tonebase Voice Course

The Sustained Tone and Legato

Taught by renowned 

vocal coach

 

Rachelle Jonck

Discover the techniques that classical singers have been relying on for centuries to create and develop beautiful singing. In this lesson learn about the pricipals of Bel Canto and why you should apply it to your singing today!

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    Difficulty: 
    Mezzo-Soprano, Tenor, Soprano, Bass/Baritone
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    Duration: 
    1
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     hour

Course Syllabus

Introduction to The Bel Canto Skill Set

Discover the techniques that classical singers have been relying on for centuries to create and develop beautiful singing. In this lesson learn about the pricipals of Bel Canto and why you should apply it to your singing today!

Skill 1: The Sustained Tone

In this lesson, Rachelle teaches you the fundamental skill of maintaining a single pitch. Its an exploration of a seemingly simple skill that is so challenging for most singers to master.

Skill 1: The Sustained Tone Demonstrations

Join Rachelle Jonck, Camille Sherman, Anne Elizabeth Sorbara, Alexander Scheuermann and Derrick Goff as they demonstrate practical applications of the Sustained Tone.

Skill 2: Legato

In this lesson, you will learn the fundamental building block of all singing - joining one pitch to another. Join Rachelle Jonck as she offers you a practical guide to developing legato.

Skill 2: Legato Demonstrations

Join Rachelle Jonck, Camille Sherman, Anne Elizabeth Sorbara, Alexander Scheuermann and Derrick Goff as they demonstrate practical applications of Legato.

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With a career that spans continents and decades Opera coach Rachelle Jonck is one of the premiere experts in the Bel Canto singing style.

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