Preparing for your first virtual voice lesson? Have no fear!

This quick and easy guide will prepare you perfectly - all you have to do is focus on your voice.

Location:
Pick a room for your lesson that is:

• Enclosed and/or free from distractions

• Spacious enough to move freely

• Close to your internet connection

• Familiar enough for comfort, but organized enough for focus

Device(s):

• If possible, use a laptop for your lesson (tablets and phones work great as a second-choice).

• Find a way to set your laptop at approximately eye-level.

• Keep a phone or tablet nearby to play backing tracks.

• Be sure to enable original sound on Zoom - follow this guide.

• Close out of other applications on your device to maximize connectivity.

Bonus Tips

• Lighting: avoid standing directly in front of strong light sources like windows or lamps.

• Inform those around you that you need a quiet, uninterrupted space for the duration of your lesson.

• Have everything you need around you before your lesson begins: water, sheet music, extra device, pencil, etc.

• Ask your instructor about external microphones to enhance your lesson experience!

If your space isn’t perfect, don’t worry!

We are experts at leading virtual lessons and know how to get great work done in all circumstances.

Still have questions? Reach out to tech@wdstudio.org with your technology-related inquiries.