Anna Gao

Enjoy singing? Book a lesson with me for a delightful singing journey. Classical & musical theatre.

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Anna Gao

Masters degree

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Anna - Get to know your vocal coach

I am a classically trained mezzo-soprano, voice instructor, and emerging opera educator with experience across performance, teaching, and stage direction. My training in opera and voice performance at McGill University and the University of British Columbia has given me a strong foundation in vocal technique, diction, musicianship, stylistic interpretation, and stagecraft. As a teacher, I work with students in classical, musical theatre, and popular repertoire, with particular emphasis on healthy breath coordination, efficient support, vocal freedom, clear diction, and expressive communication. I believe good teaching begins with understanding the individual voice: rather than imposing a single method, I adapt technical exercises and repertoire choices to each student’s level, goals, and learning style. My background in music education and RCM instruction has also strengthened my ability to integrate theory, sight-singing, musicianship, and text interpretation into lessons. In addition to performing on the operatic stage, I have experience directing opera excerpts and coaching dramatic interpretation, helping singers connect vocal technique with character, movement, and storytelling. I aim to create lessons that are technically grounded, encouraging, and artistically engaging, so that students can build both vocal confidence and long-term musical independence.

Anna graduated from The University of British Columbia

Anna  graduated from The University of British Columbia
Anna  graduated from The University of British Columbia

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music Performance Techniques

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Scales and Modes

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Melody & Pitch

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Vocal Training

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Music History

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Ear training

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Rhythm & Beat

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Sight Singing

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Student learned about 19 hours ago

The Tutor introduced musical concepts like rhythm, note values, and rests, and vocal warm-up techniques. The Student practiced embodying the character of Anna by singing sections of a song, focusing on emotional expression and timing. They discussed how to convey different emotions through vocalization and performance.

Rhythm and Meter

Musical Notation for Rests

Musical Expression and Character

Note Duration and Beat Counting

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Student learned 2 days ago

The student participated in an introductory Western classical singing lesson, focusing on vocal exercises, breathing techniques, and vowel articulation. The tutor discussed strategies for preparing the student for formal music examinations like Trinity College and ABRSM, and planning for future lessons to achieve Grade 1 certification.

Breath Support in Singing

Vowel Sounds in Western Classical Singing

Trinity College Music Exams

Vocal Range and Pitch Accuracy

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Student learned 3 days ago

The student worked with the tutor on vocal warm-up exercises and preparing an audition song for a children's performance. They practiced humming, lip trills, and singing scales, and began analyzing the emotional content and vocal delivery of "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" The tutor also briefly touched upon the fundamentals of reading sheet music and its benefits for vocalists.

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Vocal Range and Pitch Accuracy

Musical Interpretation and Acting through Song

Reading Sheet Music and Musical Notation

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Student learned 4 days ago

The tutor and student worked on foundational singing techniques, including breath support, diaphragmatic breathing, and vocal warm-ups using consonants and vowels. They also discussed vocal range and vibrato, and a potential 24-lesson plan was outlined for future study.

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing

Vocal Warm-up Exercises

Vibrato in Singing

Vocal Range and Projection

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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