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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Fingerstyle

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Chords and Rhythms

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Guitar for beginners

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Guitar Techniques

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Songs and Repertoire

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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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 6 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in extensive vocal warm-ups and range-expanding exercises, concentrating on pitch accuracy and breath support across various scales. They then focused on applying these techniques to challenging vocal runs and high notes within the bridge section of the song "When I Was Your Man." The Tutor assigned continued practice on scales and difficult song sections to enhance breath control and pitch stability.

Diaphragm Engagement & Vocal Warm-ups

Mastering Pitch Accuracy

Robust Breath Support & Grounding

Exploring the Mix Voice (Head & Chest Blend)

Forward Resonance & Relaxed Phonation

Precision in Vocal Runs

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Student learned 10 days ago

Student and Tutor focused on vocal exercises, starting with scale work to improve pitch accuracy and diaphragm support. They practiced transitioning into higher notes and developing mixed voice techniques, applying these skills to a specific song section. Homework was assigned to reinforce mixed voice transitions and scale practice.

Developing the Mix Voice (Passaggio/Pagio)

Song Application & Performance Refinement

Pitch Accuracy & Tonal Stability

Diaphragm Engagement & Breath Support

Vocal Warm-ups & Descending Scale Practice

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Student learned 20 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in extensive vocal exercises, including various descending scales and lip trills, to enhance breath support, pitch accuracy, and facial resonance. They also worked on specific sections of a song, focusing on improving transitions and tackling challenging high notes in the bridge. Homework was assigned to practice specific scales and song lines, emphasizing consistent breath support.

Vocal Warm-up & Tension Management

Diaphragmatic Breath Support & Engagement

Pitch Precision & Clean Onset

Vowel Shaping & Facial Resonance

Mastering Challenging Song Sections: Runs and Bridge

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Student learned 27 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 about 1 month 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

Head Voice & Mix Voice Transition

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Identifying & Targeting Scale Fifths

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Student learned about 1 month 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.

Bridging Scales to Song Performance

Articulation: Staccato vs. Legato

Vocal Resonance & Tone

Pitch Accuracy & Stability

Diaphragmatic Breath Support

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Amp Simulators

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