Too Much Vibrato Not Enough How to Control Your Voice

Too Much Vibrato Not Enough How to Control Your Voice Suzy S. Is there such a thing as too much vibrato? Find out about the technique in this guest post by Brooklyn, NY singing teacher Liz T... Have you ever listened to a professional opera or Broadway singer  and noticed how strong their vibrato was? Or noticed how a lot of contemporary pop singers on the radio today do not use a lot of vibrato? In this article, I will explain how to find and control your vibrato to use appropriately when performing. What is Vibrato? To begin with, a simple definition of a vocal vibrato is a musical effect consisting of a regular, pulsating change of pitch. It is used to add expression, and can be characterized by the amount of pitch variation and the speed within the pitch that is varied. Listen to the clip below to hear Liza Minnellis interpretation of vibrato: Opera and Broadway are two common musical styles in which vibrato is used. Singers such as Ethel Merman, Patti LuPone, Bernadette Peters, Barbra Streisand, Maria Callas, and Renée Fleming are all excellent singers to listen to for examples. Vibratos usually come into play at the very end of a powerful line or phrase, or at the end of the song to make it more dramatic. Vibrato is created by belting, and making the “word” of the note you are singing sound longer. Some songs are written perfectly for the use of a vibrato. Take for example, the classic song “Don’t Rain on My Parade”, below: This song has strong, powerful, melodic lines with held notes at the end of each phrase, especially near the end of the song (2:40 to the end). By adding a little vibrato, this is going to help you hold the note longer! For singers who are just experimenting singing opera and Broadway, it’s important to begin by finding your vibrato. If you sing these songs completely without vibrato, the style is going to sound very different to the ear. These styles are are meant to sound dramatic and powerful, and without the use of vibrato, the song is going to be lacking in musicality. Now, please note when singing in these genres, there is such a thing as singing with too much vibrato, as well as not enough. When you are singing in these genres, there is no need to add it all the time, really only at the end of phrases to create a dramatic effect. If you start out the song automatically punching out vibrato, it’s going to sound alarming to the listener! On the flip side, there is such a thing as not using enough vibrato. Do Other Genres Use Vibrato? In pop, rock, RB, and country music, you need to have more of a balance of using your vibrato. Not to say you will never use it in these styles, but it’s not what makes these styles work. Riffs, improv, yodels, and a high mix, for example, are things that make these song work. To get a feel for when vibrato does work in these genres, listen to the clips below of Beyonce and Christina Aguilera, two singers who use good vibrato technique. For some singers vibrato may come naturally, while others will really need to work on developing and feeling comfortable using vibrato. My advice to singers is start exploring vibrato by listening to great singers who use vibrato and others who dont, in the specific styles that I mentioned, and to practice belting to some songs that have a great potential for vibrato. Adding specific vibrato exercises, like this one demonstrated by  Jacob O. Nygaard, will also help.  Just remember to control and balance your vibrato, no matter what song you’re singing! Liz T. teaches singing and acting lessons in Brooklyn, NY.  She is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music with a B.M. in Vocal performance and currently performs/teaches all styles of music including Musical Theater, Classical, Jazz, Rock, Pop, RB, and Country. Learn more about Liz here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  Jimmy Baikovicius

Define Osmotic Pressure Online Biology Tutors Tutorpace

Define Osmotic Pressure Online Biology Tutors Tutorpace The movement of particles from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration through a semi permeable membrane is called osmosis. The direction and rate of osmosis depend on the pressure gradient and concentration gradient. The osmotic pressure can be defined as the actual hydrostatic pressure (pressure related to water) which develops in a solution due to the presence of dissolved solutes when it is separated from pure water by means of a semipermeable membrane. The magnitude of the osmotic pressure is a function of solute concentration in a solution. It is higher in the case of xerophytes as compared to mesophytes while mesophytes have higher osmotic pressure than hydrophytes. It is also noted that an isolated solution without solute, and not bounded by any membrane, has no osmotic pressure. This negative osmotic pressure is called osmotic potential. For the development of osmotic pressure a confined space is required. Numerically osmotic pressure is equivalent to the osmotic potential, but the sign is opposite. Osmotic pressure is the positive pressure applied, while osmotic potential is negative. Example the function of solute concentration in a solution is the magnitude of osmotic potential. Such a solution has an osmotic potential which is a negative of osmotic pressure.

