Singing Lessons Questions.

HOW IS LYN GILLETT DIFFERENT FROM OTHER SINGING TEACHERS?

Apart from her experience as a seasoned contemporary performer, Lyn has appropriate technical qualifications to be able to teach singing (she teaches other singing teachers how to teach). Lyn offers classical cross-over vocal training that enables classically-trained singers to adapt their voices to a contemporary vocal environment. Lyn is passionate about vocal health for contemporary singers, and all lessons are structured with sound technique in mind.

DO YOU WORK WITH BANDS?

Yes, if you’re a band on the road, it may be easier for tuition to take place in your venue, rather than one of our voice studios. Please email Lyn Gillett Voice Studio for more information about singing lessons for bands.

SHOULD I GET SINGING LESSONS FOR MY YOUNG CHILD?

Singing lessons for young children are fine provided that the focus is on teaching children what NOT to do so that they do not damage their voices.

Lyn Gillett Voice Studio provides the opportunities for both small groups of children and private singing lessons for children from 10 years. All children are assessed before acceptance into lessons with Lyn Gillett and the appropriate teaching situation suggested to parents. For example if a child is already involved in the music or music theatre industries and / or auditioning for roles regularly it is more likely that private lessons would be advised in order that technical faults are overcome and observed very closely, and repertoire choices monitored. Should the child be interested in singing purely for enjoyment a small group situation may be perfect. The emphasis on vocal technique and development of good vocal health habits is offered in both situations at the Lyn Gillett Voice Studio. We have provided some children’s singing lessons parental tips.

Not all singing teachers have equivalent qualifications or capability.

For the best possible result for your child, we recommend you search for a teacher who is a member of Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing (ANATS).

MY VOICE HAS TECHNICAL PROBLEMS. WILL SINGING LESSONS IMPROVE IT?

If your voice is weak, singing lessons will improve it. Our singing lessons include vocal exercises to strengthen your voice.

If you think your head voice sounds airy, singing lessons will help you to blend your chest and head tone.

Lyn Gillett focuses on teaching and applying correct singing principles, so a blended vocal tone or mix can be achieved quickly and permanently.

WHAT SHALL I SING? WHAT STYLE OF MUSIC SHOULD I CHOOSE?

If you are not sure what styles or songs suit you, guidance will be offered to assist you. To begin with, usually two or three styles of music are suggested which suit your singing range until your own ‘style’ emerges. Singing a number of vocal styles will create a more versatile singer.

DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN MUSIC?

Yes, it is the student’s responsibility to provide music for your singing lessons.

BUT I HAVE NEVER SUNG IN FRONT OF ANYONE BEFORE, HOW WILL I KNOW WHAT TO DO?

As part of your private singing tuition, you will be taught both vocal, performance and auditioning (if required) skills.

Singing beginners will be guided by Ms. Gillett and assisted in the choice of repertoire to suit the vocal requirements and taste of student.

Singing lessons are based on the students needs and goals, with vocal exercises tailored for the individual.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING FOR PRIVATE SINGING LESSONS?

It is student responsibility to provide music for your classes, in accordance with APRA and AMCOS guidelines.

You will need to bring:

• The relevant form of music discussed at your singing assessment (sheet music or chord charts).
• Backing tracks (ideal to achieve an authentic sound, and great tools to use for vocal practice purposes).
• Midi files if appropriate
• CD backings or backing tracks in MP3 format
• An exercise book to record singing lesson notes.
• Plastic folder with clear plastic inserts for singing work sheets and exercises.

HOW DO I ARRANGE MY ASSESSMENT/SINGING LESSONS?

Start today. Call the Lyn Gillett Voice Studio on 0407 625 939 or email Lyn to arrange your singing lessons or assessment.

Technical Singing Questions.

WHAT PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES ARE COVERED IN SINGING LESSONS?

Singing Lessons are based on the following foundation principles of good vocal technique:

• Vocal Breath Support and Management,
• Vocal Articulation, diction and ‘accenting’ requirements
• Singing postural alignment, vowel modification and mouth shaping.
• Improvement in vocal range and vocal projection by the application of new singing skills.
• Development of confident Stage Presentation and Performance Skills
• Musicianship
• Microphone technique
• Appropriate vocal tonal colour for all styles. Achieve the correct kind of sound for the particular singing style you enjoy.