Alli Vancoughnett

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Alli Vancoughnett

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

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Boosted confidence in music

Students feel more confident performing and creating music.

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Rated 4.8/5 for musical engagement

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Proven progress in musical mastery

85% of students achieve higher performance skills and musical technique.

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Music concepts taught by Alli

Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor focused on foundational vocal techniques, including posture, diaphragmatic breathing, and soft palate exercises. They practiced various vocal drills like sirens and 'Ho' pulses, then applied these to singing 'All of Me,' with the Student demonstrating impressive self-correction during the performance. The Tutor plans to send theory work and discuss future lessons.

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Core Support

Optimal Singing Posture & Alignment

Soft Palate Lift (Yawn Technique)

Vowel Formation & Tongue Relaxation

Articulation & Diction Exercises

Pitch Accuracy & Self-Correction

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Student learned 1 day ago

Student and Tutor focused on advanced breathing techniques and vocal warm-ups, including diaphragmatic breathing with controlled exhalations and exercises to engage the soft palate and ensure forward resonance. The Student practiced the song 'Moon River,' working on breath support, open vowels, and managing sticky phrases. Follow-up includes continued practice of these techniques and new theory lessons.

Applying Vocal Mechanics to Song Performance

Smooth Vocal Slides & Break Transition

Jaw Relaxation & Vowel/Consonant Articulation

Soft Palate Engagement & Siren Warm-ups

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Controlled Exhale

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Student learned 3 days ago

Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and foundational techniques such as breath control, posture, and soft palate lift. They then applied these techniques to the song 'The Water is Wide,' focusing on dynamics, phrasing, and vowel shaping. Homework includes practicing the assigned songs and exercises for the next session.

Exploring & Extending Vocal Range

Diaphragmatic Breathing & Controlled Airflow

Optimal Vocal Posture & Space

Vowel Shaping & Resonance

Vocal Dynamics & Controlled Movement

Strategic Breath Marking in Sheet Music

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on essential singing techniques, including foundational breathing exercises to improve breath control and rib expansion. They practiced various vocal warm-ups, arpeggios, and scales, focusing on smooth transitions, open vowels, and core engagement. The session concluded with work on the song "On My Own," where the Student focused on lyrical interpretation and vocal dynamics, with the Tutor advising on cool-down techniques for the voice.

Emotional Delivery & Character Interpretation

Vocal Health & Performance Mentality

Smooth Legato Runs & Articulation

Vocal Arpeggios

Sirens & Vowel Modification

Advanced Breath Control & Support

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Student learned 6 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on foundational vocal techniques, including breath support, posture, and resonance exercises. They then applied these techniques to the song "Moon River," first by analyzing the lyrics for emotional storytelling, then practicing phrasing, dynamics, and technical aspects like jaw relaxation and smooth transitions. The Tutor plans to provide a slower recorded accompaniment for the song for homework and scheduled subsequent sessions for Tuesday and Friday.

Navigating and Smoothing Vocal Breaks

The Power of Self-Assessment and Unlearning Bad Habits

Storytelling and Phrase Work in Song Performance

Vocal Warm-ups for Resonance and Cord Closure

Posture and Diaphragmatic Breathing

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Student learned 7 days ago

Student and Tutor engaged in a Singing lesson focused on foundational breathing techniques and vocal mechanics. The Tutor guided the Student through specific exercises for deep belly breathing and controlled exhalation, emphasizing consistent practice. A new song, "The Very Thought of You," was introduced for learning from sheet music, and advanced vocal concepts like bright placement and forward resonance were discussed, with homework assigned for the newly taught exercises.

Strategic Vocal Practice Habits

Diaphragmatic Breathing Mastery

Professionalism & Respect in Lessons

Learning New Repertoire from Scratch

Developing Vocal Resonance & Projection

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Teaching tools used in music classes

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Metronome spps

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Vocal Warm-Up Apps

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Backing Track Libraries

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Pitch and Tuning Apps

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