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 | The Vocalist Studio™ is a company of contemporary vocalists who share a common technique, and practice one of the most innovative approaches to training singers available today. 21st Century vocal techniques, united with a method that embraces technology and training on a live stage, makes The Vocalist Studio one of the leading training facilities for the modern vocalist in the world today. Too many voice studios are not teaching what students really want to learn. Simply stated, 16th century voice techniques and methods do not prepare the student for 21st century genres and applications. This disconnect is a huge problem in the world of voice pedagogy for so many people who wish to study a legitimate technique that applies to the modern form. Enter, The Vocalist Studio. TVS "gets" it and we are here to provide the right training for our clients. Here is how we do it… Robert Lunte : Founder of The Vocalist Studio Initially inspired by artists such as Steve Perry, Rob Halford, Bruce Dickinson and Geoff Tate; Robert Lunte looked to find a voice teacher that understood how to train the techniques required to sing with hyper-extended range and power. The pursuit led Robert to eventually meet the legendary Maestro David P. Kyle of Seattle, WA. Maestro David Kyle taught for over 25 years in New York, 4 years in San Francisco and nearly 30 years in Seattle where he became the preeminent private voice coach for rock and metal singers of the 70s, 80s and 90s such as, Geoff Tate from Queensryche, Ann Wilson from Heart & Layne Staley from Alice in Chains. At TVS, much inspiration has come from Maestro Kyle’s studio; positive mental imagery, training with amplification, developing head registers and helping singers to bridge the Passagio were very unique at the time and continue to be today. Robert Lunte is the continuation of the Maestro’s legacy and is taking the technique to new levels of understanding and execution. Robert is a graduate of the University of Miami where he trained with the talented artist and teacher, Dr. David Alt. The Classical form and art songs are not on the docket at TVS, yet several years of Classical study under Dr. Alt’s coaching contributed to Robert’s influence. Work in both genres has served to provide a healthy perspective on the differences between modern techniques and the Classical tradition. After completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Industry and Vocal performance, Robert moved to Seattle to continue his study with Maestro David Kyle and pursue work in performance and recording. Eventually discovering a gift for teaching, in 1994, Robert founded The Vocalist Studio™. Today, Robert Lunte maintains a busy schedule at The Vocalist Studio and is the founder and Director of the TC-Helicon Voice Council. The TC-Helicon Voice Council is a team of top vocal coaches in North America and Europe that contribute to an association whose charter is to produce educational content regarding voice technique and voice technology for singers. In addition, 10 years of working with hundreds of singers, remaining active in writing, recording and performing makes Robert an important innovator in modern voice pedagogy and an inspiration for a new generation of vocalists. The Technique: TVS trains vocal athletes. Our technical agenda is strongly founded on helping the student to develop new levels of strength and coordination that will build a new “singing voice” that gives singers unbelievable endurance and capabilities. This technique enables our students to expand range to 4-5 octaves, develop unique power and master the skills of “bridging & connecting.” Bridging is the ability to seamlessly sing from the lower “chest” voice to the upper “head” voice with no perceived “break” between the two voices. The Passagio, commonly referred to as “the break”, represents the most challenging area of voice development for all singers. No other skill set in singing is fraught with more frustration or more joy, then the ability to bridge the Passagio. TVS is supreme in its expertise and understanding on how to train this mission critical skill. Once bridging of the Passagio is developed and the singer is well into their head registers, TVS singers then work on the next most important skill, the ability to “connect”. Connecting refers to a process known by voice pedagogues as adduction. Adduction means the vocal folds are trained to come back together, or “zip up”, when in the head registers. The result is a full-voiced tone that will match the timbre of the lower voice and expand the singers range potential by 2-3 octaves. Drilling workouts builds some of the most powerful and versatile voices in the