R&B Performance Class - Learn to Riff and Sing the Blues!

From 51.8 £ /h

Are you struggling to learn how to riff? Want to sound like Aretha Franklin, but you just don't know how? This is my specialty, R&B and together I can make you sound as soulful as you want to be. I am a graduate of Berklee College of Music, having studied with vocal coached who worked with everyone from Stevie Wonder to Beyonce herself, and I am happy to pass on this wisdom to you!

Extra information

Bring some music you would like to work on together.

Location

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Around Paris, France

At teacher's location :

Espace 7 Éphémère, Rue Martel, 75010 Paris, France

About Me

-Born and raised in New York City in an Italian home
-I love music, and have been singing my whole life
-My favourite genres to sing in are Jazz, Musical Theatre, and R&B
-I was originally trained in classical Opera singing
-I play piano and some guitar
-I have worked in recording studios all over the world, and can also work in a studio directing the vocalist through their performance
-I love working with students, I have been teaching for over 10 years, both privately and in a classroom setting
-As we get to know each other we will tackle music you want to sing and I will also challenge you to sing through genres you have never sang before
-I love creating a personalised class for each student, everyone is different, so no class is the same

Education

Berklee College of Music (Boston), Bachelors of Music, Vocal Performance (2012)
Berklee College of Music (Valencia, Spain), Masters of the Arts in International Music Business (2013)

Experience / Qualifications

-Highly trained from Berklee College of Music
-20 + years of singing experience
-10+ years of vocal teaching experience and vocal direction

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Spanish

French

Skills

Voice (music)

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Singing Lessons in English! - (All Styles, All Ages, All Levels)

51.8 £ /h

From New York City, trained at Berklee College of Music, experience performing in off-broadway productions, as well as many more events in several different genres of music. Nicole has a love for Jazz, Musical Theatre and Contemporary music but was trained classically and likes to approach each student based on their individual needs and aspirations. Nicole has taught people of all ages and is also very good at helping non-native English speakers with any pronunciation goals they wish to achieve in their voice lessons. Nicole has taught music in the US, UK, Italy, and nowhere in Paris, France. Nicole is a member of the Paris Choral Society which performs at the American Cathedral of Paris.

René

5.0

(2)

Young professional opera singer, tenor, with a Master's degree in singing at the CNSMD Lyon, I give lessons to students of all levels.

I propose a work centered on the technique in harmony with the body, to (re) find the natural and the comfort while seeking the musicality and expression.

We can work as much for the discovery of the voice as for pleasure, or in the preparation of deadlines (competitions, auditions, concerts, preparation to join a choir, etc.), always in a good mood!

I offer lessons of an hour or an hour and a half according to your preferences and I accompany the students on the piano or guitar as needed.

I alternate according to the wishes and needs of a student of the courses
- where we start with 30/45 minutes of technique: breathing exercises, posture, vocalizations then the remaining time to apply this to a piece (brought by the student or under my suggestion)
- centered on music and interpretation, with a quick warm-up of between 10 and 15 minutes then a deeper dive into a piece, its musical and literary interpretation, and its style.

Classes can also be given in English or Spanish.
Possibility of doing lessons in the 12th arrondissement with a pianist who accompanies for a small supplement, more information by message.

Barbara

5.0

(2)

Classical guitar teacher graduate and concert, I offer my classes to teenagers and adults who want to discover or rediscover the guitar.

Levels: beginner (passionate), advanced, confirmed, professional.

The course is tailored to your own pace and needs. I can help you build or strengthen your instrumental technique, enrich your repertoire, progress in music theory if necessary (rhythm, harmony, composition, analysis, musical culture), improve your posture and breathing, strengthen your concentration and memory, refine your interpretation, prepare for exams, competitions or performances (amateur and professional), unleash your performance, and develop your musicality.

There are no age restrictions.

My lessons are also aimed at those who played guitar several years ago and wish to start again.

I propose an initial lesson so we can discuss your needs. Afterwards, you can take your time and call me back if you'd like to book a second lesson.

Repertoire: from the 16th to the 21st century (so-called "classical"), Spanish, Latin-American music, opening to all styles (no rock / metal).

The courses take place in Paris 75010, near the Town Hall of the 10th arrondissement, as well as via video conference (Zoom, etc).

Jeena

5.0

(2)

These days, many foreigners love k-pop and want to learn their songs. But it is too difficult to pronounce the lyrics perfectly. Even there are already many videos for learning them in online but you couldn't confirm yours immediately so it is more difficult.

But WITH ME, YOU CAN HAVE A REAL PRONONCIATION. I will teach you

1. how to pronounce
2. what the lyric means
Also, there are many useful phrases in lyrics so you can learn the real korean conversation.