How to improve grades when you are under performing

How to improve grades when you are under performing 0SHARESShare The importance of having good grades throughout the year especially since middle school needs no stressing upon. Good grades lead to a good GPA and improve one’s chances of getting into prestigious colleges. If you are not performing well, there is a dire necessity to improve your grades right away and we have collected a few tips and tricks from teachers and online tutors to help you do so. 1: Analysis is the key to success and good grades Finding out where you are lacking or what is causing your low GPA is important. Are you consistently doing poorly in all subjects or is one subject pulling your grades down? Similarly, finding out why you are performing poorly in certain subjects when compared to others could help you improve. For instance, if you are missing classes or finding some subjects difficult or having problems with the teacher or not faring well because of lack of practise â€" whatever the reason, arriving at the root cause of it is important and this is why you should analyse where you are going wrong. 2: Time management is important This is true with everything in life and especially important when you are a student. When you are in college, you could be working part time and will find it increasingly difficult if you don’t learn it now! Studies suggest that doing things regularly at the same time is very important. Set aside time for homework and assignments everyday and manage to stick to your schedule. Beat the laziness in you and work diligently every day. In fact, when you study every day, it won’t seem like too much as opposed to when you pile it all up and try to do it in a day or two. 3: When in doubt, seek help If you aren’t clear with something, get your teacher’s help. If you still find it difficult, get a friend’s help and if all else fails, hire a personal tutor and get your doubts clarified. Today, online math tutors and science tutors are available round the clock and you can get your doubts clarified as and when you need help without having to pay a bomb! Also, with such tutors, you get personal attention which isn’t very easy to come by in today’s classes. Staying organized, being disciplined and simply doing your homework and paying attention in classes can help you get back on track! Good Luck!

The Online Learning Process Tips for Students and Parents

The Online Learning Process Tips for Students and Parents 0SHARESShare Online tutoring is becoming more and more popular these days. However, students and parents need to be careful to maximize benefits of learning. Tutoring enhance child’s performance at school if their parents are successful finding out right tutoring services. Let us check out few tips for parents and their children taking online learning. Tips for Students taking Online Learning: Online learning might be a new experience for lots of students. Follow given tips to help students out developing online learning skills Stay motivated Prepare questions useful to learning prior taking online session Protect data and Information about your learning Develop time management strategy Make the most out of online forums and discussions Make connections with fellow students Tips for Parents whose child is taking Online Learning: Often parents assume that their role in online learning is completed once they find right tutor online for their child. Unlike conventional school learning, parents play a major role with an opportunity given by online tutoring to participate in their child’s tutoring experience. The results of online learning show improved performance of the children when they find the parents Remain Involved Be Proactive Be Responsible Make their child learn better time management Participate and Experience tutoring     Encourage their child pulling out apt resources from the internet Set goals for their child and work together achieving them There is no magical formula that gives success in online learning. It is all about using various techniques that can give rich learning experience for students and parents. Try Math tutor online as your first experience of online learning!   [starbox id=admin]

