A - is for artists. Our aim is to
help talented singers become real artists.
B - is for
body. We'll help you develop your voice to create fuller sound, and to use body
language to be visually exciting and believable on stage.
C -
communication is what singing is all about. We'll help you find the right wavelength
to reach the audience and tell them a story that touches them.
D - design.
I'll show you how to re-design the phrasing, so that any
song, even a well-known one, can become your personal interpretation.
E - emphasis.
How to put natural nuance into your words, just as you do when you are talking, so that it
really sounds like you mean what you are singing about
F -
flexibility. A singer should be able to handle everything, from traditional gospel,
contemporary, Christian, to gospel jazz.
G - is for
giving of yourself. Everyone knows you have to sing with feeling.
H - is for
(bad) habits which many singers have. We'll clean them up and make better music.
I -
imitating. is ok for impressionists, but for a song career it's a disaster. I'll help you
develop your own individual style.
J - is for
jaws which have to work harder to create better dynamics, which will make you much more
interesting to listen to.
K - is for
the knowledge we've gained in 20 years as a voice instructor. I'll teach you all I can
about professionalism.
L - listening
to yourself (afterwards) is very important for your
development. That's why we record every session.
M -
microphone technique is easy to learn.
N - is for
natural. Everything has to be natural - how you sound, the way you look and the way you
move.
O - is for
the orchestra of unique sounds we humans can make.
P - We'll
help you put your own personality into your singing. Remember it's not what you say - it's
what you think about it and the way that you say it that's important.
Q - is for
quiet. Here in N-Time we have one on one coaching sessions.
R -
recitals. Twice yearly recitals help you prepare for performances.
S - is for
styles. We work with all kinds of material.
T -
technique. We'll help you with "tails", timing, vibrato and everything
else.
U - is for
understanding the singer's job. What, why, and how to do it.
V - is your
voice. We can improve your range, power, sound and
projection.
W -
N-time welcomes students of all ages.
X - is for
equations like : How you look = how you sound and Input + Output = Feedback.
Y - you have
to make things happen and we'll help you do that.
Z -
zzzzzzzzzzz is the sound of the audience sleeping, and we don't want them
doing that, do we ? |
Private lessons at N-Time teach the principles of expressive
singing. Emphasis is placed on proper vocal technique, breathing, articulation as well
as dramatic interpretation and presentation. Learn to control your breath, to expand your range and to sing with your own
unique sound. We'll teach you all you need to know about vocal technique, harmony, ear
training, and song interpretation.
We specialize in vocal technique for gospel and
Christian singers of all levels.We focus on your personal need in developing your voice.
By improving your cardiovascular strength and
breath stamina; by stimulating your endorphins and by strengthening your overall
muscle tone, the singer can be helped to sing higher, clearer, with less strain and add
more energy and emotion to the singing.
Instruction Includes:
The basic principle of singing
Discovering potential vocal power
The basics of breathing
Focusing the voice
The five basic vowels
The initiation of tone
Blending vocal colors
Endurance exercises
Vibrato
The elements of phrasing
Maintaining Intensity
Breathing for phrasing
Consonants.
Proper posture and vocal maintenance.
Voice maintenance
The anatomy of singing
VOCAL TECHNIQUE - breath support, vibrato
control, articulation of consonants and vowels, voice placement and resonance for
expressive singing, lower and upper register (falsetto, head voice), smoothing out the
'break', volume control and more.
VOCAL STYLE - Develop your own style - phrasing, voice coloring, pronunciation -
how to improvise. Blues and Pentatonic scales influencing melody - how to build emotional
intensity.
Have a voice that people like to listen to
- Have a voice that is dynamic and expressive
- Have a voice that commands respect
- Be three times as persuasive
- Relax and overcome stage fright
- Build vocal stamina and endurance
- Improve your diction
- Present a successful image . . and much more
Some question whether or not they
could learn to sing. There are so many myths about singing. Many people believe that only
"special" people can sing, you have to be "born" with it, it is
"too late", etc, etc.
Because we use our voices everyday,
voice lessons are more akin to physical therapy, dance or other athletic endeavors than
instrumental music study. Singing is mostly awareness and coordination. It is also similar
to learning to ride a bike or drive a clutch car. At first it takes an incredible amount
of concentration but as you gain "muscle memory" eventually you go on "auto
pilot" and you can then focus on other things. This is our goal and experience with
voice training as well. Eventually you progress to the point where you don't even think
about technique, you just focus on artistic self expression and the joy of singing.
Beginners are welcome!
Day, weekend & evening times are available. All
ages & all levels of ability welcome. Lessons are completely private and one on one.
Call N-Time today to begin to perfect your vocal
music ministry.
Lessons are $37.50 per one hour session. Payment in
advance and payable on the first session of the month.
N-Time Music Productions, Inc.
3806 S. Ferdinand St.
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 723-3152
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