Orlando Shelly
Experience personalized vocal coaching for expressive musicality and confidence in singing.
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Orlando Shelly
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Orlando - Get to know your vocal coach
My name is Orlando Shelly! I have performed from coast-to-coast in several musicals and concerts, including "Into the Woods", "Rent", "The Producers", "American Idiot", the world premiere of "Diamond Lil", and "A Man of No Importance". With over 5 years of teaching voice and a Bachelors Degree in Music, I would love to be your singing tutor for personalized lessons. I specialize in a wide range of subjects, including Broadway, Folk, Classical, Rock, Jazz, Pop, and more. My specialties cover everything from Music Theory to Vocal Training and even to Acting. Whether you are a Beginner or an Intermediate Singer; a Kid or an Adult, I tailor lessons to suit your level and learning style. With a focus on ear Training, Harmony, Melody, and more, I ensure a Holistic Learning Experience. Let's hit those high notes together and unlock your full singing potential!
Orlando graduated from Louisiana Tech University
Singing lessons highlights
My personalized tutoring approach focuses on confidence building, engagement, musicality, expression, and relaxation to create a voice and acting style that is unique to the individual. I specialize in teaching a variety of singing genres, including Broadway, Movie, Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, Blues, Classical, and Folk singing. To enhance online learning, I use a range of tech tools, like video conferencing platforms, audio recording software, virtual sheet music libraries, virtual accompanist music libraries, and interactive whiteboards. I follow a structured curriculum tailored to each student's needs, ensuring over 100 students, from beginners to intermediate levels and across all age groups, receive comprehensive and interactive singing lessons that nurture their talent and boost their skills effectively.
Your vocal coach specialities
Singing
Music History
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
Vocal Training
Harmony and Chords
Music theory
Singing concepts taught by Orlando
The class covered vocal exercises for diaphragm control and smooth vocal transitions. The Student practiced applying these techniques to the song "Landslide," focusing on speech-singing to connect with the lyrics emotionally. The Student was encouraged to explore happy karaoke songs and incorporate personal feelings into performances, and the Tutor agreed to send mind self-control exercises.
Diaphragmatic Breathing and Vocal Control
Vocal Cord Transition and Smoothness
Speech-Singing and Emotional Connection
Vocal Warm-ups and Cool-downs
The Student and Tutor reviewed vocal warm-up techniques, breath control, and resonance, then applied these skills to the song "Photograph" by Ed Sheeran. The Student practiced jaw relaxation, vowel formation, and finding the correct pocket for resonance. The Student was assigned to practice "Photograph" focusing on not changing mouth position or vowel during singing and to engage in “stank face”, a facial expression that isolates the correct pocket of resonance.
Vocal Warm-up Focus
Speak-Singing and Natural Vibrancy
Utilizing the 'Pocket' for Resonance
Body Awareness and Tension Release
Soft Palate Elevation
Jaw Relaxation and Vowel Formation
Breath Control: Constriction vs. Tension
The session focused on vocal technique, including warm-up exercises, diaphragm support, and exploring head voice/falsetto. The Student practiced proper mouth and jaw positioning to avoid tension, and worked on engaging their abs for vocal support. The Tutor assigned Riptide and Sucker (Jonas Brothers) for exploration of techniques, particularly falsetto.
Vocal Warm-ups: 'Mee Mah Mo Moo'
Diaphragmatic Breathing and Support
Vowel Shaping and Mouth Space
Falsetto/Head Voice Transition
Vocal Cord Mechanics and Vowel Narrowing
Distinguishing Support from Tension
Mim Mamoo Warm-up
Extending Vocal Range: Siren Call
Falsetto/Head Voice Development
Speech-like Singing for Low Notes
Jaw Relaxation Techniques
Tongue and Jaw Separation: 'Ya Ya Ya' Exercise
The Tutor guided the Student through vocal exercises focused on resonance, head voice transitions, and applying speech-like qualities to singing. The Student practiced warm-ups, worked on a Neil Young song, and explored techniques for singing low notes with better relaxation. The Student was encouraged to practice singing while doing everyday activities.
Utilizing the Nasal Cavity for Low Notes
Addressing Mental Blocks and Physical Tension
Speaking Voice in Singing: Authenticity and Emotion
Power from the Bottom and Vocal Support
Head Voice Flip and Tongue Placement
Vocal Buzz and 'M' Sounds
Vowel Modification for High Notes
The session focused on vocal techniques, including expanding vocal range using falsetto, head voice, and diaphragmatic breathing. The Student practiced exercises to differentiate vocal registers and improve breath control. The Tutor assigned practice exercises focusing on tongue and mouth positions.
Falsetto vs. Head Voice
Register Shifting
Vocal Tract Narrowing
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Jaw and Tongue Position
Approaching High Notes
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Vocal tuner apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
DAWs
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Weekend lessons
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