What Are The Different Types of Dance

What Are The Different Types of Dance What are Some of the Main Dance Genres? ChaptersHow to Dance to Rock Music?Learning to Dance at the Club: Urban StylesUnleash your Sensual Side with SalsaGet those Feet Moving with Tap DanceThe Allure of Ballroom DancingWhat Is Contemporary Dance?If you love watching musicals or you're always the first one on the dance floor, it sounds like you have a passion for dance. Is your mind blown watching professional dancers perform their intricate dance routines?Rock, salsa, hip-hop, classical, modern, Irish, tap, tango or mambo ... Whatever the style of dance or genre of music, one thing is certain, you love to throw some shapes and are dying to learn how to move your body in rhythm.Want to know how it's done?An African proverb says:If you can walk, you can dance.Some people have rhythm in their blood while others are born with two left feet. Regardless, dance is a craft that can be learned. So, there's really no excuse not to get up and start that dance class you've been dreaming of!With a little willpower and patience, you'll be amazed at the progress you can make. Taking classes to learn to dance will make you progress even faster.15 Reasons to Finally Learn How to DanceNot convinced yet? Remember, learning to dance is not just about having fun or being active.Classical dances like ballet are great to know. Source: PixabayYou will discover that dancing has many advantages, some of which you won't even be aware of. Here are just a few reasons why you should dance. Not only will you discover skills you never knew you had, but you will also realise that:Dancing is great fun,Dance helps you destress,Dancing helps you stay in shape,Dancing is a fun way to watch your waistline,Dancing improves flexibility,Dancing is a good seduction technique,Dancing can help you make friends,Dancing with your partner enhances intimacy,Dancing helps you unwind from everyday life,Dancing gives you self-confidence,Dancing keeps you young,Dancing is a great way to communicate,Dancing stimulates memory,Dancing promotes creativit y,Dancing can become your job.The list goes on, but these are some great reasons to start moving your booty. In fact, numerous scientific studies have shown the benefits of dance. Dancing not only works your body muscles, it also stimulates the brain and produces endorphins which give you that positive feeling of well-being. Moreover, having to memorise all the steps in a dance routine is an excellent brain exercise.How Can I Learn Dance for Free?Now that we've convinced you, you need to consider how you want to learn to dance.Weekly dance classes are usually a significant investment. It is, however, possible to learn to dance for free.Obviously, we will naturally progress faster when we can utilise the experience and knowledge of a dance teacher, but if you take the time to do the necessary research and practise regularly, it is indeed possible to to learn to dance by yourself.Some talented dancers have been self-taught without taking dance lessons. It's quite common in the world o f hip-hop for example.Dancing is a great to tone and improve flexibility. Source: Visual HuntIf you want to teach yourself how to dance, you will need to be strict with yourself and do the following:Commit to regular practice sessions,Look for learning materials and music adapted to your level and dance style,Make some space at home and get the right dance equipment to be able to practise regularly and see real progress,Perform to an audience every once in a while to have an outside perspective on how you are progressing.Before you start, take time to learn about the different styles of dance to determine which one suits you best. Rock n'roll, African, salsa, ballroom, belly dancing... the possibilities are endless. All you have to do next is find your inspiration and work hard at the dance you want to learn. Take note from videos available online, follow dance tutorials on YouTube and practise.Thanks to the internet, you can also take dance classes for free online. Some websites ar e actually very useful. You can download explanations, discover a type of dance and its origins and follow videos to learn the steps. Repeating a routine is sometimes tedious, but once you've learned the moves, you will start to see progress quickly.Suitable for everyone, there are classes for all levels: introduction to dance, beginner, intermediate and expert level. It is always good to keep trying to improve, to have new ideas and to try new steps. Some dance websites specialise in a particular style of dance while others are more general. This is the case for Learn To Dance: a website dedicated to a variety of different dances including videos, tips and free classes.Check out our Zumba classes online!Learn how to dance to the different dance genres.contemporary dance tutorials and even online dance instructors there to help.Discover the benefits, artistically, creatively and physically with contemporary dance lessons. What’s even better is you can choose the  pop music  you al ready listen to and love to dance to!To be able to dance well, you have to get moving. First and foremost, forget about your hang-ups and other people and dance like nobody's watching. Your passion for dance will enable you to expand your universe and try all dances.Why not take a group lesson in salsa, bachata, waltz, madison, cha cha cha, acrobatic rock, pole, Latin, oriental, Argentine tango, country... The list never ends! One thing is for certain: you have not mastered all of the dances out there. Go ahead and take a trial class at a dance school or a private lesson from home.Before you go, check out our London dance classes!

