M Hirst
I aim to make singing a joyous escape. Let’s explore your favorite songs and unlock your potential in a fun, relaxed environment
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M Hirst
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
M - Get to know your vocal coach
I’m M Hirst, I have 20 years singing experience. After achieving my bachelors degree in vocal performamce, I fell in love with vocal tuition and have 2 years experience. I am pasionate about offering tailored singing lessons to students of all abilities. My specialised genres include pop, folk, rock, blues and classical singing. I excel at finding ways to teach ear training, harmony, improvisation, music theory and more. Whether you’re just beginning your vocal journey or a more advanced student, I personalise each lesson to match your goals. Join me for expert singing lessons that guarrentee personalised learning and noticable progress. I aim to make singing a joyous escape. Let’s explore your favorite songs and unlock your potential in a fun, relaxed environment. I can’t wait to get started, and I hope we can connect through music soon! ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————-
M graduated from Leeds conservatoire
Your vocal coach specialities
Rhythm & Beat
Ear training
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Vocal Training
Melody & Pitch
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for kids
Singing for advanced
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Blues Singing
Folk Singing
Singing concepts taught by M
The student and tutor focused on vocal warm-ups, breath control techniques, and improving vocal stamina. They practiced scales, intervals, and arpeggios, culminating in a detailed analysis and practice of sections from the song "A Thousand Years" to refine pitch and melodic accuracy.
Vocal Breath Control
Vocal Warm-ups and Articulation
Vocal Registers and Transitions
Interval Recognition and Application
Song Analysis and Performance Practice
The Student and Tutor engaged in vocal warm-ups, focusing on physical relaxation and diaphragmatic breathing techniques. They practiced pitch accuracy through scales and articulation using tongue twisters, then applied these skills to singing sections of Adele's "Rolling in the Deep." The Student was encouraged to continue practicing the song, with the Tutor offering an acapella recording to aid independent practice.
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Breath Control
Optimizing Vocal Posture & Chin Position
Navigating Vocal Registers: Chest
Head
and Mixed Voice
Pitch Accuracy & Descending Melodic Lines
Song Application & Performance Confidence
The Student and Tutor reviewed breathing exercises, introduced the "C breath" technique for improved breath control, and performed vocal warm-ups focusing on consonant articulation and pitch accuracy. They also discussed and practiced major and minor arpeggios, applying these concepts to the song "Rolling in the Deep." Homework assigned includes practicing the C breath and the new song.
Controlled Inhale: The C-Breath Technique
Mastering Fast Song Lyrics with Tempo Adjustment
Dynamic Vocal Warm-ups for Projection and Clarity
Understanding Major and Minor Arpeggios
Enhancing Pitch Accuracy and Diaphragmatic Support
Rhythmic Emphasis in Song Performance
The Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, covering vocal warm-ups, breathing techniques, and vocal exercises. They practiced specific phrases from the song "I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz, focusing on pitch accuracy and rhythmic delivery. Homework was assigned to practice the new 'C-breath' technique, use tongue twister methods for difficult song lyrics, and prepare for the 'C section' of the song with provided voice notes.
Building Vocal Confidence
Song Structure & Targeted Practice
Jaw & Cheek Engagement for Vocal Clarity
Advanced Breathing Control (Sea Breath)
Pitch & Articulation Warm-ups (Tongue Twisters)
The session focused on enhancing the Student's vocal technique and range through various warm-ups, breathing exercises, and ear training. The Student practiced a new 'mini mini' vocal scale and explored transitions between chest and head voices. They also began working on a song, 'I'm Yours,' learning about melisma, and were assigned homework to practice the song using provided recordings.
Ear Training vs. Music Theory
Comprehensive Vocal Warm-ups & Breath Control
Vocal Registers: Chest (Bear) & Head (Owl) Voice
The "Mini M" Vocal Scale Exercise
Overcoming Vocal Self-Consciousness
Applying Melisma & Effective Song Practice
The Student and Tutor engaged in a detailed vocal lesson, covering physical and breathing warm-ups, articulation exercises, and specific pitch work. They focused on identifying and strengthening the Student's chest and head voice registers and practiced a challenging section from the song "Praise." The Tutor will provide vocal recordings for practice and suggested a new song, "I'm Yours," for future development.
Articulation for Clear Vocals
Targeted Song Application & Practice Strategies
Achieving Pitch with Confidence
Mastering Voice Registers: Chest vs. Head Voice
Vocal Warm-ups: Body & Breath Control
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Metronome Apps
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