Nina Soyfer

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Nina Soyfer

Doctorate degree

/ 55 min

Nina graduated from York University

Nina graduated from York University
Nina graduated from York University

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Ear training

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Piano Repertoire

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Music theory

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Sight Reading

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Finger Placement & Hand Position

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Chord Theory

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Piano Technique

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Types of learners for piano lessons

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Piano for beginners

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Piano for adults

Different types of piano lessons

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Digital Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

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Piano concepts taught by Nina

Student learned about 10 hours ago

Student and Tutor practiced various vocal warm-ups and exercises, focusing on improving pitch, smoothing vocal slides, and refining vocal technique through chin placement, breathing, and muscle engagement. They also discussed the importance of the "yawn technique" for proper throat positioning and vocal health. The Student received homework to practice a new "Perfect Fifth" warm-up, continue with existing exercises, and maintain vocal hydration.

Core Vocal Warm-ups

Perfect Fifth Warm-up

Yawn Technique for Vocal Placement

Vocal Slide Refinement

Vocal Hydration and Care

Leveraging Technology for Practice

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal exercises, expanding the Student's singing range, and refining vocal techniques. They practiced humming, lower register development, and specific techniques like lip drills and chin positioning. The Student also worked on a French song and received homework to practice a guided vocal warm-up from YouTube in the shower.

Vocal Range Expansion: Achieving Lower Notes

Breath Support & Lip Trills

Air Pressure and Vocal Pitch Control

Dynamic Mouth Shaping for Singing

Structured Home Practice Strategies

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Student learned 8 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on foundational singing techniques, including proper breathing, jaw relaxation, and vocal exercises like legato and Mimamu. They applied these skills to learn and practice sections of the song "Send Me On My Way," exploring different vocal registers and belting techniques. For follow-up, the Student received homework to practice vocal warm-ups and continue working on the song.

Vocal Warm-ups: Attack

Legato

& Vowels

Developing Pitch Control & Vocal Confidence

Vocal Health & Hydration

Understanding Vocal Registers: Head Voice

Chest Voice

& Belting

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Student learned 11 days ago

The vocal lesson focused on refining the student's singing technique, including breath support, vocal registers (chest, head, mixed voice), and pitch accuracy while practicing songs. The tutor provided exercises to improve vocal control and reduce tension, and discussed the learning process for adult beginners. The next session is scheduled for Monday.

Vocal Registers: Chest

Head

and Mixed Voice

Breathing Techniques for Singing

Vocal Technique: Jaw and Body Tension

Pitch Accuracy and Ear Training

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Student learned 16 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on vocal exercises, particularly engaging the head voice and mastering proper breathing techniques. They analyzed and practiced sections of the song "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion, incorporating concepts like triple notes, belting, groupetto, and glissando. The Student was encouraged to note breathing instructions and practice specific vocal warm-ups, with the next session scheduled for Friday.

Mastering Vocal Range: Head Voice & Thinner Sound

Applying Vocal Techniques to Song Performance

Achieving Pitch Accuracy & Self-Correction

Understanding Vocal Ornaments: Groupetto and Glissando

Diaphragmatic Breathing: The Foundation of Vocal Power

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Student learned 22 days ago

The Tutor and Student conducted a trial singing lesson, assessing the Student's vocal range and technique through warm-ups and exercises. They focused on expanding the Student's upper vocal register and improving vocal control, with plans for future lessons to continue developing these skills and explore the Student's lower range.

Vocal Range and Classification

Vocal Control and Comfort Zone

Warm-up Techniques for Vocal Improvement

Vocal Strain and Pain

Vocal Cord Length and Pitch

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Approach & tools used in piano classes

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Chord & Scale Reference Apps

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Metronome Apps

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Ear Training Software

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Backing Track Libraries

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