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
Sight Singing
Harmony and Chords
Improvisation & Composition
Music theory
Rhythm & Beat
Music Performance Techniques
Scales and Modes
Melody & Pitch
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
Singing for beginners
Singing for kids
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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Patient, encouraging vocal coach
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Real-time feedback in singing lessons
Students get immediate, clear corrections to improve faster
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by Julia
Student and Tutor discussed the Student's significant progress in vocal freedom and emotional expression during singing. They then focused on the song "Memory" from *Cats*, exploring different vocal approaches for high notes, including head voice and high belting. The Student was assigned to practice the song, emphasizing the use of a healthy head voice for the challenging sections, in preparation for further technical work.
Progressive Vocal Development: Range & Belting Readiness
Song Interpretation & Preparatory Practice
Emotional Channeling in Vocal Performance
Mastering High Notes: Head Voice vs. High Belt
Flexible Lesson Scheduling & Adaptability
The Student and Tutor focused on preparing a solo vocal performance for an upcoming musical, 'We Will Rock You.' They discussed character development, thematic interpretation of the song 'Only the Good Die Young,' and practiced vocal delivery. The Tutor assigned homework for the Student to research iconic rock stars to inform their character's portrayal.
Character Immersion & World-Building
Interpretive Song Analysis: 'Only the Good Die Young'
Activating Vocal Expression: Vowel Modification
Connecting Personal Emotion to Performance
Subtext & Diction in Musical Theatre
Student and Tutor discussed the Student's singing aspirations, preferred music genres, and current vocal health challenges. They practiced foundational vocal warm-ups using 'NG' consonant sounds and explored techniques for opening vowels and relaxing the jaw to reduce vocal strain. The Tutor provided a jaw stretching exercise for the Student to practice and confirmed the schedule for upcoming lessons.
Open Vowels & Jaw Fluidity
Navigating Vocal Range & Comfort Pitch
Vocal Health & Singer's Mindset
Phonation & Finding Natural Resonance
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique and interpretation of the piece "flowers." They practiced singing with a drone, focused on diaphragmatic support, jaw relaxation, and proper vowel formation. The tutor also addressed the rhythmic and melodic challenges of a new section, "Nothing's Gonna Wake You Now," and provided practice strategies for the student.
Vocal Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Pitch Accuracy and Reference Tones
Phrasing and Breath Management
Musical Interpretation and Emotional Delivery
The student practiced vocal exercises to improve pitch accuracy and worked on understanding complex rhythms and dotted notes. They reviewed time signatures and used a metronome for rhythmic practice, aiming to better align their singing with the musical structure. The tutor plans to continue this work in future sessions, with a temporary break due to family visits.
Dotted Notes and Rhythmic Values
Time Signatures
Ear Training with Drones and Harmonies
Rhythm and Note Alignment
The tutor and student worked on vocal techniques, focusing on vowel shaping and articulation using exercises with 'oo', 'ah', and 'la'. They applied these techniques to songs like "Back in the Chain Gang" and "The Boxer," discussing capo placement and vocal range adjustments. The tutor also informed the student about an upcoming break.
Vocal Shaping with Vowels
Vocal Articulation with 'La'
Capo Placement and Transposition
Vocal Phrasing and Airiness
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Interactive voice lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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