Korina Elmes
Experienced RCM graduate vocal lessons. Laugh at your mistakes while you build your skillset in a fun, patient, high energy environment!
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Korina Elmes
Diploma degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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Korina - Get to know your vocal coach
I've been teaching an array of students for 17 years now. I'm high energy, very optimistic, and believe positivity will always teach better than negativity. I prefer to foster an environment where students feel confident in trying new things, and are NEVER afraid to make mistakes! I'm truly passionate about both music and teaching, so I believe I've truly found my calling as a music instructor. RCM training, music therapy, musical theory, composition, ear training, breath control, I do it all! As someone who has studied music for almost the entirety of her life - vocal for 25 years, piano for 23, and musical theory for 19 - I understand the desire to improve, while also having fun. Music is something that should be enjoyed, and if it isn't, something is amiss! The truly beautiful thing about music is the connectivity it offers; it matters not what language you speak, or what faith you keep. All over the world, despite our differences, EVERYONE speaks the language of music!
Korina graduated from RCM
Your vocal coach specialities
Singing
Vocal Training
Melody & Pitch
Harmony and Chords
Scales and Modes
Sight Singing
Ear training
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for kids
Singing for intermediate
Singing for adults
Singing for beginners
Singing lessons highlights
I'm very strict on breath support. Learning to breath and utilize the diaphragm properly is essential to a long, healthy singing experience, so that is always my main initial focus. The warmups start out quite physical, as when it comes to our voice, our bodies ARE the instrument! We have to make sure they're warmed up! I try to always encourage students to laugh at mistakes. There is NOTHING wrong with making mistakes; they're how we learn! There is NO such thing as a stupid mistake, and there is definitely NO such thing as learning too slow. Everyone learns at their own pace, and I always make sure to maintain patience, for students of ALL ages. Encouragement is key. As the student, it's not YOUR job to understand something; it's MY job to make SURE you understand! I'll explain the same thing a hundred different ways until we find a way that makes sense to you.
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Movie Singing
Folk Singing
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Singing concepts taught by Korina
The tutor and student focused on vocal technique and ear training, specifically for the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." They practiced diaphragm engagement, octave recognition, and performance anxiety management. Future lessons will concentrate on refining pitch and building confidence for the student's upcoming performance.
Perfect Octaves in Music
The Diaphragm in Singing
Stage Fright: Understanding and Managing
Vocal Cord Health and Protection
The student and tutor focused on adapting vocal exercises and song choices due to the student feeling unwell. They practiced gentle breathing techniques, modified warm-ups, and selected a manageable song, "Count on Me," to sing, with a plan to work on it further and explore diverse genres in future sessions.
Vocal Health & Adaptation
Adaptable Lesson Structure
Managing Technical Disruptions
Vocal Genre Exploration Strategy
The tutor and student reviewed pronunciation exercises, with a primary focus on mastering the 'R' sound through specific tongue placement and articulation techniques. The student also practiced singing, and they discussed continued practice for pronunciation and vocal performance.
Articulation Warm-up for Consonants
Performance and Comfort in Singing
Vocal Warm-ups for Singing
Pronunciation of 'R'
The tutor and student worked on breath control exercises, with the student achieving significantly improved breath-holding times. They also practiced vocal techniques to expand the student's singing range, particularly in higher registers. The session concluded with the student singing two songs, exploring their emotional connection to music and personal experiences.
Diaphragmatic Breathing Techniques
Emotional Expression in Performance
Vocal Range Expansion: High Notes
The Tutor and Student worked on vocal warm-ups and exercises to expand the Student's vocal range and improve singing posture. The session included practicing songs, receiving feedback on diction and vocal mechanics, and discussing a challenging homework assignment focused on posture and diaphragm support.
Vocal Register Challenges and Transposition
Vocal Support and Posture
Vocal Stamina and Fatigue Management
Vocal Range and Octaves
Pitch Matching and Ear Training
The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups and articulation exercises, specifically targeting the 'W' and 'L' sounds through tongue twisters. They then transitioned to singing practice, working on songs from 'Tangled' and 'The Little Mermaid,' with the tutor providing feedback on pitch and characterization. Homework includes practicing specific songs and tongue twisters to improve vocal technique and pronunciation.
Articulation of 'W' and 'L' Sounds
Vocal Warm-ups and Physical Stretches
Pitch Accuracy in Singing
Vocal Characterization and Expression
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Karaoke & backing track apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Interactive voice lessons
Mobile joining
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
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