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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Krissan Manikan - Tan
Diploma degree
/ 55 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
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Melody & Pitch
Scales and Modes
Ear training
Harmony & Counterpoint
Singing
Music theory
Harmony and Chords
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
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.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Singing concepts taught by Krissan
The Student and Tutor focused on refining the Student's vocal performance for a solo audition, practicing a specific song with attention to musical dynamics, breathing techniques, and vocal resonance. They also discussed and planned to practice sight-reading arpeggios to prepare for an upcoming audition, with the Tutor offering to find relevant exercises. Additionally, the Tutor shared information about an international voice competition as a potential opportunity for the Student.
Expressive Dynamics and Musical Phrasing
Arpeggio Fundamentals and Sight-Reading
Optimizing Vocal Resonance through Pharyngeal Space
Lower Abdominal Vocal Support
Student and Tutor worked on vocal techniques for an upcoming performance, specifically addressing high notes, breath support, and blending across vocal registers. They practiced various vocal exercises and applied characterization techniques to the song "Evil Like Me." The student was assigned homework to learn the diatonic major scale.
Vocal Posture & High Note Confidence
Engaging Lower Abdominals for Breath Support ("Pson")
Strengthening the Middle Voice & Blending
Effective Warm-up: The Lip Trill
Applying Characterization & Performance Style (Vaudeville)
Understanding Musical Rests for Expression
The Student and Tutor worked on fundamental singing techniques, focusing on mapping the Student's vocal range (chest, mix, head voice) and developing proper breath support using lower abdominal engagement. They practiced vocal cord adduction, tongue release, and creating open resonance space through various exercises and applied these concepts to the song "Hopelessly Devoted to You." The Tutor recommended continuing practice of the song and incorporating core strengthening exercises.
Mapping Vocal Registers & Resonance Zones
Power Source: Lower Abdominal Engagement (Appoggio)
Vocal Cord Adduction for a Clean Onset
Creating Space: Tongue Release & Pharyngeal Tallness
Seamless Blending: Navigating the Middle Voice
The "Umlaut" Vowel (Ü) for Resonance & Onset
Applying Technique: Song Interpretation & Emotional Delivery
The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, focusing on voice placement, blending chest and head voice, and engaging core support. They practiced the song "Evil Like Me," correcting musical interval interpretations (major vs. minor). The Tutor recommended a vocal health check-up with an ENT and emphasized vocal discipline for an upcoming performance.
Vocal Health
Discipline
and Professional Check-ups
Music Theory: Major vs. Minor Keys & Accidentals
Core Support as Your Power Source
Vocal Register Blending & Maneuvering
Relaxed Jaw
Chin
Prioritizing Vocal Health During Illness
Long-Term Vocal Care Habits
The Critical Role of Vocal Rest
Seeking Professional Medical Guidance
The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, focusing on blending chest and middle voice, vowel modification, and maintaining an open throat for range extension. The Student then practiced a song from "Descendants," receiving feedback on characterization, correcting musical notes, and improving breath control. Homework included studying Maleficent's characterization, using the correct musical score, and marking breathing points on a separate sheet.
The Power of Regular Vocal Training
Vocal Placement: Mastering the "NG" Hum
Understanding & Blending Voice Registers
Vowel Modification for Open Throat & Blending
Characterization in Performance
Strategic Breath Control & Phrasing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
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