It's no problem that you have high or low level now.
Just bring your passion and smile.
Moreover, If you have a K-POP song that you want to learn, don't hesitate to bring me.

I am sure that you will really enjoy this tutoring.
If you understand the song completly, you could be touched more.
I expect to meeting you soon :)

Camille

5.0

(2)

Our teacher using, if necessary, an electro-acoustic guitar to better accompany your voice and guide some of its subtleties, the teaching philosophy is adapted to each level, according to the pace of work and motivation.

Program :
- musical techniques: theory (examples: support, modes, colors, effects such as vibrato, etc.) automatically followed, for each of the exercises, by practice (examples: exercises focusing on accuracy, sound production, "mountains Russian ", time, note hold, diction, vowels etc.)
- work on breathing and breathing management
- body awareness
- stability
- resonance
- improvisation / free expression
- improved vocal comfort
- varied repertoire (adapting to your preference)
- well-being by the vibration of the voice
- personal or artistic development - accuracy, note keeping and precision - vocal modes including timbre
- volumes: softness and power - sound colors: from dark to light - vocal effects, range requirements - nuances: volumes, mimics, attitudes, sound quality - exploration of musical styles (folk, pop, classical, blues, rock, song, World music ...)
- improvisation, effects and vocal games, harmonies
-interpretation: work on emotions, body language, stage presence.

Objective: acquire a solid vocal technique allowing you to sing with accuracy, ease and expressiveness.

Musical learning meanwhile, will develop your ability to listen and reproduce music, your sense of rhythm, your expressiveness, your creativity and musicality as well as reading sheet music.

The work is focused on multidisciplinarity: voice, vocal health, music and bodily expressiveness, with an emphasis on the acquisition of an optimal vocal placement, on stress management in public and on interpretation.

This progressive and tailor-made method aims to develop your voice:
-Breathing techniques
-Vocalises and technical exercises adapted to needs;
- Repertoire work
- Accompaniment for studio recording and scenic performance
-dynamic exploration, diversification and release of one's voice while having fun and going beyond one's limits.

As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers, available all year round.

TEACHER / TRAINER

Trained in Grandes Ecoles in France and the United States (Ivy League University), our teacher has specialized and has been working for more than 15 years, in North America and Europe, in the field, in international establishments renowned, and oriented on one axis: effective training with pedagogy and meticulous methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES, FEES
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Mia

5.0

(2)

My teacher's credo

As an opera singer, I have had the opportunity to perform on international stages while continuing to teach, which is a true vocation for me.

In vocal pedagogy, I believe that each student is the bearer of a unique instrument: their voice. This is why it is essential to adapt teaching and methodological tools to the individuality of each student. This approach allows me to conduct my classes in a variety of ways, choosing the most relevant vocal exercises or repertoire pieces to reveal the individual potential of each voice.

My technique is based on:

* in-depth breathing exercises,
* awareness of the whole body as an instrument,
* understanding the biological principles of breathing and its artistic role,
* the development of a free and resonant vocal emission.

My main objectives are to:

* maintain a feeling of high vocal position, awareness of resonant cavities in singing,
* work on the purity and continuity of vowels (legato), work on diction (Italian, German, French, etc.)
* gradually develop the tessitura,
* harmonize and balance the different vocal registers.

Finally, I place great importance on the student's personal development. Building a voice also means supporting an artistic personality: this involves guiding each student toward a repertoire adapted to their stage of vocal development, while nurturing their sensitivity and self-confidence.

Katherine

5.0

(2)

[Please note that lessons are only available for serious students looking to be a professional musician or artist]

Katherine has been vocally trained in contemporary for 25 years and studied classical voice for three years. After developing Muscular Tension Dysphonia in 2010 and not singing for almost two years, she overcame this vocal disorder after working with some of the best voice and voice rehabilitation specialists in the UK. This experience further motivated her interest in teaching the following to her students in contemporary voice* using knowledge and training gained by renowned vocal coaches, ENTs and voice rehabilitation specialists:

- Vocal technique, health and hygiene
- Guidance in voice rehabilitation with students experiencing or recovering from vocal issues
- Managing Performance Anxiety
- Breath control
- Microphone technique and stage performance
- Basic music theory
- Artist development and mentoring

Katherine has over 15 years experience in one-to-one lessons, teaching students aged 4 years old to 50 years old of all levels and has developed programs for small choirs. Please be advised students under the age of 9 years old will be offered 30 min lessons only and will comprise of a combination of music and singing-related games and exercises.

Also offering:
- Live performance workshops

*Contemporary music styles like R&B, soul, neosoul, pop, country. She does not teach classical or jazz.
**Please note, 30 min lessons are only for students aged 10 and under. Adult students will be required to book one-hour lesson times to ensure they get the most out of their lessons and therefore their money's worth. Requests for 30 min lessons from adults will be declined and asked to book a one hour lesson.

