Music Theory & Composition Lessons with Creative Songwriting Tips for Authentic Expression

The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups to improve range and register transitions, incorporating vibrato practice. They then focused on vocal performance and technique while practicing the songs 'Burning in the Cold' and 'Half the World Away,' working on pitch, intensity, and phrasing. The Tutor advised the Student to prepare a set list for future practice sessions.

The session centered on learning and practicing a new song, "Same Stars" by Alex Warren, on the guitar. Student and Tutor collaboratively analyzed and corrected chord tabs, developed appropriate strumming patterns for different song sections, and worked on integrating vocal phrasing with the guitar accompaniment. The Tutor advised the Student to practice with the non-simplified tab version to incorporate more complex seventh chords for homework.

Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-ups and advanced singing techniques, including slides, lip rolls, and larynx control. They practiced two songs, "Berlin" and "The Night We Met," concentrating on pitch accuracy, rhythm, emotional delivery, and navigating challenging high notes. The Student was advised to record themselves practicing and to message the Tutor with their next available schedule.

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and exercises to improve high note technique and breath support. The Student then applied these skills by practicing a song with guitar accompaniment, focusing on dynamic variation and effective microphone usage. They also scheduled their next lesson.

Student and Tutor worked on vocal performance for two songs: "Berlin" and "Thread." They focused on breath control techniques for high and loud notes, pitch accuracy during dynamic shifts, and strategic breathing for long, flowing phrases. Due to the Student's temporary sickness, intensive work on "Thread" was postponed, but the Student was encouraged to continue practicing "Berlin."

The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, focusing on vocal warm-ups, agility exercises, and detailed practice of Celine Dion's song "I'm Alive." They discussed vocal projection techniques and effective song learning strategies, including breaking songs into smaller sections. They also made plans for rescheduling future lessons in a different time zone, with the Student encouraged to listen to the song for ambient practice.