8 Things to Consider When Creating a Study Schedule for the MCAT

8 Things to Consider When Creating a Study Schedule for the MCAT MCAT Medical School Admissions The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is one of the most challenging graduate school entry exams. While the content and strategy is difficult, it is essential for students to focus on planning when preparing for this lengthy exam. A successful MCAT preparation begins with creating a study schedule that manages to accommodate your other commitments while meeting your preparation needs. Here are eight tips to assist you in preparing your own study schedule for the exam: 1. Consider when you want toapply and begin medical school With 50+ hours of prerequisite courses and a year-long process for applying to medical school, planning for the MCAT can be daunting. There are two ways of approaching this based on what type of student you are: Traditional Students: Traditional students are those who plan to finish college in four years and start medical school the fall after graduation. Typically, traditional students finish their prerequisite courses by spring of their Sophomore year and schedule their test during their junior year. This allows them enough time to take the MCAT twice (if needed) prior to May, when applications open. Nontraditional students: A nontraditional student is anyone who does not fall under the category above. These students tend to struggle scheduling their MCAT because their timeline is not as strictly defined. In order to apply, you will need a score report for your MCAT prior to May of the year of application (e.g. If you want to matriculate in Fall 2018, you will need to take your tes t no later than April 2017 so that you receive a score report by May of 2017, when applications open). Also, keep in mind that you may want to retake the exam and should plan for a retake just in case your score does not match your goal. 2. Evaluate if you are prepared to begin studying for the MCAT Before deciding to take the MCAT you should have completed ALL your prerequisite courses. While some may advise that you can ‘self-teach’, most students struggle with this and see severe deficiencies on their score reports.Evaluate what events are coming up in your life in the next six months. Work, personal, or school events can drastically affect your study schedule. When setting up your study schedule, factor in birthdays, weddings, exams and other major events so that you do not overbook your study schedule. Make sure to leave yourself some wiggle room when planning your study schedule. Most students have some bumps along the way studying. Whether it’s the flu or car trouble, make sure you leave yourself some buffer time to deal with regular life. 3. Register for your test as early as possible and set a score goal Test registration fees increase closer to your testing date, while site availability decreases. Be sure to register early so that you can plan for your test date. In addition, use this as a motivator throughout your study plan by counting down the days. Research medical schools and note their median scores for matriculants. Set your target score slightly above the median score of schools that you would like to attend. 4. Your study schedule should be about 100 days Each student will vary in how much time they need to prepare for the MCAT. In general, a minimum of 100 days is sufficient to review the material and take a variety of practice passages and exams. Your preparation should consist of about 60% content review and 40% strategy and testing. 5. Invest in a variety of practice materials A common mistake students make when preparing for the exam is using one brand of test preparation materials. While this seems ideal since the materials usually integrate well, it also leaves the student vulnerable to a few common problems.1) Students often develop a bias towards how they approach test questions and become used to that style of writing and questioning. When the structure of questions or passages varies, they tend to not score as well. 2) While every test preparation company does their best to review all the content, they may miss some topics or not explain them in a way that resounds with the student. This is where students benefit from a variety of content review books, practice passages, and exams. In addition, reading multiple test preparation sources with the same content will reinforce the content through repetition. 6. Invest in a planner that breaks down your day into hours, days, weeks, and months Most pre-medical students are overachievers and lead extremely busy lives. Given this type of lifestyle, it is easy to lose track of how a day, week, or even a month is spent. Studying for the MCAT is like training for a marathon, every session counts towards your long-term goal. Using a planner that breaks down your time allows you to track your short-term study habits, while also keeping track of your long-term goal for your exam. Ideally, you should be tracking how many hours you study per day while noting how much you can accomplish during that time frame. 7. Evaluate and adjust your study schedule. Track your progress Use your planner to evaluate whether you are sticking to your study schedule and meeting your goals. This will allow you to assess whether you need to change study habits, environment, or lessen commitments. In addition to a planner, an excel sheet or notebook tracking passage and exam results is a useful tool to measure progress. This will allow you to assess whether you are on track to meet your target score and what areas of content are weak. 8. Beware of burnout and don’t be afraid to alter your plans or test date While studying for the MCAT can be all consuming, it is important to balance the exam. With a 100-day study schedule, you should be able to take at least one day a week off from studying and testing. Breaks allow you to refresh and remember why you are studying for such an arduous exam.As you approach your test date, it is normal to consider rescheduling your exam if you are not meeting your score goals or are behind on your study schedule. You can reschedule your exam up until 1 month prior to your test. Relax and take the time you need to do well; you will be glad you did!

