12-WEEK SINGING COURSE
IN LEEDS
Starts on 3rd of July 2024
weekly on Wednesdays 6:30PM-9:30PM
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Are you passionate about singing but unsure where to start, held back by doubts about your abilities and fears of not succeeding in the competitive music industry?
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Do you find that your voice doesn't carry well or respond as you intend, whether you're just starting or an experienced singer struggling with hitting the right notes and maintaining vocal steadiness?
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Have you felt stressed about performing because you can't hit high notes effortlessly, or are you worried that your vocal technique needs refining due to frequent soreness after performances?
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Have you tried to improve your singing but felt lost without clear guidance and direction?
Imagine taking the stage confidently, embarking on tours, and engaging your voice for long, powerful performances. Are you ready to take the next step, enhance your skills, and chase your dream of becoming a conscious singer? Join me for a 12-week Singing Course where I’ll teach you how to reach the full potential of your voice!
Twist and turns of training your vocals
Have you answered "yes" to any of the questions above? If so, that was me before I started applying the right techniques to my singing. My name is Kinga, and I am a professional singer, vocal coach, and certified MAP practitioner. My path to this title wasn't smooth, and I fully understand what it's like to doubt your vocal abilities.
Have I ever dealt with my voice breaking, lacking consistency, or not carrying well? Have I struggled to keep it in shape, feeling as though it does whatever it wants, especially when I least expect it? Have I worried about reaching that high belt in the chorus, experiencing strain and tension? The answer is yes! I've been through all of that, and in some ways, I'm glad I did because it led me to find the answers to my problems, and I'm now a confident, conscious singer equipped with tools I can apply to my singing. But it wasn’t always like that...
During two decades of my education, I studied at five vocal schools across Poland, one in the UK, one in Denmark, and also had private singing tuition in Italy. Unfortunately, many of these places left me with more questions than answers. I was often given vague advice like "imagine things" or "sing louder, with more passion"—but without any clear instructions on how to do it. This left me questioning myself: Am I just not getting it? Am I simply not good enough? It wasn't a great place to be, especially considering how tough the music industry can be. I nearly gave up.
But then I discovered the Complete Vocal Technique, and finally, I got the answers I was seeking. I learned how to control my voice with the correct breathing technique, understood what support is, how my diaphragm works, and where it is located in my body. I was taught about the various sounds in my voice, how to achieve a healthy belt, an emotional cry, or how to sing softly yet powerfully with or without breathiness. These techniques, which are closely tied to the anatomy and physiology of the voice,
provided simple rules to follow and opened up a world of possibilities for expressing myself through singing. With control over my voice, I can explore so many ways to express myself in a song.
Your body is your instrument, and mastering it for singing is probably the most complicated one to master. It involves not only physical handling of the singing technique- but also psychological challenges, including dealing with emotions, overcoming limiting beliefs, maintaining motivation for daily practice, and handling setbacks.
Have you ever doubted your ability to achieve your dream of becoming a singer, thinking your voice isn't good enough or you lack the right talent? Have you struggled with a lack of motivation or found the practice too difficult? Or perhaps you dream big but in real life, you procrastinate and don't take an action step. I must admit, that was me too, don't worry—these are only the beliefs in your unconscious mind and these are not real! The truth is, you can achieve and be anything that you set your focus on.
During my journey, I studied the psychology of a human and therefore I became the MAP - Make Anything Possible Method Practitioner which helps you to look into yourself and neutralize limiting beliefs. Our unconscious mind is very powerful, probably about 40.000 times more powerful than our conscious mind. It is based on the beliefs and memories we create throughout our lives and works on automatic response. It handles everything from our basic functions like breathing to complex emotions and behaviours without our conscious awareness. This is a good thing really because you don’t have to think, for example, how to breathe or hold the spoon when
you're eating. However, it also stores limiting beliefs that might 'protect' you by keeping you from trying new things like learning to sing! These are normal responses, all human beings experience it! —all you need to do is just notice them and unplug them to move smoothly in your singing journey and I will show you how to make the process of becoming a singer less painful for you.
I went through some tough times and am confident that I can help you to achieve it as well with my expertise. As a certified CVT Teacher and MAP Practitioner, I help singers unlock their full potential, elevate their vocal performance, and transform their passion for singing into a fulfilling career. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, and turn your vocal dreams into reality.
Vocal technique & what we are going to learn
So let’s talk about my offer and what exactly my solution is...
I have created a 12-week singing course that will teach you the right, scientifically proven method of vocal technique called the Complete Vocal Technique. It will take place in Leeds, 3 hours on wednesday from 6.30 pm to 9.30pm. Why is it called Complete? Because it includes all sounds humans can make and explains how to produce them healthily. Why 12 weeks? Because it takes time to develop a new skill and create healthy habits. During this course, you’ll get to know your voice inside out and create a good relationship with it. We will experiment with the sounds and take your understanding of your voice to a different level.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Support - This topic is probably the most important in the whole vocal technique. It teaches you how to control your breath. When we produce a sound, the air presses on
vocal cords based on our larynx and we need to do it consciously to know what amount of air to use to achieve the sound we want. I will show you how the diaphragm works, and what muscles in your body help you to control it and therefore to control the airflow.
Twang - Twang is created inside your larynx and helps you to control sound better, add volume, and remove unnecessary breath from your voice. Using twang will help you achieve a brighter, clearer sound. You’ll gain extra control over your sound, it will carry better. You can say bye to breaking voices and unintentional vocal breaks. Twang is gold!
