Korina Elmes
Experienced RCM graduate vocal lessons. Laugh at your mistakes while you build your skillset in a fun, patient, high energy environment!
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Korina Elmes
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Korina - Get to know your vocal coach
I've been teaching an array of students for 17 years now. I'm high energy, very optimistic, and believe positivity will always teach better than negativity. I prefer to foster an environment where students feel confident in trying new things, and are NEVER afraid to make mistakes! I'm truly passionate about both music and teaching, so I believe I've truly found my calling as a music instructor. RCM training, music therapy, musical theory, composition, ear training, breath control, I do it all! As someone who has studied music for almost the entirety of her life - vocal for 25 years, piano for 23, and musical theory for 19 - I understand the desire to improve, while also having fun. Music is something that should be enjoyed, and if it isn't, something is amiss! The truly beautiful thing about music is the connectivity it offers; it matters not what language you speak, or what faith you keep. All over the world, despite our differences, EVERYONE speaks the language of music!
Korina graduated from RCM
Your vocal coach specialities
Scales and Modes
Rhythm & Beat
Music theory
Singing
Vocal Training
Harmony and Chords
Music Performance Techniques
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing lessons highlights
I'm very strict on breath support. Learning to breath and utilize the diaphragm properly is essential to a long, healthy singing experience, so that is always my main initial focus. The warmups start out quite physical, as when it comes to our voice, our bodies ARE the instrument! We have to make sure they're warmed up! I try to always encourage students to laugh at mistakes. There is NOTHING wrong with making mistakes; they're how we learn! There is NO such thing as a stupid mistake, and there is definitely NO such thing as learning too slow. Everyone learns at their own pace, and I always make sure to maintain patience, for students of ALL ages. Encouragement is key. As the student, it's not YOUR job to understand something; it's MY job to make SURE you understand! I'll explain the same thing a hundred different ways until we find a way that makes sense to you.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by Korina
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing session covering vocal warm-ups, range exercises, and song practice. The Student received focused feedback on vocal projection and specific mouth positions to enhance sound quality on higher notes. Homework was assigned to learn a new song and practice the recently introduced vocal techniques.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers
Facial Posture for Laryngeal Shaping & Tone
Maximizing Vocal Projection Through Open Mouth Technique
Expanding Vocal Range & Pitch Control
Comprehensive Vocal Warm-up Routine
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal exercises to expand the Student's range, achieving a significant breakthrough in falsetto (reaching high C without strain) and demonstrating an impressive low register, resulting in an almost four-octave range. They also practiced the song "My Hero" by Foo Fighters, with the Student showing marked improvement. For homework, the Student will continue practicing "My Hero" and select a new song to specifically utilize and strengthen their falsetto, in preparation for the next session in two weeks.
The Power of Consistent Practice
Strategic Song Selection for Vocal Growth
Developing Self-Correction and Aural Skills
Broadening Low Vocal Range
Expanding High Vocal Range & Falsetto Mastery
Vocal Warm-up Essentials
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, starting with breathing and vocal warm-ups. They practiced vocal scales and sang "Never Had a Friend Like Me" together. The Student then performed solo renditions of "Part of Your World" and "Let It Go," receiving feedback on confidence, pronunciation, and low-note projection. Homework included practicing specific exercises to improve the Student's lower vocal register.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers
Expanding Lower Vocal Register
Building Vocal Confidence and Performance
Targeted Pronunciation Refinement
Harmonizing by Ear
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, beginning with vocal warm-ups and range exercises. The Student practiced the song "My Hero" by Foo Fighters, receiving feedback on pitch, tone, and specific vocal techniques like vocal fry and note precision. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice vocal fry and select a song that challenges their falsetto and higher vocal range.
Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing Techniques
Expanding Vocal Range & Falsetto Strength
Refining Note Precision in Vocal Runs
Introducing and Practicing Vocal Fry & Growl
Strategic Song Selection for Vocal Growth
The Student and Tutor focused on English pronunciation techniques, including specific vowel and consonant sounds and a new method for pronouncing 'R' at the end of words. They then moved into vocal warm-ups and practiced several songs, emphasizing breath control, volume modulation, and the role of physical expression in singing. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice new songs and review the updated pronunciation exercises.
Dynamic Vocal Control: Breath
Volume
and Scooping
Pronunciation Mastery: Vowels and 'R' Sounds
Musical Theater Inflection and Characterization
The Body as an Instrument: Movement and Expression
The Student and Tutor practiced vocal warm-ups and assessed the Student's current vocal range. They discussed the Student's future musical career aspirations, including forming a band or becoming a producer, after a previous band dissolved. As follow-up, the Student was tasked with identifying various musical genres and artists they enjoy to build a diverse repertoire, and the possibility of integrating songwriting into future lessons was introduced.
Structured Vocal Warm-ups & Breathing
Vocal Range Exploration and Elasticity
Navigating Musical Career Shifts
Developing a Diverse Musical Repertoire
Introduction to Songwriting & Production Basics
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Karaoke & backing track apps
Interactive voice lessons
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
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