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Brenda Carol Vocal Lessons Fees are based on $85.00 Canadian/Hour In
Studio. Private Vocal Lessons Only.
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Vocal science pedagogy for teachers and students available at your local library or for purchase:
The Diagnosis & Correction of Vocal Faults,
by James C. McKinney. Musical and philosophical pedagogy for readers and music lovers available at your local library or for purchase: Music
of Yes - Structure and Vision in Progressive Rock,
by Bill Martin.
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* All styles of music: pop, rock, hip hop, alt, hot a/c, classical, country, prog rock or Progressive Rock, blues, jazz (vocalese), swing, Broadway, gospel, folk and R & B. Audition preparation. * Specialization: pop, rock, jazz, prog rock, gospel, hip hop and folk, group vocals, live/recording performance. * Ages 9 +: generally some restrictions apply for younger singers. * Emphasis on proper skill development, reading and of course, enjoyment! Proper Skill Development: Learn to sing freely with a fully operating vocal instrument - your voice! Learn to hear, feel and see the physical results of proper singing. Identify "diagnose" and correct any posture, breath management and voice production issues that have resulted in inefficient singing. Establish a proper timbre of the voice throughout all registers. Learn to coordinate proper laryngeal function, resonance, breath management, diction and vocal legato to encompass a safe and healthy singing experience, always. Learn the proper vocabulary of singing. Finally, assist students in establishing their performance skills in order that they might pursue a professional career in music. Reading: Learn to read music, improve sight-singing skills, develop ear-training, and theory practice. RCM theory exam preparation available. * Beginner to professional development - voice instruction (vocal lessons) and vocal (repertoire) coaching available. Professional Development: musicianship, style and interpretation, career preparation and development, efficient vocal function and the development of vocal health throughout your singing career. * Skill development training and instruction in the following areas: vocal (repertoire) coaching & voice instruction (vocal lessons), reading, ear training, breath management training, performance development in singing and accompaniment together, and microphone technique for live and/or recording performance. * Consultations also available for artist development in the following areas: multi-media technology, creating your own record label, web page design, successful recording, public relations, and building excellent musicianship. * Musical band/group instruction available. *Consultation necessary and fees will vary. (Band/groups must already exist and perform as a group of singers/musicians.) Development in harmony, blending, group dynamic singing, breath management and listening. * Master Classes in Jazz, Progressive Rock and Pop Singing with an emphasis on proper skill development for healthy singing throughout your career. Check your local listing for Master Class information. * Inspirational Vocal Jazz influences: Max Roach, Charlie Parker, Stan Getz, John Coltrane, Jon Hendricks, Annie Ross, Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, Bill Henderson, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Nat King Cole, Mel Torme, Al Jarreau, Chet Baker, Mark Murphy, Fats Waller, Billie Holiday, Carmen McRae, Rosemary Clooney, Peggy Lee, Dianne Reeves, Bessy Smith, Susannah McCorkle, k d lang, Betty Carter, Meredith d'Ambrosio, June Christy, Judy Garland, Chris Connor, Doris Day, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Sheila Jordan, Jon Anderson, Flora Purim, Bobby McFerrin, Cleo Lane & Michael Danso. "Please listen to the above artists' as often as you can!" Your local library should carry a fair share of these artists.
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* Bachelor of Arts, Psychology York University, Toronto, ON Canada * 21 years of formal and private study: vocal, guitar, theory and piano. * Instruments: voice, guitar, clarinet, flute, tenor saxophone, piano, and percussion. Professional
Experience: * Songwriter, music composer, artistic director, musician, event organizer. * Over 17 years of professional singing experience in established and private venues, internationally. * Over 17 years of experience teaching music within the Board of Education and Early Childhood Education settings. * 14 years of professional vocal instruction and teaching experience - all ages, all levels. * Co-owner and operator of the independent record label, DARWYN RECORDS. * Member of the Toronto Musicians Association (T.M.A.) and Local 149 of the American Federation of Musicians (A.F. of M.). * Listed with MusicStaff.com. Where you'll find the music teacher you're looking for! * Listed with All About Jazz.com - An Awesome Jazz Database * myspace site Computer Skills: *Systems: OpenBSD, Mac OS X, Mac OS 9, PC, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT, Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator 7.0 and PhotoShop 8.0 CS2, Windows Media Player, Real Audio, Mp3 etc... * Web Skills: Studio 8: Dreamweaver 8, Flash 8, Fireworks, Contribute, HTML, JavaScript 1.5, Microsoft FrontPage 2000, Claris Homepage, Dream weaver 4.0, Macromedia Flash MX, Macromedia - Director 7, Microsoft FrontPage 1.0b for Mac, Netscape Communicator 4.7, and Microsoft Explorer 5.0, Safari, Opera, Fine Art Skills & Development: * Visual Artist: computer: Adobe Illustrator
9.0, Adobe Photoshop 8 8.0 CS2, ArcSoft PhotoStudio 2000 web page
designs and hosting: printmaker: woodcuts, steel etchings, lithography, and mono-prints drawing: pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, pastels, and Indian ink painter: acrylic, water colour, oil, and collage |
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