Online Lessons
Online Lessons: Pros and Cons
I’m going to be honest that online lessons are not as good as in-person lessons but they can have immense value. A lot of your experience will be based on your device (computer, tablet, phone) and the quality of both our internet connections. The best audio equipment masks some important features of your voice, and, because teachers also teach by watching, an unclear video connection can be an issue.
But I get that folks have good reasons to take online lessons. Online lessons are certainly better than you just watching “how to sing” videos on Youtube with no individualized instruction or feedback on your singing. And they’re infinitely better than no lessons at all. So, as long as you have a good connection with reasonably good audio/visual input, then there is a lot of great work we can do together.
Here’s what you need to do
You must have a device with internet connection. A computer is the best and preferable way, but we can try your tablet or cell phone.
You must be able to send and receive live audio and video. This means you need to have a camera and an internal or external microphone.
You must be able to play prerecorded music/tracks on your device. This includes exercises that I provide for you and any karaoke/accompaniment tracks you use with your singing.
You must be able to use online video conferencing software. I primarily use Zoom.
You must be able to pay electronically. You can pay for lessons through ChaseQuickpay, Zelle, or Venmo and it must be ahead of the lesson.
Online lessons are almost identical to in-person lessons. You can read up on how lessons work on my lessons page. If you’re ready to try it out, then shoot me a note and we’ll find a time to work together.
Yire is a jazz and classical singer who used to be a recording artist in Korea. Working on her high notes!