Welcome

Welcome to my official site. I am a vocal coach - a specialist in all aspects of the voice. Here is some information about my singing.

Moravian

Whilst in Morava(Czech Rep.) I learned the Bel Canto singing technique from Paolo de Napoli and Giancarlo Ruggieri then worked as a singer for the Janáček Opera Chorus Brno of National Theatre Brno and Czech Philharmonic Choir Brno.

Bristol

After settling in Bristol (2004) I have sung in lots of lovely venues in the Bristol area, including:

• Colston Hall, Bristol
• Llandaf Cathedral, Cardiff

These are a few of the conductors, directors and choral societies that I have had the pleasure of working with :

• Adrian Partington
• Bristol Choral Society
• BBC National Chorus of Wales.
• English Voices
• Tim Brown
• Parisian Orchestre des Champs-Élysées
• Rene Jacobs

I have sung solo parts for these great classical works:

• Rossini's Stabat Mater
• Petite Messe Solennelle
• Rachmaninov's Vespers
• Orff''s Carmina Burana
• Janacek's Otcenas
• Verdi's Requiem

Bristol Singing Lessons

Book a lesson today!
Ring 07738262085, 0117 966 42 70
Introductory lesson - only £25

Individual (1-2-1) lessons, unless requested otherwise

 

During your introductory lesson we will discuss which aspects of your voice we need to work on, and the genre of music you would like to learn to sing (opera, metal, folk, post-rock, classical, jazz, musical, etc.).

Cost of lessons

The price of future lessons may be more than £25 depending on where you live in Bristol (if you are having your lessons at home), when you are available etc.

I can teach you at home, or at The Tobacco Factory, Southville, Bristol

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'Open mic' nights for Bristol singers

Keen to try out your singing skills on a Bristol audience? I encourage my students to get plenty of performance practice singing in Bristol, without pushing them to perform if they feel too nervous.

Here is a selection of my favourite Bristol open mic nights for singers.

Halo, Gloucester Road

A wonderful night for first time performers (or 'virgins' as they call them!). Half poetry, half music. Make sure you get there nice and early to get a slot.
www.myspace.com/acousticnightbristol

Under The Stars Bar, Harbourside

A floating boat opposite the Watershed cinema. They hold an excellent open mic night every Friday - the fabulous venue guarantees a large audience. The relaxed atmosphere makes it a good one for nervous singers. Ring Leah or Andy on 0117 929 8392 for more information.

Mr Wolf's

Perfect if you already sing in a band, as they have a drum kit you can use. If you impress them enough you may be on your way to getting paid gigs with them, as they are a thriving Bristol venue, always showcasing the best Bristol Singing talent.
www.mrwolfs.com

My favourite singers

Lisa Kelly

This 'Celtic Woman' has a naturally beautiful voice, with no signs of unpleasant faux 'operatic technique'.

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Nightwish

Here performing Phantom of the Opera. Whilst I find this female singer's high notes too 'operatic', I love the male bass vocals.

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Bruce Dickinson

Some people may find the voice of Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson a little bit forced or maybe even 'violent'. However, I think he is better than many singers who are more well known than him in the world of classical music.

Firstly, take a few moments to consider the gruelling tour schedule of the band. On average they perform a full concert every two days.

Secondly, listen to one of their songs, Nomad is a good example; Dickinson sings a high B natural 40 times! This is the same as the top note in Puccini's Nessun Dorma.