I am employed both in the performing arts and education sectors, excited to help develop musicians of the future. Hence I run a small private teaching practice, teach at the Young Actors Theatre Islington, the Herts Music Centre, and regularly cover with the London Music Institute. Perhaps it is helpful to know that I maintain a fully enhanced DBS check and obtained a "safeguarding in education" certificate. I also hold a CertHE in psychodynamic psychotherapy and have experience working with SEND.
1 - 1 Singing Lessons
Whether you are looking for a new hobby or want to prepare for auditions and professional performances, this classical singing course provides lessons tailored to your goals. Together, we will discover the potential of your instrument by building on skills in vocal technique such as breath support and projection. Because vocal health is vital in your singing journey, you will learn fun warm-ups that enrich your vocal technique. The classical singing repertoire includes opera, oratorio and art songs in various styles and languages. You will receive language coaching when learning your favourite German lieder, French chansons and Italian arias. Text interpretation will be a focal point of your musicianship and development of performance skills. Where possible, I provide piano accompaniment throughout our lessons. This particular singing course at YATI is mainly for adult learners, though with a degree of flexibility.
Where? Young Actors Theatre Islington @ https://youngactors.org.uk
When? Monday evenings and Sundays.
Fees: £50/h
Point-of-contact: please find the contact page on my website to email me directly
1 - 1 Piano & Singing Lessons
Students of all ages, experience levels and musical abilities are welcome, whether you are a complete beginner, returning to playing after a long break or are looking to supplement lessons that you may take elsewhere.
Where? Herts Music Centre
When? Wednesdays and Thursdays
Fees: £25/30' & £48.25/h
Point-of-contact: Please request a trial lesson by mentioning me via the online booking system
@ https://www.hertsmusiccentre.co.uk/tuition#TUITION
1 - 1 Music Theory Lessons
Successful completion of the ABRSM grade five allows students to proceed onto grade six with instruments and singing. I will gladly guide you or your child towards completing grade five. Previous students had high success rates with distinctions of 80% and above. Ideally, lesson hours are fifty minutes in duration because music theory lessons require great concentration.
Where? Online
When? Flexible scheduling
Fees: £45/h
Point-of-contact: please find the contact page on my website to email me directly
Junior Singing Group Classes
Are you between 6 and 11 years old and passionate about singing? Singing classes are a regular activity at Young Actors Theatre that run on weekday evenings and weekends and are 45 minutes long. We learn songs from musical theatre, pop, rock and even jazz; play with mash-ups, sing as a unit, harmonise and learn audition techniques. The first 15-20 minutes of each lesson consists of games and a vocal warm-up, focusing on posture, breath control, articulation and voice placement.
Where? Young Actors Theatre Islington
When? Saturdays 3.15 - 4 pm (September start-time TBC)
Fees: £94/term
Point-of-contact: YATI @ https://youngactors.org.uk
Senior Singing Group Classes
Are you 65+ and find yourself singing along to the radio, humming your favourite songs? Come and join a group of like-minded singing humans. No experience is required to join this class. This class aims to experience the joys of music. I will be happy to receive repertoire suggestions for your favourite songs. If you need the assistance of a carer to attend this class, they are welcome to join free of charge. Let's go on a musical adventure together!
Where? Young Actors Theatre Islington
When? Monday evenings 6.30 - 7.20 pm or Sundays from September (TBC)
Fees: TBC by YATI management
Point-of-contact: YATI @ https://youngactors.org.uk