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Welcome to Singing Solutions , Inspiring excellence, building voices and achieving vocal freedom. 

Hi, I’m Alice, Vocal Coach, Singer and Mentor.

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I specialise in teaching contemporary styles: RnB, Pop, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Rock, Folk, Blues etc.

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For as long as I can remember I have had a passion for singing and the voice. Singing is one of my greatest joys, and it is my aim to share the immense satisfaction and fulfilment that the free expression of our ‘first instrument’ can bring.

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Empowering and enabling singers to reach their full potential, to discover their voice and refine their natural gifts, is a privilege and something which I care deeply about. I aim to give you the confidence, knowledge and tools to understand how your voice works and to help you take your singing to the next level.

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In my 18 years of teaching voice, I have had the honour of working with many fantastic students. Past students have gone on to reach the semi-finals on major UK talent shows (Britain’s Got Talent) and others have gone on to sign with major record label (Sony, RCA).

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It is always inspiring to see progress and growth in my students. Whether it is helping those just beginning their journey, to semi-pros wanting to refine their skill-set or advanced singers seeking vocal maintenance and guidance.

Wherever you are on your vocal journey I would be happy to help.

"The only thing better than singing is more singing" -

 

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Ella Fitzgerald

"A great teacher is one who realizes that he himself is also a student and whose goal is not dictate the answers, but to stimulate his students creativity enough so that they go out and find the answers themselves." - Herbie Hancock

I am a qualified singing teacher with a PTTLS from City & Guilds. I have a BA Degree in Performing Arts as well as a Diploma in popular music specialising in vocals (Vocaltech).

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I initially trained and qualified as a Speech Level Singing Teacher (SLS) and have since continued my professional development incorporating techniques from other major vocal methodologies.

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I have been teaching private one to one singing lessons since 2006, and have lead a wide range of vocal classes for groups, including adult choirs, youth service singing provisions and after school singing clubs.

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I also work with adults with learning difficulties and disabilities and run music therapy sessions for the NHS mental health service. 

I have a current DBS & have received child protection training.

 

In addition to teaching I am also an artist/performer/songwriter with an extensive repertoire specialising in Soul, Gospel, Blues, and Jazz. 

I am committed to following the latest developments in teaching in the field of vocal technique, and broadening my knowledge and skillset through continued professional development

Qualifications & Continued Professional Development

 

  •  2023 Vocal Massage - Vocal Health Education. 

Vocal massage therapists use gentle and specialised massage techniques to release tension in the muscles surrounding the throat and neck. This can help relax the muscles involved in voice production. This work is particularly valuable for individuals who rely on their voices professionally, such as singers, actors, public speakers, and voice-over artists.

Course topics included :

Anatomy and Physiology of the Vocal Apparatus, 

Vocal massage techniques are designed to promote relaxation, relieve tension, and improve the overall health and function of the vocal apparatus.

Laryngeal Manipulation: Instruction on how to perform gentle and safe manipulation of the larynx to release tension and improve vocal cord function.

Exploring the biophychosocial philosophy in relation to manual therapy​​

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  • 2021 Vocal Health 1st Aid  - Vocal Health Education.

A Vocal first aider has practical skills to spot the signs of a range of vocal dysfunction and imbalance. Knowledge to help someone towards recovery by: Guiding them in self-management, or. Passing them on to further support, whether that is specialist vocal rehabilitation coaching or clinical treatment.  

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  • 2014  Fundamentals of the singing voice -  City Lit (in association with the British Voice Association)

A professional development course for singing teachers and singers covering anatomy, physiology, acoustics and health of the singing voice. For advanced singers and singing teachers.

 

  • 2014 Introduction to accent breathing for singers - City Lit (in association with the British Voice Association)

 A course for singing teachers and advanced singers introducing the background and rationale of the accent method of breathing and practical work through the three stages of graduated exercises. 

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  • April 2014 - Estill for Singing Teachers 

Training day looking at the integration of the Estill Model into traditional singing teaching approaches, addressing common vocabulary and practical exercises. The advantages the Estill Model can bring in identifying specific vocal problems. Analysis of the causes and solutions for commonly encountered vocal difficulties.

 

  • March 2010 'SING UP' Training day.

Course title: Leading Choirs

 

  • February 2010 'SING UP' Training day.

Course title: Establishing Choirs for Primary-age Children: Towards Performance

 

  • January 2010 'SING UP' Training day

Course title: Sing Your Socks Off!

 

  • January 2010 Trinity Guildhall's Open University: KS2 Music CPD Program

Continued professional development training for music leaders at KS2

 

  • January 2010 - Music leader: 'Introduction to Kodaly'

 

  • December 2009 - 'SING UP' Training day Course title: Sing something simple (and watch it grow..)

 

  • December 2009 - 'SING UP' Training day Lead by Choir leader: Richard Frostick

Establishing choirs with Primary-age Children 

 

  • October-December 2009 - Music leader Course

 

  • September 2009 - Young People, the Arts and Social Inclusion

Modules included:  child protection & behaviour management

 

  • July 2009 London's Little Voices (part of the 'Sing Up' initiative)

 

  • Sep 2009-Dec 2009 City & Guilds 7303  (PTTLS)

 

  • 2006 Qualified Speech Level Singing Teacher 

 

  • 2003-2005  BA Degree in Performing Arts  -  London Metropolitan University (focusing on arts from the African Diaspora)

 

  • 2001-2002    Diploma in Popular Music - (specialising in vocals) Vocaltech

"If music is central to a person's life, it can be something very special and life-affirming." -  Luciano Pavarotti

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