How to Write Voice Lessons
Vocal lessons typically consist of scale exercises arranged to strengthen specific vocal techniques. Vocal teachers will generally go over these exercises with students during sessions, but they need something to send with students that will allow them to practice outside class times. Written vocal exercises are ideal for this purpose, because the exercises not only give your students a tangible copy of important exercises but also help strengthen their sight-reading skills. Writing your own voice lessons is easy when you make a habit of doing it regularly.
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Consider the purpose of each of your voice lessons. After you've written them down, you will want to compile them in some way. Arrange your voice lessons in categories based on purpose to keep them organized. Some lessons are designed to increase range, while others are designed to increase power. Write your voice lessons with these purposes in mind, and note the purpose at the top of each lesson. An effective voice lesson plan should cover a range of lessons to help enhance all areas of singing, from technique to vocal health.
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Write each lesson on blank music paper with musical notation on the staff and words and syllables for the vocal exercises under the notes. Include additional instructional notecards with each lesson that includes information a student can use to help him perform the exercises correctly or tips for making the most of the exercises. Write down basic techniques for teaching breathing control.
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Write some exercises strictly in syllable form, without musical notes, to practice in any key that will specifically help with enunciation.
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Write a section on vocal health. Give your students information and tips that will help them maintain their vocal health in addition to lessons designed to extend range and to teach voice control.
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