Jessica Soltero

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Jessica Soltero

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

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 adults

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Music for kids

Types of music lessons

Sight-Reading

Sight-Reading

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Music concepts taught by Jessica

Student learned 10 days ago

The tutor provided an introductory singing lesson focusing on breath control and vocal registers. The student practiced various warm-up exercises designed to improve vocal technique and explored the concepts of chest, head, and mixed voice, with plans to incorporate song work in future sessions.

Musical Theatre as a Diverse Genre

Vocal Breathing and Diaphragm Mechanics

Vocal Registers Explained

Importance of Relaxation in Singing

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Student learned 10 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal exercises to improve tongue relaxation, breath support, and vocal resonance. They practiced specific song sections, focusing on diction, vowel modification, and navigating vocal breaks to develop the mixed voice. Future sessions will continue this work with a trial-and-error approach.

Tongue Relaxation and Extension

Vowel Modification and Diction

Vocal Breaks and Register Shifts (Passaggio)

Breath Management and Resonant Placement

Vowel Modification for Specific Sounds

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Student learned 12 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups and techniques, focusing on breath support, resonance, and vocal agility. They then applied these techniques to practicing the song "How Far I'll Go," with a follow-up plan to send sheet music and encourage note-taking.

Avoiding Vocal Strain and Glottal Stops

Song Application: 'How Far I'll Go'

Vowel Modification and Resonance

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

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Student learned 12 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed vocal warm-ups and song performance, focusing on breath control, vowel shaping, and dialect for a play. They practiced specific song sections and discussed pronunciation for a British accent, with plans to continue this focus in future sessions.

Vocal Resonance and Placement

Vocal Articulation and Diction

Breath Support and Control

Vocal Sirens and Glides

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Student learned 16 days ago

The tutor introduced foundational vocal warm-up techniques, including humming and identifying melodic patterns using 'up the stairs' and 'down the stairs' analogies. The student practiced solfège syllables and demonstrated significant vocal ability when singing familiar songs, indicating potential for further development.

The Art of Singing: Beyond Humming

Vocal Range Exploration and Confidence Building

Pitch and Melody: The Do-Re-Mi Scale

Vocal Warm-ups & Preparation

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Student learned 16 days ago

The tutor and student worked on various vocal exercises, including humming, scales, and specific techniques like 'Zing' and 'Creaking Door', to improve resonance, placement, and vocal agility. They then applied these techniques to practicing lyrics from a song, focusing on pronunciation, dynamics, and vocal twang. The session concluded with a brief review of the song's lyrical content and a discussion about ad-libs.

Vocal Placement & Nasality

Consonant Articulation for Clarity

Vocal Twang and Laryngeal Manipulation

The "Creaking Door" for Mixed Voice

The "Zing" Exercise for Resonance

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Ear Training Software

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Vocal Technique Apps

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