Experienced Vocal Coach trained in Jazz, folk and Pop. First class honours graduate of Jazz at Trinity Laban Conservatoire.

From 68.07 C$ /h

I have extensive training in music and singing and have attended The Brit School, gaining Triple Distinction* as well as Trinity Laban Conservatoire, where I graduated this year with a first class honours degree. For five months of my degree I was awarded an Erasmus scholarship to study Norwegian folk music at The Grieg Academy, Norway. This trip helped to sculpt my music and my current projects take a lot of influence from folk as well as free jazz and free improvisation.

I have taught privately for two years after training for eight years. I teach budding vocalists of all ages. I have helped prepare students for exams as well as encouraged students back into singing after years out of practice. I like to take a creative approach with students, to engage with them about short and long term goals as well as encouraging them to keep practice diaries to document their progress and for self evaluation.

I am very passionate about teaching as I believe it is one of the most rewarding activities - watching someone grow as they learn not only the basics of technique but when they start to develop their own sound. I believe I am an inspiring teacher and firm but fair when it comes to homework and discipline. I provide support to the students and have received feedback showing I am encouraging and helpful after each and every lesson - “ 5/5, Fantastic lessons - Rowan is great at giving feedback and at helping me set, review and achieve my personal goals. I always come away believing I have improved my knowledge and feeling inspired.” Jasmine Gorsuch, previous student.

Over the last couple of years I have performed in many settings in the UK, Norway and China and have invaluable experience gigging with various ensembles. I can help students with how to lead a band confidently once they are at that level. I am also proficient in teaching composition and music theory as well as some more advanced jazz theory and harmony. I also have knowledge in music business and event planning as well as how to market yourself as an artist.

Extra information

I teach over Skype, Zoom and Face time currently. Any of these work well.
An extra speaker/phone to play music on is helpful from your end. I currently teach the the RSL and Trinity syllabus if grades are the route you'd like to go.

Location

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Deptford, London, UK

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I like to understand what it is my student wants to improve on and set goals to achieve so I can help them reach their maximum potential! I also want the lesson to be enjoyable and let the student be creative with repertoire and songwriting.

I can help with : Technique, posture, repertoire, working towards 1-8 RSL and ABRSM grades. I can also teach and help with composition, improvisation and anything else towards developing your own sound as a vocalist! If you have any questions - let me know and I will be sure to get back to you as soon as I can :-)

Education

Trinity Laban Conservatoire 2016-2010 - Jazz BMUS, First Class Honours
Erasmus Scholarship at The Grieg Academy, Norway
The Brit School - 2012-2016. I achieved Triple distinction star for Level 2 and 3 Music diploma.

Experience / Qualifications

Grade 8 - Jazz vocals, Distinction
Grade 5 - Music theory, Merit
Grade 4 - Jazz piano, Merit
Grade 3 - Classical piano, Distinction
Grade 3 - Classical vocals

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

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