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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Singing lessons - JO ROTUNNO
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
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
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!
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Music theory
Ear training
Singing
Harmony & Counterpoint
Scales and Modes
Vocal Training
Singing concept taught by JO
The Student focused on exercises to improve breath support and vocal stamina. The tutor introduced lip trills, sirening and straw exercises. The student started learning "Hard Knock Life" from Annie, focusing on understanding the rhythm. The student was assigned to listen to the song to learn the melody and lyrics.
Lip Trills and Sirens for Vocal Warm-up
Straw Exercises for Vocal Technique
Rhythm and Tempo
Singing with a Track and Addressing Latency
Breath Support for Singing
The student received vocal training focused on improving breath support and vocal connection. They used sirening, scales, and the Lax Vox technique to warm up and address vocal disconnections. The student practiced these techniques while working on the song 'Wave of Mutilation', and was assigned to practice the techniques daily, focusing on maintaining a connected vocal sound when transitioning from the straw exercise to singing the song with lyrics.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Disconnection and Straw Exercises
Finding Your Optimal Key
Applying Vocal Technique to Song
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal exercises, breath support, and reducing breathiness while singing. The Student practiced neck stretches, jaw release exercises, and scales, incorporating proper breathing techniques. The session culminated in applying these techniques to a specific song, addressing issues with breathiness and low notes.
Neck and Jaw Stretches
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Sirens with 'Sing'
Legato and Breath Connection
Addressing Breathy Tone with 'V' and 'Sing'
Twang Technique for Resonance and Lower Range
Reverse Psychology for Vocal Range Extension
The session focused on vocal technique, applying warm-up exercises and breathing techniques to a pop song. The student practiced scales, posture, and resonance exercises, then applied these concepts to singing a challenging phrase from 'Take Me Home.' The follow-up includes practicing the song with a focus on specific vocal exercises and melody memorization.
Utilizing Fricatives (Z and V) for Vocal Placement
Posture and Body Awareness
Importance of Learning Melody and Lyrics Separately
Understanding Head Voice
Chest Voice
and Mix
Vocal Warm-Ups and Stretches
Diaphragmatic Breathing
The class focused on vocal warm-up techniques, breath control, and learning the beginning of the song "Siren Sounds." The student practiced scales, breathing exercises, and phrasing. The student was assigned to practice the 'Z' and lyrics exercise from the beginning of the song and to bring water with a straw to the next session.
Vocal Warm-ups: Stretching and Breathing
Scales and Pitching
Breathing Support and Control
Song Learning Techniques
Vocal Placement and Tone
Musical Structure: Verse and Chorus
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Blues Singing
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
DAWs
Vocal pitch training apps
Looping Software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Ear Training Software
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for Advanced
Singing for Intermediate
Singing for Beginners
Singing for Adults
Singing for Kids
Interactive voice lessons
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
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