Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntroductions & Connection
Get to know the student - why they’re interested in singing, musical background, and goals. Share a little about yourself.
Materials & Setup
Show them how to use their binder, pencil, and water. Review where to find music (e.g., public library, emailed PDFs).
Breathing Basics
Introduce simple diaphragmatic breathing exercises.
Pitch Matching
Have them match single notes as you sing/play, using call-and-response.
Rhythm Awareness
Practice clapping or tapping easy rhythm patterns.
First Song
Introduce a very simple, age-appropriate song to see how they absorb melody and words.
Lesson 2-3Breath Support
Expand on breathing techniques: sustaining longer notes, controlled exhales.
Pitch Exercises
Stepwise scale patterns (do–re–mi). Work on accuracy and ear training.
Rhythm Development
More complex clapping patterns, combining voice with rhythm.
Reading Foundations
If younger students can read, begin introducing basic music symbols (note values, staff lines).
Song Work
Add a slightly longer song. Encourage expression, not just accuracy.
Lesson 4-10Technique Building
Vowel shaping and resonance awareness.
Breath + posture exercises.
Introduction to diction and clarity.
Pitch & Range Expansion
Simple arpeggios and wider intervals.
Rhythm & Musicianship
Begin sight-reading very simple melodies.
Repertoire Growth
Add 2–3 new songs across different styles (folk, musical theatre, children’s classics).
Performance Skills
Confidence-building through “mini-performances” in lessons.
Self-Reflection
Teach them how to track their progress in their binder.
Lesson 11+Advanced Technique
Stronger breath control (phrasing through full lines).
Tone quality and resonance refinement.
Introduction to dynamics (soft vs. loud, crescendos).
Musicianship
More detailed rhythm and sight-singing work.
Ear training with intervals and harmonies.
Artistry
Exploring emotion and storytelling in songs.
Stage presence and connecting with the audience.
Repertoire Expansion
Broader mix of songs: classical, Broadway, popular styles.
Student Choice
Allow them to start picking songs they’re passionate about.
Performance Prep
Begin preparing for a small recital, audition, or recording.
