Caitlin Costello

Build your vocal repertoire with a West End vocal coach, with classes tailored to elevate your technique and strength.

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Caitlin Costello

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

Caitlin - Get to know your vocal coach

Hi! I'm Caitlin, a singing teacher with West End experience and Grade 8 Distinction in Singing! I have been teaching for 6 years and have an acute understanding of what Musical Theatre casting directors are looking for on the big stage! Whether you're auditioning for your local show, or London's West End, I know every trick in the book to get you heard in an audition room. My specialties include vocal technique training and repertoire building for all age groups and vocal types. I customize lessons to suit your needs and ability, while pushing you to become the best performer you can be. Growth is never easy, but with the correct teacher and some perseverance, you will be amazed at what you can achieve! Together, we will build your confidence and get to know your voice, and what it needs. We will go through your audition repertoire and streamline it to be the strongest it can possibly be for your vocal type. We will find the songs that suit you, the character you wish to play, and your voice, and we will work on your technique to ensure you perform these songs to the best possible standard. I know all the do's and don'ts that make a casting director prick up their ears and together we can make your theatre dreams a reality!

Caitlin graduated from LMA (Liverpool Media Academy)

Caitlin graduated from LMA (Liverpool Media Academy)
Caitlin graduated from LMA (Liverpool Media Academy)

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music Performance Techniques

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Vocal Training

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Singing

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Scales and Modes

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Rhythm & Beat

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Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for beginners

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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 intermediate

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Singing

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Classical Singing

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Pop Singing

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Singing concepts taught by Caitlin

Student learned about 19 hours ago

The session focused on developing the Student's vocal technique, addressing self-perception issues, and introducing advanced concepts. The Tutor discussed options for formal singing qualifications, and the Student practiced vocal distortion and learned about larynx placement to reduce nasality. They applied these techniques to warm-up exercises and practiced specific songs, with follow-up homework including recording practice and reviewing the LCM syllabus.

Vocal Qualifications & Structured Learning

Overcoming Self-Consciousness & Mimicry

Vocal Distortion & Safe Application

Larynx Placement for Vocal Quality

Vowel Rounding vs. Sharp Vowels

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Student learned 4 days ago

The session started with a discussion about potential singing examinations and their flexible, recorded format. The Student then performed 'Almost Over You,' receiving feedback on vocal mix and storytelling. They subsequently began working on 'A Million Dreams,' focusing on techniques for relaxation, breath support, larynx control, and dynamic pacing. The Tutor also suggested a new song, 'Maybe This Time,' and shared details about different exam syllabuses, with the Student expressing a preference for the musical theater track.

Overcoming Vocal Muscle Memory

Dynamic Storytelling & Pacing in Performance

Vowel Modification for Powerful Delivery

Larynx Control & Vocal Relaxation

Singing Exams & Qualifications

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed vocal warm-ups, re-did vocal range and buzz tests, and discussed larynx control for vocal tone. They practiced applying larynx control and strategic breathing techniques to two songs, 'Candle Shine Your Light' and a challenging arrangement of 'Jingle Bells.' The plan is to finish the 'Jingle Bells' song in the next session.

Dynamic Vocal Warm-ups for Flexibility

Significant Vocal Range & Breath Control Gains

Larynx Control for Expressive Vocal Tone

Practical Application of Vocal Techniques in Performance

Strategic Breathing and Stamina for Challenging Phrasing

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Student learned 4 days ago

The session centered on advanced vocal technique, addressing the Student's concerns about vocal strain and nasality. They practiced dropping the larynx and various vowel exercises to cultivate a rounder vocal quality, applying these concepts to a specific song. The Tutor also introduced the possibility of pursuing formal singing examinations and discussed using pitch-correction software as an analytical tool for improving accuracy.

Managing Vocal Strain & Placement

Singing Exams & Professional Qualification

Larynx Dropping for Resonance & Reducing Nasality

Vowel Modification with Dropped Larynx

Advanced Larynx & Soft Palate Control

Vibrato Technique and Emotional Expression

Melodyne as an Analytical Pitch Tool

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Student learned 5 days ago

Student and Tutor focused on foundational vocal techniques, starting with warm-ups to enhance breath control and confidence. They explored the concept of 'mixed voice' to expand the Student's chest voice range, applying these techniques while practicing the songs "Delusional" and "Beauty and a Freak." Future sessions will incorporate specific vocal run exercises to improve precision and security in complex melodic passages.

Vocal Warm-ups & Breath Control

Mind-Body Connection in Singing

Understanding the Mixed Voice (Mix Belt)

Optimizing Vocal Placement & Diction

Emotional Delivery in Performance

Mastering Vocal Runs & Agility

Smiling Technique for Head Voice Power

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Student learned 5 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed the Student's recent audition experience and discussed strategies for handling performance setbacks. They explored structured singing grade exams as a potential goal and practiced vocal techniques for mix and head voice, including specific exercises to improve placement and airflow. The session also covered the Student's upcoming vocal surgery and its potential impact on their singing.

Managing Audition Setbacks & Self-Compassion

Singing Grade Exams (London College of Music / University of West London)

Understanding the Mix Voice Register

Finding & Strengthening Head Voice Placement

Straw Phonation for Airflow Control & Vocal Strength

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Vocal pitch training apps

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