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Andrea Lee Higgins

Singers of all experience levels are welcome here! My goal is to help you uplift your voice & hope that you will also have lot of fun in the process.

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Singing lessons - Andrea Lee Higgins

Bachelors degree

/ 30 min

Andrea Lee - Get to know your vocal coach

Hi! I’m Andrea Lee Please allow me to introduce myself… A long time ago, in a Galaxy far, far away, I received my Bachelor’s degree in Music Theory as a Voice Major from Susquehanna University. I have over 25 years of experience as a performing singer/songwriter/composer, and have been teaching music lessons for over 20 years. I believe that each student’s musical journey is as unique as their own fingerprint. With my lesson plans, be it for vocal coaching, general music theory/reading, or composition lessons, my students will always be respected for their individual style. Be assured that every lesson that I provide will be tailored specifically for your needs, your goals, and your style of learning. In addition to teaching voice and vocal pedagogy, I am able to instruct music theory, musical arranging, and composition. Music is an all encompassing art form, and I am a firm believer in studying every angel that we choose to explore in order to obtain a more clear and complete understanding of our musical language. While I am classically trained, and my personal songwriting style is best described as “Americana - Folk”, I am very much a student of “the school of rock” and also vocally perform rock, big band jazz, country, folk, musical theatre (I have been in my share of productions), and some occasional blues. I do strum guitar quite a bit as well. I am available for students of all levels and all ages. I’m here to help you build a foundation, and/or build it up so that you have the power to do what you enjoy and want to study - Sing! My general availability is Noon - 6pm EST, Monday - Friday with evening & weekend lessons subject to availability. I do require at least 24 hours notice for scheduling and will always accommodate to the best of my ability. I look forward to working with you!

Andrea Lee graduated from Susquehanna University

Andrea Lee graduated from Susquehanna University

Singing lessons highlights

About My Methods for Vocal Students My first lesson with any student begins with a proper introduction, including understanding their needs and reasons for seeking out coaching. I also care to know what the student’s goals are and how I may help them achieve this. From there, I will ask the student to participate in a general “range test” so that I can assess their vocal range and identify areas that may require more attention. Depending on the student’s experience and any other formal (or ongoing training - i.e. - collage student, etc…), we will likely proceed to some breathing exercises after the range assessment. I have found that this method assures that the student receives a proper warm up for the next part of the lesson, while allowing me to learn about their voice. After the initial assessment and knowing more about the student and their voice, I will ask them to sing a favorite song for me. It really can be anything, any genre. It’s important for me to hear what my student is passionate about. I want to make my students comfortable and I have always found that this helps greatly. Sing what you love and we can go from there! My lessons are always personalized for the needs of my student. We will work together to achieve the student’s goals, and always study the music that the student chooses. I will always have some suggestions for practice, and sometimes they may challenge the student’s “wheelhouse”, but this is only meant to give that little “push” to further and encourage learning. Plainly put, Singing has been my lifelong passion, and I am fortunate to have had amazing Teachers. If I am able to teach others how to more fully embrace and feel confident in this shared passion, I have succeeded.

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music production & recording

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Rhythm & Beat

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Music Performance Techniques

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Melody & Pitch

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Music theory

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Improvisation & Composition

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Music Technology

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Vocal Training

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Music History

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Singing concept taught by Andrea Lee

Student learned 25 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal techniques, breath control, and range exercises suitable for singing while recovering from illness. The Student practiced Ed Sheeran's song and part of Grace Has a Gun, with attention to breath distribution and dynamic expression. The next session is scheduled to continue focusing on dynamic range and volume control.

Dynamic Range in Singing

Singing with Congestion and Stage Health

Equal Breath Distribution

Flexibility and Variability in Vocal Performance

Vocal Range and Dynamics

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing

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Student learned 25 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, breath control exercises, and scale practice to improve pitch and ear training. The Student sang through a song, receiving feedback on breath control and overall performance. The Student was assigned practice exercises focusing on scales, sustained notes, and breath work, and scheduled the next session.

Cheek Warm-ups

Diaphragmatic Breathing (Santa Claus Breaths)

Sustained Note Practice with Breath Control

Vocal Scales (Doorbell Exercises)

Breath Support for High Notes

Ear Training and Pitch Correction

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Student learned 27 days ago

The Tutor and Student focused on breath control techniques, vocal range exercises, and applying these skills to singing selected songs. The Student practiced breathing exercises for support and control, explored vocal range through scales, and sang through songs to implement techniques. The session concluded with song suggestions and encouragement to continue practicing breath support and vocal exercises.

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocalists

Vocal Warm-ups and Range Exploration

Resonance and Vocal Placement

Head Voice and Falsetto

Song Interpretation and Performance

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The lesson focused on vocal exercises, breath control, exploring vocal range, and harmony. The student practiced pitch matching and sang a song, receiving feedback on breath support and dynamics. The student was assigned to practice "Defying Gravity" from *Wicked* and to choose a song from *Mean Girls* for the next lesson.

Breath Support for Dynamics

Pitch Memory

Harmonies (Fifths and Thirds)

Vocal Range and Strain

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Head Voice

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The session involved vocal exercises to improve pitch, rhythm, and register transitions, specifically focusing on the student's middle and upper vocal ranges. The student practiced recognizing and correcting pitch issues, and worked on musical memory with melodic phrases. The tutor recommended focusing on exercises around middle C to smooth the vocal break and explore different vowel sounds.

Interval Recognition and Singing

Pitch Correction and Ear Training

Navigating Vocal Registers: Middle Voice and Break

Vocalizing with Different Onsets and Rhythms

Memory and Mimicry in Music

Song Structure and Refrains

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The student and tutor worked on expanding the student's vocal range and developing their harmonization skills. They practiced scales and intervals, focusing on thirds and fifths. The tutor assigned no specific homework, but encouraged the student to continue practicing and playing with harmonies on their keyboard.

Vocal Range Expansion

Harmony Identification with Chords

Harmony Identification with Single Notes

Immediate Harmony Response

Application of Harmony to Song

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Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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DAWs

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for kids

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Singing for beginners

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Singing for adults

Interactive voice lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

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Pets are welcomed

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Weekend lessons

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