Catherine Terrett
Find your voice, and sing with confidence with personalized singing lessons from the comfort of home.
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Catherine Terrett
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Catherine - Get to know your vocal coach
With over 30 years of performance experience in classical music and musical theatre, I bring a lifetime of passion and expertise to my work as an online vocal coach. Raised in a musical family, I learned early the value of strong technique, creativity, and joyful expression—principles that shape my teaching today. I welcome singers of all levels, from complete beginners to experienced performers preparing for auditions or roles. My approach blends classical foundation with the flexibility needed for musical theatre and contemporary styles, focusing on healthy technique, confidence, and authentic expression. Each lesson is personalized to your goals, whether you want to improve range, pitch, artistry, or simply enjoy singing more. With flexible scheduling and fully online sessions, I make it easy to fit music into your life. Together, we’ll develop your unique voice and help you grow as a confident, expressive singer.
Catherine graduated from University of Alberta
Your vocal coach specialities
Music Performance Techniques
Ear training
Harmony and Chords
Harmony & Counterpoint
Vocal Training
CoTutorAI modules
Summary
Podcast
Quiz
Learnings
Flashcard
Spotlight
Zero Risk Guaranteed
15-days refund
Free tutor swap
No cancel fee
1-yr validity
24/7 support
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing lessons highlights
My teaching centers on giving students the tools to sing well and happily. I blend classical techniques with modern, relatable material to create a strong technical foundation while keeping lessons engaging and enjoyable. Because every singer’s needs are unique, I tailor my approach to each student’s individual goals, interests, and learning style. Together, we can focus on breath control, musicality, expressiveness, vocal health, and building lasting confidence both on and off the stage. Although my background is classical, I’m fully open to exploring any genre that inspires you—musical theater, pop, jazz, or beyond—helping you develop healthy, flexible technique that supports your voice in every style you choose. Whether you’re preparing for auditions, aiming to refine specific skills, or simply wanting more music and joy in your life, we can collaborate to get you where you want to be.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by Catherine
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on warm-ups and applying them to a song. They used a pitch detector to analyze the student's vocal range and accuracy, and the tutor provided targeted feedback on areas needing improvement, planning to continue this practice in the next session.
Musical Notation and Key Signatures
Vocal Technique Refinement
Song Analysis and Performance Practice
Vocal Range and Pitch Detection
The tutor and student discussed the student's vocal practice, specifically challenges with hitting certain notes and more powerful sections of a song. They made plans to schedule an additional practice session on Sunday to address these difficulties before their next formal lesson.
Vocal Practice Strategies
Self-Compassion and Affirmations
Pet Behavior and Care
Learning Through Observation and Interaction
The Student and Tutor focused on refining vocal performance for a specific song, addressing pitch accuracy, vocal projection, and song structure. They practiced identifying and hitting correct notes using musical aids and discussed techniques for improving overall vocal delivery, planning further practice sessions before an upcoming anniversary.
Vocal Pitch and Melody
Vocal Technique: Jaw Drop and Vowel Modification
Musical Intervals and Octaves
Vocal Practice Strategies
The tutor and student worked on vocal exercises to improve projection and resonance, focusing on diaphragm control, breath management, and expanding oral space. They practiced hissing and vocal ladders (sirens) to strengthen vocal technique and addressed head and jaw placement for optimal tone production.
Vocal Hissing for Projection
Mouth-Closed Humming for Resonance
Vocal 'Ladders' (Sirens)
Jaw Relaxation for Vocalists
The tutor and student focused on vocal technique, specifically addressing resonance and head voice production through various exercises. They also discussed strategies for improving vocal tone and the student's personal challenges with physical pain and navigating disability benefits, alongside broader political commentary.
Vocal Connecting and Bridging
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice
Vocal Support and Posture
Vocal Resonance and Jaw Dropping
The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and song practice, focusing on pitch accuracy, melodic phrasing, and breath control for a song due in May. They practiced specific vocal exercises and sections of the song, with the tutor providing feedback and guidance on areas needing improvement.
Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing Techniques
Understanding Vocal Registers
Melodic Progression and Pitch Accuracy
Pickup Measures and Phrasing
Vocal Belting Techniques
Using Vocal Tools and Practice Aids
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Note taking
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.