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

The student and tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, practicing vowel sounds and exercises like the "neigh" sound for vocal cord closure. They then extensively worked on the song "Harper Valley PTA," focusing on dramatic reading, pronunciation, breath control, and combining singing with spoken delivery to convey the song's message effectively.

Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups, focusing on humming, vowel articulation, and breath control techniques. They then practiced singing "My Heart Will Go On," emphasizing emotional delivery and managing vocal intensity. The Tutor suggested independent practice and scheduled the next session for the following week.

The Student and Tutor focused on guitar fundamentals, including tuning, essential chord shapes (B7, A minor, G, E major), and understanding the musical alphabet on the fretboard. They practiced playing single-note scales and specific strumming patterns, including one with a percussive chop. The session culminated in practicing chord progressions with dynamic variations and smooth transitions.

Student and Tutor continued their guitar lesson, focusing on practicing a song's main theme, refining hand coordination, timing, and transitions. They discussed efficient practice strategies, including pick selection, maintaining consistent tempo, and playing through mistakes. The Student was assigned to record practice sessions to self-assess and balance attention across different sections of the song.

Student and Tutor discussed the Student's goals in singing and piano, focusing on pitch accuracy and vocal confidence. They covered foundational singing techniques including solfège, breathing, larynx control, and mouth shaping for tone, alongside basic music theory like major and chromatic scales. The session included practical warm-ups, sight-singing exercises, and a discussion of a potential future lesson plan covering vocal development and performance.

The Student and Tutor worked on learning the song "Tired" by Alan Walker on the guitar. They practiced the chord progression (G, C, D), refined strumming patterns for verses and choruses, and focused on precise timing for chord changes while playing along with a slowed-down version of the track. The Student was advised to continue practicing the song, focusing on the chorus, and gradually increase its speed.