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 Student and Tutor worked on vocal performance, starting with breathing exercises and practicing a song for upcoming a cappella auditions. They focused on maintaining correct tempo, conveying emotion, and ensuring vocal support while singing with a backing track. For homework, the Student was advised to practice using both the backing track and an a cappella approach.
Acappella Audition Preparation
Vocal Warm-up: Controlled Breathing
Integrated Practice: Backing Tracks & Acappella
Mastering Tempo and Timing
Fundamental Vocal Support
Student and Tutor worked on singing techniques, including deep breathing and various vocal warm-ups focusing on resonance, soft palate height, and core engagement. They practiced applying these techniques to two songs, and the Tutor gave advice on vocal health and repertoire expansion, including obtaining sheet music for the student's new role as the Prince.
Foundational Breath Control
Vertical Vocal Projection & Soft Palate Activation
Vowel Shaping & Resonance Placement
Dynamic Control & Vocal Health
Integrating Technique into Performance
The demo singing session focused on introducing fundamental vocal techniques to the Student, who shared her aspirations for personal enjoyment and future performance. The Tutor guided the Student through proper posture, diaphragmatic breathing, and ear training exercises. The Student practiced singing short pieces, receiving positive feedback on her natural vocal qualities, and the Tutor outlined a comprehensive learning path including diverse genres and platform tools.
Vocal Diction & Articulation
Breath Support & Control
Vocal Range Expansion & Ear Training
Eliminating Tension in Singing
Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breath)
Foundational Singing Posture
The Student and Tutor engaged in a comprehensive singing lesson, focusing on vocal warm-ups, breath support techniques, and upper register development. They practiced various vocal exercises, interpreted song lyrics for emotional depth, and began musical practice on a new song, focusing on initial musicality and timing. The Student was assigned to listen to the song, sing along, and complete a theory quiz.
Core Breathing and Support (Sh Pulse)
Upper Register Development and Legato
Vocal Warm-ups: Sirens and Scales
Song Interpretation: Emotional Connection & "Unseen Self"
Mastering Complex Rhythms: 12/8 Time Signature
The Student and Tutor worked on foundational singing techniques, including breathing exercises, posture, and vocal warm-ups like sirens and pitch matching. They also addressed specific diction challenges with 'R' and 'L' sounds. The session culminated in practicing the song "If Ever I Would Leave You," with a focus on over-annunciation and pitch accuracy, utilizing both piano accompaniment and a karaoke track. For homework, the Student is to practice with a pitch monitor app, continue scale exercises, and write out song lyrics to connect with the narrative.
Vocal Posture for Singers
Breath Control & Core Engagement
Pitch Matching & Ear Training
Diction & Consonant Articulation (R & L)
Song Learning & Performance Stages
Vocal Space for Ascending Melodies
The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and prepared the song "Someone Else's Story" for an audition. They practiced various vocal techniques including jaw dropping, breath support, and straw phonation, and marked dynamics and breath placements in the sheet music. The Tutor assigned the Student homework to confirm if a live accompanist would be available for their audition, and planned to focus on interval jumps in the next session.
Audition Song Structuring & Personalization
Foundational Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Strategic Breath Marking & Phrasing
Straw Phonation for Vocal Reset & Efficiency
Incorporating Dynamics & Stylistic Choices
Choosing the Right Audition Accompaniment
Teaching tools used in music classes
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Ear Training Software
Metronome spps
Backing Track Libraries
Breathing Support Apps

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