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
Bachelors 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
Ear training
Singing
Music Performance Techniques
Harmony and Chords
Rhythm & Beat
Harmony & Counterpoint
Melody & Pitch
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
Singing for kids
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 student and tutor focused on vocal technique and song selection. They practiced vocal exercises to improve pitch and stability, and began analyzing the pronunciation and potential of learning the classical piece "Ave Maria" as a new repertoire piece. The student was encouraged to listen to "Ave Maria" and prepare to work on it in future sessions.
Vocal Warm-ups: Arpeggiation
Choral Music: 'A Maria'
Song Interpretation: Rhythm and Beat
Vocal Placement and Resonance
The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups and practiced singing the song "Gaston," focusing on pitch accuracy, vocal range, and understanding song keys. They explored techniques for improving vocal performance and discussed strategies for finding suitable keys for audition songs, with plans to send acapella recordings for further practice.
Major vs. Minor Scales
Pitch Matching and Ear Training
Vocal Warm-ups and Techniques
Musical Key and Transposition
Vocal Range and Octaves
The Student and Tutor focused on vocal pitch matching and control, utilizing a real-time pitch visualization tool. The Student practiced subtle vocal shifts and matching specific pitches, while also beginning work on simple melodies. Homework was assigned to practice "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" and use provided apps for pitch and rhythm practice.
Real-Time Pitch Visualization Tools
Mastering Subtle Pitch Shifts (Crawling)
Auditory Focus: The Pure Note vs. Perceived Effort
Optimizing Audio Settings for Vocal Practice
Foundational Melody Practice with Simple Songs
Developing Basic Rhythm Comprehension
The Student and Tutor focused on fundamental singing techniques, specifically the differentiation and control of vocal pitch versus volume. They utilized a vocal pitch monitor app to provide visual feedback, which helped the Student understand how to move between different pitches and vocal registers. The session concluded with a discussion of the student's progress and the subsequent academic steps for future lessons, including stage presence and ear training.
Exploring Vocal Registers (Chest & Head Voice)
Developing Pitch Control & Smooth Transitions
Vowel Shapes and Pitch: A Clarification
Utilizing Pitch Monitoring Applications
Distinguishing Pitch from Volume
The Student and Tutor focused on preparing for a musical audition, starting with vocal warm-ups emphasizing relaxation and pitch accuracy. They began learning and analyzing the song "Gaston," discussing character portrayal and musical elements like minor keys. The Student was encouraged to master the song and practice with a pitch-matching app as homework.
Vocal Warm-up & Relaxation Techniques
Utilizing Pitch Matching Apps for Practice
Addressing Vocal Strain & Nasality
Understanding Minor Keys in Musical Theatre
Pitch Accuracy & Interval Training
Audition Song Selection & Role Interpretation
The Student and Tutor focused on singing techniques, including identifying major and minor keys, practicing descending solfege scales, and working on two songs, "Runaway" and "Counting Stars." They addressed challenges with karaoke track synchronization and background vocals, emphasizing the importance of accurate pitch matching and key detection. The session concluded with a discussion of practicing with karaoke tracks and introducing a new song, "Pinky Up."
Advanced Vocal Technique: Overtones
Introduction to Vocal Harmony
Mastering Descending Solfege Sequences
Major vs. Minor Keys in Music
Pitch Matching & Karaoke Practice
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
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