Alexander Labbé

Engaging singing lessons prioritizing breath control and the understanding of the fundamentals for enhanced vocal versatility.

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Alexander Labbé

Bachelors degree

/ 55 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

Alexander graduated from University of Calgary

Your vocal coach specialities

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Singing

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Rhythm & Beat

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Improvisation & Composition

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Ear training

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Sight Singing

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Music Performance Techniques

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Music theory

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Music production & recording

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Harmony and Chords

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for kids

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Singing for adults

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for beginners

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.

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Folk Singing

Folk Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Alexander

Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on singing techniques, including deep breathing, diaphragm engagement, vocal warm-ups (lip trills, onset practice), and pitch and tone refinement. They applied these techniques while practicing the song "When I Was Your Man," specifically addressing challenging higher notes and transitions. The Tutor encouraged the Student to continue building on their improved diaphragm connection for practice.

Vocal Resonance & Mouth/Jaw Position

Navigating Vocal Registers and Intervals in Song

Sustained Breath Support & Vocal Connection

Precise Note Onset & Pitch Accuracy

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Lower Back Engagement

Staccato & Legato Vocal Exercises

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Student learned 11 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups and advanced techniques, including lip trills, 'H' exercises, and various scales, with particular attention to breath support and soft palate engagement. They then applied these techniques to practice specific challenging sections of the song "When I Was Your Man," addressing pitch accuracy, falsetto transitions, and sustained airflow. The session concluded with homework recommendations to practice scales daily, focusing on specific note ranges relevant to the song.

Core Vocal Warm-ups & Conditioning

Advanced Breath Support & Body Connection

Vocal Placement

Resonance & Soft Palate

Seamless Register Transitions & Airflow Control

Pitch Accuracy & Tone Consistency in High Range

Song Application & Troubleshooting Vocal Issues

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Student learned 18 days ago

Student and Tutor began the session with foundational breathing exercises, followed by vocal warm-ups focusing on scales and triads to refine pitch, tone, and breath support. They applied these techniques to practice specific lines from a Bruno Mars song, with homework assigned to consolidate consistency in their vocal delivery.

Foundational Breath Control

Diaphragm and Abdominal Engagement

Vocal Placement and Relaxation

Scale and Triad Precision

Connecting Song Phrases with Sustain

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Student learned 25 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on singing techniques, starting with breathing and diaphragm support exercises. They practiced staccato scales and triads to improve pitch accuracy and vocal support, and worked on specific lines from a Bruno Mars song, addressing head voice transitions and tone. The Tutor recommended continuing diaphragm work during the Student's upcoming trip.

Staccato Vocal Exercises

Introduction to Mix Voice & Vocal 'Grit'

Head Voice & Facial Resonance

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Support

Pitch Accuracy & Scale Progression

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor conducted a singing lesson focusing on fundamental vocal techniques, including breathing exercises, lip trills, and scale practice for pitch accuracy. They applied these skills to practice specific sections of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "When I Was Your Man," addressing challenges in pitch, vocal strain, and transitioning to falsetto. The Tutor assigned consistent breath support practice, perfecting specific vocal runs, and recording sessions for self-evaluation.

Diaphragmatic Breath Support

Lip Trills for Vocal Transition and Resonance

Mastering Pitch with Backing Tracks

Reducing Vocal Strain and Achieving Effortless Tone

Connecting Chest Voice to Head Voice/Falsetto

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, including staccato breathing, and practiced various scales and triads to improve pitch, tone, and breath support in the chest voice. They applied these techniques to perform sections of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' and 'When I Was Your Man,' with a new emphasis on introducing and practicing falsetto/head voice transitions. For homework, the Student was assigned to record their performance of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' over a backing track.

Staccato Breathing & Diaphragmatic Support

Vocal Warm-ups: Scales & Triads

Mastering Chest Voice & Tension Release

Introduction to Head Voice (Falsetto)

Bridging Vocal Registers: Chest to Head Voice Transitions

Vocal Practice & Self-Recording for Assessment

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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DAWs

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Vocal tuner apps

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Looping Software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Metronome Apps

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

Interactive voice lessons

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Parent feedback

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Open Q&A

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Pets are welcomed

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Chat for quick help

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Mobile joining

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