business. TVS trained singers never “pull chest”, do not fatigue easily and never experience gripping in the throat or laryngeal regions. TVS singers enjoy an “out of body” experience when singing with super-human capabilities, yet feel no physical resistance or strain. The sounds below are referred to as vocal “applications” and they are the sounds that modern musical genre’s require. Seamlessly Bridging the Passagio or “The Break.” (So the upper voice and lower voice are one) Hyper-Extending Vocal Range to 4-5 Octaves Adduction in the Head Registers (Replacing Falsetto with Full-Voiced Tone) High Volume, High Velocity Respiratory Support Healthy techniques for producing “Rasp” or Grott “Whistle Tones” (Flageolet) Extreme Screaming The Method: TVS originated the method of training singers on a live stage with professional PAs and mics. Our singers use the tools of the trade and therefore, training is much more relevant and practical than the traditional voice lesson experience. We embrace the technology and tools that enhance the vocalist’s performance and learning experience. We are a boot camp that prepares contemporary singers for what they need now in a way that makes sense and is relevant for the singer’s current writing, performing or recording endeavors. The TVS method helps a singer to: Train on leading pro audio gear donated by our Endorsers and Sponsors. Develop confidence and experience working on a live performance stage. Get more value because the method is more relevant and more fun. The “Virtual Lesson” TVS is bringing our technique to all corners of the world by offering “virtual lessons” over the internet. With a high-speed internet connection and free video conferencing software, we can train students from all over the world, in real-time. Transcending geographic boundaries, a growing number of International students regularly benefit from this innovative approach. A system so rare and hard to find, is now available to anyone with a computer and high-speed internet connection! How Soon Will I See Progress: It is very common for a TVS student to experience an exponential leap forward in range, power and quality of sound in as little as 60-90 days. At TVS, we hold a high value in accelerated learning; we capitalize on your strengths and dive right into your weaknesses. By doing so, we create an agenda that is the quickest path to success for your individual voice. At TVS, we know the best way to insure a lasting working relationship, is to get the client what they need as soon as possible and let the world hear it. (Some artists that have studied the same technique include; Geoff Tate from Queensryche, Ann Wilson from Heart and Layne Staley from Alice In Chains). The TVS System: The Four Pillars of Screaming, the unique video tutorials produced by TVS, are the best voice training workouts in the world for the modern vocalist. The TVS System is the “real deal”. Most voice training programs simply offer a book and an audio recording of scales that tell a student what to do, but this falls short of really demonstrating how to do it. Watch Master voice teacher and founder, Robert Lunte, and top TVS singers demonstrate all the workout scales on three hours of exciting and entertaining DVD video. Each scale is demonstrated two times, by two different singers and demonstrates bridging through the Passagio (the break,) for over 4 octaves, in both directions. Leading by example, the founder and practitioners of the technique are performing the workouts they are teaching. Next to actually having a private lesson in the studio, there is no better way to communicate, teach and retain a vocal training system. No training has ever covered a vocal curriculum quite like “The Four Pillars of Screaming!” “The Four Pillars of Screaming!” consists of a book, an audio CD of 11 workouts and two DVD video tutorials with over 30 video demonstrations. “The Four Pillars Of Screaming!” PILLAR I - RESPIRATION: The human singing voice is a wind instrument and it takes air to play it. Proper air management is key to supporting the singing voice. In order to support modern vocal applications, the singer must move air at high volumes and high velocities. PILLAR II - VIBRATION: As a wind instrument, the “singing voice” utilizes the vocal folds much like a reed instrument. The modern vocalist needs to generate sound waves so they can excite the resonators (open cavities of the head), where overtones are produced. PILLAR III - RESONATION: The third Pillar is where the speaking voice and singing voice transcend. Sound is processed into overtones and the beauty of each individual voice comes to life. Vocal timbre and range are largely facilitated by transporting sound waves, via high velocity