In the first half of the lesson, we will do breathing and vocal exercises. Our goal is to develop awareness and control of the different parts of our body, and learn how to use it as if it was an instrument. We’ll try different things with our breathing, posture, pronunciation and muscles and see how actions change the way we produce our voice.
In the second half of the lesson we will work on performing a song. First we will learn the music and lyrics and spend some time getting comfortable with our chosen song. Then we will try to implement the technique we worked on during the first half of the lesson. This is, of course, a process. During the first lesson students usually start to develop some awareness of their voice, but being able to control it consistently takes time and practice. Be focused and patient, spend some time practicing at home and allow some time for the new information and habits to “sink in”.
What to bring:
Bring yourself - if possible, well rested and focused. Avoid heavy meals right before the lesson.