Description:
Sustaining a note is objectively more difficult than just hitting that same note. We need support from our breathing muscles, good cord closure so we’re not leaking air, and practice staying on one pitch without wavering.
To help us along the way, we’ll use semi-closed exercises in part one, repeats that gradually sustain in part two, and a few different kinds of sustains in part three.
To help us along the way, we’ll use semi-closed exercises in part one, repeats that gradually sustain in part two, and a few different kinds of sustains in part three.
Join us for the warmup!
Lessons:
- 1: Welcome
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2:
Warmup
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3:
Supporting Long Notes
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4:
Repeats
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5:
Sustains
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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.