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

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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

M graduated from Leeds conservatoire

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music Performance Techniques

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Vocal Training

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Melody & Pitch

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Singing

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Rhythm & Beat

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for beginners

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Singing for adults

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Singing for kids

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Singing for advanced

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Singing for intermediate

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Blues Singing

Blues Singing

Folk Singing

Folk Singing

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Singing concepts taught by M

Student learned 9 days ago

Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, beginning with vocal warm-ups focused on diaphragm engagement and interval recognition. They then worked on vocal registers and practiced Lady Gaga's 'Always Remember Us This Way,' breaking down challenging melodic lines and focusing on pitch accuracy and vocal transitions. The Tutor offered to provide online oral theory resources and piano app recommendations to assist with ear training and note identification.

Diaphragm Engagement for Vocal Power

Vocal Registers: Navigating Head

Mixed

and Chest Voice

Understanding Musical Intervals & Melody Structure

Pitch Accuracy and Confidence in Performance

Developing Aural Skills and Basic Music Theory

Song Breakdown & Accompaniment Integration

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Student learned 19 days ago

Student and Tutor engaged in a singing lesson, starting with warm-up exercises for the shoulders, neck, and diaphragm, followed by focused breathing practice to enhance lung capacity and control. They then explored vocal registers, including chest, head, and mixed voice, using descriptive analogies to aid understanding. The Student also practiced the song "A Thousand Years," specifically working on pitching, rhythm, and confidence in higher vocal passages.

Comprehensive Vocal Warm-ups & Breath Control

Identifying & Utilizing Vocal Registers (Voice 'Rooms')

Developing the Mixed Voice for Seamless Transitions

Applying Pitching & Rhythm in Song Performance

Building Confidence in Higher Vocal Range

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Student learned 26 days ago

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

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Student learned about 2 months ago

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.

Navigating Vocal Registers: Chest

Head

and Mixed Voice

Song Application & Performance Confidence

Pitch Accuracy & Descending Melodic Lines

Optimizing Vocal Posture & Chin Position

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Breath Control

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Student learned 2 months ago

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.

Rhythmic Emphasis in Song Performance

Enhancing Pitch Accuracy and Diaphragmatic Support

Understanding Major and Minor Arpeggios

Mastering Fast Song Lyrics with Tempo Adjustment

Controlled Inhale: The C-Breath Technique

Dynamic Vocal Warm-ups for Projection and Clarity

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Student learned 2 months ago

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.

Advanced Breathing Control (Sea Breath)

Jaw & Cheek Engagement for Vocal Clarity

Pitch & Articulation Warm-ups (Tongue Twisters)

Song Structure & Targeted Practice

Building Vocal Confidence

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Metronome Apps

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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