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
Sight Singing
Vocal Training
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Music theory
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
Scales and Modes
CoTutorAI modules
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for advanced
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 vocal techniques for singing, including breath preparation, nasal resonance, and proper vocal support. They practiced the song "Greatest Love of All," with the Tutor providing detailed feedback on dynamics, interpretation, and addressing vocal discomfort. The session concluded with a discussion on potential alternative songs for an upcoming recital.
Active Breath Preparation
Mastering Nasal Resonance with the "Hung" Technique
Abdominal Support for Vocal Health
Dynamic Interpretation & Embouchure Refinement
The Student and Tutor conducted a singing lesson focusing on vocal warm-ups, pitch accuracy, and audition song performance. They utilized a vocal monitoring app to identify and correct scooping issues, and discussed strategies for conveying the song's emotion and preparing physically for an upcoming audition. The Student was advised to rest their voice and practice specific humming exercises.
Vocal Warm-up Essentials
Audition Day Voice Care & Preparation
Song Interpretation & Performance Presence
Vocal Tone and Larynx Stability
Pitch Consistency & Monitoring
Breath Support & Square Attack
The tutor worked with the student on vocal technique for an upcoming audition, focusing on breath control, vocal resonance, and song interpretation for "Rolling in the Deep." They also discussed song selection and vocal health, planning for a two-hour session the following day to continue preparations.
Musicality: Dynamics and Phrasing
Song Selection and Audition Strategy
Vocal Resonance and Breath Control
Vocal Health and Discipline for Singers
The tutor and student focused on singing techniques, including posture, nasal resonance, and vocal support. They practiced exercises to improve vocal production and range, and worked on applying these techniques to specific songs, with a plan to continue focusing on vocal range and breathing exercises in future sessions.
Nasal Resonance and Vocal Quality
Vocal Support and Breath Management
Vocal Range and Voice Typing
Posture for Singing
The tutor and student focused on improving vocal technique, specifically breath control, resonance, and managing vocal strain. They practiced exercises using "ng" sounds and vowel exploration to achieve better vocal production and range, with the student aiming to apply these techniques to their songs.
Vocal Breath Support & Control
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Vocal Freedom & Tension Reduction
Pitch Accuracy and Range Extension
The tutor and student worked on improving sight-reading skills for singing. They practiced singing scales and melodic phrases in various major and minor keys, focusing on pitch accuracy and rhythm, and reviewed mnemonic devices for key signatures. The tutor assigned practice with piano scales as homework.
Music Theory: Key Signatures and Scales
Solfège and Sight-Reading
Time Signatures: Understanding Rhythm
Relative Minor and Major Scales
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Note taking
Parent feedback
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