JO ROTUNNO

The right blend of vocal technique exercises and a direct song study approach will get your singing where you didn't think it could!!

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JO ROTUNNO

Bachelors degree

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Each lesson is 55 min

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JO - Get to know your vocal coach

A 40 years old experienced and passionate singer, singing teacher, session vocalist, top liner and songwriter with over 16 year of expertise in the live music industry. Regularly performs with multiple line ups, from duos to orchestras. Main genres performed and taught are Soul, Pop, Motown, Blues and Jazz but welcome all contemporary genres. A dark mezzo soprano with a 3 octaves vocal range. Hello I'm Jo, an enthusiastic, experienced and passionate singing teacher & live performer, with over 16 years of expertise in the field. Regularly performs with multiple line ups, from duos to orchestras. I teach using contemporary singing methods. My main genres performed and taught are Soul, Pop, Folk, Motown, Blues and Jazz. All age and levels, welcome! Come as you are! When teaching, I love to combine the right blend of vocal technique exercises with a direct -song study approach-. The student will learn how to improve and perfect their pitch, tone, work on lyrics, interpretation and song delivery as well as fine-tune rhythm skills.

JO graduated from Guildhall school of music and drama

JO graduated from Guildhall school of music and drama
JO graduated from Guildhall school of music and drama

Your vocal coach specialities

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Melody & Pitch

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Rhythm & Beat

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Vocal Training

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Improvisation & Composition

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Sight Singing

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Scales and Modes

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Singing

Learner types for singing lessons

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Singing for Kids

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Singing for Intermediate

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Singing for Advanced

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Singing for Adults

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Singing for Beginners

Singing lessons highlights

Guildhall School of Music and Drama Singing Teacher. "The right blend of vocal technique exercises and a direct song study approach will get your singing where you didn't think it could!" I use a mac pro+logic pro daw, rhode microphone, singing scales apps, backingtracks, laptop speakers. My teachings are student focused, that means that they are tailored for every individual student, from beginners or advanced ones. I use a blend of contemporary singing methods that I've studied myself so to give the chance for every voice to grow into the best version of itself! Singing methods I've studied are American's SLS (speech level singing), Accent method, Estill Voicecraft and Breathing Coordination with renowned west end vocal coach London's Lucinda Allen. I love teaching all contemporary music genres, from Soul & JAzz, to Movie songs and Pop. I look forward to start working together!

Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Blues Singing

Blues Singing

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Singing concepts taught by JO

Student learned about 3 hours ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed vocal warm-up techniques, focusing on breath support and vocal projection. They then practiced singing a song, "Nothing" by Bruno Major, experimenting with different keys and refining vocal control at the end of phrases. The student was assigned to practice the song in a specific key for the next session.

Phrase Endings and Intention

Musical Key and Pitch Adjustment

Vocal Warm-ups: Breath Support and Resonance

Vocal Technique: Twang and Belting

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Student learned 2 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support, vocalization exercises, and song delivery. They practiced specific vocal techniques to improve range, reduce tension, and enhance vocal health, with plans to continue refining these skills.

Vocal Tension & Relaxation

Vowel Modification & Transitions

Emotional Expression vs. Vocal Technique

Vocal Breath Support

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Student learned 9 days ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support, relaxation, and vocal resonance. They practiced specific exercises and song segments to improve vocal quality and control, with plans to continue this focus in future sessions.

Diaphragmatic Breathing and Core Support

Vowel Modulation for Support

Vocal Resonance and Tone Improvement

Legato Phrasing and Breath Control

Vocalization Warm-ups: The 'La' Exercise

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Student learned 11 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed and practiced vocal techniques, focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and performance for songs from musicals like "Annie" and "Wicked." They also worked on general singing exercises and prepared for future practice, including microphone technique.

Vocal Technique: High Pitch Stamina

Vocal Technique: Performance and Expression

Vocal Technique: Pitch Accuracy

Vocal Technique: Breath Control

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Student learned 11 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups, breath control, and singing technique using exercises and a specific song. They discussed strategies for managing vocal production during performance, with the student scheduled for a gig next week.

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Vocal Support and Breath Control

Vocal Resonance and Projection

Vocal Range and Flexibility Exercises

Vocal Health and Gig Preparation

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Student learned 14 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups and applied singing techniques to the song "Nothing" by Bruno Major. They focused on breath support, vocal range, and finding the optimal key for the student's voice, with a recommendation to practice the "VV" exercise for breath support.

Vocal Warm-up Techniques

Vocal Exercise 'V' (VV)

Breath Support and Vocal Placement

Vocal Pitch and Key Adjustment

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Lyric & sheet music notation software

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Ear Training Software

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DAWs

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Looping Software

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Vocal tuner apps

Interactive voice lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Mobile joining

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Weekend lessons

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Open Q&A

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Parent feedback

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