Monika Dong
Delve into versatile vocal training with Carleton University graduate skilled in various genres.
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Monika Dong
Masters degree
/ 55 min
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
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Technology
Harmony and Chords
Rhythm & Beat
Music theory
Melody & Pitch
Ear training
Harmony & Counterpoint
Scales and Modes
Singing
Vocal Training
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Learnings
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Zero Risk Guaranteed
15-days refund
Free tutor swap
No cancel fee
1-yr validity
24/7 support
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
Singing for beginners
Singing for advanced
Singing for adults
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
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Singing concepts taught by Monika
The student and tutor reviewed fundamental vocal warm-up techniques, including diaphragmatic bracing and specific exercises like lip trills and finding the mixed voice. They practiced these techniques and discussed how to apply them to songs, with plans to focus on student-selected melodies in future sessions.
Mixed Voice
Lip Trills
Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Brace)
The Tutor and Student reviewed fundamental piano chords, specifically three-note triads. They practiced identifying and playing major and minor triads by counting semitones and applying interval rules, with a focus on reinforcing these chords within musical pieces for the student's practice.
Triads: The Building Blocks of Chords
Major vs. Minor Triads: The Sound of Emotion
Augmented and Diminished Chords: Exploring Dissonance
Piano Chord Voicings: Right and Left Hand Roles
The Tutor and Student reviewed vocal warm-ups focused on mixed voice and applied these techniques to a song, working on verses one and two. They also explored a new song, assessing its suitability for the student's range and mixed voice capabilities. The student was tasked with sending the name and karaoke version of a song they want to work on in the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups: Breathing Exercises
Vocal Scales and Patterns
Mixed Voice Technique
Applying Mixed Voice to Song Performance
Pitches
The Student and Tutor reviewed and practiced playing musical notation on the piano, focusing on treble and bass clefs, accidentals, rests, and repeat structures. They worked through multiple lines of music, with the Tutor providing guidance on practice techniques and follow-up materials.
Musical Notation: Sharps
Naturals
and Flats
Rests in Music
Music Measure Structure and Repeats
The student participated in a singing demo class focusing on fundamental vocal techniques. The session covered diaphragmatic breathing, various vocal warm-ups including lip trills and mixed voice exercises, and applied these to a specific melody. The tutor recommended continued practice of the warm-ups and song to build vocal stability and power.
Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breathing)
Basic Vocal Warm-ups
Applying Techniques to Melody: 'City of Stars'
Finding and Stabilizing Mixed Voice
The student and tutor extensively practiced piano scales and fingerings, focusing on coordinating both hands across treble and bass clefs. They worked through various sections of sheet music, identifying notes and improving technique through repetition and guided practice. The student was advised to continue practicing these exercises to master the material.
Musical Notation: Clefs and Notes
Finger Dexterity and Hand Coordination
Reading Sheet Music: Intervals and Spaces
Musical Scales and Arpeggios
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Vocal pitch training apps
Metronome Apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Looping Software
Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps
Vocal tuner apps
Interactive voice lessons
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
Vocal coaches on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.