VocalMint Beginner Foundation Course
— 12 Weeks to Confident Singing
What This Course Will Achieve
Our Aim:
To take you from complete beginner to confident, technically grounded singer in 12 weeks.
If you've never had a singing lesson in your life, this is where you start. Over 12 structured weeks, we'll build your breath support, range, tone, and confidence — with one weekly 45-minute online lesson, recorded for you to review, plus homework to practise throughout the week.
You'll finish this course able to:
Sing in tune reliably
Control your breath for longer phrases
Understand your vocal range and how to expand it safely
Warm up effectively before singing
Perform simple songs with confidence
Know how to protect your voice from strain
Session One:Finding Your Voice
Your first vocal session - no experience needed.
Discover your natural range and vocal type
Learn proper posture for optimal sound production
Simple breathing exercises to start supporting your voice
Breath Control Essentials
Master the engine of your singing.
Diaphragmatic breathing techniques
Sustained note practice with metered counting
Avoid tension in shoulders and neck
Session Two:
Course 03Pitch & Ear Training
Sing in tune, every time.
Matching pitches with piano guidance
Interval recognition drills
Recording yourself for self-correction
Session FourYour First Warm-Up Routine
Protect your voice before every sing.
5-minute pre-singing routine you'll use forever
Lip trills, gentle humming, sirens
Recognising signs of vocal fatigue
Session FiveRange Expansion Techniques
Reach higher notes safely.
Chest voice to head voice transition basics
Gentle scale exercises extending upward
Identifying your passaggio (break zone)
Session SixTone Production & Resonance
Make your voice sound fuller.
Understanding vocal tract resonance
Placement exercises for brighter/darker tone
Avoiding throatiness and strain
Session SevenWeek 7: Dynamics & Expression
Sing with emotion, not just accuracy.
Volume control without pitch distortion
Adding vibrato naturally (or choosing not to)
Interpreting lyrics for emotional delivery
Session EightSinging With Confidence
Perform for yourself without fear.
Managing nerves before singing
Mirror exercises to build stage awareness
Choosing your first "performance song"
Session NineSong Integration Basics
Apply technique to real music.
Selecting songs that fit your range
Breaking down challenging passages
Adding technique while maintaining musicality
Session TenAdvanced Breathing Phrasing
Breathe less, sing more.
Strategic breath-taking within songs
Maintaining momentum through long phrases
Recovering quickly if you lose breath
Session ElevenVocal Stamina Building
Sustain your voice through full sets.
Conditioning exercises for endurance
Hydration and vocal health checklist
Cooling down after heavy use
Session TwelveFinal Showcase Preparation
You're ready - let's prove it.
Rehearsal for mini-recording or live showcase
Full vocal warm-up + performance run-through
Feedback and next-step planning
Session ThreeEvery Lesson Is Recorded - Watch, Learn, Replay Forever
Never Forget What We Covered
One of the biggest challenges with online learning is remembering all the techniques, exercises, and feedback from each session. That's why every single lesson is recorded, edited, and sent directly to your inbox within 48 hours.
You'll have lifetime access to watch them as many times as you like - forever.
Learn with VocalMint
If you've never had a singing lesson in your life, this is where you start. Over 12 structured weeks, we build your breath support, range, tone, and confidence - one weekly 60-minute online lesson at a time. No experience needed. No pressure. Just progress.
No one knows your goals better than you. That's why our Build Your Own 10-Session Package puts you in control - with guidance from Matth.U every step of the way.
Auditions don't have to be nerve-wracking. With the right preparation, they become an opportunity to shine. Our 6-Session Pre-Audition Package is designed to take you from anxious to audition-ready, working on your actual tracks, your specific goals, and the standard you're aiming for.
Whether you're preparing for a school exam, theatre casting, competition slot, or music conservatoire entrance - we'll make sure you're ready.
Bonus: Free mock audition session in week 6
Lifetime Access: Every session fully recorded - re-watch whenever you need
Includes: Repertoire selection advice + performance recording review
Struggling to find a gift that truly stands out? A VocalMint gift voucher unlocks more than just singing lessons - it opens doors to confidence, creativity, and the joy of finding a voice they may never have known they had.
Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, graduations, or milestones, our vouchers are redeemable for professional singing lessons with Matthew Hickman, a BBC Introducing artist and trusted Leicester vocal coach. Whether your recipient is dreaming of the stage or someone ready to learn to sing today, you're giving a present that builds skills, boosts self-belief, and lasts far beyond the wrapping paper.
What You Get:
✅ Flexible redemption - recipient chooses their preferred package
✅ Valid for 12 months from purchase
✅ Beautifully designed digital delivery via email within 48 hours
✅ Online sessions available globally
✅ Full session recordings included - lifetime access for revision
Why It's the Perfect Present:
Unlike material gifts that gather dust, a VocalMint voucher invests in personal growth. From building breath control and range to conquering stage fright and discovering their true sound, every lesson moves them forward. It's thoughtful, transformative, and deeply personal.
Whether you're encouraging a beginner to test the waters or topping up an existing student's credit, you're not just giving a voucher - you're gifting transformation.
Your Questions, Answered
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Absolutely. If you've never had a singing lesson in your life, this is where you start. Designed for absolute beginners, we take you from zero to technically grounded in 12 weeks - no prior experience needed, just willingness to learn with a trusted Leicester vocal coach.
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Each session is a 60-minute online singing lesson focused on building breath support, range, tone, and confidence. You'll receive practical exercises, personalised feedback, and homework to practise throughout the week. Every lesson is recorded, edited, and sent to your inbox within 48 hours for lifetime access.
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Yes - that's the goal. By the end of the course, you'll be able to sing in tune reliably, control your breath for longer phrases, understand and expand your vocal range safely, warm up effectively before singing, perform simple songs with confidence, and know how to protect your voice from strain.
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All singing lessons are currently delivered online via video call, making them accessible globally. Mid-2027, we aim to open our first in-person studio in Leicester, bringing hands-on vocal coach support to local singers. Until then, remote training delivers the same expert guidance.
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No problem. Every single lesson is recorded, edited, and sent directly to your inbox within 48 hours. You'll have lifetime access to watch them as many times as you like — forever. This ensures you never lose the techniques, exercises, or feedback from any session.
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The course is led by Matthew Hickman (Matth.U), a BBC Introducing artist, Godiva Calling winner, and founder of VocalMint. Based in Leicester, he brings real-world performance experience and proven techniques from his own journey — guiding you with the same methods he used to perform on BBC Radio, festival stages, and venues across the East Midlands.