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
Singing
Vocal Training
Music theory
Harmony and Chords
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
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 singing warm-ups, discussed vocal changes due to puberty, and conducted extensive ear training exercises on major/minor intervals and octaves/fifths. The Tutor also addressed the Student's performance anxiety and offered to introduce basic guitar concepts in a future session. For homework, the Student was asked to prepare two songs for the next lesson: one easy and one more challenging.
Adolescent Voice Changes (Puberty)
Vocal Health & Preventing Strain with a Cold
Introduction to Guitar: Leveraging Existing Keyboard Skills
Ear Training: Major vs. Minor Intervals
Ear Training: Octave vs. Perfect Fifth
Overcoming Performance Anxiety and Fear of Judgment
The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups tailored to accommodate a sore throat, practiced ear training by identifying octaves and other intervals, and performed a song to assess current vocal capabilities. The session included a strategic discussion about selecting new songs to advance the Student's vocal skills and introduced the foundational concepts of songwriting, with homework assigned to develop lyrical ideas.
Vocal Range and Health Adaptation
Octave Interval Ear Training
Introduction to Musical Intervals
Strategic Song Repertoire Building
Songwriting: Bridging Lyrics and Melody
Practical Vocal Health: Saltwater Remedy
The Student and Tutor practiced singing warm-ups and performed several songs. They also focused on pronunciation exercises, specifically working on challenging scientific terms from song lyrics. The Student received homework to practice the pronunciation of two specific words for the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Emotional Expression in Song Performance
Advanced Pronunciation for Lyrics
Processing Grief and Loss through Discussion
Resilience Amidst Technical Challenges
Acknowledging Personal Merit and Talent
The Student and Tutor conducted a singing lesson that focused on vocal warm-ups and song practice, including "Count on Me" and a brief attempt at "Beautiful Things." Due to the Student's scratchy throat, the Tutor emphasized vocal health by selecting easier songs and adjusting exercises. The session was cut short due to persistent internet issues, with a plan to troubleshoot for future lessons.
Vocal Health and Injury Prevention
Adaptive Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Strategic Song Choice for Vocal Preservation
Introduction to Basic Ear Training
The "Table of the Elements" Song as a Learning Aid
Student and Tutor began with vocal warm-ups and breathing exercises, followed by singing practice of several songs, including challenging pieces from 'Wicked.' They concluded the session by collaboratively revising the Student's original song lyrics, focusing on structural elements and lyrical adjustments. The next session is tentatively scheduled for next week.
Holistic Student Well-being & Lesson Adaptation
Creative Expression as a Coping Mechanism
Fundamental Vocal Preparation: Breathing & Warm-ups
Applied Vocal Techniques: Head Voice & Octave Jumps
Songwriting: Structure & Lyrical Craft
The Student and Tutor focused on music theory, practicing ear training to distinguish between major and minor keys, and identifying higher and lower pitches. They also conducted vocal warm-ups and attempted a song, despite the Student having a sore throat. Discussions covered the Student's college plans for music technology, with the Tutor offering support and recommending exploring external music theory resources.
Technical Distinction: Major vs. Minor Triads
Major vs. Minor Scales: Foundational Concepts
Introduction to Minor Scale Variations
The Power of Confidence in Musical Skill Development
Ear Training for Major & Minor Chord Identification
Relative Pitch Recognition: Higher vs. Lower Notes
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