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
Your vocal coach specialities
Sight Singing
Vocal Training
Ear training
Rhythm & Beat
Harmony & Counterpoint
Improvisation & Composition
Scales and Modes
Music production & recording
Music theory
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
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
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
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15 days Refund
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Singing concepts taught by Alexander
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support, resonance, and pitch control through various singing exercises. They practiced scales, triads, and song passages, with the tutor providing guidance on improving vocal production and consistency. The student was encouraged to reinforce learned techniques during their own practice.
Vocal Support and Breath Control
Resonance and Placement
Pitch Accuracy and Vocal Control
Dealing with Physical Limitations (Congestion)
The student and tutor reviewed guitar improvisation techniques, including blues licks and scale patterns, and explored music theory concepts like the Dorian mode. They practiced applying these concepts over backing tracks and worked on scale pattern exercises, with plans to continue integrating these elements into future practice.
Guitar Scale Patterns and Transitions
The Dorian Mode and its Application
Blues Scale Intervals and Major Thirds
Scale Practice Techniques
The student and tutor reviewed vocal resonance, scale practice on the piano, and breath support techniques, addressing the student's tendency to tense the upper core and the impact of allergies on vocal quality. They practiced "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," focusing on pitch, support, and resonance, with the tutor providing guidance on technique and managing physical limitations.
Vocal Resonance and Airflow
Vocal Support and Grounding
Pitch Accuracy and Triads
Impact of Allergies on Singing
The student and tutor worked on various guitar techniques, including arpeggios and scale patterns. They then explored major blues scale additions to minor blues patterns and practiced improvising over a blues progression. The session concluded with an introduction to Dorian mode, its theoretical underpinnings, and harmonic applications, with plans to reinforce scale patterns in future lessons.
Guitar Arpeggio Patterns
Major and Minor Blues Scales
Dorian Mode and Harmony
Note Naming and Octave Relationships
The class focused on advanced vocal techniques, including staccato and legato scale exercises to improve pitch and breath control. The student practiced specific challenging phrases from "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," with the tutor providing detailed feedback on pitch, tone, and emotional delivery. Future practice will involve consistent scale work with piano accompaniment and targeted song sections.
Vocal Warm-up: Breath Control and Airflow
Vocal Technique: Staccato and Legato Scales
Vocal Resonance and Placement
Song Interpretation: Emotionality and Support
Vocal Registers: Chest Voice and Head Voice Transition
Pitch Accuracy and Relative Tuning
Vocal Tension Release Techniques
Breath Support and Abdominal Engagement
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Vocal pitch training apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Ear Training Software
Vocal tuner apps
Metronome Apps
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
DAWs
Interactive voice lessons
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Note taking
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.