Get On - Phrasal Verb of the Day

Get On - Phrasal Verb of the Day Todays phrasal verb of the day is: Get OnInfinitive form: Get OnPresent Tense: Get On/ Gets Oning form: Getting OnPast tense: Got OnPast Participle: Got On/ Gotten OnGet On is an English phrasal verb which can either be separable and inseparable depending on the context. It can be used in eight different ways:When you move your body and either stand, sit, lie, kneel, etc. towards something [inseparable]1. The robber told the hostage to get on his knees, while the rest were told to get on the floor.2. When I was little, I had to get on a chair in order to get something. Now that Im older, I still need to be getting on a chair, only this time, its a smaller chair.When you get onboard a train, bus, airplane, etc. where you walk to your seat [inseparable]1. Ben and Jerry got on the train to visit their mother in Oregon.2. We need to get out of here quick, so, get on the bus right now, hurry!Note: You do not get on a car, because when you get in, youre directly lead to your seat, unlike t he transportation mentioned above where you have to do otherwise.When you leave1. I should be getting on, my girlfriends waiting for me in the car.2. I need to get on now, see you guys later!When you are trying or wearing clothes on [separable]1.  Oh gee, if I gain one more pound, Im afraid I wont be able to get my old jeans on.2. Can you get this on for me? Ive always wanted to see how you look in that beautiful dress.When you have a good relationship with someone1. Hows it getting on with your new friend?2. I have always got on well with my colleagues. In fact, were all going on a trip together soon.When you continue doing something1. Francis mother to him that he needs to get on with his homework before he is allowed to leave the house.2. Stop talking and concentrate! You need to be getting on with your reading.iframe width=560 height=315 src=//www.youtube.com/embed/7L7SWSdjbM8?rel=0 frameborder=0 allowfullscreen/iframeExercises: Write your answers in comments and we will correc t them.Fill in the gaps from the video above:Lets go anyway, yeah. Lets skip the getting married a bit because that seems to be a problem, have the honeymoon, and see how we ____ __.Do you find yourself having a hard time getting on with somebody? Why and what happened?Complete the sentences below with the correct form of Get On.1. If you want to make it on time here, you need to ____ ___ the train that leaves at exactly 4 P.M.2. I guess it is safe to say that I ___ __ well with my bestfriend. Weve been in each others life for more than a decade.3. An old superstition says that the bride shouldnt ____ the wedding dress ___ until the day of the wedding itself. Are you kidding? I mean, how is the bride supposed to know if its the right size? I say we stop this and _____ ___ with it anyway. Go ahead, try it out.4. By the time the police arrived at the crime scene, the suspects have already ____ __ the bus. The police never gives up, however, and decided to ____ __ with the chase.5. How are you _____ ___ with your first day at the gym?Change the example sentences above to negative sentences (or positive, if the sentence is already negative). Then change them to questions.