respiration, to the resonators. PILLAR IV - VISUALIZATION: The singer’s inner voice and positive mental imagery will directly impact the body’s response to vocal commands. Great singing is closely related to hearing the sound before you sing. The successful management of positive mental imagery will reduce distracting physical tension and mental “noise.” Endorsements "... It is freakin rare to find a teacher who is not only a master in his own right, but also eager to collaborate and share with others. That is what music is all about, and again, you're walking the talk." P.Naga "Thank you Robert for the great lesson. I can see the Maestro lives on in you. I am looking forward to the lessons with enthusiasm... God bless, thank you". D.Ramirez "... I checked out your page and your website. You have unbelievable technique! Simply amazing. You cover the issues that are really difficult for most singers, and you go right at it! Again, phenomenal.” D.Beck Nashville Producer/Engineer "Hi Robert, Some pretty cool performances on the DVD! Tons of clear and important info everywhere..." D.Willow "... I think few pro singers have the chops you do ... The recording we did together, even on top of all the singing I've seen you do over the past couple years, is more than enough to show me I selected the right instructor ... " J.Wellman "Hi, Your program is great! I live in Japan." M.Takayama "Rob, you really got something going...with the live amplification, stage and then to learn the technique that is so hard to find from any other teachers. I am pumped"! C.Browning "...You are an incredible teacher...I have received accolades on the change in certain intrinsic tones of my voice and singing. This is a direct result of your lessons...I have, and will continue to speak very highly of THE VOCALIST STUDIO and your work." M.Young "Rob, ...that lesson had a profound impact on me as a singer. I havent been able to stop talking about it. Im excited about going to the next step in my singing..I want the money notes!!!!! I want to melt faces. I want the WOW factor...this whole week has been very inspirational and Im ready to friggen ROCK!! See you Saturday!!" J.Lucas "After following the trail of Maestro Kyle I finally found the holy grail of rock vox at TVS. I came in as a classical singer; four lessons later my voice can do things I never thought possible. I can tell that you really put your heart into teaching. You don't just train voices, you make singers." out of curiosity what is your range? (4-5 octives?) Rock on!" S.Indman "... I do the exercises almost daily ... I have been able to sing a lot higher in a fuller tone already and sing some Helloween songs that I couldn't before so everything is working out great!" A.Jenkins (Virtual Student) "...I want to say something you already know, the few things you taught me are incredible. My voice is so much stronger now. I know I have a long way to go, BUT, the very first reason I visited you was to save my voice from crapping out after and during shows. VOCAL FATIGUE! Now my voice can handle tour, and it's amazing. THANK YOU SO MUCH!" D.Young "...I am SO stoked to be working with you bro! :=) ..." D.Lanza (Virtual Student) "Greetings from Canada! I am so glad Jaime wrote about you. You know your stuff and Im stoked to know someone is carrying on Maestro Kyle's legacy. It is also rare to meet vocal coachs that are singers in their own right and have a modern approach to singing". Z.Peter "Hello! My in-laws trained with Maestro back in the late 70s-early 80s and my mother in law gave me a few of her old lesson tapes to check out. He was an incredible teacher, and I was a little sad just the other day, as I thought darn it, I cant ever have a session with him. But now I am very happy to discover that apparently you have taken his legacy and ran with it, so to speak... So I am looking forward to train at your facility..." D.Joy "...Wow, my lesson exceeded my expectations. You really care and are passionate about what you are doing! Thanks for the killer lesson, cant wait for the next session." M.Pierce "...I absolutely had a blast. If I had the money I would schedule you for two hours so we could work more on my project! Thanks so much for the great feedback and input. It's exactly what I need!" A.Jennings "... these lessons are really starting to help me and I've made some vast improvements since the last lesson and am eager to get back in there again!" C.Ruebel "Rob, you showed me an entirely new way of working with my voice, not against it, without forcing, and encouraged me to keep working hard. Now the high notes are coming SO much easier, and I feel really good. I know I still have a LOT to learn, but I feel that you've shown me a whole new world. Thanks!" H.Vesser "...By the way, ...You have a dynamic energy that translates-- positively. . ." TCa "Hi Rob, Thanks again for all the help on Saturday! I got home and listened to the tape, and wow, there is definitely a whole different sound there..." K.Thorpe "Rob...I'm really pleased with how things are progressing. You've been awesome...Thanks..."