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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10 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
Harmony & Counterpoint
Singing
Scales and Modes
Music Performance Techniques
Music theory
Melody & Pitch
Vocal Training
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for Advanced
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Kids
Singing for Beginners
Singing for Adults
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
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Singing concepts taught by JO
The tutor provided guidance to the student on vocal performance techniques, focusing on breath support, stage presence, and managing performance anxiety for an upcoming memorial service. They practiced visualization exercises and discussed practical tips for using a microphone and interacting with a pianist during the performance. The session concluded with advice on focused practice and vocal health.
Breath Support & Diaphragmatic Breathing
Performance Visualization & Stage Presence
Vocal Articulation & Phrasing
Stage Logistics & Technical Considerations
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups, breath support techniques, and resonance exercises. They practiced singing scales and songs, focusing on breath control, vocal placement, and identifying the "twang" sound. The session also included troubleshooting audio equipment for better online lesson quality, with homework assigned on breathing exercises and learning a new song.
Diaphragmatic Breathing with High Rib Cage Expansion
Vocal Twang and Placement
Pitch Accuracy and Ear Training
Head Voice and Falsetto Utilization
The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, breath support exercises, and vocal technique for extending vocal range and improving resonance. They practiced specific sounds and scales to develop vocal control, and then applied these techniques to the student's original song, focusing on performance and lyrical delivery. The student was encouraged to consider song structure and vocal embellishments for future development.
Song Structure and Performance Considerations
Vocal Agility and Articulation Exercises
Diaphragmatic Breathing and Breath Support
Vocal Twang and Resonance Placement
The tutor guided the student through exercises focused on breath support, vocal placement, and performance anxiety management. The student practiced specific vocal warm-ups and breathing techniques to enhance their singing performance. Follow-up may involve further lessons to refine these skills.
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Performance Anxiety Management
Breath Support for Singing
Vocal Warm-ups and Larynx Control
The Tutor and Student focused on foundational singing techniques, including vocal warm-ups, siren exercises, and scales to improve vocal connection and pitch. They practiced breath support using the "V" sound and applied these techniques to the song "Take Me to Church," identifying areas for further development in breath management and vocal resonance. A personalized lesson plan was discussed to guide future learning.
Vocal Warm-up: Importance and Techniques
Application: Singing with Emotion and Song Analysis
Vocal Registers and Transitions
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
The tutor and student engaged in a vocal coaching session focusing on warm-up techniques, breath support, and vocal placement. They practiced various exercises and applied them to singing specific songs, with the tutor providing detailed feedback on the student's progress and offering methods for improvement.
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers
Vocal Registers and Mix
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Vocal Warm-up: Sirening
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Ear Training Software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
DAWs
Metronome Apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
Mobile joining
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