Vocal Education

With Over 20 years of stage performance, Sandra's vocal coaching and mentoring individuals provides a safe nurturing trusting environment between coach and student and involves a comprehensive approach to developing vocal technique and musical expression. The process typically begins with an assessment of the individual's current skill level, goals, and unique vocal qualities. guiding individuals through their artistic journeys. Sandra helps students select repertoire that suits their voices and resonates with their personal experiences, encouraging self-expression and emotional connection to the music with a wholistic approach.

Sandra’s focus as your vocal educator is:

Goal Setting

Breath Support and Control

Vocal Technique -

• Warm-ups: Incorporating daily vocal warm-ups to preparing the voice.

• Resonance and Placement: vocal resonance (choosing the right areas to focus sound) and placement (where the sound is felt).

• Articulation and Enunciation: Working on clarity of diction and correct pronunciation of lyrics.

• Range Exploration and Extension - scales, arpeggios, and other exercises to expand the vocal range.

• Head Voice/Falsetto and Chest Voice: Encouraging the singer to explore different vocal registers and learn how to transition smoothly between them.

Style and Genre Specifics-

• Genre Exploration: Explore the stylistic elements of yout preferred genre(s).

• Stylistic Techniques: Teach specific techniques used in different styles (e.g., belt, mix voice, vibrato, runs).

Musicality & Interpretation -

• Phrasing and Dynamics: how to interpret songs emotionally, focusing on timing, phrasing, and dynamic contrast.

• Interpretation Exercises: Work on expressing the emotion and story behind the lyrics.

Performance Skills -

• Stage Presence: Provide tips and exercises for confidence and body language while performing.

• Microphone Technique: Teach how to use the microphone effectively if applicable.

• Mock Performances: Conduct practice performances to build comfort and receive constructive feedback.

Health & Maintenance -

• Vocal Health Education: the importance of hydration, rest, and healthy singing habits to prevent strain and injury.

• Exercises for Vocal Recovery: Teach recovery strategies (e.g., resting the voice, hydration) if needed.

Feedback & Reflection - your will receive consistent, constructive feedback throughout lessons to help you improve.

• Practice Logs: maintaining a practice log to track progress and reflect on challenges.

Continual Growth -

• Encouragement of Self-Study: Recommended resources (books, videos) for further development.

• Performance Opportunities: Encourage participation in recitals, open mics, or competitions to gain experience.

Each singer is unique, therefore a tailored approach to your needs, goals and styles is essential.

Please contact me for enquiries on vocal coaching