Online Singing Lessons With Camille van Niekerk
Camille van Niekerk is a singer, writer and vocal instructor in Southern California. She loves sharing the beauty and joy of music with others, whether through performance or teaching.
Camille began studying voice and performing in musicals at age seven. In 2010, Camille began working towards her BA in Music Education at Azusa Pacific University, where she studied classical voice with Rebecca Genzink and jazz voice with Kristin Korb and John Proulx. Camille graduated Summa cum laude with a 3.98 GPA. She then earned her teaching credential from San Diego State University and taught classroom choral and instrumental music. Shortly after moving to LA county, Camille began her private vocal studio, providing vocal coaching, ear training, and recording for students of all ages.
Camille is a dedicated musician and a passionate teacher. She is constantly refining her skills and methods for greater versatility and effectiveness. When she is not teaching, Camille enjoys singing with the L.A. Choral Lab and Ensoma Creative. She lives in San Diego with her husband and loves going to the beach, practicing yoga, reading, and cooking.
You can follow Camille on Instagram @camille.music, see Camille’s live, one take covers at https://youtube.com/camillevanniekerkmusic, and follow her singing in Afrikaans at https://www.facebook.com/camillevanniekerkmusic.
TUTORIALS
Daily Routine: Essentials
By Camille van NiekerkAre you looking for just the basics? No fancy, complicated stuff - just good, solid technique to keep your voice in shape? Singers at any level can benefit from our tutorial on elements that should be part of your daily practice routine. Check it out!
How to Sing (Any Song) in Your Signature Style
By Camille van NiekerkHow do you make a song your own? We’ve got a new tutorial to help you do just that! Using the New Year’s classic, Auld Lang Syne, we’ll learn how to stylize and personalize a song with our tone, interpretation, and embellishment. Check it out!
Daily Warmup Routine for Professional Singers
By Camille van NiekerkDo you consider yourself an advanced singer? Don’t let the title of professional throw you: this warm-up routine is for singers who have training, experience, and a solid handle on their technique, whether or not singing is their job. You can expect a warmup that moves quickly and covers a wide range, gradually progressing from easier to more challenging exercises.
How to Sing and Play Piano at the Same Time
By Camille van NiekerkYou can sing, and you can play piano, but you can’t do them at the same time. If that’s you, this tutorial will break it down and take you step by step to build that coordination. Get set up in front of your keyboard, and I’ll see you there.
How to Sing and Play Guitar / Ukulele at the Same Time
By Camille van NiekerkYou can sing, and you can play guitar or ukulele, but you can’t do them at the same time. If that’s you, this tutorial will break it down and take you step by step to build that coordination. Grab your instrument, and I’ll see you there.
Style Breakdown: Ariana Grande Vocal Style and Technique
By Camille van NiekerkAriana Grande is known for her vocal range and amazing pitch! In this Live Lesson our vocal coach Camille breaks down Ariana Grande's singing style and vocal technique. We will be going over Ariana's riffs and runs, her falsetto and mixed voice and her consistent breath flow.
Style Breakdown: Shawn Mendes Vocal Style and Technique
By Camille van NiekerkShawn Mendes is one of the most popular singers of today. In this Live Lesson our vocal coach breaks down Shawn Mendes' singing style and vocal technique.
Style Breakdown - Taylor Swift Vocal Style and Technique
By Camille van NiekerkTaylor Swift's vocal style is great for beginners to learn from! In this Live Lesson our vocal coach Camille van Niekerk analyzes Taylor Swift's vocal style and technique.
Style breakdown: Bruno Mars Vocal Style and Technique
By Camille van NiekerkBruno Mars' vocal style is powerful and fun! In this Live Lesson our vocal coach Camille breaks down Bruno's awesome vocal style and vocal technique.