QR Code Link to This Post GUITAR-BASS-SONGWRITING-VOICE LESSONS http://www.innerphonic.com Learn the Legendary Speech Level Singing (SLS) Technique.
Oakland & Berkeley CA. *** Online lessons also available Worldwide via Skype and iChat!
I have performed and or recorded with members of Santana, Sly And The Family Stone, Graham Central Station, The James Brown Band, The Gap Band, The Wailers, John Lee Hooker, and Con Funkshun among others.
*Please visit; https://soundcloud.com/marzuki-grinage/funk-blues-guitar-demo-sampler to hear my Blues playing-
http://punkfunkmob.bandcamp.com/track/funky-2-me (Guitar, bass and keys) and
http://punkfunkmob.bandcamp.com/track/funky-proud (Guitar and bass) to hear my Funk playing.
-http://www.reverbnation.com/marzukigrinage/song/15542116-guitar-sampler to hear my Rock/Metal playing.
Video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdg0qf_F-fU
You can also visit my website http://www.innerphonic.com to hear me play and get more info about lessons.
My teaching approach emphasizes the development of your personal style and the addressing of your specific needs. Whether you want to learn music theory, technique, or just want to have fun learning your favorite songs & "licks", I have consistently been able to help my clients to achieve their goals. If you're creating music, improvising, or want to know WHY your favorite songs sound so good, by understanding the underlying logic of why chords and scales work well together you will gain mastery of expression and productivity.
Learn tools which will allow you to communicate your ideas including; Theory, Reading (reading music is not mandatory,) Chords/Scales, Creating Melodies, Harmony, Improvisation (learn the correct scales and application to your favorite styles/songs,) Arranging, Substitutions, Ear Training (recognizing Key Centers, Scales/Chords by ear) and more! Learn what you need to know in order to meet the demands of playing the popular music of yesterday and today!
GUITAR STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
"I decided to take guitar lessons a couple years after I picked up my first guitar. Marzuki was my teacher. At the time I knew almost nothing, I always thought of me as a slow learner, and I wasn't sure if music was the right path for me, but it didn't matter for Marzuki. He is the most patient person I've ever met. He's very encouraging and kind to his students. He taught me everything I know; all my basic scales, chords, and reading, etc."
"Marzuki is the best coach, mentor, and friend that anyone can ask for. If it wasn't for my lessons with him, I wouldn't be where I am right now. It has now been almost 9 years for me as a dedicated musician. I currently lead a punk blues, garage rock trio band called The Mutilations that has played many shows and events around the Bay Area, that's written countless songs, that is finishing up recording our first EP, and that is getting ready to compete in the "Gorilla Music Battle Of The Bands Finals".
"I plan to pursue music in college and hope be a professional musician, producer, etc. Marzuki Grinage can certainly say that he had a big part with all of my accomplishments. I thank him or everything." Eric Escobedo, The Mutilations - https://www.facebook.com/TheMutilations
"Marzuki's guitar lessons are empowering jam sessions. I feel like we make new music every time, and then when I get home, I realize I also picked up on a ton of music theory along the way. He brought my soul, funk, and lead game to the next level, and then I leveled up like ten more times after that. Talk to this guy." - Scott Ricketts of Low Country Kingdom
VOICE - LEARN THE SPEECH LEVEL SINGING METHOD - THE TECHNIQUE USED BY LEGENDS!
SLS is the most recognized vocal technique in the world! With some of the world's top celebrities using this technique, and with over a million students, the SLS technique will help you stand above the competition. There are no better voice and singing lessons in Oakland, San Leandro and the San Francisco Bay Area!
Now the same singing technique the pros use is available to you. Learn to sing with a strong clear and flexible voice over a range you never dreamed possible. No matter what style of music you sing- Pop, Rock, Gospel, Opera, or Musical Theater - The Speech Level Singing approach to voice training is the proven method.