Isabelle

5.0

(2)

Personalized vocal & postural coaching
Dijon Auditorium/Poincaré/Republic

Come discover your voice differently!

Your singing & speaking voice, its secrets, its buried aspects, its qualities & shortcomings...

Solve concerns of: tessitura, fatigue, breathing, wind tunnel, posture, joints, flow rates, endurance, power, extreme tensions, stage fright, stress, anxieties etc...

Open to all, without age or level limits.

Preparation of concerts, castings, conferences, various speeches, job interviews etc ...

See you soon !

Fran

5.0

(2)

Are you dreaming of unleashing the full potential of your voice and becoming a skilled singer? Do you aspire to master every nuance, every tone, every emotion your voice can convey? Look no further!

I am your singing teacher and vocal coach in Paris, and I'm here to guide you on your musical journey. As an expert in voice, renowned singer, choir director, and artistic director, I have dedicated my life to exploring the wonders of the human voice.

With years of experience and an endless passion for the art of singing, I offer personalized lessons that will help you discover and develop your unique voice. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your talent, my proven methods will help you achieve your musical goals.

On the agenda:

Advanced vocal techniques to develop power, control, and agility.
Exploration of different vocal ranges and musical styles, from classical to pop to jazz and rock.
Artistic interpretation to convey with emotion and authenticity every song you perform.
Preparation for auditions, studio recordings, and stage performances.
Whether you aspire to shine on stage, record in the studio, or simply thrive through music, I am here to accompany you at every step of your vocal journey.

Book your first lesson now and let me help you unleash the singer within you! 🎤✨

Contact me for more information and to reserve your spot.

Emmanuelle

5.0

(2)

Karnatic Song & Music

Getting started with Karnatic singing (south Indian music) means discovering a very rich musical world vocally, melodically and rhythmically.

What characterizes Emmanuelle's approach is to approach voice work above all else. Whatever the melody, the raga, the composition, there is no point in singing if the voice does not emerge from the right place within oneself. Adopt a correct, grounded, stable and relaxed posture.

The voice that sounds fully reflects the dimension of being.

What does it really mean to listen? It is becoming aware of the sound space occupied by the tampura*, listening to the swaras (notes), oneself, others in an internal attitude of welcome.

Ragas (melodic modes) are like living, dynamic beings, in perpetual change. Discovering a raga is like meeting a new person, little by little their personality is revealed, a dialogue is established. The relationship between the raga, the one who sings it, and also the one who listens to it becomes a living act that continues to evolve.

As for the swaras (notes), it is a question of seeking precision and paying attention to their “right place”. Finally, whether it is a vocal exercise, a composition, an improvisation, it is the tala (rhythmic cycle) which gives the essential structure.

*Tampura: a plucked string instrument from India that supports the melody of another instrument or singer by providing a continuous harmonic drone.

- Text written by Kalpana Métayer

Edith

5.0

(2)

Take care of your voice and treat yourself to quality vocal coaching with a passionate and caring teacher. Discover an original and personalized approach to develop your vocal potential!

Who am I ?
I'm Edith, a vocal coach and singer-songwriter. I had the honor of being trained as a music teacher at the Richard Cross School, which offers a unique, inclusive, and comprehensive teaching approach. I've been teaching singing and public speaking since 2019, in various settings.
Musician and singer of all styles, I passionately transmit my practical and theoretical knowledge of music, and I encourage my students to experiment with their vocal instrument above all.

What I offer you:
I help you deepen your knowledge in many areas: interpretation, memorization of texts, polyphony and melodic ear, rhythmic sense, management of pre-performance stage fright, breathing... because a singer is ALSO a musician with multiple abilities!

For who ?
Vocalists of all levels, specialized courses for teenagers (+13)/adults. Possibility of face-to-face duo courses, group courses to come.

Or ?
In a studio in Paris or Ivry-Sur-Seine, at the student's home or remotely via Zoom

When ?
Slots available on:
Monday until 6 p.m.
Tuesday until 6 p.m.
Wednesday afternoon
Thursday until 4 p.m.
Friday until 6 p.m.
Saturday for 1.5 hour slots.
One-hour individual lessons per week (adaptable according to the students' needs and wishes).

THE ADVANTAGES

️For those who take an individual course package, discount on group workshops

️For those who are part of the CHORALE DU LABO d'Ivry, €5 discount on individual lessons and workshops
English or Spanish speaking students welcome.

