Description:
Our goal in this series is good, efficient vocal cord closure: meaning, the vocal folds are vibrating together in a way that doesn’t leak extra air, producing a breathy, less vibrant sound.
Our warmup this time is very important, because we’re going to work on our breathing muscle engagement. Don’t skip it! Then in part 1, we’ll learn a few different SOVT’s, which are semi-closed exercises designed to help those vocal folds vibrate efficiently. In parts 2 and 3, we’ll train a balanced onset, play with dynamics, and learn how to boost our volume through resonance.
Let’s get started!
Lessons:
- 1: Welcome
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2:
Warmup
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3:
SOVT’s
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4:
Onset
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5:
Dynamics & Resonance
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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.