Online Singing Lessons With Camille van Niekerk

Camille van Niekerk is a singer, writer and vocal instructor in Southern California. She loves sharing the beauty and joy of music with others, whether through performance or teaching.

Camille began studying voice and performing in musicals at age seven. In 2010, Camille began working towards her BA in Music Education at Azusa Pacific University, where she studied classical voice with Rebecca Genzink and jazz voice with Kristin Korb and John Proulx. Camille graduated Summa cum laude with a 3.98 GPA. She then earned her teaching credential from San Diego State University and taught classroom choral and instrumental music. Shortly after moving to LA county, Camille began her private vocal studio, providing vocal coaching, ear training, and recording for students of all ages.

Camille is a dedicated musician and a passionate teacher. She is constantly refining her skills and methods for greater versatility and effectiveness. When she is not teaching, Camille enjoys singing with the L.A. Choral Lab and Ensoma Creative. She lives in San Diego with her husband and loves going to the beach, practicing yoga, reading, and cooking.

You can follow Camille on Instagram @camille.music, see Camille’s live, one take covers at https://youtube.com/camillevanniekerkmusic, and follow her singing in Afrikaans at https://www.facebook.com/camillevanniekerkmusic.

TUTORIALS

Practice Routine for Better Intonation (Singers Who Struggle with Pitch)

By Camille van Niekerk

If you struggle with pitch accuracy, this is for you! Singers of any experience level are welcome. Join me in learning a practice routine for better intonation.

Improvising Your Own Riffs for Beginner & Intermediate Singers

By Camille van Niekerk

In this live lesson, Camille will be going over riffing from one pitch to the next (within the melody), embellishing a pitch (and landing back on that same pitch), riffing at the ends of phrases, stepwise riffs and riffs with leaps.

How to Sing in a Group (A Capella)

By Camille van Niekerk

Group singing, whether you’re in a choir, an acapella ensemble, or providing harmonies in a band, requires a special set of skills. Become a better ensemble singer with our tutorial on how to sing in a group!

Christmas Caroling Made Easy For Beginners

By Camille van Niekerk

Learn the melody of Christmas classics! Helpful tips on phrasing and vowel modification for beginning singers. Key suggestions for each voice type (and starting pitches within those keys).

Breath Control Like A Pro

By Camille van Niekerk

Ever wonder how professional singers are able to hold a note forever? Watch this tutorial on pro breath control, and learn how to build up your stamina so you can master those long notes and phrases.

Intro to R&B

By Camille van Niekerk

How do I start learning to sing R&B? Where do I begin? First: begin listening to a varietyof r&b artists! Get that playlist ready, and then watch my Intro to R&B tutorial. See you there!

Daily Routine Practice Plan for Intermediate/Advanced Singers

By Camille van Niekerk

Are you looking to step up your daily practice routine? If you’re an intermediate or advanced singer, check out my tutorial creating a practice plan you can commit to each day. It will give you the tools and exercises you’ll need to design a practice session around your goals and time frame.

Mariah Carey Christmas RIFFS & RUNS

By Camille van Niekerk

-Break down riffs and runs from Mariah’s “Merry Christmas” album. Learn the pitches, practice each riff in sections and gradually increase speed. Plus, helpful tips to keep practicing on your own.

How to Sing Country

By Camille van Niekerk

Where are my country singers at? If you love country music and would like to learn more about singing in a country style, this tutorial is for you! Singers of any genre and experience level are welcome. I encourage you to get in the mood with your favorite country tune, and we’ll get singing together.

Daily Routine Practice Plan for Beginner Singers

By Camille van Niekerk

Are you new to voice lessons? Are you looking for a daily practice routine that you can commit to? Watch my tutorial on developing a daily routine that you can adapt, depending on your goals for that day and the amount of time you have to spend. See you there!

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