Hector Naranjo
Unlock your full vocal potential with expert guidance from a classically trained tenor.




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Hector Naranjo
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Hector - Get to know your vocal coach
I have been teaching private voice lessons for over six years and am passionate about helping students of all ages and experience levels grow as singers and musicians. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive, encouraging, and individualized learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, building confidence, and developing their unique artistic voice. As a classically trained tenor and voice educator, I combine proven vocal techniques with practical performance skills to help students build healthy singing habits, improve musicianship, and achieve their personal goals. I believe that every student learns differently, so I tailor each lesson to their specific needs, interests, and learning style. Whether a student is preparing for auditions, performances, competitions, or simply singing for personal enjoyment, I strive to make lessons both engaging and rewarding. My goal is not only to help students become stronger singers, but also to foster a lifelong appreciation for music, creativity, and self-expression. Through patience, clear instruction, and positive reinforcement, I work to inspire confidence and help each student reach their full potential.
Hector graduated from University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Your vocal coach specialities
Harmony & Counterpoint
Rhythm & Beat
Ear training
Singing
Vocal Training
Harmony and Chords
Music Performance Techniques
AI modules
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Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
Singing for intermediate
Singing for kids
Singing for beginners
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing

Singing concepts taught by Hector
The tutor and student worked on vocal techniques, focusing on breath support, diaphragm engagement, and vocal registers including chest, head, and mixed voice. They practiced applying these techniques to the song "Iris" by The Goo Goo Dolls, identifying a more comfortable key and refining vocal delivery through exercises and vowel modification.
Vowel Modification in Singing
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
Vocal Registers (Chest
Head
Mix)
The Role of Breath Control and Airflow in Vocal Production
Student and Tutor discussed the Student's singing background, vocal goals focused on improving vocal registers and breath support for various musical styles. They practiced several vocal warm-up exercises targeting register connection, forward resonance, pitch accuracy, and diaphragm engagement. The Tutor identified breath support as a key area for development and outlined a comprehensive lesson plan for future sessions.
Understanding Vocal Registers & Blending
Diaphragmatic Breathing: The Foundation of Vocal Power
Essential Vocal Warm-ups for Register Transition & Brightness
Developing Aural Acuity and Pitch Connection
The Natural Phenomenon of Vibrato
The Tutor guided the Student through vocal warm-ups, concentrating on extending vocal range, developing the mixed voice, and mastering breath control. They applied these techniques to perform 'Bless the Broken Road' by Rascal Flatts, focusing on vowel modification and resonant singing. For future sessions, they planned to work on 'Drops of Jupiter' by Train, and the Student also shared an original song and discussed studio recording plans for an upcoming EP.
Seamless Register Transition
Vocal Relaxation & Diaphragm Support
Vowel Modification for High Notes
Coordinated Breath Control
Developing Your Mix Voice
The Student and Tutor met for an introductory singing lesson. They discussed the Student's goals, which included improving singing for religious ceremonies and better breath control. The Tutor outlined a detailed curriculum covering breathing techniques, pitch control, vocal range, and performance. They then attempted initial vocal exercises focused on jaw relaxation, open mouth shape, and breath coordination, although technical audio issues presented challenges.
The Voice as an Internal Instrument
Foundational Breathing Techniques (Diaphragmatic Breathing)
Optimizing Vocal Space through Jaw Opening
Pitch and Tone Control
Coordinating Breath with Sound Production
The session served as an introductory vocal assessment where the Student shared their singing background and aspirations. The Tutor conducted initial vocal warm-ups and provided foundational explanations on concepts like chest/head voice and diaphragm use. Feedback was given on the Student's pitch, breath control, and intonation, and a structured lesson plan for future skill development was discussed.
Vocal Warm-up Fundamentals
Vocal Registers: Chest Voice & Head Voice
Diaphragm and Breath Support
The Importance of Pitch Accuracy (Intonation)
Breathing: The 95% Foundation of Singing
The Student and Tutor practiced vocal warm-ups focusing on mixed voice development, ear training for pitch accuracy, and diaphragmatic support. They then applied these techniques while singing 'Deeper Well' by Kacey Musgraves, with particular emphasis on developing the lower vocal range and smoothing out register transitions. They also briefly practiced the head voice section of 'Traitor' by Olivia Rodrigo, with plans to delve deeper into the song in the next session.
Ear Training & Pitch Accuracy
Smooth Register Transitions (Traffic Cone Analogy)
Extending Lower Vocal Range (Yawn Technique)
Developing a Bright & Engaged Mixed Voice
Vocal Siren & Mixed Voice Introduction
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Karaoke & backing track apps
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps

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