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
Sight Singing
Melody & Pitch
Vocal Training
Music theory
Music Performance Techniques
Ear training
Scales and Modes
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
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 focused on vocal exercises and stress reduction techniques to support the student during a period of intense exams. They practiced vocal scales and a song, with the tutor offering advice on vocal technique and providing resources for continued practice and study support, including classical music for cognitive enhancement.
Mindful Warm-ups for Stress Reduction
Vocal Support and Register Transition
The Mozart Effect: Music for Study
The 'Do-Re-Mi' Major Scale
The tutor and student focused on vocal exercises and pronunciation, particularly the 'R' sound, in preparation for singing specific songs. They worked on exercises to improve vocal range and articulation, with a plan to tackle a new song focusing on multiple vocal registers in the next session.
Vocal Registers: Chest
Head
and Falsetto
Pronunciation: The 'R' Sound
Vocal Warm-ups and Flexibility
The student and tutor discussed recent acting achievements and current filming experiences, where the student learned new practical skills. They then transitioned to vocal coaching, focusing on preparing for a singing audition by practicing a specific song, memorizing lyrics, and refining performance techniques for a voice-over role.
Voice Acting Techniques
Vocal Warm-ups and Acapella Singing
Performance Memorization and Delivery
Film Production Learnings
The tutor and student worked on vocal techniques, focusing on warming up the voice, expanding vocal range, and practicing pitch accuracy with a specific song. The lesson included exercises to improve falsetto and address issues with vocal pitch conditioning, with plans to continue this focus in future sessions.
Falsetto Range Development
Breaking Subconscious Vocal Conditioning
Song Analysis and Application
Vocal Warm-ups and Posture
The tutor and student worked on improving 'R' pronunciation through targeted speech exercises and tongue twisters. They also engaged in vocal warm-ups, breath support exercises, and practiced singing songs like "Part of Your World" and "Into the Unknown," focusing on vocal range, pitch, and performance. Homework will involve continued practice on performative singing aspects.
R Sound Pronunciation
Vocal Warm-ups and Breath Support
Vocal Range and Pitch Exploration
Performance Artistry: Acting and Stage Presence
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on expanding the student's vocal range, particularly in the lower register. They practiced exercises and a complex song to improve pitch accuracy and explored head positioning to optimize vocal production. The student was assigned homework to practice extending their range using specific techniques.
Vocal Range Expansion Techniques
Song Analysis and Performance Challenges
Vocal Health and Comfort
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
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