How to look for a good local vocal coach?
wojtek
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Hey guys,
I have been thinking about getting some vocal lessons, to help me overall, have someone from outside to monitor me/my progress in real time. Having someone who regularly checks my progress which increases my motivation/everyday practice.
So my question is, what should I have in mind/look for when searching for the right vocal coach?
Does this vocal coach has to teach open throat technique for it to work out, or are there other compatible techniques?
Does anyone have personal lessons and if so, how do You make it an addition to KTVA course?
I can always focus on my phonation, support,vibrato, relaxation, stuff that is somewhat universal - sounding good etc.
What are your thoughts?
I have been thinking about getting some vocal lessons, to help me overall, have someone from outside to monitor me/my progress in real time. Having someone who regularly checks my progress which increases my motivation/everyday practice.
So my question is, what should I have in mind/look for when searching for the right vocal coach?
Does this vocal coach has to teach open throat technique for it to work out, or are there other compatible techniques?
Does anyone have personal lessons and if so, how do You make it an addition to KTVA course?
I can always focus on my phonation, support,vibrato, relaxation, stuff that is somewhat universal - sounding good etc.
What are your thoughts?
Comments
At first I thought about lessons with Ken, then I saw how expensive they are... that's insane for a normal person, for that money I can have a 4-5 months worth of weekly lessons. I ahven't been around this kind of environment for a few years, but that's actually a good idea. I'll try it out
I recommend you also find out the style of singing they like or are most familiar with. I ran into this issue with piano lessons. It seems everyone wants you to learn classical on piano, and I have no interest in music that doesn't also have a voice part to go with it. If your teacher teaches you good open throat technique to complement your courses with Ken, and teaches the style of music you love, your money will be much better spent.
It seems you already know what to look for, good luck!
Overall I am quite satisfied with the results. We worked mostly on my tone, way of projecting the sound for it to sound good/pleasant to listen to.
It was missing anything connected to bridging/headvoice or mixed voice so that's why after few lessons I decided that I got most from what I could expect to get (plus the environment wasn't too professional).
@Alaria This might've been the case, but not so extreme ;p But even if You stumble across someone like this, it might also be beneficial just to take a couple lessons, just to get to know a certain apporach a little more.
In the future I will definetly book some lessons with someone else