SLS has been used by over 120 Grammy Winners including; Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson (Rest In Peace) Prince, Amy Lee (Evanescence,) Luther Vandross, Kelly Clarkson, Ozzy Osbourne, Ray Charles, Michael Jackson, Anita Baker and many more.
- LIPA - The Liverpool Institute of Performinig Arts is the first SLS affiliated school, co-founded by Paul McCartney -
- SLS is endorsed by American Idol as their Official Technique -
VOICE STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
"I was introduced to the SLS method and with that Marzuki not only taught me how to use my gift in a better way, he made it incredibly easy for me to get better at singing. My first aid from him came in preparation for American Idol 2010 season (which I made Top 135 out of estimated 10,000 in Los Angeles) which I know wouldn't have been possible with out Marzuki."
"My success from the auditions is only what I hope to be the beginning of my progression as a vocalist. However I owe a tremendous deal of my progress to Marzuki, for his patience, positive feedback and support. I recommend his teachings to any singer that is serious about singing and wants to take their voice a step further." Jason Hunter (Top 135 American Idol 2010.)
"Since working with Marzuki, gone are the days of being out of breath when I sing and feeling like I'm singing through my nose. My confidence has grown tremendously now that I am learning the right way to use my voice. Marzuki has a way of explaining things in simple terms I can understand. Even though it's only been a couple months since my lessons started, I've come further than in the last 10+ years singing on my own." Chayla Smith
"Marzuki is the best voice instructor I've ever worked with. Ever since I've been attending Marzuki's lessons I've noticed a huge difference in my singing and range capabilities. I was always a good singer but Marzuki is by far the frosting on the cake. I am more motivated than ever to pursue my singing career with confidence thanks to Marzuki." Dina Kane -
"Learning Marzuki's vocal technique has allowed me to have much freedom with my voice. I've gained power and consistency and leave gigs feeling satisfied. He pushes me to explore my abilities and to incorporate my full range seamlessly in performances. I'm grateful for his guidance and support." Lina Torio-Luna, vocalist with the band Mestiza -
"My voice teacher Marzuki Grinage - Speech Level Singing rocks! I didn't think singing could ever be this fun. The quality of my voice is really improving with his patient style. Also, I no longer lose my voice after shows with my band Sentinel. Of course there is always room for improvement, but I feel like I'm on the road to singing like the professionals. - The likes of Evanescence and Paramore." Tarabud, vocalist for the band Sentinel -
(They are played regularly on San Francisco Bay Area radio stations including KITS Live105, KSAN (FM) The Bone, KALX UC Berkley, KUSF UC San Francisco, KZSU Stanford and regularly make the list of top Bay Area local bands.) ***A SINGER'S MOST COMMON PROBLEMS WHEN TRYING TO SING HIGHER NOTES***
1) STRAINING - Many improperly trained singers push their low (chest) voice up too high (which sounds like yelling.) This is very harmful to the vocal cords and can lead to fatigue, hoarseness, vocal nodules, hemorrhaging.
2) CRACKING/DISCONNECTING INTO "FALSETTO"- Falsetto is a breathy sound which results from the vocal cords not closing properly (like they do when we speak correctly.) Singing in Falsetto results in limited strength/expression and is also damaging to your vocal cords over time. Did you know that whispering creates edema, swelling of the vocal cords?
SLS IS THE SOLUTION: If you sing with closed vocal cords and a low, stable larynx (Adam's apple,) you will be able to sing smoothly from low to high through the breaks in your voice and be able to more easily focus on the art of singing because your voice is consistent, strong and healthy! Whether you are singing soft or loud, low or high, you should sing using the same vocal posture as when you speak. SLS uses special exercises that create this balance in the voice automatically. All you need to do is practice with your recorded personalized lesson CD for 15-30 minutes a day to start experiencing dramatic improvements in your voice!
For more on Speech Level Singing please visit my website @ http://www.innerphonic.com
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