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
Music theory
Rhythm & Beat
Melody & Pitch
Harmony and Chords
Ear training
Sight Singing
Scales and Modes
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
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
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15 days Refund
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Singing concepts taught by Korina
The student and tutor focused on improving vocal technique and acting for a specific song. They worked on breath control, pitch accuracy, and incorporating natural stage movements and expressions to enhance the performance, with plans to finalize choreography in subsequent sessions.
Stage Presence and Choreography
Articulation and Breath Support
Vocal Freedom and Body Movement
Vocal Register Expansion
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique for "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," focusing on pitch accuracy, breathing, and performance dynamics. They identified a suitable backing track and practiced singing the song, with the tutor providing detailed feedback on pronunciation and vocal nuances. Homework includes confirming the correct backing track key and practicing the song with the provided notes.
Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing
Vocal Pitch and Tone
Vocal Technique: Scooping and Articulation
Performance Dynamics: Crescendo and Decrescendo
The student and tutor reviewed the student's recent personal milestones and discussed breathwork techniques, achieving a new personal best in breath-holding duration. They then engaged in singing practice, working on specific songs for audition preparation and assigning new vocal exercises as homework.
Breath Control and Breath Holding Techniques
Vocal Warm-ups and Singing Techniques
Song Selection and Performance Practice
Digital Etiquette and Online Privacy
The tutor and student worked on improving the student's pronunciation of the 'R' sound through various vocal exercises, tongue twisters, and physical warm-ups. They reviewed previously mastered sounds like 'W' and 'L' and discussed strategies for continued practice, including recording oneself and focusing on specific phrases and singing. Follow-up will involve the tutor sending practice phrases and potentially a video to help the student further refine her 'R' pronunciation.
The 'R' Sound Articulation
Self-Recording for Progress
The Impact of Dental Changes on Speech
Vocal Warm-ups and Articulation Exercises
The tutor and student focused on vocal technique and ear training, specifically for the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." They practiced diaphragm engagement, octave recognition, and performance anxiety management. Future lessons will concentrate on refining pitch and building confidence for the student's upcoming performance.
Stage Fright: Understanding and Managing
Vocal Cord Health and Protection
The Diaphragm in Singing
Perfect Octaves in Music
The student and tutor focused on adapting vocal exercises and song choices due to the student feeling unwell. They practiced gentle breathing techniques, modified warm-ups, and selected a manageable song, "Count on Me," to sing, with a plan to work on it further and explore diverse genres in future sessions.
Vocal Health & Adaptation
Adaptable Lesson Structure
Managing Technical Disruptions
Vocal Genre Exploration Strategy
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
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