Michael Zuzek
Unlock your inner ROCK STAR with confidence building, supportive music teaching!
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Michael Zuzek
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Michael - Get to know your vocal coach
Hi there! I'm Michael Zuzek, a Queen's University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree and a music minor. I am a professional recording artist with years of experience in Rock, Blues, and Pop singing. My specialties include ear training, harmony, improvisation, music theory, music production, songwriting, and more! Regardless of whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or adult looking to fine-tune your vocal skills, I have learned over my years of training that ANYONE can learn to sing. I tailor my personalized lessons to suit your learning needs. I truly believe that my unique experiences as a charting songwriter and singer can help you reach your vocal goals regardless of your singing history. I promise to offer you expert teaching in melody, breathing techniques, and performance techniques every lesson. Let's start this journey today, and aim to succeed together!
Meet Michael
Michael graduated from Queen's University
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Technology
Music History
Music theory
Harmony and Chords
Music Performance Techniques
Music production & recording
Ear training
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing lessons highlights
My personalized Rock, Blues, and Pop singing lessons focus on three main teaching philosophies. Technical skill-building, creativity, and confidence. I focus on strong foundations for singing such as rhythm, posture, and technique. These technical foundations are pivotal for growing your voice and growing your personal confidence simultaneously. Lessons are interactive and tailored to each learner’s goals, whether they aim to sing casually, perform their favourite song at karaoke, or develop skills that can place them on the path to become a professional singer. I emphasize steady progress, mindful practice, and musical expression, helping students connect deeply with the music they perform. With patience and encouragement, I create a supportive environment where students of all ages can grow, enjoy the process, and develop lasting skills.
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15 days Refund
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Free Tutor Swap
Singing concepts taught by Michael
The student and tutor worked extensively on vocal technique, focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and vowel articulation through various exercises. They then applied these techniques by singing two songs, "Hey There Delilah" and "When I Was Your Man," to assess and improve vocal performance, range, and dynamic control. The session concluded with cool-down exercises and a reflection on the student's progress and goals.
Vocal Diaphragm Engagement
Vowel Shape and Resonance
Vocal Range Expansion: Chest to Head Voice Transition
Vocal Dynamics and Presence
The student and tutor explored foundational singing techniques, focusing on diaphragmatic breathing and vocal warm-ups. They practiced sustained vowel sounds and experimented with different pitches and vowel sounds to improve vocal control and range. The session concluded with a discussion on establishing a consistent practice schedule for future lessons.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing
Vocalizing and Pitch Control
Goal Setting and Personalized Curriculum
Vocal Warm-ups and Physicality
The student and tutor concluded a 10-session course focused on singing techniques. The session included vocal warm-ups, practicing two songs with feedback on energy and dynamics, and engaging in vocal drills. The student also completed a self-reflection exercise on their progress and vocal development.
Self-Reflection and Confidence Building
Vocal Range and Pitch Drills
Vocal Dynamics and Expressiveness
Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing Techniques
The tutor and student explored fundamental vocal techniques, focusing on breath support and physical warm-ups as the basis for singing. They practiced diaphragmatic breathing and vowel sustain exercises to build vocal strength and control, with plans to address platform enrollment for future sessions.
Vocal Range and Control Exercises
Vowel Sustenance Drills
Vocal Warm-ups: Physical and Breath
Diaphragmatic Breathing
The student and tutor engaged in a vocal coaching session that included physical warm-ups, breath control exercises, and singing practice. The student performed three songs, followed by drills on sustained vocalizations and a reflective journaling exercise on their confidence and vocal effort, with plans to reschedule a missed session.
Vocal Performance: Singing with Confidence
Vocal Pitch Stability Drills
Breathing Techniques for Power
Vocal Warm-ups: Neck Stretches
This session involved an in-depth discussion comparing football players Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, analyzing their statistics and impact on the sport. The conversation also touched upon football tactics, coaching, and broader societal issues related to cultural identity and prejudice.
Player Evaluation and Team Building
The Nuances of National Identity and Heritage
The Messi vs. Ronaldo Debate
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
DAWs
Metronome Apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Vocal tuner apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Interactive voice lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.