Jessica Soltero

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Jessica Soltero

Bachelors degree

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Jessica graduated from University of Puget Sound

Jessica graduated from University of Puget Sound
Jessica graduated from University of Puget Sound

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Learner types for music lessons

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Music for kids

Types of music lessons

Sight-Reading

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Music concepts taught by Jessica

Student learned 21 days ago

The Tutor and Student worked on various vocal warm-ups, including hums, slides, and vowel exercises, alongside practicing an eight-note scale. They then focused on the song 'I Speak Six Languages,' breaking down challenging rhythmic sections and reviewing new verses. The Student's homework is to listen to the song regularly to aid memorization and understanding.

Song Rhythmic Accuracy and Phrasing

Strategic Song Immersion (Homework)

Developing Head Voice

Mastering the Eight-Note Scale

Breath Control and Abdominal Support

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

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Student learned 20 days ago

The session focused on vocal warm-ups, including straw exercises and core engagement, and practicing the song "You Say." The Student received feedback on vocal stability, jaw relaxation, opening up vowels, and maintaining neck stability. They also discussed scheduling adjustments and continued practice with vocal exercises and a new song track for Moana.

Resonance Placement & Range Transition

Vibrato Control & Stylistic Application

Maximizing Vowel Space & Jaw Relaxation

Core Engagement & Breath Management

Neck Stability & Tension Release

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, including straw exercises and vowel patterns, focusing on vocal massage, chest voice, and nasal resonance. They then applied these techniques to the song "How Far I'll Go," addressing vocal placement, vibrato, breathing, and phrasing. The Tutor suggested finding a different instrumental track for practice due to clarity issues with the current one.

Straw Vocalization (SOVT)

Vocal Resonance & Placement

Effective Breathing Techniques

Developing Vibrato

Articulation & Phrasing

Optimizing Performance with Backing Tracks

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The session focused on enhancing the Student's singing technique, particularly pitch accuracy and vocal control. The Tutor guided the Student through various vocal exercises, including lip trills, solfège, and breathing drills, and provided feedback during a song performance. The Student was assigned warm-up videos and resources on pitch accuracy for continued practice.

Vocal Articulation: Pulsed vs. Legato Singing

Understanding Octaves in Music Theory

Vocal Health & Jaw Tension Management

Falsetto Control & Range Extension

Vocal Resonance & Chest Voice Connection

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singers

Pitch Matching & Solfege

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Tutor and Student conducted a shortened session focused entirely on vocal warm-ups due to the Student's scheduling constraints. They practiced various vocal exercises, including lip trills, "mingle mingle" scales, "I love to sing" phrases, and "we we" patterns, along with vocal sirens. The Student will contact the Tutor to reschedule future sessions once their schedule becomes less busy.

Lip Trills: Building Vocal Momentum

'NG' Resonance: Mingo Exercise

Vowel Modification & Jaw Relaxation

Vocal Agility: The 'We' Exercise

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Student learned about 2 months ago

The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups focusing on clarity, vowel connection, and resonance. They then extensively practiced sections of the song "I Speak Six Languages," specifically addressing challenging low notes and transitions. The Student was advised to listen to the song's official track to internalize the correct pitch for these difficult phrases for future practice.

Vowel & Consonant Connection for Smooth Phrases

Vocal Cord Engagement & 'Tall' Vowels

Vowel Differentiation and Quick Switching

Nasal Resonance for Mixed Voice Warm-ups

Pitch Accuracy in Song Interpretation

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Teaching tools used in music classes

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Vocal Range App

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Metronome spps

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Vocal Technique Apps

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Ear Training Software

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