Description:
In our personal practice, we’re usually singing the lead vocal, or the main melody. But in many real-life situations, we’re asked to sing backing vocals. Backing vocals harmonize with and support the melody, and can include both singing the lyrics or singing OO’s and AH’s.
In this lesson series, we’ll use a combination. Songs covered include Danny Boy in part one, Auld Lang Syne in part two, and the Star Spangled Banner in part three.
Let’s begin with a short warmup!
Lessons:
- 1: Welcome
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2:
Warmup
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3:
Danny Boy
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4:
Auld Lang Syne
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5:
Star Spangled Banner
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6:
Conclusion
Instructor: Camille van Niekerk
Camille van Niekerk is a singer, writer and vocal instructor in Southern California. 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. 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. 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.