Eduardo Nikolai De Castro

Unlock Your True Voice – Sing Higher, Stronger & With Total Confidence! Find Your Voice. Own the Stage. Sing with Power, Freedom & Confidence!

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Eduardo Nikolai De Castro

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

Eduardo Nikolai - Get to know your vocal coach

I am dedicated and experienced singing voice teacher. Teaching has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my journey. Over time, I’ve had the opportunity to work with students from different age groups, backgrounds, and learning abilities, and each experience has shaped my understanding of education in unique ways. One of my core beliefs is that students learn best when they feel safe, respected, and heard. I focus on encouraging open discussions, welcoming questions without judgment, and celebrating small improvements. When students feel comfortable, their confidence grows—and so does their curiosity. Not every student learns the same way. Some grasp concepts through visuals, others through hands-on activities, and some prefer detailed explanations. I’ve used interactive presentations, real-life examples group discussions and practical exercises. Adapting lessons has helped me reach both high-achieving students and those who need extra support. Overall, my teaching experience has been about more than delivering lessons—it’s about inspiring confidence, curiosity, and growth in every student.

Meet Eduardo Nikolai

Eduardo Nikolai graduated from Ateneo De Davao University

Eduardo Nikolai graduated from Ateneo De Davao University
Eduardo Nikolai graduated from Ateneo De Davao University

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music Performance Techniques

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Vocal Training

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Harmony and Chords

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Melody & Pitch

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Singing

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for advanced

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Singing for adults

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Singing for kids

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Singing for beginners

Singing lessons highlights

Every voice is unique. Before focusing on performance, I prioritize healthy vocal technique to prevent strain or injury. I focus on proper posture and body alignment, breath support (diaphragmatic breathing), relaxation of jaw, tongue, and shoulders and gentle warm-ups and cool-downs A healthy foundation ensures vocal longevity and consistent improvement. Breath is the engine of the voice. I teach students how to engage the diaphragm correctly, control airflow during phrases, sustain long notes steadily, and avoid throat tension Exercises include sustained hissing sounds, lip trills, and controlled scale patterns. I structure technical training progressively. Here are the following core areas: Pitch accuracy and ear training Vocal range expansion (safely and gradually) Register blending (chest voice, head voice, mix voice) Resonance placement Tone clarity Students practice scales, arpeggios, vowel shaping, and resonance exercises tailored to their voice type.

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Eduardo Nikolai

Student learned 5 days ago

The student practiced vocal warm-ups and sang two songs, "Burning Blue" and "Couple Minutes," receiving feedback on confidence, tempo, and emotional delivery. Future lesson plans were discussed, focusing on continued improvement in pitch, tone, and performance preparation.

Vocal Warm-up Exercises

Vocal Performance Techniques

Maintaining Tempo and Rhythm

Vocal Health and Improvement

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Student learned 13 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique and song performance, practicing two specific songs. They focused on vocal warm-ups, controlling pitch and dynamics, and refining song delivery. The student was assigned to clean up the ending of one song for the next lesson.

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Vocal Dynamics and Phrasing

Song Structure and Sectional Focus

Vocal Attack and Detachment

Falsetto and Vocal Range Extension

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Student learned 19 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed vocal warm-up exercises and practiced two songs, focusing on pitch, rhythm, and delivery. The tutor assigned a new vocal exercise for practice and planned to continue with song rehearsals in the remaining lessons.

Vocal Warm-ups: Foundational Exercises

Vocal Technique: Pitch

Rhythm

and Articulation

Song Analysis and Performance Practice

Vocal Health and Practice Habits

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The tutor and student focused on fundamental singing techniques, including proper posture, diaphragmatic breathing exercises, and vocalization with the "ah" sound. They practiced vocal drills and the student performed a song to assess and improve vocal control, breath management, and dynamics.

Vocal Production: Mouth Opening and Resonance

Vocal Warm-up: Lip Trills

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Vocal Health and Damage Prevention

Vocal Dynamics and Phrasing

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Student learned about 2 months ago

The student and tutor worked on applying vocal techniques to a song, practicing specific verses and choruses. They focused on improving vocal accuracy, rhythm, and performance, with the tutor providing feedback and guidance. The student was assigned to record themselves singing acapella with a headset as homework.

Vocal Exercises for Specific Challenges

Building Vocal Character and Performance

Singing with Karaoke Tracks

Vocal Warm-ups and Daily Routines

Vocal Pitch and Tone Accuracy

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Student learned about 2 months ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed performance techniques in singing, focusing on stage presence, connecting with the audience, and vocal delivery. The Student practiced a song, receiving feedback on high notes and phrasing, and was assigned practice with the official and karaoke versions of the song.

Stage Presence: Owning the Space

Connecting with the Audience

Vocal Dynamics and Phrasing

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Vocal tuner apps

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Vocal synthesizers & harmonizer apps

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Ear Training Software

Interactive voice lessons

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Note taking

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Weekend lessons

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Open Q&A

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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