About

About me

I teach the Bel Canto ( ‘beautiful singing’) method of singing, and can show you how to produce an effortless voice which you can apply to any style of singing, be it classical, pop or rock. I learned this technique many years ago after suffering repeated sore throats trying to be heard above the noisy musicians in the various groups I joined.

I found a wonderful teacher, the renowned Muriel Smith, who helped me to undo the bad habits I had acquired whilst struggling to be heard. I learned to produce a sound which carried across the room but was effortless. I went on to have had a career as a professional singer in bands, and as a solo performer, for over 30 years, and have entertained audiences all over the world.

After having a family, and whilst still performing in the evenings, I taught singing for many years to high school pupils throughout Leeds, with many of my pupils achieving highly in external exams and some going on to have a career in music.

I show my pupils how to move easily from their chest to their head voice, smoothing out any audible ‘gear change’ and move seamlessly between notes.

You will learn to sing with expression, which is vital if you are going to connect emotionally with your audience. I love to inspire my pupils, whether children or adults, to convey the emotion within a song, whatever the genre of music, and thereby move their audience.

I am now teaching both adults and children from home, so, whether you just want to sing for pleasure or take external exams, I can help you work towards your goal.

I also teach Acoustic Guitar to all ages of beginners, and promise my new pupils that I can have them playing ( and singing if they are willing!) after only one lesson.