Alexander Labbé

Elevate your guitar skills with personalized lessons that fuse technique, music theory and learning through songs.

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Alexander Labbé

Bachelors degree

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I am a guitar/ukulele/piano/vocal teacher with more than 12 years of teaching experience. Over the years, I became one of the most sought-after instructors at my music school due to my ability to keep students engaged and having fun in their lessons while ensuring that they are being imparted with the necessary knowledge to advance their musical abilities.
Additionally, I graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Communications and Culture in 2014. I also completed the New Media Production Design and Audio diploma from SAIT in 2013 as well as Digital Audio Certificate of Achievement. I am also the founder of a music project who have earned 5 Music Award nominations and have opened for major musical acts. My music has been played on various radio stations. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the guitar!

Alexander graduated from University of Calgary

Alexander graduated from University of Calgary

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Chord Progressions

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Chords and Rhythms

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Songs and Repertoire

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Guitar Techniques

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Fingerstyle

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Guitar for beginners

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I have more than 12 years of teaching experience and am able to create a positive and fun learning environment to motivate children and adults alike to improve their skills and understanding. I have brought students from the beginning stages of the musical journey to complete music proficiency. Additionally, as a Communications graduate, I have strong interpersonal communication skills and am able to communicate information clearly and effectively. I speak English and French proficiently. I am very proficient in music, with a strong understanding of music theory including scales, arpeggios, transposition, and more. I leverage a variety of online and offline tools like music software, notation apps and more to create interactive lessons. My patient and encouraging style fosters a supportive environment where students thrive and develop their musical skills effectively.

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Guitar concepts taught by Alexander

Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in a comprehensive singing session, starting with vocal warm-ups through major scales to refine breath support and pitch accuracy. The main focus was on introducing and practicing *passaggio* and mix voice techniques, specifically addressing the transition between chest and head voice. They also applied these concepts while practicing sections of the song "When I Was Your Man," with the Tutor recommending daily isolation practice for challenging phrases and continued work on the mix voice.

Vocal Warm-ups & Scale Practice

Breath Support & Diaphragm Control

Soft Palate Lift & Nasal Resonance

Understanding the Passaggio (Vocal Break)

Developing Mix Voice

Isolating & Drilling Challenging Phrases

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Student learned 11 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, focusing on vocal warm-ups, scale practice, and song work. They practiced various scales to improve pitch, tone, and breath support, with an emphasis on incorporating head voice and mix voice for higher notes. The session concluded with detailed, line-by-line practice of a song, addressing specific challenging sections and outlining areas for the Student to practice during the week, including targeted scales and song phrases.

Applying Vocal Techniques to Song Performance

Breath Support & Nasal Resonance

Identifying & Targeting Scale Fifths

Head Voice & Mix Voice Transition

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

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Student learned 18 days ago

Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, including scales, fifths, and specific vowel exercises, emphasizing pitch accuracy, breath support, and resonance. They then applied these techniques to practice sections of the song "When I Was Your Man," specifically working on verse 1 and the chorus, addressing pitch, phrasing, and emotional delivery. The Tutor advised the Student to continue practicing scales for foundational strength and to break down the chorus into individual lines for daily targeted practice to improve consistency.

Pitch Accuracy & Stability

Diaphragmatic Breath Support

Bridging Scales to Song Performance

Vocal Resonance & Tone

Articulation: Staccato vs. Legato

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Student learned 25 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal exercises and song performance, focusing on improving pitch, tone, and breath support in challenging sections. They drilled specific melodic lines and phrases, with the student practicing these techniques to enhance their vocal performance. The tutor provided feedback and assigned practice on individual lines for future improvement.

Breath Support and Diaphragm Engagement

Vocal Pitch Accuracy and Stability

Vocal Resonance and Nasal Placement

Vocal Mix and Chestiness

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The singing lesson involved vocal warm-ups and technical exercises to improve pitch, breath support, and vocal stability. The student practiced scales and song sections, receiving targeted feedback on specific notes and phrases. Future practice will focus on refining challenging sections of the song "When I Was Your Man," particularly the higher range and transitions.

Vocal Onset and Breath Support

Pitch Accuracy and Range Extension

Resonance and Vocal Placement

Vocal Blending and Mix Voice

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal exercises to improve breath support, pitch, and tone quality. They practiced scales, triads, and song sections, focusing on technical aspects like vocal placement and maintaining support on higher notes. The tutor provided targeted feedback and exercises to refine the student's singing.

Breath Support Fundamentals

Vocal Placement and Resonance

Pitch Accuracy and Interval Training

Vocal Agility and Staccato/Legato

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PDF Sheet Music

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Ear Training Software

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Weekend lessons

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