Spencer Da Costa
Find and Perfect Your Natural Voice Through Folk Singing, Storytelling and Songwriting
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Spencer Da Costa
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Spencer - Get to know your vocal coach
I'm a singer-songwriter with over 10 years of experience performing, recording, and writing original music. My musical background is rooted in folk, acoustic, traditional, and contemporary styles, with a focus on authentic storytelling and expressive vocal performance. I have released original music on major streaming platforms and continue to write, record, and perform my own songs. My Teaching Style My approach to teaching folk singing focuses on helping students develop a natural, confident voice while learning songs they genuinely enjoy. Rather than emphasizing technical perfection, I help students build strong vocal habits, improve breath support, expand their range, and develop expression, phrasing, and storytelling skills that are central to folk music. Lessons are tailored to each student's goals and experience level. Beginners can expect a supportive and encouraging environment where they can build confidence and learn foundational vocal skills. More experienced singers can work on interpretation, performance preparation, harmony singing, songwriting, stage presence, and refining their unique vocal style. Whether your goal is to sing traditional folk songs, accompany yourself on guitar, perform in public, participate in community music events, or write and perform your own songs, my goal is to help you become a more confident and expressive singer while enjoying the process of making music.
Your vocal coach specialities
Music production & recording
Vocal Training
Music Performance Techniques
Ear training
Music History
Melody & Pitch
Improvisation & Composition
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1-yr validity
24/7 support
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for advanced
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Singing for adults
Singing for intermediate
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Personalized training for skill progression
80% of learners see faster progress with tailored lessons.
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
Technique-driven singing lessons
Focus on breath control, resonance, and articulation
Singing concepts taught by Spencer
The Student and Tutor focused on advancing vocal techniques, including breath control, relaxation, and developing vocal range. They practiced exercises for vibrato and applied these concepts to challenging song passages. The Tutor provided practical advice on using scales for daily practice and recommended specific scales and the vibrato exercise as homework.
Vocal Warm-up: Essential for Peak Performance
Breath Control and Relaxation: The Core of Singing
Mastering Vibrato through Volume Oscillation
Targeted Practice: Strengthening Specific Vocal 'Muscles'
Vowel Emphasis and Emotional Projection
Optimizing Practice: Tools and Focused Engagement
Physical Fitness: The Unsung Hero of Vocal Stamina
The Student and Tutor engaged in an introductory singing lesson, identifying the Student's goals for vocal development and assessing current singing abilities. They practiced fundamental breath support, relaxation techniques, and vocal warm-up exercises including lip trills and vowel scales. The Tutor also provided strategies for managing stage fright and recommended daily vocal warm-ups as homework.
Essential Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Mindset Shift for Worship Performance
Strategic Breath Mapping for Performance
Vowel-Focused Singing for Clarity
Foundational Breathing & Vocal Support
The Student and Tutor reviewed singing techniques, focusing on breath control, vocal transitions, and vibrato. They practiced vocal warm-ups and two original songs, with specific attention to enunciation, dynamic vocal changes, and maintaining performance flow. The Student was advised to continue daily scales, mark breath points in lyrics, and will work on integrating guitar playing with singing in upcoming sessions.
Mastering Vocal Transitions & Daily Scales
Cultivating a Positive Vocal Mindset
Strategic Breath Planning for Song Performance
Integrating Vocals with Guitar Performance
Vibrato Technique & Application
Student and Tutor discussed the Student's goal of recording a folk album by the end of the year, emphasizing authenticity in vocal performance and musical arrangements. They explored strategies for focused practice, developing vocal phrasing, and effectively incorporating other instruments into the recording process. The Student was encouraged to prepare their easiest song for the next session to begin the recording journey.
Defining Authentic Vocal Style
The Power of Vocal Phrasing
Recording as a Unique Skill & Mindset
Strategic Instrumentation & Production
Overcoming Creative Blocks & Analysis Paralysis
The Tutor and Student focused on vocal technique, including breath control, register transitions, and vowel application during scales. They practiced exercises to improve vocal range and sustain, and applied these techniques to specific songs, with a focus on breath management for challenging passages. The session concluded with advice on recording techniques and vocal practice strategies.
Vocal Registers: Chest and Head Voice
Breathing Techniques for Singing
Vowel Consistency and Range
Developing Vocal Stamina and Control
Vocal Layering and Harmonies
The tutor provided vocal coaching, focusing on breathing techniques, projection, vocal range, and overcoming performance anxiety. Exercises included diaphragmatic breathing, projection drills, scales on vowels, and a discussion on finding a comfortable vocal register, with homework to explore soprano and alto exercises.
Performance Consistency and Managing Nerves
Vocal Registers and Natural Voice
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing
Vocal Projection and Power
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