So you’ve booked your first singing lesson… what is *actually* going to happen?
Music lessons are one of the most supportive, fast and enjoyable ways to grow as a musician, especially if this is your first ever singing lesson! 🎤
So, if this is your first music lesson, we just want to say CONGRATS for taking this huge first step! 🥳
This is a superrr exciting experience, but we get it can also be a little bit nerve-wracking as well! If you or your child is feeling nervous about the very first singing lesson, reach out to the studio and let them know! They will be really happy to answer any questions you may have, and are glad to know beforehand, so they can best support you in this experience!
So, for the first-timers, the curious ones or the grown ups of little ones off to their first lesson… here is an overview of what a first singing lesson might look like!
What to bring to your first singing lesson
Check with your studio! Before your first singing lesson, the studio or teacher should let you know what you should bring along. Here are some of the basics:
- A water bottle
- A song you would like to sing (if you feel comfortable) 🎶
- The goals you have for yourself – what do you want to get out of singing lessons?
- The genres, artists or songs you LOVE
- And, of course, an open mind 🥳
You might be wondering if in-person or online lessons are best for you… check out this blog post from SoundCheck Studios that gives you a clear picture of what is good about each!
When you get there!
Welcome! You made it to your first singing lesson, woo hoo! 🙌
Your teacher will most likely show you around the space, introduce themselves and the studio and ask you LOTS of questions about yourself… so don’t be shy! The better you communicate…
- Who you are
- What you want to learn 🎶
- Your past musical experience
- And, the ways you learn best
… The better your teacher can tailor lessons to you and your goals!
Here is an example of what the first lesson at SoundCheck Studios Ballarat looks like:
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Vocal Registers 💫
One of the first things your teacher might talk about is alllll the different parts of your voice!
Don’t worry, you won’t be tested on these! It is a great way to get to know your new instrument and answer some of those questions you didn’t even know you have.
Let’s give you a head start, have a look at this handy infographic made by SoundCheck Studios explaining vocal registers:
Setting Goals 🥳
Your teacher might ask if you have any goals you want to work towards – this can be a tricky question to answer if you’re just at the start of your singing journey!
Some examples of beginner vocal goals might be…
- Learn (insert your favourite song) and sing it for my family! 🎶
- Know all the vocal registers and be able to use them in a song
- Warm up my voice each morning on the way to work
- Discover 3 new artists I LOVE 💜
- Feel more confident in my choir or singing group!
- Write my very own song!
- Sing backing vocals in my band with my friends 🎤
- Improve my pitch discrimination
… But really, your goals can be any. thing. you. want. Have a good think about why you are starting lessons, how much time you have to practice and what you want to achieve.
These goals might change over time, and that’s okay too! Keep communicating with your teacher as your priorities shift, so you are both on the same page.
“I was definitely nervous before my first lesson, but I’m so glad i did it, it’s the best parts of my week!” – Nina, SoundCheck Studios singing student
Okay, you’ve done your first lesson… What comes next?
Congratulations on completing your first singing lesson! New experiences like these allow you to step so far outside of your comfort zone, which is exactly where growth happens 🥳
Now you’ve got an idea of the studio space, your coach’s teaching style, and what a singing lesson is like, it’s time to consider if you’d like to continue! Most music studios encourage you to book a trial lesson before you commit to a certain number of weeks-per-term of lessons.
And remember, if you don’t love the teacher or studio, that is totally okay! These are YOUR lessons, so we want to find the best space for YOU to learn and grow. Just because you’ve done one lesson with someone doesn’t mean you automatically have to learn from them forever! Sometimes we don’t have the time to commit to learning at this stage of life, there’s more you want to work on yourself before you start lessons, or you just don’t like the vibe of the studio – trust your gut!
At the end of your first lesson, your teacher will give you an idea of the kinds of things they can help you with!
This could include:
- Understanding vocal registers
- Singing technique
- Reading sheet music 🎼
- Learning new songs
- Understanding music theory
- Exploring new genres of music 💙
- Songwriting and composition
- Harmonies and singing in a group
If you have a specific goal, make sure to ask if your teacher can help you with that! For example, if you reallyyyy want to be a musical theatre star, but your teacher doesn’t have as much theatre experience, they might not be able to help you, and could refer you to another teacher or some other helpful resources!
We are SO. PROUD. Of you for taking your first step into music lessons, and cannot wait to see all the goals you smash, songs you sing and fun you have on your singing journey 🥰
If you have any questions after your lesson, don’t hesitate to contact your studio! Remember, they want help you achieve alllll your music goals and are always there to help 🎶
