Ivory West
Discover your voice and find your place in the music world and hit all the right notes with me, Ivory West!




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Ivory West
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Ivory - Get to know your vocal coach
I’m Ivory West! I’m currently in the process of receiving my Bachelor’s in Vocal Performance with a focus in Classical Singing. However, my first love is Pop and Modern Jazz. And I love teaching all genres. I offer a fun, low pressure learning environment while maintaining a structured approach. I want to feel comfortable with me but to get you out of your vocal comfort zone. I teach all ages from Beginner to Intermediate. Whether you’ve never sung a note in your life or just want to see some improvement, I’ve got you covered. With me, you will learn pitch control, breath control, diction, sight reading skills, performance skills, and more! I’ve wanted to teach others how to sing since I was 12 years old. Now that the opportunity has come, I hope you will allow me to make my dream come true and trust me with your voice. Singing has been a skill that has brought me so much joy and I hope I can share that with you and help you experience that too! Whether you want to be the next big music icon or just want to be better at karaoke, I can help! I look forward to learning together and getting to know eachother. I want the very best for all of my students so I try to provide the very best. See you there! Your New Voice Teacher, Ivory West
Your vocal coach specialities
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music theory
Music Performance Techniques
Sight Singing
Harmony and Chords
Vocal Training
Melody & Pitch
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15-days refund
Free tutor swap
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1-yr validity
24/7 support
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Singing for adults
Noticeable vocal improvement in months
90%+ of students report clearer tone & stronger range quickly
Patient, encouraging vocal coach
94%+ parents say their kids open up in teachers lessons
Structured voice lessons with real results
86%+ students achieve consistent growth in pitch, & range
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing

Singing concepts taught by Ivory
The session was an introductory singing lesson where the Student's vocal background, goals, and current challenges (specifically with mixed voice and head voice transition) were discussed. The Tutor assessed the Student's vocal range and introduced a technique using nasal resonance to help patch the vocal bridge. They also applied this technique to a song and assigned specific piano-based vocal exercises for practice.
Identifying the Vocal Bridge/Break
Addressing Performance Anxiety
Strong Head Voice Adduction
Seamless Transitions through Sliding Exercises
Developing Mixed Voice with Nasal Resonance
Vocal Range Assessment & Classification
Student and Tutor began with vocal warm-ups, discussing breath awareness and vocal health tips. They then focused on learning two new songs, "Can't Help Falling in Love" and "My Way," practicing lyrics for pronunciation and familiarizing themselves with the melodies. The Student was advised to prioritize learning the songs thoroughly before integrating advanced vocal techniques, with practice of these songs set as homework.
Vocal Range Exploration during Warm-ups
Phased Practice for Optimal Song Mastery
Strategic Application of Nasal Resonance
Personalization in Musical Performance
Accelerated Song Learning via Auditory Skill
Vocal Health: Pre-Singing Diet & Hydration
The Student showcased their singing abilities by performing Michael Jackson's "Beat It." The Tutor then guided the Student through various vocal warm-ups, pitch matching exercises, and techniques to improve breath support, vocal projection, and clear pronunciation. Future lessons will focus on refining vocal technique and pitch accuracy.
The Importance of Vocal Warm-ups
Lyric Clarity and Pronunciation
Vocal Placement and Projection
Diaphragmatic Breathing (Breath Support)
Pitch Matching Fundamentals
The Student and Tutor engaged in an introductory singing lesson, focusing on vocal warm-ups, assessing the Student's vocal range, and practicing English pronunciation through song lyrics. They worked on lines from Adele's "Someone Like You" and a simpler church song, "I Am a Child of God," with the Tutor providing corrections on diction. Future lessons will concentrate on English pop songs, pronunciation, and vocal technique, with the Tutor providing practice materials as homework.
Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Vocal Range Assessment
English Pronunciation & Diction in Singing
Song Interpretation and Melody Following
Strategic Song Selection for English Learning
The Student and Tutor conducted an initial vocal assessment, evaluating pitch matching, vocal range, breathing techniques, and natural tone quality. They identified the Student as an alto with strong breath support and a pleasing vocal tone, despite needing to develop pitch accuracy. The session concluded with planning for future lessons, including exploring genres and setting homework to choose songs and watch a musical.
Diaphragmatic Breathing and Lung Capacity
Identifying Your Vocal Range: The Alto Voice
Foundational Pitch Matching & Vocal Control
Strategic Song Selection for Vocal Development
Vocal Tone vs. Pitch Accuracy
The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups focusing on major and minor scales and distinguishing between their moods. They practiced vocal adduction techniques using nasal resonance exercises and applied these concepts while singing "Satisfied." The session concluded with rhythm practice for the rap section of the song and a discussion on elongating vowels for improved vocal aesthetics.
Major vs. Minor Scales and Triads
Vowel Elongation and Beautification for Expression
Developing Consistent Rhythmic Precision
Tonicizing a Key and Solfège Application
Nasal Resonance for Vocal Power and High Notes
Vocal Cord Adduction and Abduction
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps

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