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Vocal Basics

Sep 23, 2024 - Mar 21, 2025

Mentoring Program

The Mentoring Program Vocal Basics focuses on developing a deep understanding of your voice, how it works, and how to use it effectively. From vocal anatomy to mastering the art of performance, this program will guide you through every step of the process, making singing accessible and enjoyable no matter your starting point. Duration: 6 Months (17 lessons, each lasting 60 minutes) Content Focus: Vocal Anatomy and Mechanism Vocal Sound Solfege and Song Study Practice and Performance Techniques This program is designed for: Beginners to Intermediate-Level Singers: Individuals interested in developing fundamental to intermediate vocal skills. Aspiring Performers: Those who want to explore their singing abilities and aim to perform in various settings such as choirs, bands, solo performances, or musical theater. Singers of All Ages: The course is open to anyone, regardless of age, who has an interest in vocal training (teens, young adults, and adults). Music Students: Those studying music who want to enhance their vocal skills as part of their overall musical education.

Single Payment
€1,095.00
2 Plans Available
From €365.00/month

Program Outline

01

Session 1
Phase 1 (1-6): Getting to know your instrument

I.An overview of the singing process

II.Mental focus

III.4 types of breathing

IV.Introduction to solfege

V.Importance of listening and accurate hearing

VI.Introduction to song study

02

Session 2

I.Vocal anatomy and mechanisms 1

II.Breath Support + Workout

III.Vocal Cord Closure + Vocal Workout

IV.Introduction to Range

V.Solfege Exercises

VI.Song Study

03

Session 3

I.Vocal anatomy and mechanisms 2

II.Larynx + Workout

III.Introduction to Registers

IV.Balanced Tone + Vocal Workout

V.Solfege Exercises

VI.Song Study

04

Session 4

I.Introduction to Articulation

a.Tongue

b.Teeth

c.Mouth

 

II.Mouth Modifications Workout

III.Vocal Sound: Larynx and Mouth Modifications Workout

IV.Solfege Exercises

V.Song Study

05

Session 5

I.Vocal Anatomy and Mechanisms 3

II.Soft palate Workout

III.Registers & Resonance Workout 1

IV.Onsets + Onset Workout

V.Introduction to Style & Vocal Sound

VI.Solfege Exercises

VII.Song Study

06

Session 6

I.Vocal Anatomy and Mechanisms 4

II.Jaw Workout

III.Registers & Resonance Workout 2

IV.Discovering your vocal sound

V.Solfege exercises

VI.Song Study

07

Phase 2 (7-11): Mastering the skills
Session 7

I.Developing effective practice routine

a.Warm-ups

b.Technique Study

c.Song Study

II.Vocal Study Journal

III.Solfege Exercises

IV.Song Study

08

Session 8

I.Articulation – Advanced Level

a.Vowels

b.Consonants

c.Syllables

II.Scat Syllables

III.Breath Management Workout

IV.Long Tones & Vowels

V.Solfege Exercises

VI.Song Study

09

Session 9

I.Breath Management: ballad

II.Pitch Bends

III.Introduction to embellishments in contemporary popular singing

IV.Song Study:

a.ballad,

b.styling the vocal line

10

Session 10

I.Articulation: Advanced:

a.Vowels: modification of the vowels

b.Syllables and Words: placements

c.Diction

II.Breath Management:

a.In medium to medium-up tempos

b.Slow vs. Fast melodic movement (diaphragmatic serial impulse)

III.Solfege

a.2-part solfege

b.Creating a harmony part

11

Session 11

I.Articulation Study

II.Resonance and Vocal Sound

III.Sound & Style

IV.Breath management in up tempos Workout

V.Introduction to riffs and runs

VI.Solfege

a.3-part solfege

b.Creating vocal harmony

VII.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

12

Phase 3 (12-17): Putting it all together
Session 12

I.Summary and Review of Vocal Anatomy and Mechanisms 1

II.Riffs and runs workout

III.Developing your vocal workouts

a.Warm-up exercises

b.Voice building exercises

 

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IV.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

V.Adding Dynamics

13

Session 13

I.Summary and Review of Vocal Anatomy and Mechanisms 2

II.Developing your vocal workouts: 3-4 examples

III.Microphone Use, Studio vs. Stage Microphones

IV.Room acoustics, Amplification and Soundcheck

V.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

14

Session 14

I.Performance

II.Performance Anxiety

III.Stage Presence

IV.Preparing for the Audition or Casting

V.Preparing for Performance

VI.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

15

Session 15

I.Vocal health

II.Summary and Review of Vocal Sound 1

III.Summary and Review of Solfege

IV.Developing your repertoire

V.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

16

Session 16

I.Summary and Review of Vocal Sound 2

II.Summary and Review of Practice routines

III.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

17

Session 17

I.Summary and Review of performance techniques

II.Songs: Ballad, Medium to Medium-up, Up Tempo

III.Motivation, patience and perseverance

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