JO ROTUNNO
The right blend of vocal technique exercises and a direct song study approach will get your singing where you didn't think it could!!
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JO ROTUNNO
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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JO - Get to know your vocal coach
A 40 years old experienced and passionate singer, singing teacher, session vocalist, top liner and songwriter with over 16 year of expertise in the live music industry. Regularly performs with multiple line ups, from duos to orchestras. Main genres performed and taught are Soul, Pop, Motown, Blues and Jazz but welcome all contemporary genres. A dark mezzo soprano with a 3 octaves vocal range. Hello I'm Jo, an enthusiastic, experienced and passionate singing teacher & live performer, with over 16 years of expertise in the field. Regularly performs with multiple line ups, from duos to orchestras. I teach using contemporary singing methods. My main genres performed and taught are Soul, Pop, Folk, Motown, Blues and Jazz. All age and levels, welcome! Come as you are! When teaching, I love to combine the right blend of vocal technique exercises with a direct -song study approach-. The student will learn how to improve and perfect their pitch, tone, work on lyrics, interpretation and song delivery as well as fine-tune rhythm skills.
JO graduated from Guildhall school of music and drama
Your vocal coach specialities
Scales and Modes
Music Performance Techniques
Rhythm & Beat
Ear training
Singing
Improvisation & Composition
Vocal Training
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for Adults
Singing for Kids
Singing for Beginners
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Advanced
Singing lessons highlights
Guildhall School of Music and Drama Singing Teacher. "The right blend of vocal technique exercises and a direct song study approach will get your singing where you didn't think it could!" I use a mac pro+logic pro daw, rhode microphone, singing scales apps, backingtracks, laptop speakers. My teachings are student focused, that means that they are tailored for every individual student, from beginners or advanced ones. I use a blend of contemporary singing methods that I've studied myself so to give the chance for every voice to grow into the best version of itself! Singing methods I've studied are American's SLS (speech level singing), Accent method, Estill Voicecraft and Breathing Coordination with renowned west end vocal coach London's Lucinda Allen. I love teaching all contemporary music genres, from Soul & JAzz, to Movie songs and Pop. I look forward to start working together!
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Blues Singing
Singing concepts taught by JO
The Tutor guided the Student through vocal exercises focusing on scales, sirening, and breath support, then applied these techniques to singing a song. The Student practiced breath control, pitch accuracy, and lyric integration. The homework is to memorize the song lyrics and continue practicing breath support exercises for improved vocal technique.
Breath Support and Vocal Technique
Vocal Warm-ups: Scales and Sirens
Ear Training Through Listening
Applying Techniques to Song Performance
Importance of Lyric Familiarity
In this session, the Student warmed up with physical exercises and vocal techniques using a straw, then worked on improving vocal range, resonance, and breath support. The Student began learning the song "Going Down" by Freddy King, focusing on melody and applying vocal exercises to improve performance. Homework includes practicing the song up to the guitar solo, with focused practice sessions on lyrics, technique, posture, and breath support.
Straw Phonation: Sirening
Practicing with 'NG' and Trumpet Sounds
Posture and Vocal Resonance
Mix Voice Development
Vocal Resonance and Support
The session focused on preparing the student for an upcoming audition, specifically working on vocal scales and the song 'Maybe'. The student practiced pitch control, breath control, and memorization of lyrics. The tutor provided an instrumental track for practice and scheduled a follow-up lesson.
Vocal Scales and Warm-ups
Pitch Training with 'Z' Sound
Lyric Memorization and Expression
Rhythmic Awareness and Movement
Straw Phonation (SOVT Exercises)
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal warm-up exercises, diaphragmatic breathing techniques, and pitch accuracy using scales. The Student practiced applying these techniques to singing "Oh Happy Day," with an emphasis on breath control and posture. The Tutor assigned practice exercises for breath support and suggested using a straw and cup for vocal exercises at home, also scheduling the next class.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Pitch Matching
Breathing Support
Posture and Alignment
Vocal Sirens
The session involved vocal exercises and applying techniques to a student's original song to improve vocal smoothness and resonance. The Student worked on sirening, lip bubbles, and scales with a focus on breath support and legato. The Student was assigned to practice 'V' sound exercises and apply them to their song, focusing on problem areas and maintaining vocal connection.
Studio Sound Settings
Sirening for Vocal Warm-up
Vocal Vibration and Resonance
Addressing Vocal 'Flips' or Breaks
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Lip Bubbles for Breath Support
The student prepared for an upcoming audition by working on vocal exercises, posture, and song performance. They focused on improving breath control, timing, and phrasing for the audition piece. The Tutor recommended continued practice with the backing track and requested the audition date for focused preparation during the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups with Straws
Sirens for Vocal Flexibility
Posture and Breath Support
Timing and Tempo
Phrasing and Connection
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
Vocal pitch training apps
DAWs
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Looping Software
Vocal tuner apps
Interactive voice lessons
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Record lessons
Open Q&A
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