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
/ 55 min
Alexander - Know your guitar teacher
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
Your guitar teacher expertise
Guitar for beginners
Guitar Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
Scales and Modes
Chord Progressions
Chords and Rhythms
Fingerstyle
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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.
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Alexander
The Student worked with the Tutor on advanced vocal techniques, focusing on breath support, pitch accuracy, and vocal placement while singing scales and two specific songs. The Tutor provided feedback and exercises to improve the Student's ability to transition between vocal registers and maintain consistent support, with a plan to continue this focus in future sessions.
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Support
Vocal Resonance and Pitch Balance
Vocal Placement and Support for High Notes
Vocal Transitions: Chest
Mix
and Head Voice
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal technique through scales in F, F#, and G major, emphasizing breath support and pitch. They reviewed 'Over the Rainbow' and began working on a new song, 'When I Was Your Man.' Homework includes daily breathing exercises and practicing with backing tracks to improve pitch and tone, with future plans to address high notes in new material.
Vocal Warm-up & Morning Voice Management
Comprehensive Breath Support for Singing
Vocal Placement & Resonance for High Notes
Pitch Accuracy & Melodic Distinction
Navigating Vocal Challenges (Allergies & Dryness)
Song Deconstruction & Phrasing Techniques
The student and tutor focused on vocal technique, including pitch accuracy, breath support, and resonance, through various scales and song exercises. They specifically addressed the student's vocal recovery from congestion and practiced sections of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' with plans to integrate staccato exercises into future practice.
Vocal Breath Support
Legato vs. Staccato Phrasing
Vocal Resonance and Placement
Pitch Accuracy and Interval Training
The student and tutor focused on advanced vocal techniques, including resonance, vocal register transitions (chest to head voice), and breath support. The student practiced vocal exercises and song segments to improve pitch accuracy, tone quality, and the seamlessness of vocal shifts, with a goal to apply these techniques in singing "Somewhere Over the Rainbow."
Vocal Resonance Placement
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice Transition (Mixed Voice)
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Engagement
Vocal Placement and Forward Resonance
The student and tutor discussed vocal resonance, air management during singing, and techniques to prevent voice cracking. They practiced vocal scales and the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," focusing on pitch, tone, and breath support. The tutor assigned practice using karaoke tracks to enhance vocal control and accuracy.
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Engagement
Pitch Accuracy and Tonal Center
Tone
Timbre
and Vocal Flexibility
Airflow Management and Vocal Cracking
Vocal Resonance and Placement
The tutor and student reviewed guitar techniques, focusing on practicing scales with varied intervals and exploring diatonic chords. They worked on improvisational strategies, including breaking predictable patterns and applying theoretical knowledge of chord progressions and modes. The student is expected to continue practicing these concepts independently.
Modal Implication in Chord Progressions
Diatonic Chords and Triad Navigation
Minor Pentatonic Scale Shapes and Interval Jumps
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Amp Simulators
Guitar Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
Chord Diagram Apps
PDF Sheet Music
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Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Note taking
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
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