Transform your voice

What age groups do you teach?

In my 1-2-1s, I teach ages 6 and up. I believe 6 is the age at which children can start to understand the voice and begin refining it. I truly believe you can start to sing at any age, and I welcome students who are children, teens and adults at any skill level.

Can I take my lesson online?

1-2-1 lessons can definitely be online! I've taught online since the pandemic, seeing great improvement and success in my students. The choice is yours. Workshops are in person only, as they rely so much on teamwork and group creativity.

How far do you travel?

For 1-2-1 lessons, I run lessons from my home studio in central Farnham, or online. For workshops and group classes, I'm happy to travel within a 20-mile radius of Farnham.

How long are the lessons, and how often do they occur?

For adults and teenagers, I recommend an hour-long class weekly. For children, I'd suggest either 30 or 45 minutes, but we'll always work around your schedule and your needs.

Do you offer any discounts or package deals?

There are packages for 1-2-1 lessons, in both 5 and 10 lesson bundles, which come with a discount. I also offer a referral discount, which entitles you and the person you refer to a £5 discount each. And if you're a school or business wanting to book a custom number of workshops, we can negotiate a discount code for you.

Do I have to have a consultation?

No! If you want to jump straight into lessons and communicate your questions via email or text, that's 100% up to you.

What should I expect from my first 1-2-1 lesson?

The first lesson is all about us finding our groove together, for me to get to know your voice and for you to get to know me. In the free pre-lesson call, I'll ask you, or your guardian, how you learn best, your experience, your favourite songs, your goals, and whether you have any additional support needs. So our first class is all about exploration rather than purely introductions. I'll ask you to be prepared to sing part of a song you know well (this can be anything), as it's important for me to assess your voice, doing fun exercises and hearing you sing something you love.

What genres and styles of music do you teach?

I teach anything and everything! I'm classically trained and have a degree in Musical Theatre, but I also love to work on pop and rock. I'm happy to take on whatever you want to improve, and to open your eyes to other styles too.

Do we need to have the same vocal type?

Nope! I'm a classically trained soprano and you could be a pop tenor, but it really doesn't matter. I work through all types of technique and tailor every exercise to your own vocal range.

What teaching methods do you use?

In my 1-2-1 lessons, I'm all about your voice sounding like you. I'm not here to change your natural tone, but to enhance it through technical knowledge and understanding how the body impacts the voice. I was trained in the Estill Method, so I use a combination of this technique with adjustments for your needs and your voice. I also use a lot of creativity and imagination to aid understanding and bring out the fun of singing. Every student's lesson is different, as it's all about your needs.

How can students maximise their learning outside of lessons?

Practice makes perfect! I know it's a cliché, but your voice is a muscle and needs consistent training. Just as going to the gym once a month would mean slow progress, the same is true for the voice. I'll personalise my recommendations for outside of class to you, your voice, your schedule and the skill we're working on.

What qualifications and experience do you have in teaching the arts?

I've been teaching performing arts for over a decade, working with students of all ages, abilities and goals, and across all disciplines (singing, drama and dance). As well as this vast experience, I have a qualification specifically in teaching performing arts (ADPA) and a degree in Musical Theatre. I've also been trained in behaviour management, SEND teaching, first aid and safeguarding, and I hold a long-standing DBS. I'm happy to provide a copy of my DBS if you wish.

How do you safeguard your students?

For my students under 18, I contact the student's guardian exclusively, outside of the lesson. I'll also provide the guardian with a copy of my DBS and safeguarding certification on request. I'm incredibly communicative and will always give feedback to parents and guardians if and when something is flagged to me, or I notice something out of the ordinary. More than anything, I want to create a safe and fun environment for my students.

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