Singing Lessons
Singing Lessons
#0Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 4:48pm
I'm looking to take private singing lessons for the first time. For now, I really just want to be able to sing well enough to give a good audition. I'm not really looking to make it to all state chorus or anything. I just want to expand my range and work on my tone,and at some point down the road develop a bit of a belt. What kind of training do you reccomend?
Updated On: 10/16/06 at 04:48 PM
#1re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 4:57pm
It really all depends what type of singing you want to do! If your aiming towards musical theatre I would highly suggest classical. Now classical as my voice teacher refers to it really emphasizes reading music, playing piano, working on tone etc etc. We work on art/classical songs, but also do broadway songs as well so I have some versatility! Classical also teaches you proper breath control, intonation all the fundamentals of singing! But honestly from my experience and knowledge if you learn how to sing classically it only helps you adapt to different singing styles and eventually sing any style of music! But that's just my opinion.
Updated On: 10/16/06 at 04:57 PM
#2re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 6:20pmThanks. Classical sounds good then. I already know how to read music and play a little piano so there would be more time for working on my voice.
#3re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 8:09pmI would suggest you find a teacher that has a very good technique background. If you have a good technique you can sing anything. Most of these teachers are classical voice teachers. But there are some who do every style. Technique is everything.
Sporti2005
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/04
#4re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 11:12pm
i would suggest a teacher who can teach classical technique with MT style. if you're interested in doing MT, make sure your teacher knows/understands the MT repertoire. it's REALLY frustrating to have a great classical teacher who can't help you with your MT stuff, trust me!!
i have a feeling this thread will spark the classical vs. SLS debate again.... but really it comes down to what YOU want. find a teacher that YOU feel comfortable with and that you think can really help you improve -- that's the most important thing!!
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bwaylvsong
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#5re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 11:28pmI use both techniques depending upon the situation. I find, though, that the classical training helps me with the SLS. They're pretty much the same principles, just carried out differently. If I were to choose one, I would choose classical.
#6re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/16/06 at 11:40pmAnd again it's really all personal preference and what works best for you!! I mean I'm glad my voice teacher has me do broadway MT songs and she knows how to train me with that. But when it comes to art/classical songs she knows how to switch between the two! Hope you find a good teacher!
#7re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/17/06 at 8:24pmI loooove SLS. I can't possibly speak more highly of it. I've been studying with my teacher for a year and a half and I've improved immeasurably. I don't know if you would want to go into full-on classical training because you're just looking improve your voice, but honestly, it's just whatever works better for you. Shop around before you choose a voice teacher (most will let you have a trial lesson).
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#8re: Singing Lessons
Posted: 10/17/06 at 8:45pmCan someone who studies it esplain the fundamentals of SLS/ how it differs from Classical training?
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