K-Pop — Entry No. 1112
보컬 코치
vocal-coach · noun
보컬 코치
vocal-coach
[VOH-kul KOHCH]
nounbeginner
Meaning
A trained professional who teaches singers technique, breath control, and performance skills to improve vocal ability. In K-pop, vocal coaches are crucial to idol training and are often mentioned in documentaries and variety shows.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
K-pop idols work with vocal coaches throughout their careers, not just during training. BTS members have credited their vocal coaches for improving live performance quality, while BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has discussed vocal training in depth during interviews. Documentary series often feature vocal coaches working with artists before comebacks.
Example Sentences
우리 보컬 코치는 정말 엄격해.
Uri vocal coach-neun jeongmal eomgyeok-ae.
Our vocal coach is really strict. (typical idol training dynamic)
보컬 코치가 우리의 음정을 다시 교정해줬어.
Vocal coach-ga uri-ui eumjeong-eul dasi gyojeong-haejwosseo.
The vocal coach corrected our pitch for us. (describing training process)
이 보컬 코치는 유명한 가수들을 많이 가르쳤어.
I vocal coach-neun yumyeong-han gasu-deul-eul mani gareuchyeosseo.
This vocal coach has taught many famous singers. (credibility indication)
⚠️ Don’t use vocal-coach when…
1) Vocal coach is different from a vocal teacher at school—K-pop vocal coaches specialize in professional performance technique. 2) Not all singers work with vocal coaches their entire career; some are self-trained or work with other instructors.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay — a mentor figure provides guidance similar to a vocal coach’s role
- K-Pop: IVE — their vocal coaches are frequently shown improving members’ live vocal abilities in documentaries
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