Why your school needs employer branding and how to get started

Why your school needs employer branding and how to get started Feel like hiring teachers is a bit of a slog these days? Well, better get ready for how much harder it will be in a few years. New international teaching jobs are emerging in their droves, the pool of qualified teachers is dwindling year over year and competition for qualified international educators is getting more and more intense. When it comes to recruiting today’s teachers, doing things the way you do, mainly because that’s how they’ve always been done, is no longer enough. These guys have lots of options to choose from and that’s not going to change any time soon. So, what’s the secret sauce to thriving in a tricky hiring landscape, like the one we’re facing right now? It’s employer branding. It’s fair to say that there’s a whole load of HR buzzwords floating around these days. But employer branding is a fairly simple concept, and it’s been around in some shape or form since hiring people became a thing: What is it about your school that makes teachers want to work there in the first place? The best teachers aren’t going to fall into your lap without you doing a good job at identifying, communicating and managing your employer brand. So let’s cover some key areas to focus on when you’re thinking about building your employer brand (we promise, getting started is easier than you think!) 1. Create candidate personas Maybe you’ve never heard marketing chatter about buyer personas (lucky you!) Let’s break it down quickly: Personas are research and data-driven insights and characteristics of your target audience (in this case, your dream teachers). Creating candidate personas is the first step towards a) understanding who your ideal candidates really are and b) figuring out ways to differentiate your school from others in your region. So survey your current teachers, what do they like about your school? Find any external research on your target candidates, like Teach Away’s 2018 survey of 12,618 international teaching candidates - a bit of research will go a long way in helping you develop a thorough candidate persona. Candidate personas are especially useful to have on hand when you’re thinking about creating relevant recruitment content - that way you can ensure you’re putting messaging out there that’s attracting the right teachers for you. It stands to reason, for example, that highly experienced teachers with families will prioritize different things in a job than a single, fresh education grad, so you’ll need a different approach for each type. The benefits there are twofold - you can also stop wasting time attracting candidates who may not be qualified or a good cultural fit for the positions you’re hiring for. 2. Audit your careers page/job posting Take a nosey at your careers pages (whether on your school website or a third-party hiring platform) and your job postings. Is it easy to navigate and find the info candidates want to know about a prospective school, such as the career progression and PD opportunities you offer, what the salary and perks are like, etc.? If you’re a school that puts time into your teachers’ professional development and growth, don’t keep it a secret - candidates really care about that stuff. Are you following the “show, don’t tell” philosophy, featuring testimonials or videos from any employee advocates that spotlight what makes your school the place to be? Don’t let the lack of video skills hold you back on this front - a minute-long video previewing what the job’s really like from the perspective of real teachers at your school can be done on the cheap and even shot on a mobile, using free editing software like iMovie. Other fundamental things to look out for: Are your jobs and careers page mobile friendly? Are your job postings insightful enough to help candidates screen themselves in or out, depending on any make-or-break factors? These are just a few of the questions you should ask yourself when reviewing your current recruitment content. 3. Assess your hiring strategy Which channels are you currently using you showcase your school? Are you missing any key ones? This isn’t just about ensuring you’re allocating your recruitment budget in the right places (although that’s a nice added perk). In 2019, your employer brand has to extend beyond your school website. It needs to be brought to life on education job boards and Google - as the top online methods of sourcing jobs, these are the channels that will help amplify your employer branding efforts. 4. Evaluate your candidate experience 91% of candidates agree that your hiring process has a significant impact on how favorably they view your school as a potential employer. So what does you’re current existing hiring process look like, from application through to the interview and job offer (or rejection)? You’ll want to create a clearly defined (and trackable) process so that you can be more efficient and evaluate what’s working well and what you could improve on. Take a look at your current recruiting tools, as well - is your applicant tracking system helping you automate certain tasks and free up resources that can be better spent on sealing the deal with the perfect candidates? 5. Benchmark yourself against other schools Now that you’ve taken a long, hard look at yourself, it’s time to research other international schools in your region to see how good (or bad) of a job they’re doing with their own employer brand strategy. Check out their careers page, job postings and see what you can find out about their hiring process. This is a great way to get some inspiration for your own employer brand and pinpoint ways you can differentiate your school from the crowd. There’s no international school on the planet that won’t benefit from using employer branding to help attract and hire the best teachers. But much like Rome, a great employer brand isn’t built in a day. By starting with these steps I’ve covered above, however, you’ll go a long way in shaping a positive narrative around your school and becoming - and staying - an employer of choice for great educators the world over. Happy hiring! Ready to access insights and trends from 12,618 international teaching candidates? Download Teach Away’s 2019 International Education Recruitment Report for free today. This article originally appeared in the Spring 2019 edition of AISA ConneXions, the bi-annual newsletter of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).