! D.Richards "Through Rob's honest and straight forward teaching style, I've done things with my voice I never imagined. I am forever grateful for his generosity and patience, which has made the process of becoming a better singer a fun and enlightening experience..." J.Carey "Rob... hey man, thanks for helping endeavor out! josh had great things to say about you're lessons. mad props yo! Sean (of endeavor)..." Rob, "Thank you so much for your time today...when I got home and listened to the recording, I realized that your methodology had me making sounds I did not even know I could be capable of...I can't help but to feel inspired. Most importantly though, I had a really good time working with you! Your positive encouraging attitude really make the difference...Thanks again"! J. Blackthorne "...By the way, we had a big show the night of the (first) lesson, and to be honest, I felt and sang GREAT. So much more confident. I know that sounds premature, but it's the truth. THANKS"! J.Siegel "Robert, Thank you so much for the incredible work, information and belief in the fact that this singer can be a source of "greatness." I really appreciated you staying late for me ... You are the best"! J.Cremer "...Things are going well -- I swear my high notes have already improved since coming to you"! ...BTW, I felt really good about my lesson Saturday. I know you're gonna help me become the "shiznit!"" H.Bale "... I just wanted to say that I love the way you have been teaching me and I know that with your help I am going to be able to take my career in music to the next step, I have felt so accomplished just being in your class one day a week, keep up the awsome teaching technique and keep giving the students your all..... see you on saturday...." TINK ;-) XOX "... People really love you, I'm looking forward to working with you. Everyone raise your glass to David Kyle". L. Rusty "... Rob, I couldn't be happier with you as my coach. My skill is improving exponentially thanks to you. Best decision I've ever made to further my music career. See you on Sunday..." D.Hagan "... On behalf of myself and Jackshot we want to thank TVS for all your help. It's nice to know there are vocal coaches that care more about the students and their success than just filling their pockets...Lastly, I personally appreciate you giving me the foundation to become a better singer and frontman. Without your drive and motivation it would have taken me much longer to see positive results. Rock On"!! M.Wilson "... I just wanted to say that I have been writing some of the vocal parts for our newest stuff and it is sounding awesome. I have to say it is in a huge part a reflection of the instruction you have given me and that I have worked on man. I can't wait to show you the new stuff it is very cool! Much thanks for all the help man. Looking forward to even more improvement"! C.Cullen "... The band is doing very well. I have officially been recognize as the frontman and leader of the band....Things are going very well we have added 6 more songs to our set list. Making our set list 16 songs of all original music....The band is blown away at how much I have improved in all areas"! T.Tanner "... Awesome website! "Marvelous, Wonderful" Thank God someone finally gives the Maestro (David P. Kyle) the credit he deserves"! G. Elseth "... Robert helps me explore and realize the range and power of my voice in new and interesting ways. And the real-world application of his teaching is immediate. The lessons happen in a way that makes sense for me as a working musician--on stage, singing through a live (and loud) PA system."... C. Mess "... Robert helped me to get my singing to the next level and learn how to listen to my own music more closely, for a stronger interpretation. Ive really gotten a lot out of the coaching time we have spent together..." S. Crawford "... Best vocal coach in Seattle, without a doubt ..." H. Brewer "... What I like best about Robert and his studio is the facilities are world-class, using the PA system really put me in my "element" and we were able to quickly get to work on our material. Its very different then other singer teachers I have been too..." E. Carter Robert Lunte The Vocalist Studio™ thevocaliststudio.com robert@thevocaliststudio.com 425.444.5053 Copyright 2007 by Robert J. 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