Monika Dong

Delve into versatile vocal training with Carleton University graduate skilled in various genres.

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Monika Dong

Masters degree

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Each lesson is 55 min

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Monika - Get to know your vocal coach

Hi! I’m Monika Dong, a passionate vocal coach with over five years of teaching experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Music. I’ve guided singers of all ages and backgrounds to find their sound, refine their technique, and express their true musical personality. My expertise covers a wide spectrum of styles — from Blues, Folk, Rock, and Country to Classical, Pop, Jazz, Metal, and Movie music. I also specialize in Ear Training, Harmony, Improvisation, Music Theory, Vocal Technique, and Music Production, helping you connect every technical skill to real musical expression. Whether you’re just starting your vocal journey or aiming to take your artistry to the next level, I’ll design lessons that fit your goals, pace, and style. Together, we’ll strengthen your pitch, expand your range, and develop the confidence to perform with emotion and control.

Meet Monika

Monika graduated from Ontario Tech University

 Monika graduated from Ontario Tech University
 Monika graduated from Ontario Tech University

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music Technology

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Ear training

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Scales and Modes

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Music History

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Sight Singing

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Rhythm & Beat

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Harmony and Chords

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Music production & recording

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Singing

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Vocal Training

Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for beginners

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Singing for advanced

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Singing for kids

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Singing for adults

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Singing for intermediate

Singing lessons highlights

My lessons go far beyond scales and breathing drills. Together, we’ll explore the emotion and soul behind every note — learning how to express your story through music. I specialize in a full spectrum of styles: Pop, R&B, Rock, Jazz, Classical, Blues, Musical Theatre, even Anime and Movie songs. Whether you dream of singing on stage, producing covers online, or simply gaining confidence in your own sound, I’ll guide you every step of the way. Each session is customized for you — your tone, your goals, your rhythm. We’ll work on vocal control, harmony, ear training, phrasing, and improvisation, blending professional vocal techniques with creativity and fun. My approach is modern and supportive: part technical training, part artistic discovery. Most importantly, I want you to feel the music. To hit that high note and realize — that’s really me. Join me for engaging lessons that will awaken your voice and your confidence. Let’s harmonize passion with technique, and turn every song into a story only you can tell. Your voice is already beautiful — I’ll help you make it unforgettable.

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Singing concepts taught by Monika

Student learned about 18 hours ago

The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups and explored the student's vocal range, focusing on low and high registers. They practiced singing a jazz-pop song, with a focus on specific vocal techniques and emotional delivery, and discussed strategies for overcoming technical delays in future sessions.

Vocal Register Exploration

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Jazz Pop Vocal Delivery

Vocal Range Expansion and Technique

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Student learned 4 days ago

The tutor and student focused on foundational singing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, vocal warm-ups like lip trills and humming, and finding the mixed voice. The student practiced applying these techniques to a song excerpt, "Remember Me," and received guidance on vocal trends within the melody. The tutor recommended a practice routine for breathing and vocal warm-ups.

Applying Vocal Techniques to Song

Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breathing)

Vocal Warm-up: Lip Trills

Vocal Warm-up: Hummmm

Finding and Stabilizing Mixed Voice

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Student learned 6 days ago

The tutor introduced the fundamentals of piano playing, including identifying notes on the keyboard and understanding musical notation through clefs and basic intervals. The student practiced identifying notes and attempting to play simple musical phrases with both hands.

Piano Keyboard Layout and Note Naming

Half Steps and Whole Steps (Semitones and Tones)

Understanding Steps and Skips in Melodies

Finger Numbers and Basic Hand Posture

Introduction to Musical Notation: Clefs and Notes

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Student learned 7 days ago

The student and tutor focused on advanced piano music practice, specifically on reading and playing complex musical passages across treble and bass clefs. They worked on identifying notes, coordinating hand movements, and executing challenging musical lines, with the tutor providing guidance and feedback. The tutor will send the student practice materials and a video demonstration for further study.

Treble Clef Note Recognition

Bass Clef Note Recognition

Finger Placement and Hand Position

Playing with Both Hands (Coordination)

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Student learned 8 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed previously learned musical phrases and then focused on learning a new, more complex piece. They practiced identifying notes, understanding dynamic markings (p, pp), and incorporating musical symbols for pedal usage and articulation, culminating in playing sections with both hands.

Accidentals and Enharmonic Equivalents

Musical Notation Symbols

Rhythm and Articulation

Octave Shifts (8va and 8vb)

Dynamic Musical Markings

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Student learned 9 days ago

The tutor and student worked on fundamental vocal warm-up techniques, including breath control exercises and lip trills, to enhance vocal stability and power. They explored the student's vocal range and identified areas for improvement, particularly in the upper register. The student was encouraged to practice the learned vocal exercises consistently and prepare to work on the song "Lemon" by Kenshi Yonezu in the next session.

Vocal Pedagogy: Theory vs. Practice

Mixed Voice and Vocal Range Exploration

Vocal Warm-ups: Lip Trills and Sirens

Breath Control for Singing

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Metronome Apps

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Ear Training Software

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Karaoke & backing track apps

Interactive voice lessons

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Open Q&A

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Record lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Parent feedback

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