See you soon for a year full of music!
Yours,
Edith

Daniel

5.0

(2)

My classes consist of: --Improving Singing English for all musical styles. --Focus on proper placement of vowels and consonants for Singing English. --Vocal technique. --Professional practice/Amateur practice/Audition preparation --Interpretation coaching --Prosody (natural rhythm, stress patterns, intonation) of Singing English About me: --Vocal coach and musical director with several years of professional experience in the United States in the musical theater field. --Born and raised in the United States, native speaker of American English. --Fluent in French. --Holder of a degree in linguistics, my teaching method is based on this expertise. --Holder of a degree in piano, with 12 years of experience as a professional musician.

Daniel is a music director and pianist with a unique and varied musical background. In high school, Daniel began his professional career accompanying musical theatre productions, before working as a répétiteur for the Seattle Opera Company’s Young Artists Programs. In 2013, Daniel moved to Montreal to study piano at the Schulich School of Music. Over the next six years, he was very active as an accompanist and music director for several musical theatre productions, a jazz pianist for many bands in the city, a composer and leader of his contemporary jazz trio, which won 3rd place at the 2017 Conad International Jazz Competition, and the co-founder and music director of an independent contemporary opera company. As a ballet pianist, Daniel trained at the École Supérieure de Ballet du Québec and has since worked with Pacific Northwest Ballet, Northern Ballet, and the Australian Ballet. Since returning to Seattle in 2020, he has worked with The 5th Avenue Theatre, one of the most prestigious musical theatres in the United States, as a pianist, music director and vocal coach. Recently relocated to Paris, he currently holds a position as pianist at the Paris Opera Ballet.

Thierry-Alexandre

5.0

(2)

My approach is based both on an Italian vocal technique (bel canto) and on in-depth work with tools that will allow the artist to flourish in the exercise of their profession, to facilitate the transition from studies to professional life.
Singing / Vocal technique:
Voice placement: breath, accuracy, articulation, resonance
Musicality and interpretation
Theatrical approach: stylistic work, awareness of presence, posture and movement.
Preparation for auditions, competitions...
Progressive and adapted teaching.

Singing lessons can be accompanied by a professional pianist.

Career boosting and potential development:
Discover your artistic identity by highlighting your journey. Become aware of yourself and know how to talk about it.
To give the ability to exist in a GLOBAL artistic environment.
Concrete exercises allowing the artist to clarify their career strategy and develop their artistic depth.
Redesign of essential tools: CV, Bio, Mini Bio, and Presentation file, website.
Managing stage fright through the practice of Mindfulness (MBSR)
Communication strategy, project design and assistance in finding an artistic agent

Levy

5.0

(2)

My singing lessons are fully personalized based on your level and musical needs. We will work on various techniques to improve your vocal control and develop your potential.

Course of the sessions:

• Short body warm-up

• Vocal exercises to warm up the voice and work on technique, with emphasis on:

- breathing and breath control
- the development of the larynx
- relaxation of the jaw and resonator muscles
- projection / power techniques
- accuracy

• Repertoire adapted and specialized to your voice type and your vocal evolution, in order to fully express your musicality and artistic personality. Each course will be adapted to your progress, in a caring and motivating atmosphere, to sing with more ease, confidence and pleasure. Let's discover the world of your voice together!

Kim

5.0

(2)

Nice to meet you, I'm Kim!

I am a vocal coach and professional singer.
My goal is to guide you to find your voice and take full advantage of it!

My lessons are based on kindness and good humor, because in my opinion, music is above all a question of pleasure.

In my class, all musical styles are welcome: soul, pop, jazz, rock, French/English/international variety, etc.

My classes generally take place in 3 stages:
1) Breathing exercises and voice warm-up (15 min)

2) Vocal technique work (20 min)
- Voice placement
- Vowel/consonant work
- The resonance
- Harmony
- Emotion
- The posture
- Breathing
- The support
- The ranges
- The stamp
- Ear work

3) Interpretation of a song proposed by the student (and/or writing) (25 min)

I can accompany you on guitar or piano, or play a soundtrack. I have a microphone, a keyboard, several guitars, and a pair of speakers.
You can also accompany yourself if you prefer.

It was a pleasure and I hope to see you soon!

Joseph

5.0

(2)

Hi! I’m Joseph (Jossy Dee) on Spotify, Apple music & all streaming platforms, I'm a music producer and professional artist with hands-on experience creating and releasing original music. I work with aspiring artists who want to turn their ideas into real, high-quality tracks — not just theory, but practical results.

In my lessons, we focus on music production from an artist’s perspective: building beats, arranging songs, improving sound quality, and developing a creative workflow that fits your style. I also help students understand songwriting, basic music theory, and how to use the piano as a tool for composition and production.

If you’re interested in releasing your own music, I can guide you through the fundamentals of music distribution and promotion so you understand how to prepare your tracks for streaming platforms and grow as an independent artist.

My lessons are practical, supportive, and tailored to your goals — whether you’re just starting out or already making music and want to level up with guidance from a working artist.