Invitation: The Joyful World of Music

Since the dawn of civilization, Music has always been an important part of human culture.  Music is the instrument used by humans that enable them to express their innermost feelings. Victor Hugo said Music gives voice to what is inexpressible.  More than anything else, Music heals our troubled souls; helps us find solace in the melodies of songs that capture human imagination. 

For children Music is not only fun, but also provides a sense of security.  Children sing or hum to themselves when they feel happy because others appreciate them.

I invite you to come and acquire the mastery of singing with confidence.  You will learn the technique of using your voice without straining your vocal cords and the ability to concentrate while performing.  With the combination of skills, you will leave your audience enthralled and highly satisfied.

Let your students express themselves through Music while having fun. The riveting lessons which I offer simply do that and more.  Your students will learn to discover and hone their vocal talent, build their self-confidence, and increase their concentration needed to learn better and faster.

As a trained vocalist and efficient mentor, I am very much interested to be a part of your learning experience in the world of Music.  I am willing to teach your individual students or enter a partnership with your organization. I offer the following short courses:

1. THE VOICE BASIC COURSE
   
   The Voice Basic Course is  a program that focuses on the development of your talent in singing, with emphasis on building your self confidence and acquiring the unique ability to heal and communicate through singing. You will also learn to develop your leadership abilities.

VOICE BASIC COURSE TOPICS

a. How the voice works through breathing, vocalization, articulation and resonance

b. Vocal Characteristics-factors that determine vocal personality

*volume

*pitch

*quality of voice

*rate

c. Leadership Training-tips and techniques that enhance and build self confidence

*visualization

*overcome stage fright

*how to relate to your audience

*what works with movements, facial expression, posture and appearance

d. Musical Production- this will teach the student the art of performing, organizing and designing a musical show.  It also gives the student the opportunity to perform before a live audience which will formally introduce them to the public as aspiring professional performers.

Who can enroll?

          a. Group A   Ages   seven to thirteen

          b. Group B   Ages   thirteen and above

        INVESTMENT FEE- P5, 000.00

        For eight sessions of an hour each

2. ADVANCED VOCAL THERAPY

Advanced Vocal Therapy provides all the inspiration, information and guidance you need to help you fulfill your natural talent, whether you are preparing for a career in music industry or you simply enjoy singing. More techniques on how to make the most of all the aspects of your performance, from developing your own individual style to releasing the full potential of your voice.

ADVANCED VOCAL THERAPY TOPICS

a. How the Voice Works- Physiology and Problems

b. What kind of singing voice you have

c. Introducing Placement

d. Increasing your Range

e. How to interpret your song vocally and visually

f. Knowing your vocal roots

g. The paint palette

h. Technical Stuff

i. Musical Production/Concert

Who can enroll?

       Ages thirteen and above and are graduates of the Voice Basic Course or has taken any basic training in Voice.

          INVESTMENT FEE- P6, 5000.00

          For eight sessions of an hour each

If you are an organization and you agree to be my school and community partner, I will come personally to your school, I am willing to sit down and discuss the schedule. Your organization will benefit from this program since it will add another feature to the courses you are already offering. Hence, more students will be attracted to come to your institution.  On top of that, a good percentage of my professional fees will be remitted to you.

Join me in this worthy endeavor of cultivating the inherent ability of your students to sing and perform with professionalism and dynamism.

I look forward to hear from you about this exciting partnership. You may contact me by leaving a private message to Mark Belosa.

Thank you very much and God bless.

Sincerely Yours,

Melissa Joy Dulay-Vitug

Personal Profile

Trained by Professor Grace Melendrez of  the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music with a specialization in Classical Music, her passion for music led her to share her knowledge based on her own training and experience.

Born to musically inclined parents, Joy at a young age began singing at family parties and joined several singing contests during her elementary years. She took piano lessons and guitar lessons. She was a choir member in church.

In 1987, she was trained by Professor Ed Santos, a member of OPM (Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-Aawit). She was a member of the Life Giver Music Ministry in Baguio City. She has a Bachelors degree in Mass Communications from Saint Louis University. She has won awards from Tagisan Ng Talino Song Writing Competition during her college years.

A proud member of Organizational Change Consultants Incorporated, a change development consultancy dedicated to transforming communities by transforming individuals. She is a speaker, and advocate of personal empowerment and speaks regularly on the subject on power of the mind and affirmation to help you more purposefully activate the law in your life, be more confident and attract more success and awesome relationships.

She is presently the Secretary of Miriam College High School Third Year Level Family Council and an active parent officer of the Ateneo De Manila Grade School. She is a member of Liturgical Ministry as a lector and commentator of Our Lady of Pentecost Parish in Varsity Hills and serves as a music mentor of the parish youth ministry. She is a Professional Singer, a member of UST Conservatory of Music Jazz Group, Small Town and acoustic band, Pastiche.