Ruth McKibbin

Push yourself to full potential: Empowering singing lessons focusing on confidence building & musicality!

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Ruth McKibbin

Diploma degree

/ 55 min

Ruth - Get to know your vocal coach

I am Ruth McKibbin, a passionate young tutor and a current BA Music Performance student at Queens University Belfast, I bring a fresh and vibrant approach to singing lessons. With over a year of teaching experience across various age groups, I pride myself on creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for my students. My lessons are designed to cater to a wide array of singing styles, including pop, rock, country, musical theatre, and much more! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills as an experienced vocalist, my lessons are customised for everyone, from kids to adults. What truly excites me is sharing my love for music with others. My lessons are not only fun and engaging but also tailored to help you discover your unique voice. I’m particularly passionate about harmony, having performed in a band that specializes in this area, so I can guide you through the intricacies of blending melodies beautifully. Join me for an enjoyable journey into the world of music where we can explore your potential together. Let’s make your singing dreams come true!

Ruth graduated from Northern Regional College

Ruth graduated from Northern Regional College

Your vocal coach specialities

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Singing

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Music Performance Techniques

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Rhythm & Beat

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Vocal Training

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Harmony and Chords

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for beginners

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Singing for kids

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Singing for adults

Singing lessons highlights

In my lessons, my primary focus is to nurture and build confidence, refine technique, and help students release any tension associated with singing. I specialise in a variety of genres, including pop, rock, musical theatre, and country, making my lessons suitable for students of all ages and skill levels. I offer the convenience of online learning, and I’m available to meet via Google Meet, Zoom, or Skype, ensuring that we can connect in a way that works best for you. My passion for music drives me to share not just techniques, but an appreciation for the art of singing itself. I am committed to creating a safe and encouraging environment where students can express themselves freely and develop their unique voices. Understanding that each student is different, I take pride in tailoring every lesson to fit the individual needs and learning styles of my students. This personalised approach ensures that you receive the most enriching experience possible. I strive to make our singing lessons both engaging and effective, focusing on your specific goals and aspirations. Singing is a vital part of my life, and I’m genuinely excited to work with a diverse range of ages and backgrounds. Together, we will embark on a musical journey that fosters growth, creativity, and joy in your singing experience!

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Folk Singing

Folk Singing

Country Singing

Country Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Ruth

Student learned 11 days ago

The Student and Tutor held a singing lesson, beginning with vocal warm-ups that targeted tone brightness and mouth shape. They then extensively practiced "Every Breath You Take," refining note confidence, breath control, and dynamic expression throughout the song. The session also included work on "A Whole New World," focusing on lyrical clarity and specific phrase articulation, with assignments given for further practice on challenging song sections.

Vocal Warm-ups for Flexibility

Song Interpretation and Confidence through Familiarity

Consonant-Vowel Flow in Phrasing

Voice Management: Avoiding Strain & Matching Energy

Vowel Articulation for Enhanced Tone

Pitch Confidence and Accuracy

Optimizing Mouth Shape for Brightness and Clarity

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Student learned 3 months ago

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and practiced two songs: "Stay with Me" by Sam Smith and "Knocking on Heaven's Door" (Guns N' Roses version). They focused on improving specific vocal techniques, including note accuracy, brightness, and pronunciation for various lines. The Tutor offered to provide notes after the session, and the Student was assigned to practice playing piano accompaniment for the songs to aid vocal performance.

The Impact of Song Choice on Performance

Vowel Shaping and Articulation for Brightness

Integrating Accompaniment for Key Stability

Vocal Confidence and Pitch Accuracy

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Jaw Control and Vocal Resonance

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Student learned 4 months ago

The tutor and student reviewed vocal exercises and worked on two songs, "Wicked Games" and "To Be Known By You." The student practiced specific vocal techniques and song interpretation, and they planned to continue working on these songs in future sessions, with a new schedule being arranged.

Vowel Pronunciation and Brightness

Nasal Resonance and Placement

Vocal Phrasing and Melodic Contour

Vocal Strain and Throat Relaxation

Vocal Dynamics and Expression

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Student learned 4 months ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, breath control exercises, and song analysis. They practiced techniques for resonance, vocal brightness, and phrasing while working on "To Be Known By You" and "Imagine," with plans to continue refining these skills in future sessions.

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Vocal Resonance and Placement

Vocal Dynamics and Articulation

Song Interpretation and Style

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Student learned 4 months ago

The student and tutor focused on improving vocal technique, specifically breath support, vocal placement, and mixed voice. They practiced various exercises and applied these techniques to two songs, "Wicked Games" and "To Be Known," with plans to continue refining these songs in future sessions.

Vocal Strain and Chin Position

Vocal Support and Abdominal Engagement

Vocal Placement and Brightness

Nasal Resonance and Mixed Voice

Diaphragmatic Breathing

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Student learned 4 months ago

The student and tutor focused on vocal technique and song analysis, working through warm-up exercises and a new song, "Wicked Games." They practiced specific vocal passages, addressed pitch and timing issues, and planned to continue working on the song in the next lesson.

Vocal Projection and Articulation

Vocal Warm-ups: Importance and Techniques

Vocal Registers and Mixed Voice

Song Analysis and Performance Practice

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

Interactive voice lessons

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Open Q&A

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Pets are welcomed

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Note taking

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