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
Rhythm & Beat
Scales and Modes
Singing
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
Vocal Training
Music Performance Techniques
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
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
Vocal Range Expansion
Vocal Cracks and Changes
Vocal Muscle Stamina and Endurance
Pitch Accuracy and Melodic Interpretation
The student and tutor discussed an upcoming acting audition and focused on warm-up exercises to prepare. The student also presented a technical project, a website for actors called 'ActingMate', which they encountered issues accessing during the session. The technical challenge with the website was noted as a point to revisit next week.
Vocal and Physical Warm-ups for Performance
Animal Behavior and Vet Visits
Website Development Workflow
Introduction to GitHub and Web Deployment
Acting and Character Embodiment
Songwriting: Exploring Musical Keys
Pronunciation: Elements of the Periodic Table Song
Vocal Performance: Stage Presence and Dynamics
Vocal Technique: Chin Tilt for Pitch Control
The Student and Tutor practiced vocal warm-ups, including pronunciation drills for a science song and various vocal exercises where the Student hit a new low note. They also worked on singing "A Million Dreams" in karaoke, with memorization assigned as homework. Future plans include exploring a new opera song and collaboratively composing music for a personal poem.
Dynamic Song Performance & Repertoire Building
Collaborative Songwriting & Personal Expression
Vocal Health and Hydration for Singers
Mastering Complex Pronunciation for Lyrics
Vocal Warm-up Essentials
The Student and Tutor conducted vocal warm-ups, adapting to the Student's vocal changes by focusing on the lower register and exploring specific vocal techniques. They practiced a Frank Sinatra song, and the Tutor assigned listening homework for a new song to expand the Student's repertoire, discussing future plans to incorporate classical and French pieces.
Adapting to Vocal Changes & Preventing Strain
Chin-Up Technique for Enhanced Tone
Developing the Lower Register (Baritone/Handsome Tone)
Maintaining Pitch Despite Vocal Challenges
Strategic Song Selection for Vocal Development
Foundations of Foreign Language Singing
The Student and Tutor re-engaged in a vocal lesson, beginning with warm-ups including stretches, breathing exercises, and lip buzzes. They practiced singing 'A Million Dreams' and 'Count on Me,' with the Tutor providing feedback on strengthening the Student's lower vocal register. Homework was assigned to work on the 'Baabba' exercise, and a new rap song, 'The Table of the Elements,' was introduced for future repertoire development.
Vocal Warm-up Routine & Breathing Foundations
Mastering the Lip Buzz Technique
Expanding the Lower Vocal Register
The "Baabba" Vocal Exercise
Developing a Diverse Vocal Repertoire
Mastering Rapid Diction with the "Table of the Elements" Rap
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
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Pets are welcomed
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Weekend lessons
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