Description:
Before we jump in, let’s prepare with a gentle SOVT warmup. Any semi-closed sound will do:
- NG sound
- Lip trill
- Puffer fish
- Singing through a straw
Choose your favorite, and we’ll do one quick warmup on the major scale, ascending and descending.
Exercise: SOVT warmup on the full major scale (ascending and descending).
This warmup ensures your vocal folds are ready and sets you up for success in the exercises to follow. Remember, you don’t need to complete the entire series in one sitting, but I encourage starting with this or another gentle warmup each time.
Lessons:
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.