Michael Zuzek
Unlock your inner ROCK STAR with confidence building, supportive music teaching!
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Michael Zuzek
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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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
Ear training
Improvisation & Composition
Music production & recording
Music Technology
Rhythm & Beat
Harmony and Chords
Music Performance Techniques
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
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.
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Singing concepts taught by Michael
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal technique, focusing on connecting chest and head voices through physical warm-ups, breathing exercises, and specific vocal drills. The Student practiced scales with sustained notes using various vowels and a head voice slide, later applying these principles to a song by singing it with both a standard and a lighter tone.
Vocal Register Connection (Chest & Head Voice)
Vocal Warm-up and Physical Preparation
Descending Scales with Sustained Notes
Head Voice Discovery Drill
Light Tone vs. Heavy Tone Application
The tutor and student worked on advanced vocal techniques, focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal range expansion through various breathing exercises, pitch matching with a piano, and vocal slides. The session also touched on building vocal confidence, particularly in higher registers, with plans to continue this focus in future lessons.
Vocal Resonance and Airflow Management
Pitch Matching and Vowel Sustain
Vocal Pitch Accuracy: Flat vs. Sharp
Head Voice and Mixed Registers
Vocal Agility and Chord Closure
The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, including physical release exercises and various advanced breathing techniques focusing on diaphragm control and controlled exhalations. They practiced vocal drills and then applied these techniques to singing a song, with a focus on rhythm, breath control, and vocal expressiveness.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Warm-ups: Descending Drills
Applying Breathing Techniques to Singing
Vocal Expression and Range
Vocalization Warm-ups
Pitch Accuracy and Ear Training
Vocal Clarity and Articulation
Vocal Range and Breath Support
The tutor and student engaged in a vocal lesson focusing on breathing techniques, physical warm-ups, and vowel pronunciation exercises. They practiced singing specific notes and a song, with the tutor providing guidance on breath support and clarity to prepare the student for an upcoming audition.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Physical Warm-ups for Singers
Vocal Warm-up: Vowel Modifications
Performance Principles: Start
Sustain
Stop
Vocal Audition Preparation
The tutor and student worked on advanced vocal techniques, focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal transitions. Exercises included breath work, pitch matching with a piano, and applying these skills to singing a specific song. The student practiced sustaining notes, transitioning between vowel sounds, and managing airflow for dynamic range.
Vocal Warm-ups and Breath Control
Pitch Matching and Vocal Accuracy
Vowel Shape and Resonance
Phrase Shaping and Airflow Management
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
Vocal tuner apps
DAWs
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Metronome Apps
Interactive voice lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
Mobile joining
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