
In my personalized tutoring approach, I focus on building confidence, engaging students through expressive teaching methods, and fostering patience and motivation. Specializing in singing lessons, I cover a wide range of genres including opera, broadway, pop, jazz, and rock singing for students of all levels - beginners, intermediate, advanced, kids, and adults. By utilizing a variety of tech tools like interactive online platforms, video tutorials, and audio resources, I create a dynamic and immersive learning experience. With a curriculum tailored to each student's needs, I ensure a supportive environment for over 50 students, helping them develop their vocal skills effectively and reach their potential in singing. I also work with people with mental conditions and various addictions as a form of music therapy to help them cope with challenges that they face daily.
Your vocal coach specialities
Rhythm & Beat
Improvisation & Composition
Vocal Training
Melody & Pitch
Harmony and Chords
Sight Singing
Harmony & Counterpoint
Scales and Modes
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Singing concept taught by Krissan
The session covered pitch matching exercises, vocal warm-ups including scales and arpeggios, and an initial assessment of the student's voice type. The tutor provided techniques for improving pitch and vocal resonance. The student sang several songs, and the tutor offered feedback on vocal technique and areas for improvement, such as ear training and pitch perfection.
Match Pitching
Vocal Warm-ups and Scales
Identifying Voice Type: Mezzo-Soprano
Jaw Release for High Notes
Singing Inwards vs. Pushing
The class session involved pitch matching exercises to train the student's ear and practice singing various songs. The student received feedback on pitch accuracy, rhythm, and confidence while singing. The tutor scheduled the next session and encouraged the student to continue practicing positive songs.
Scheduling Consistency and Link Management
Match Pitching: Aural Training and Confidence Building
Emotional Safety and Encouragement in Learning
Song Selection and Positive Repertoire
Rhythmic Accuracy in Singing
Importance of Groove and Enjoyment
The session involved the Student presenting and refining several original songs. The Tutor provided feedback on melody, structure, and vocal techniques. They discussed blues influences and ways to incorporate them into the Student's songwriting, along with strategies for improving vocal performance and song arrangement for upcoming performances.
Vocal Variation in Verses
Song Structure and Length
Ending a Song
Blues Influence on Rock and Roll
Vocal Technique: Jaw Drop
Blues Notes
The student practiced solfège and sight-singing, focusing on intervals, rhythms (quarter and half notes), and melodic accuracy. The student worked through exercises, and the tutor emphasized the importance of mastering intervals and maintaining a steady beat for upcoming auditions. The student was encouraged to practice slowly and precisely.
Solfège Practice
Note Reading
Sight-Singing
Rhythmic Accuracy
Interval Recognition
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups and practiced two musical theatre songs in preparation for upcoming auditions. The Student received detailed feedback on phrasing, emotional context, and pitch accuracy. The Tutor assigned the Student to study the notes for "Popular" and scheduling was adjusted to allow for a warm-up session before the audition.
Importance of Pitch Accuracy in A Cappella
Score Adherence vs. Creative Interpretation
Acting Choices Within a Song
Jaw Release for Enhanced Resonance
Lip Trills for Vocal Warm-up
Understanding Song Context for Performance
The Student worked on improving their vocal technique, specifically addressing pitch and range issues in a song from the Shrek musical. The Tutor guided the student through warm-up exercises to access their head voice and emphasized the importance of ear training and selecting positive, age-appropriate music. The Student was assigned to practice finding their head voice and compile a list of positive songs for future sessions.
Vocal Graph Sensations
Opening the Throat
Ear-Brain-Mouth Connection (EBM)
Head Voice
Octave Awareness
Understanding Song Meaning and Context
Importance of Positive and Age-Appropriate Music
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
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