Vocal Modes - In CVT we have four vocal modes: Neutral, Curbing, Overdrive, and Edge. Each of them has a different set of rules to follow which helps you to achieve different types of sounds:
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● Neutral is a soft sound, that can be quiet when used with more air. Louder in a higher pitch. It’s a nice sound to use for example in the opening song part like the first verse.
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● Curbing is known as an emotional cry. When you don’t want to get very loud but still want to emphasize something in the song related to emotion. It is a medium loud sound.
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● Overdrive/Edge - these are two belts, if you want to sound loud like a rock singer these are to use. One works better in a lower pitch, the other one is more twangy, and great to use for high and powerful notes.
We will also look into sound colour: light and dark sound colour can be achieved in every mode if you choose to do so by changing the shape of the vocal tract (position of
the tongue, the shape of the mouth, the position of the larynx, soft palate, opening or closing of the nasal passage. The amount of twang added to the voice). By changing a sound colour you can explore more options in the sound in every mode. Who knows? You might perhaps discover that you like darker sound colours more and become an opera singer or soul singer which is a choice that type of singer usually goes for!
Vocal effects - These are the advanced techniques we are going to look at in the end when you master previous topics. Vocal effects such as distortion, growl, grunt, creak or creaking, rattle, riffs and runs, vocal breaks, and vibrato. Do you want to sound like a rock or metal singer? Go for distortion, rattle or grunt. We got you covered. Fancy more vibrato in your sound or want to get those riffs and runs tidy and unbreakable like a true RnB master? We will teach you how to do it!
Can you see that if you master all these techniques, you’ll not only develop your voice sound library but also get a lot more confidence to get ready to sing on big stages?
The 12-week singing course is designed not only to refine your vocal technique but also to empower you as an artist. Having spent my career in various singing schools and witnessing the often judgmental nature of these environments, I understand how crucial it is to cultivate resilience. Criticism, while sometimes constructive, can also undermine confidence. That's why a significant part of this course is dedicated to building your self-worth, developing a thick skin, and fostering determination. The mindset part of the course will cover:
Personal Discovery and Vocal Identity
Throughout the course, we will delve deep into discovering your unique vocal identity. We'll explore the specific sound you want to create and define who you are as a singer. This journey will involve exploring your ideas and crafting a tailored action plan with clear goals. It’s about strengthening your awareness of what positively serves your growth and what doesn’t.
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs - As a certified MAP (Make Anything Possible) practitioner, I will guide you through understanding how your unconscious mind influences your perceptions and behaviors. You'll identify any limiting beliefs that might be holding you back—such as doubts about your vocal capabilities or past negative feedback that has stuck with you. Together, we'll work on "unplugging" these beliefs through MAP sessions, transforming them into a source of strength and confidence.
Furthermore, we will address aspects such as determining your values and analysing aspects of your life such as environment, identity or skills.
We will cover :
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Working on traumas and limiting beliefs, MAP sessions,
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Setting up your goals,
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Find & research your unique sound,
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Perceptual Shift - looking into your environment, identity, skills,
capability and beliefs,
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Values,
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Magnetic alignment,
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The three-chair exercise,
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Meditation, affirmations - These are very powerful tools to shift your
unconscious mind. You’ll get acces to meditations and affirmations recordings and I’ll teach you how they work and how to use it.
After this part of course you’ll shift your focus to focus on What Truly Matters - The reality is, you can achieve anything you set your mind to, but it requires focusing on the right things. Limiting beliefs and negative memories can often derail us. For instance, if someone once told you that you can't sing, and you've internalized that belief, it could stop you from progressing and acting on your passion for singing. Instead of being bogged down by doubts and not feeling 'cut out' for singing, this course encourages you to act on your desire to sing. By the end of this course, you'll not only have improved your vocal technique but also have gained robust confidence in your personal and artistic abilities. If you've ever felt a strong desire to sing but hesitated due to fear or criticism, this is your opportunity to rise above those challenges and step confidently into your potential.
Overcoming your limiting beliefs
This offer is tailored for you if:
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You're eager to unlock the full potential of your voice.
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You're ready to learn reliable and scientifically proven vocal techniques.
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You aspire to boost your self-confidence.
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You're seeking to discover your unique sound.
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You long for vocal freedom.
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You're eager to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your voice.
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You're searching for your 'why'.
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You are fed up of trying learn how to sing on your own without any results.
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You're eager to connect with like-minded individuals.
This offer may not be suitable for you if:
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You're not open-minded to new experiences.
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You're content with your current singing abilities.
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You're resistant to trying new things.
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You don’t want to invest in yourself.
By taking advantage of this offer, you'll gain:
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A reliable, stable vocal technique, eliminating any mysteries or confusion surrounding singing.
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The development of your unique, authentic sound.
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A personalised plan to help you reach your goals in singing.
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Increased self-confidence and belief in your vocal abilities.
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You’ll sing at the final performance event.
Here's exactly what you'll receive:
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12 x 3 h long workshop activities, covering singing and personal development.
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Printed workbook with daily excersises, practice tips and CVT technique charts + description.
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Sing at final performance open to a public on week 12.
TESTIMONIALS
How much it cost?
For those who sign up by end of May, I'm offering two complimentary one-on-one singing lessons!
FAQ
Where is the course taking place? - Our weekly sessions will happen at:
Heart Centre
Bennett Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3HN
What to bring? - Bring yourself and an open mind! Additionally, bring pen and paper or a laptop to make notes.
Why trust me?
My name is Kinga Kreffta-Michalska
I truly love to coach others, and I think it's just part of who I am, it's become a real passion of mine.
If you decide to work with me, I promise I'll give it my all to help you out. Plus, my own journey to find my voice has given me a ton of insight. Along the way, I've tried out all sorts of singing techniques, so I've got plenty of tricks up my sleeve to share with you!