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
Music Performance Techniques
Vocal Training
Music History
Singing
Sight Singing
Harmony and Chords
Scales and Modes
Music theory
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for advanced
Singing for adults
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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 Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, including exercises for pitch centering, vowel modification, and diaphragmatic support. They practiced two songs, "Daydreaming" and "Love and War," adapting to the Student's vocal fatigue by focusing on lower octaves and specific vowel brightening techniques. The Tutor advised the Student on vocal care and hydration for follow-up practice.
Smooth Song Transitions & Performance Groove
Vowel Brightening for Resonance
Octave Adjustment for Repertoire
Recognizing & Managing Vocal Fatigue
Vocal Warm-up Diversity
Student and Tutor reviewed vowel production and tongue positioning for singing, identifying areas for improved breath support and vocal control, particularly in higher registers. They practiced vocal exercises with the word 'Hello' and worked on the song 'Tale as Old as Time', experimenting with different vowel sounds for optimal performance. The Tutor provided a color-coded sheet for homework, associating specific vowels with different vocal registers, and plans to compose a custom piano track for the student's key.
Mastering the Open 'Ah' Vowel
Breath Support and Control for Higher Notes
Vowel-to-Register Association (Color-Coded Technique)
Vocalizing with Single Vowels for Pitch Accuracy
Physical Alignment for Vocal Stability and Support
Vowel Chart and Tongue Position
The session focused on developing vocal technique, beginning with a discussion of songs the Student practiced independently. The Tutor and Student then worked on vocal exercises for pitch transitions and vowel consistency using "Think of Me," breaking down a complex cadenza. They further practiced "Edelweiss" and "From the Start," emphasizing physical movement and open throat technique for improved vocal performance. The next session was scheduled for an earlier time.
Vocal Range Exploration & Song Selection
Repertoire Reinforcement & Technique Application
Embodied Singing: Freedom of Movement
Vowel Consistency & Vocal Shaping with Vocalises
Cadenza Deconstruction & Solfège Application
The Student and Tutor worked on improving rhythm, vocal phrasing, and chord transitions for the song 'Stay' on the guitar. They addressed specific timing challenges between lyrics and chord changes, and discussed practical guitar techniques like using the 'cheater F' chord. The Tutor plans to send a rhythm-focused layout to the Student to assist with future practice.
Optimizing Online Audio for Music Lessons
Understanding and Navigating Song Sectional Rhythms
Practical Guitar Chord Choices: The 'Cheater F'
Mastering Vocal Phrasing and Rhythmic Emphasis
Synchronizing Chords with Vocal Delivery
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, practicing vocal warm-ups focused on pitch accuracy, interval training, and understanding vocal registers like chest and head voice. They worked on specific diaphragm support techniques and vowel modifications before applying these to the song "Go the Distance." For homework, the Tutor will send a color-coded PDF of the song's notes and a video recording for the Student to practice along with the correct vowels.
Diaphragmatic Support & Vocal Placement for Octave Leaps
Mastering Vowel Shapes and Jaw Relaxation
Interval Accuracy and Solfege Application
Vowel-to-Vocal Register Association
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique and song performance, covering pitch accuracy, breath control, and vocal range exploration. They practiced several songs from the student's repertoire and discussed strategies for singing higher notes and improving endurance, planning to focus on specific artists in the next session.
Understanding Vocal Health and Comfort
Voice Types and Vocal Ranges
Vocal Technique: Breath Support and Phonation
Navigating Vocal Range and Head Voice
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
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