Alli Vancoughnett
Experienced tutor helping for grade improvement




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Alli Vancoughnett
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
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Music concepts taught by Alli
The session focused on advanced vocal techniques, including detailed instruction on singing posture, diaphragmatic breathing exercises using sustained consonants, and vocal warm-ups like lip trills and open vowel sounds. The Student practiced storytelling and breath control within a song, received guidance on marking breath points in sheet music, and was assigned homework on straw phonation and specific rising phrase exercises, along with a reminder to complete theory work.
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Controlled Exhale
Optimal Vocal Posture & Physical Support
Consonant Articulation & Vocal Warm-ups
Storytelling & Emotional Intent in Song
Strategic Breath Marking & Straw Phonation
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal technique, starting with diaphragmatic and Fresnelli breathing exercises, including a modified consonant practice. They analyzed the song "Someone Like You" for performance and worked on vocal warm-ups like the 'NG' exercise, diction, and strategic breathing within phrases. For homework, the Student needs to review theory materials and submit two theory quizzes.
Diaphragmatic & Fresnelli Breathing Techniques
Core Engagement & Controlled Exhale
Soft Palate Height for Vocal Resonance
Vocal Diction and Storytelling
Strategic Breathing within Musical Phrases
Navigating the Passaggio (Vocal Break)
The Student and Tutor worked on singing technique for the song "Someone Else's Story," focusing on improving diction, breath support, and pitch accuracy. They also briefly reviewed music theory related to key signatures and accidentals. Discussions were held to adjust future lesson scheduling to weekend, longer sessions to better suit the Student's demanding rehearsal schedule and energy levels.
Exaggerated Diction for Vocal Clarity
Core Engagement for Sustained Breath Control
Music Theory: Accidentals (The Natural Symbol)
Optimizing Jaw Relaxation for Articulation
The session focused on advanced singing techniques, beginning with a discussion on vocal health and proper breath support. The Student practiced core-strengthening breathing exercises, straw phonation for pitch control, and specific vowel/consonant exercises aimed at improving forward resonance and pitch accuracy. The Tutor also requested the Student to share sheet music for their musical for future review.
Proper Vocal Health for Singers
Diaphragmatic Breath Control and Core Support
Rib Cage Expansion for Increased Breath Capacity
Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract (SOVT) - Straw Phonation
Achieving Forward Resonance and Soft Palate Aim
Direct Vowel Onset with 'VVV' Vibration
Smooth Vowel Transition with 'NG' Onset
The Student and Tutor worked on various advanced singing techniques. They practiced breathing exercises focusing on breath capacity and consistent airflow, along with vocal warm-ups like sirens and new straw phonation exercises to improve control and reduce throat tension. They also applied these techniques to arpeggios and song work, focusing on projection and vowel clarity. Homework was assigned, including character development for songs and consistent practice of specific vocal exercises.
Vocal Resonance & Soft Palate Placement
Song Application & Character Development
Targeted Vowel & Consonant Phonation
Dynamic Volume Control & Vocal Lightness
Breath Management & Core Engagement
Student and Tutor began with comprehensive vocal warm-ups, focusing on breathing techniques, core engagement, and diction exercises. They practiced scales and worked on the song "If Ever I Could Leave You," addressing pitch consistency and articulation. The session concluded with the selection of "Wait For It" from Hamilton as the next song, with specific homework assigned for diction practice and self-recording.
Song Work & Integrating Vocal Techniques
Vocal Pitch Accuracy & Octave Development
Diction and Articulation: The 'Tip of the Tongue' Exercise
Core Engagement for Pitch & Support
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Rib Cage Expansion
Teaching tools used in music classes
Recording Apps
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Ear Training Software
Breathing Support Apps

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