Alexander Labbé
Engaging singing lessons prioritizing breath control and the understanding of the fundamentals for enhanced vocal versatility.
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Singing lessons - Alexander Labbé
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Alexander - Get to know your vocal coach
I am a vocal/guitar/piano/ukulele 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 hit those high notes together and unlock your full musical potential.
Alexander graduated from University of Calgary
Singing lessons highlights
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 proficieny. 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 offlines tools like music software, notation apps and more to create interactive lessons. My patient and encouraging style fosters a supportive environ,ent where students thirve and developt their musical skills effectively.
Your vocal coach specialities
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Sight Singing
Music theory
Scales and Modes
Improvisation & Composition
Vocal Training
Singing
Music production & recording
Singing concept taught by Alexander
The Student and Tutor practiced breathing exercises, worked on pitch and breath control in the song "Downtown," and began learning the song "Listen" from Dream Girls. The session focused on improving breath support, hitting correct pitches, and working through challenging vocal runs.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
Abdominal Engagement for Vocalization
Rib Cage Suspension and Controlled Exhalation
Pitch Accuracy and Support in Head Voice
Vocal Runs and Stylistic Choices
The Student and Tutor worked on breathing exercises and vocal scales to improve singing technique. The student practiced diaphragmatic breathing and pitch accuracy, then applied these skills to a song. The Tutor will send YouTube videos of C sharp major scales for further practice.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Sustained Exhale Exercises
Scale Practice (Do-Re-Mi)
Applying Scales to Melodies
Vocal Projection and Resonance
The Student practiced breathing exercises to improve breath control and diaphragmatic support and worked on scales focusing on vowel sounds and pitch. They began working on the song "Numb" by Linkin Park, focusing on resonance and vocal tone. The student was assigned to practice scales and "Numb" to get more comfortable singing in a lower tone, experiment with vocal resonance, and practice the five-note scale run off of A.
Vocal Resonance Placement
Vowel Modification
Rib Cage Expansion for Support
Quick Inhale ('Startled' Breath)
Diaphragmatic Breathing Techniques
The session focused on improving the Student's breath control and vocal placement through various breathing exercises and scales. The Student worked on expanding breath capacity, steadying vocal tone, and achieving a lower vocal range. The Tutor recommended continuing practice with provided videos and planned to work on specific songs in the next session.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Controlled Exhale
Staccato Exhales and Inhale Technique
Four-Second Breathing Exercise (Inhale
Suspend
Exhale)
Diaphragm Engagement During Singing
Resonance and Open Throat
The Student and Tutor worked on breathing exercises to improve breath control and support for singing. The exercises focused on diaphragmatic breathing, breath extension, and staccato techniques. The Student then applied these techniques to singing scales, and will select a song to work on in the next class.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Sustained Exhalation
Connecting Breath to Singing Scales
Staccato Breathing Exercise (S Ff Ha)
Applying Staccato Breathing to Scales
Vocal Break (Passaggio)
The session focused on vocal technique, with the student practicing diaphragmatic breathing and determining their vocal range. The student then worked on finding the optimal key for a song they are preparing for an audition. The tutor recommended practicing breathing exercises and transposing the song to E flat major.
Hydration and Vocal Health
Key Selection for Vocal Performance
Vocal Range Identification
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing
Extended Exhale Exercise
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Metronome Apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Vocal pitch training apps
Looping Software
DAWs
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
Ear Training Software
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Interactive voice lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Vocal coaches on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
