Series I - Solid Vocal Foundations Online Video e-Course
- Returning back to singing after a long hiatus?
- Nervous about being in a group class?
- Want to move forward with vocal classes so badly but your budget is tight?
- New to taking any kind of singing lessons?
- Hard to register for a LIVE vocal class because they never fit your schedule?
OVERVIEW
Kickstart your vocal development and build a solid vocal foundation! This 6-week video vocal development series is all digital and is a cost-effective way to improve your vocal technique! You will learn so much that will increase your confidence - confidence is half the battle! All video sessions are housed on our online learning platform. It's like having your very own private 1:1 lessons with Vera!
Series I Weekly e-course Curriculum Mirrors the LIVE Classes:
-Breathing
-Diaphragm & Muscle Strengthening
-Full Register Development & Control
-Expand Your Vocal Range
(Prerequisites: Vocal Workshop - included in e-course)
The video e-course includes the following:
- Vocal Excellence For Christ online workshop replay
- Vocal Excellence Private Facebook Group Community access
- Supplemental short tutorials before/during each lesson
- Personalized feedback from Vera on final Week 6 video assignment
- Quick Quiz at the end to check your knowledge
- Completion Certificate
- 24/7 access for minimum of 1 year
HOW WILL I KNOW IF I AM PROGRESSING?
By now this is probably your biggest question. Take a look at the list below for an idea of what to expect each week and how you should be improving. (Don't worry we'll include the list in the e-course!) We also supplement the e-course with live Q&A sessions. In addition, if you really really feel like you need it (you probably won't!), you can also book one or two supplemental 30-minute sessions with me for private guidance. Email [email protected] for Private Vocal Training options.
WHAT TO EXPECT WEEKLY
(Short video tutorials during each lesson and super simple vocal exercise homework every week)
Week 1 - Intro to Breath Management, Diaphragm/Muscle Strengthening and Lip/Tongue Trilling
Week 2 - Strengthen what you learned in Week 1
Week 3 - We'll continue vocalizing and introduce a new vowel sound every week. You should start to feel solid and more in control of how you release tones
Week 4 - Continue vocalizing with new vowel sound...You should feel even more solid in head/chest/diaphragm control/breath mgmt and **start mixing**
Week 5 - Continue vocalizing with new vowel sound...You should now be mixing on EVERY exercise where appropriate based on the notes
Week 6 - Continue vocalizing...You should be better at mixing! Final Student Video Assignment
As with the live classes, the students who PRACTICE EVERYDAY are the ones who will see marked WEEKLY results.
The course is designed to roll out each lesson every 7 days to give you time to practice, so that your singing muscles have time to adapt in order for muscle memory to occur. If you are not progressing as shown above, REWIND and REVIEW as much as you need to!
*Scroll down for additional details and FAQs
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND FAQs
VOCAL ASSESSMENT
$55 USD (30 minutes LIVE 1 on 1 w/Vera)
*RECOMMENDED*
I'll be making several comments and referring to vocal ranges throughout the video course (for both male and female vocal ranges). Knowing your vocal range will be helpful to know what applies to you and to ensure you are stretching yourself accordingly. And also to know where you should NOT expect your voice to have range.
VOCAL ASSESSMENT
(Required for all LIVE classes, and recommended for e-courses)
Confirm your vocal range (finally!) and receive an overall assessment of your vocal strengths and weaknesses. Includes brief review of the different vocal registers and recommendation on where you should focus your ongoing development. (30 minute session 1:1 LIVE with Vera)
Email [email protected] for scheduling.
If you desire to take some vocal lessons with me but could never make it work, I hope this is a viable option for you. Remember, we have to STRIVE for vocal mastery. The last thing the enemy wants is to have skilled AND anointed singers wreaking havoc in his realm. And I'm here to help you do just that! 😏
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
If you have additional questions not covered here, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
ARE THERE ANY PREREQUISITES?
Yes - but it's built into the course! The Online Vocal Workshop is included in the e-course for your convenience.
WHAT IF I HAVE ALREADY ATTENDED THE VOCAL WORKSHOP LIVE OR VIEWED THE TRAINING?
Unfortunately our systems do not have an automated way of checking if you've already attended a vocal workshop, so just send an email to [email protected] and we will manually mark you completed in the system so you can move on to the Series I vocal lessons.
WHEN ARE THE MONTHLY LIVE Q&A SESSIONS?
The Live Q&As with Vera will be held on Saturdays of every month from 11:00am-12:00pm US ET. *Unless otherwise announced-subject to change. The session will be recorded and made available to all students enrolled at the time. You will receive an invite to the upcoming Q&A session upon enrollment.
WHAT IF I CANNOT MAKE THE Q&A SESSIONS?
Each Q&A session will be recorded and made available to all students enrolled at the time. If you have a question that did not get covered you can also send an email to [email protected].
WOULD THIS TRAINING BE HELPFUL FOR CHILDREN?
YES! Please be advised though that children going through puberty have unique vocal challenges where live instruction may be more ideal. In addition, young children may not be able to follow the principles/concepts that will be explained but may do well just singing along with the vocal exercises. If your child finds the exercises too difficult, feel free to book live private training with Vera that can be customized to their level of ability.
CAN BOTH MALES AND FEMALES BENEFIT FROM THIS SAME TRAINING COURSE?
YES! All the lesson are pitched so that both male and female vocal ranges are addressed. There will be several comments throughout the course regarding what vocal ranges should be singing what (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone). If you are unsure of what your vocal range is, you should book a Vocal Assessment so that you are singing the notes appropriate for you.
HOW WILL I KNOW HOW HIGH OR LOW I SHOULD BE SINGING AND WHAT NOTES I SHOULD BE ABLE TO HIT?
There will be several comments throughout the course regarding what notes vocal ranges should be singing (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone). If you are unsure of what your vocal range is, you should book a Vocal Assessment so that you are singing the notes appropriate for you.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF I AM MAKING PROGRESS?
Scroll up on this page and review the "What to Expect Weekly" section. If you are not progressing as shown above, REWIND and REVIEW as much as you need to! You can also consider booking 1 or 2 supplemental live sessions with Vera to spot check your progress if you really feel the need.
CAN I SWITCH TO A LIVE CLASS?
YES! You can register for a LIVE private session at anytime. *However* - There is no refund if you have already started the e-course. We "may" be able to refund you or transfer the cost to a live class - email us to discuss your situation as it will be on a case by case basis. We strive for the best outcomes for all our students! In addition, all LIVE classes require a Vocal Assessment if you have not already completed one.
CAN I SUPPLEMENT THE VIDEOS WITH LIVE INSTRUCTION IF I'M HAVING TROUBLE?
YES! You can book 1 or 2 supplemental live sessions with Vera to spot check your progress or help you with any difficulty. Email [email protected] for scheduling. Ensure you have completed the vocal workshop and at least *started* the vocal lessons...we want you to make the best use of your time!
WHAT IS THE CANCEL/REFUND POLICY?
In general, there is no refund for purchase of digital products. However, you "may" be eligible for a refund if you have not started the e-course. All decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.
*Course fees are subject to change.
Vera C. Okoro
For over 20 years, Vera has been using her personal experience, skills and training to coach and mentor choirs, worship groups, singers and vocalists of all levels, ages and genders; teaching them how to use the full range and capacity of their voice to sing and minister in excellence. She is a true handmaiden of the Lord, whose mission is to raise up a generation of vocalists that are BOTH skilled AND anointed carriers of the presence of God whenever and wherever they minister.