How long will it take for me to learn how to sing?
It depends on the level of singing that you wish to achieve, many students come to New Diamond Music and often will require help with their Higher School Certificate. Almost all of our students hear a very noticeable improvement in every lesson. They also improve on a weekly basis if they practice for 30 minutes to 1 hour a day. If you have a trained musical ear and want to sing basic contemporary songs (Rock, Pop, R&B etc), it usually takes about 3 months of consistent voice lessons with me in order to sing in tune with a pleasant vocal tone. If you want to learn how to make your voice sound more beautiful or sing higher or reach a professional level, it may take more time.
Can you teach me how to sing in tune while performing live and in a recording studio?
Yes, I can teach you how to sing in tune in any setting – live and in a recording studio. Students bring the material they are looking to record in the studio to their singing lessons. I show my students how to fix their pitch, placement, nasality, diction and more. I teach my students how to develop a personal style and a unique vocal tone.
What styles of singing do you teach?
I offer voice lessons and vocal coaching (voice coaching) in all styles Pop, Rock, Alternative, R&B,, Gospel, Classical, Heavy Metal, Country, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Blues and much more.
My voice goes hoarse after 2 hours of singing - can you help me?
Yes, I can teach you how to sing 8 or more hours a day without going hoarse. In fact, if you’re following my technique exactly, your voice should improve each day as it gets stronger.
At what age do you start teaching children?
Children can start singing lessons with us as early as four years old. Sometimes I accept kids who just turned 3. The ability to read is not necessary. It’s best to start training children as early as possible.
I have a low voice - can you help me sing higher?
Yes. There are many things you can learn and apply in order to sing higher such as breath support, placement, vocal resonances, singing on the vowels and more. In addition, there might be things you are currently doing that prevent your voice from reaching high notes, such as vocal abuse. I will let you know in your private voice lesson what the best strategy is for you.
I haven't had any singing lessons, voice lessons, or any kind of vocal coaching as a child. I am in my 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's etc. Is it too late for me to start now?
It’s never too late. Singing is a skill that you can learn at any age. Adults typically improve quickly if they are consistent with taking weekly lessons and practicing every day. I’ve taught students ranging from 20’s to 80’s with remarkable improvements. The key is to be consistent with your voice lessons and to prioritise good habits.
I have no talent for singing. Is there hope for me?
Singing ability is not a talent. It’s a skill that you can learn at any age. About one in ten thousand people are tone deaf – they can not be taught how to sing, to my knowledge. As long as you are not a mute and are not tone deaf, you can learn how to sing on a professional level.
What Styles of Music do you teach?
We teach the below styles:
I sing in a foreign language or I want to sing a song in a different language can I?
Linda speaks five languages so you will absolutely catered for and your learning experience.
- English
- Italian