Adam Rutledge

Professional Singer, Performer & Voice Coach | Singing Lessons Tailored to Your Goals

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Adam Rutledge

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

Adam - Get to know your vocal coach

I'm Adam, a singing teacher, performer, and voice coach with 5+ years of experience helping singers build confidence, improve technique, and discover a voice that feels natural, healthy, and expressive. My background combines professional performance with evidence-based voice training. I have trained with Estill Voice International. Alongside teaching, I work as a performer and have extensive experience in musical theatre, live performance, and vocal coaching. This means I understand not only how the voice works technically, but also the realities of auditions, rehearsals, performances, and singing under pressure. My teaching style is friendly, supportive, and tailored to the individual. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every voice is different, and every student has their own goals, strengths, and challenges. Whether you're a complete beginner, an experienced singer preparing for auditions, or someone returning to singing after a break, I aim to create a relaxed, fun environment where you can develop confidently and at your own pace. Patience, encouragement, and clear communication are at the heart of my teaching. I enjoy helping students understand why exercises work rather than simply copying sounds. My goal is to give you practical tools you can use independently between lessons, leading to lasting progress. Most importantly, I believe singing should be enjoyable. Technical development matters, but great singing comes from combining skill with confidence, creativity, and genuine expression. Whether your goal is performing professionally, preparing for an audition, building confidence, or simply singing for enjoyment, I'd love to help you achieve it.

Adam graduated from Mountview

Adam graduated from Mountview
Adam graduated from Mountview

Your vocal coach specialities

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Vocal Training

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Rhythm & Beat

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Music theory

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Sight Singing

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Music production & recording

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Music Performance Techniques

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for advanced

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Singing for kids

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Singing for intermediate

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Singing for adults

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Singing for beginners

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Adam

Student learned 16 days ago

The student and Tutor worked on two songs, 'White Rabbit' and 'You Better Move On,' focusing on vocal technique and performance. They practiced keeping the mouth open for sustained vowels and diphthongs, and discussed the importance of tongue position for vocal clarity. The session also covered developing performance artistry by connecting with the song's narrative and emotional impact. A follow-up session was planned before the student's upcoming gig.

Enhancing Vocal Resonance by Opening the Mouth

Deepening Performance Through Emotive Storytelling and Audience Connection

The Three Pillars of Vocal Performance: Craft

Artistry

and Performance Magic

Differentiating Note Movement from Lip Movement

Mastering Diphthongs: Sustaining 'O' and 'U' Vowel Sounds

Optimal Tongue Positioning for Vocal Clarity

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Student learned 21 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed warm-up exercises and focused on improving pitch accuracy through pre-unitary tuning practice. They also worked on vocal technique for a warmer sound using an 'H' feeling and practiced two songs, 'Let It Go' and 'Landslide,' to apply these techniques and discuss breath control. The Tutor recommended daily practice of tuning exercises, incorporating the 'H' feeling in songs, and downloading a free piano app for mobile practice.

Vocal Hydration & Irritation Relief

Fluid Phrasing and Efficient Breath Management

Achieving a Warm

Open Vocal Sound

Vocal Warm-ups & Neck Stretching

Pre-unitary Tuning for Pitch Accuracy

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Student learned 24 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal performance and diction across three songs: "You Can Have Her, I Don't Want Her," "Fast Car," and "Brown Eyed Girl." They focused on improving vocal freedom, maintaining rhythmic accuracy by emphasizing key words, and refining tongue position for open vowel sounds using a specific exercise. The Student was assigned to practice the exaggerated tongue-out exercise for the 'U' vowel.

Vowel vs. Consonant Importance & Diction for Soloists

The Power of Exaggeration in Vocal Practice

Rhythmic Precision through Word Emphasis

Optimizing 'U' Vowel Production for Openness

Laryngeal Position for Vocal Freedom (Adam's Apple)

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Student learned 28 days ago

Student and Tutor addressed vocal recovery after a recent illness, focusing on gentle warm-ups and identifying vocal tension. They then worked on advanced singing techniques, including maintaining an open mouth for fluid phrasing and controlling larynx position for better resonance. The session concluded with specific homework assignments for vocal exercises and mental pitch matching to improve pitch accuracy.

Vocal Recovery & Gentle Warm-ups

Precision Pitch: Mental Pitch Matching (Prephonatory Tuning)

Larynx Control for Warm Resonance: The 'Uh' Feel

Mastering Open Vowels & Diphthongs

Fluid Phrasing (Legato Singing)

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Student learned 28 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and practiced two songs, "My All" and "A Leak In This Old Building," focusing on breath control, vocal tone, and lyric articulation. They discussed techniques for sustaining breath during runs and producing a light, non-breathy sound. Homework involves daily singing for enjoyment, incorporating tongue exercises, and practicing songs as a mini-performance to enhance audience connection.

Forward Momentum & Sustained Breath for Vocal Phrases

Achieving a Light Vocal Sound without Breathiness

Vowel Modification for Clarity in Fast Passages

Performance Focus: Connection Over Perfection

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor discussed the comfort and resonance of singing in different keys, introducing a new song, "Dark-Eyed Gal." The Tutor explained vocal resonance through a trumpet analogy and guided the Student through exercises to consciously control larynx position for better sound production, particularly for higher notes. The Student was advised to practice these techniques and prioritize hydration and rest due to feeling unwell.

Larynx Function and Pitch

Applying Resonance to Song Phrases

Tongue Position & Larynx Separation

Controlling Larynx Position for Open Sound

Vocal Resonance: The Trumpet Analogy

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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