Rifka Hargrave

Discover a variety of styles as well as sight singing and music theory with tailored lessons for each student.

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Rifka Hargrave

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

Rifka - Get to know your vocal coach

My name is Rifka Hargrave. I grew up singing classical and Opera but as i git older, i became more interested in Musical Theatre including the styles: legit, standard broadway, contemporary legit, pop/rock and contemporary MT. I gained my degree at Italia Conti which is one of the highest rated performing arts Universities in the country. Whilst training, I was given 1-1 singing lessons every week with one of the highest rated singing teachers. This has given me the tools to be able to teach a whole range of styles and abilities. I also teach 1-1 singing lessons to age 6-18 as well as previously teaching ensemble singing to age 6-18. I also have experience in sight singing and reading sheet music. I’ve played a multitude of instruments but i mainly use piano to aid singing lessons. This helps me tailor warm ups and technical exercises to students in real time during lessons. I’ve done up to grade 8 ABRSM so can help students do this. I’m currently also a LAMDA teacher. This means I can help with music theory even if it’s just the basics of reading sheet music. I love teaching people who are just willing to give everything a go and let go. I’ll never ask you to do something that I won’t do with you. I can’t wait to teach some lovely people!

Your vocal coach specialities

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Melody & Pitch

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Scales and Modes

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Sight Singing

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Harmony and Chords

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Singing

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for kids

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Singing for adults

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Singing for advanced

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Singing for beginners

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Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Rifka

Student learned about 20 hours ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in an introductory singing session, focusing on vocal technique and exploring the Student's vocal range. They practiced various vocal warm-ups and exercises designed to improve vocal safety, projection, brightness, and breath control, specifically addressing the Student's goal of preventing strain during synagogue leading. The session concluded with the presentation of a potential lesson plan for future vocal development.

Vowel-Based Vocal Warm-ups

Safe Vocal Projection

Brightening Vocal Tone using the 'Ee' Sound

Achieving Vocal Clarity with the 'Yah' Sound

Connecting to Chest Resonance (Lower Sound Placement)

Understanding and Extending Vocal Range

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Student learned 5 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in an introductory singing lesson, exploring the student's vocal range and introducing foundational gospel singing concepts. They practiced specific vocal techniques like "cry" and "speech quality," with a key focus on reducing breathiness by modifying initial 'H' sounds for clearer tone. The session concluded with a discussion of a comprehensive future learning plan covering various aspects of vocal development and performance.

Vocal Warm-ups & Range Mapping

Diaphragmatic Support: Singing from Your Core

Vocal Qualities: Cry & Speech

Crafting Clearer Sound: The 'Silent H' Rule

Facial Expression & Tone Brightness

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Student learned 6 days ago

The tutor and student explored fundamental vocal techniques including pitch matching, scales, and vowel sounds to assess vocal range and placement. They practiced "twang" and "cry" vocal qualities, and began applying these to the song "Amazing Grace" to enhance emotional delivery and address challenges with higher notes.

Vocal Range and Registration

Vocal Techniques: Twang and Cry

Vowel Placement and Modification

Emotional Resonance in Singing

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Metronome Apps

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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