Teaching - Spring Term 2022

And just like that, it’s 2022! I’ve written 2021 about a hundred times already in the last few days…but it’s definitely 2022. For me, a new year brings a wave of organising and planning. If you’re anything like me, you’ll be getting organised too, so I wanted to let you know about my vocal lesson schedule for this term.

My availability for teaching has changed. I’ve been lucky enough to be back gigging and on tour over the last six months, and so I’m no longer scheduling weekly lessons with students. I now upload my availability at the start of every month on my booking page - so if you are preparing for an exam or an audition, or you are new to singing and fancy giving it a go, get in touch! There are a few spaces left for January, or come back on February 1st to book a lesson next month!

You can book via the Vocal Lessons page, and if you have any questions you can contact me here. I look forward to working with you soon.

Three Quick Tips For Singing

1. Try

If you don't try, you don't know. Rule number one for my students is that we never say 'I can't do something'. As with anything in life, if you don't try something you will never know if you can do it or not. Saying 'I can't do something' means you're just postponing the attempt.  If a student says that to me, I immediately add 'yet' to the end of their sentence. 'I can't do something yet' means they aware of an area they need to work on, and reminds them that anyone can do anything with enough practice and determination, if they just give it a go in the first place! Which leads me nicely on to point #2. 

2. Practice

Practice is the only way you're going to get better at something. The more you exercise your voice, the more control you're going to have over it. Practice with your exercises and warm ups and then apply to a specific song you’re working on. Can it feel frustrating and tedious? Yes, of course. Is it worth it? 100%. You’ll see!

3. Confidence

This is what I always bring lessons back round to - CONFIDENCE. I have a few students who say to me that when they practice on their own they are able to hit the high notes, sing loudly, and perform the song, but as soon as they try and sing it to someone (teachers, family, friends) they find they can't do it any more. There is a real fear of feeling judged when we sing. It’s a very vulnerable position to put ourselves in - there is no instrument to hide behind. But remember, you should never apologise for what you are putting out there, whether it’s on stage or in a rehearsal room. This is something I have to remind myself every time I sing. Perfection isn’t always what we want. Concentrate on feeling and emotion, and remember that you don’t have to win anybody over. Stand tall and be confident in what you are delivering. You’ll be great.