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
Improvisation & Composition
Music theory
Scales and Modes
Music Performance Techniques
Rhythm & Beat
Vocal Training
Ear training
Melody & Pitch
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
Parent feedback
Singing concept taught by Krissan
The Student received instruction on utilizing the nasal cavity and pharynx for improved vocal technique. They practiced humming and vowel exercises to focus on breath control and proper resonance, and applied these techniques to a song for an upcoming performance. The tutor recommended drinking warm water and resting the voice to prevent strain.
Narrowing the Sound
Avoiding Laryngeal Tension
Open Nasal Pharynx on High Notes
Adductive Vocal Chords
Inhaling the Sound (Vowels)
Nasal Cavity and Pharynx as Vocal Tract
The student practiced sight-reading exercises in different keys (D major and E flat), focusing on interval recognition and accurate solfège singing. The tutor provided strategies for quickly analyzing music within a 30-second timeframe and emphasized understanding scale degrees. The student was encouraged to ask about using movable 'do' for their upcoming exam.
Fixed 'Do' vs. Movable 'Do'
Identifying 'Do' in Bass Clef
Key Signatures and Major/Minor Keys
Interval Recognition
Scale Degrees
Using Time Effectively During Preparation
The session covered vocal resonance and tongue placement techniques to improve singing, and applied these concepts to the song "For the First Time in Forever." The student worked on pitch accuracy and rhythm, breaking down the song phrase by phrase. The tutor suggested creating a slower practice track of the song and working with a piano teacher to ensure correct notes and tempo for the student's homework.
Vocal Health and Technique
Phrase Practice and Tempo
Neutral Larynx for Broadway Singing
Jaw Relaxation and Bruxism
Resonance and Vocal Tract
Tongue Placement
The Student practiced ear training exercises, focusing on pitch matching accuracy. The Student then sang various songs, receiving feedback on intonation and vocal delivery. A short meditation was incorporated to manage stress and improve focus during the session; the tutor encouraged the student to continue practicing and finding songs for future sessions.
Managing Vocal Energy
Song Selection and Emotional Connection
Importance of Relaxation and Breathing
Pitch Matching and Ear Training
The 'Listen
Think
Sing' Process
The student received instruction on singing techniques to improve performance of a new song, particularly focusing on high notes. The Tutor provided guidance on inhalation, breath control, vocal resonance, and body alignment. The student practiced applying these techniques to the challenging parts of the song and will continue to practice.
Inhalation Technique (In Lavoce)
Mixed Voice with Chest Voice
Resonance and Nasal Cavity
Body Alignment and Support
Vocal Placement ('Lord' vs. 'Uh')
The session involved solfège practice in B flat and C major keys, with the student focusing on sight-reading and singing. The student will have an upcoming exam, and additional lessons were scheduled. The tutor advised the student to read and record solfège exercises for practice and review.
Solfège Analysis
Arpeggio as a Reference
Application of Solfège Syllables
Rhythmic Accuracy
Overcoming Doubt
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for advanced
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