Julia MacVicar
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Julia MacVicar
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Julia - Get to know your vocal coach
"My primary goal as a vocal instructor is to enable my students with the ability to create their desired sound in the healthiest way possible.I am also a classically trained pianist who believes that musical literature (reading music) is an invaluable skill! After getting to know a student and understanding their goals, I tailor an approach that the reinforces passion and joy within the desired skill. As a Neurodivergent individual, music has always been a vital tool for me throughout my life.I love meeting and working with other nearodivergent musicians! I value and prioritize creating Autism/ADHD/AudHD friendly environments so that EVERYONE can learn, thrive, and experience creating something beautiful." MÆVIA (also known as Julia MacVicar) is a musician and interdisciplinary artist based in Tkaronto. Hailing from Epekwitk (PEI), and an alumnus of the Fountain School of Performing Arts, Dalhousie University (B.A.Mus 2020). has been described onstage as having "a voice to be reckoned with" (Paula Citron - Ludwigvan) as well as being "impressive dramatically and vocally... a big stunning sound" (Leslie Barcza - Barczablog). As a neurodivergent individual, MÆVIA is passionate about increasing inclusivity within creative spaces and exploring different narratives. As a teacher, her approach is tailored to the individual and based on a sincere love for the arts! MÆVIA teaches singing, piano, and guitar. Music and the brain is a special interest and, outside of music, she is a visual artist and writes poetry as well.
Meet Julia
Your vocal coach specialities
Scales and Modes
Melody & Pitch
Music History
Ear training
Harmony and Chords
Singing
Rhythm & Beat
Music Performance Techniques
CoTutorAI modules
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for advanced
Singing for beginners
Singing for kids
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
Singing lessons highlights
I am classically trained as an opera singer, but also have lots of experience singing pop, musical theatre, rock, and folk genres. My primary goal as a vocal instructor is to enable my students with the ability to create their desired sound in the healthiest way possible. I am also a classically trained pianist who believes that musical literature (reading music) is an invaluable skill! After getting to know a student and understanding their goals, I tailor an approach that the reinforces passion and joy within the desired skill. As a Neurodivergent individual, music has always been a vital tool for me throughout my life. I love meeting and working with other nearodivergent musicians! I value and prioritize creating Autism/ADHD/AudHD friendly environments so that EVERYONE can learn, thrive, and experience creating something beautiful.
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Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by Julia
The Tutor and Student began the session with vocal warm-ups, concentrating on vowel articulation and breath support. They then reviewed the Student's performance of 'Go the Distance,' offering feedback on vocal dynamics and strategic note choices. The core of the class involved an in-depth analysis of the new song 'Wall in My Head,' focusing on its lyrical meaning, character motivation, and the dramatic context within the musical, with the Student assigned to learn it as a monologue for homework.
Vocal Warm-up: Vowel Modification & Resonance
Performance Strategy: Dynamic Range & Emotional Arc
Song Interpretation: Character & Metaphor in 'Wall In My Head'
Dramatic Analysis: The 'Butterfly Effect' of Hurtful Words
Battling Internal Obstacles: The Climbing Metaphor
The Student and Tutor worked on foundational singing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing and distinguishing between chest and head voice. They practiced pitch matching and scale exercises to navigate vocal transitions, with the Tutor identifying the Student's voice type as baritone. The Tutor plans to create recorded exercises for the student to practice before their next session, encouraging self-recording for vocal awareness.
Speaking Voice as a Singing Foundation
Diaphragmatic Breathing: The 'Control Center'
Identifying Your Vocal Range: Baritone
Healthy Humming Technique for Resonance
Vocal Registers: Chest Voice
Head Voice
and Passaggio
The Importance of Open Mouth and Muscle Relaxation
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, starting with vocal warm-ups focusing on posture and breath support. They practiced multiple songs, with the Student receiving feedback on vocal techniques such as mouth opening and soft palate elevation. They also selected a piano karaoke track for continued practice of a new song, "Set Fire to the Rain."
Articulation & Clarity through Mouth Opening
Strategic Song Practice & Accompaniment Selection
Vocal Health & Energy Adaptation
Core Vocal Support: Posture & Diaphragm
Vocal Warm-ups & Phrasing Techniques
The session focused on vocal technique and song analysis. The Student practiced a minor third vocal warm-up and onset exercises, learned about diaphragmatic support, and worked on maintaining a relaxed throat while singing. A detailed poetic analysis of the lyrics of "Flowers" from Hadestown was conducted, exploring its context and meaning, with the Student re-performing the song. The homework is to practice "Flowers" as a monologue, internalizing the lyrics' emotional content.
Vocal Relaxation & Open Throat
Minor Third Interval & Vocal Warm-up
Auditory-Visual Integration in Music Learning
Poetic & Thematic Song Analysis for Performance
Diaphragmatic Breathing and Vocal Support
Onset Exercises for Smooth Phonation
Opting Up/Down (Singer's Terminology)
The Student and Tutor practiced vocal warm-ups focusing on minor third intervals, diaphragm support, and soft palate elevation to improve upper range and head voice technique. They then applied these concepts while practicing sections of the song "All This Time." The Tutor plans to finalize the song's accompaniment and send the recording to the Student for continued practice.
Minor Third Warm-up Technique
Integrated Vocal Support: Diaphragm & Soft Palate
Vowel Adjustment and Diaphragm Pulsing for Ascent
Optimizing Chin Position for Vocal Freedom
Song Application: 'All This Time' Pitch & Harmony
Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups focusing on ascending melodic patterns and cadenza practice, specifically addressing tempo and technique for high notes. They emphasized open throat and diaphragm support. The Student also practiced other songs, and the Tutor expressed satisfaction with the Student's significant progress.
Minor Third Vocal Warm-up: "Aortal"
Cadenza Practice: Speed & Octave Adaptation
Diaphragm Support for Higher Notes
Open Throat Technique for High C
Physicality and Grounding in Singing
Overcoming Performance Anxiety
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Interactive voice lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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