Ian Banno
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Ian Banno
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Ian - Get to know your vocal coach
Hello! My name is Ian Banno, a Berklee College of Music alum with 10 years professional experience performing music, the last five of which have come performing internationally at venues like the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada; the Siauliai Jazz Festival in Lithuania; and at the Guadeloupe Jazz Festival in the French Caribbean. As a trained classical vocalist, my primary goals are to establish a strong foundation with each student in regards to diction; pitch accuracy; sight singing; and crucially, developing a mastery of ear training. I have experience performing and teaching a broad range of styles, from indigenous Afro Caribbean and West African folkloric music to modern American pop standards and beyond. My favorite part about teaching music is delving into the extensive history and oral traditions that allow for us to understand art from various different cultures globally. I'm super excited to get to work with you!
Ian graduated from Berklee College of Music
Your vocal coach specialities
Sight Singing
Scales and Modes
Rhythm & Beat
Music theory
Music History
Ear training
Singing
Vocal Training
Music Performance Techniques
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing lessons highlights
In my personalized teaching approach, I specialize in classical singing lessons, focusing on pitch accuracy, tone production, diction, rhythmic accuracy, and crucially - ear training. My main goal is that by the time we are finished with our sessions, each and every student will have ears skilled well beyond their wildest dreams. I choose to do this by creating an environment of patience while always challenging my students to get to the next step in the process of learning and loving music. I specifically choose to follow a set curriculum taught to me at the Berklee College of Music for all beginner to intermediate level singers which will drastically improve rhythmic and tonal accuracy. My methodology strengths lie in creating a supportive environment in order to nurture musical growth to its highest potential, while simultaneously pushing all students to strive toward constant improvement.
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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Singing concepts taught by Ian
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal techniques, including arpeggios and breath control, and applied these to practicing the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." They focused on hitting correct notes, smooth transitions between vocal registers, and implementing diaphragmatic breathing exercises for improved breath support. The Student was assigned to practice the first half of the song and diaphragmatic breathing exercises.
Vocal Arpeggios and Scales
Vocal Registers: Chest and Head Voice
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Technique: Avoiding Slides and Inflections
Vocal Warm-ups and Range Expansion
Song Preparation for Recording
Vocal Dynamics and Expressive Performance
Creative Adaptation and Repertoire Building
The student and tutor focused on vocal technique, song composition for a children's series, and exercises to improve vocal range and control. They practiced singing original and adapted songs, working on breath support, tension release, and smooth transitions between vocal registers. The next session will involve continuing to refine these songs and vocal techniques.
Breath Support and Control
Vocal Dynamics and Expression
Musical Phrasing and Rhythm
Vowel and Consonant Shapes in Singing
Vocal Registers and Transition
The student and tutor worked extensively on vocal technique, focusing on expanding vocal range, improving enunciation, and developing mixed voice through exercises and song practice. They discussed strategies for breath support, posture, and vowel articulation, with a plan to continue working on these areas in future sessions.
Vibrato Control and Application
Posture and Breath Support for Singing
Vocal Range Expansion and Comfort
Vowel Shapes and Diction in Singing
Vocal Registers: Chest
Head
and Mixed Voice
The session focused on vocal exercises, warm-ups, and practicing two songs, emphasizing pitch accuracy, breath control, and vocal projection. The student worked on differentiating between chest and head voice and applying them appropriately within the songs. The tutor assigned arpeggio practice as homework and introduced the song 'The Ants Go Marching' for future practice.
Lip Drills and Warm-ups
Mindset and Performance
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Vocal Projection
Arpeggios for Singers
Learning Songs
The session focused on vocal techniques for singing children's songs, including breath control, voice placement (chest vs. head), and vowel/consonant articulation. The Student practiced singing "Hop Little Bunnies" and received feedback on areas for improvement. The Student was assigned to practice "The Ants Go Marching" and the Tutor offered assistance with finding a recording studio and engineer for upcoming recording sessions.
The Importance of Individual Voice
Vocal Engagement and Connection with Audience
Addressing Vocal Technique
Vocal Health and Its Impact
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing
Resonance and Tone
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Metronome Apps
DAWs
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Chat for quick help
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