How To Sing: The Complete Beginner Course

Review and perform the diaphragm breathing exercises in front of a mirror.

Explanation of the diaphragm's parts and its role in singing.

Sing three notes that are tonally close together to train your ears.

Learn a new exercise to understand and control your larynx.

Understanding why high notes can be difficult and how to manage it.

Use an apple to work on diction and face muscle flexibility.

Breathing exercise with an added hissing sound.

A three-step exercise to improve facial muscle flexibility.

Exercise to feel facial bone resonance while singing.

Sing three adjacent notes to practice pitch accuracy.

Review of the humming exercise with nasal resonance.

Loud "Hey!" exercise to practice nasal resonance.

Preparing for a new breathing exercise.

Introduction to staccato notes and their importance.

Singing staccato notes with the syllable "da."

Introduction to ear training with five notes on "da."

Assignment to practice abdominal breathing.

Practice the melody with attention to jaw movement.

Introduction to the song assignment for the next lesson.

The required material is available in the "Homework" section of this course.

You'll be listening to and singing the Hallelujah song, particularly the first verse and chorus (00:00 - 00:50).

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Introduction to the lesson and what to expect.

Warm-up exercises for face muscles, reviewing previous techniques.

Explanation and practice of the “Horse Exercise” to relax lips.

Singing “Hey” with an incorrect bite to increase vocal strength.

Transitioning from closed jaw to open jaw singing for the song.

Breathing exercise focusing on lower back expansion.

Singing exercise with the syllable “Dao.”

Singing exercise combining “Dwe” and “Li” syllables.

Listening and preparing the chorus and second verse of “Hallelujah.”

Recap and farewell until the next lesson.

Warm-up with yawning exercises to prepare the throat muscles.

Revisiting and enhancing previously learned exercises.

Sing a three-note exercise starting with a closed mouth and then an open mouth.

Review the “Hey” exercise from Lesson 3 with a new variation.

Check and practice the “DWE - LI” exercise from Lesson 4.

Learn about logical points and accents in a song for dynamic singing.

Understanding and practicing the “Wave Effect” in singing.

Practice the fast “Dwei” exercise for agility and control.

Practice singing the “Hey” sound with a lazy start and popping effect.

Focus on understanding the mood and dynamics of the song.

Introduction to the NGA sound followed by a five-note descending scale.

Discuss how to add emotions and sound colors to a melody.

Learn how to use cheek muscles to create a forward-placed sound.

Record and compare singing with and without the cheek muscle exercise.

Tips on avoiding common mistakes when using the cheeks exercise.

Learn about melisma and how it adds flexibility and embellishment to the melody.

Homework to practice melisma with active tongue and teeth articulation.

Sing the second part of “Hallelujah” using the cheeks trick.

Preparation for the next lesson focusing on loud sounding without tension.

Advanced warm-up with a long melody involving continuous and separated notes.

Introduction to a new loud sounding exercise with the syllable “IE.”

Encouragement to push vocal limits and embrace loud, bright sounding.

Introducing a variation of the loud sounding exercise with an ascending ending.

Introduction to an advanced tongue exercise involving the entire tongue.

Expand the range of the tongue exercise to cover a wider melody line.

Introduction and practice of the “rocket” exercise to create a vocal line.

Explanation of melismas and their role in music.

Tips on avoiding throat tension and focusing on forward sound projection.

Use the index finger trick to direct sound to the upper jaw during melisma.

Introduction to a faster “nga” exercise involving six notes.

Encouragement to keep progressing and move to the homework assignments.

Lying down breathing exercise focusing on smooth and controlled exhalation.

Practice walking while holding a steady vocal sound.

Choose a previously learned exercise to practice and improve.

Introduction to changing registers with the “falsetto” exercise using “ra” and “da” syllables.

Practice adding high notes to the falsetto exercise with contrasting emotions.

Explanation and demonstration of the mixed voice technique for seamless register transitions.

Tips on using upper teeth to visualise and direct voice for bright, ringing sounds.

Introduction to planning and structuring a song with dynamic “waves.”

Analyse “Hallelujah” to create a dynamic plan with calm, climax, and resolution sections.

Reminder about the importance of vocal warm-ups before practice.

Homework assignment to practice mixed voice with different syllables.

Assignment to perform a song with full artistry and emotional expression.

Assignment to introduce a new song and plan its performance.

Introduction to the warm-up exercises to refresh and activate muscle memory.

Performing an advanced version of the “horse” exercise with emphasis on abdominal support and facial muscles.

Activating lips and relaxing the root of the tongue with the Tongue Circle Exercise.

Repeating the “brrrr” exercise with the option to use your hand for support.

Singing a 5-note scale on “baba”, “mama” and “dada”

Introducing a new exercise combining elements from previous ones with “ie.”

Introduction to the Chair Exercise to combine physical action with vocal performance.

Singing “Shallow” while moving the chair to release energy.

Exploring the different performance styles to find your artistic identity.

Integrating phrasing, dynamics, and other techniques into your performance.

Singing “Shallow” focusing on expressing your feelings and artistic style.

Practice exercises from Lessons 1, 2, and 3, focusing on jaw and breathing techniques.

Practice advanced exercises for muscle memory, focusing on throat and diaphragm.

Conclusion of the lesson with encouragement to keep enjoying and improving.

Welcoming to the final lesson with a focus on individual voice qualities and musical preferences.

Breathing in three times and exhaling with a hissing sound to activate the diaphragm.

Warm-up exercise focusing on nasal resonance with a closed mouth.

Activating face muscles by being very active with your lips and opening your mouth wide.

Singing “Dwei-Dwei…” to stretch vocal cords and make them more flexible.

Using the “Nga” sound to engage vocal cords and work on flexibility.

Singing melismas and adding physical action by snapping fingers for emphasis.

Singing on “dao” to activate chest resonance for low notes.

Developing chest and head registers with an emphasis on snapping fingers at the start.

Exploring vocal mimicry and how to imitate timbre, style, and vocal tricks of other singers.

Techniques for imitating your favorite singers and developing unique vocal qualities.

Understanding different musical styles and how they influence vocal techniques.

Practicing the Strohbass technique by producing low, creaky sounds.

Integrating falsetto techniques into the song “Wicked Game.”

Identifying suitable warm-up exercises for different musical styles.

How to choose songs that fit your vocal range, style, and personality.

Wrapping up the final lesson with encouragement to continue exploring and developing your vocal skills.