Lessons in Portland, Oregon
When: Thursday, September 12 through Sunday, September 15, 2019
Where: Ascension Episcopal Parish, 1823 S.W. Spring St., Portland, OR
Dr. Julia Nielsen will be offering private lessons in Portland, OR from September 12-14, and in Vancouver, OR on September 15, 2019.
During these sessions, the singer will receive a functional voice assessment–a thorough check-up of many of the component technical skills that are necessary for free, efficient, healthy phonation in the classical/operatic style, including:
Breath and Support
- Posture and body alignment
- Inhalation
- Lower body support, including intercostal, abdominal, lower back, and chest muscles
- Breath pressure (energy) vs. breath flow (release)
Vocal folds
- Onset and offset (i.e., initiation and release of tone)
- Vocal fold closure during phonation (balanced, pressed, breathy)
- Registration (development and balance of “head” and “chest” mechanisms)
- Range and dynamic control
Resonance
- Open throat (including palate posture)
- Neck/jaw/tongue release
- Laryngeal position and flexibility
- Facial posture and embouchure (mouth opening)
Articulation
- Vowel and consonant clarity
- Freedom and flexibility of tongue/jaw/palate during pronunciation
- Legato singing in text
Singers will receive:
- Specific, tailored exercises designed for areas of coordination that need building, improving, or adjusting
- Self-monitoring tools to employ while using these exercises
- The opportunity to ask questions freely, regarding any aspect of vocal coordination. The singer’s own curiosity and concerns will help to guide the process!
To request a session, please email Dr. Nielsen at julia@singerspace.com.