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Discussing technique, skills and more!Piano and Singing Lessons to Continue amid Coronavirus
In light of the spread of the Covid-19 virus, I have made the decision to teach students via online video links in an effort to minimalise close contact. I am, however, still taking on new students who will be welcome to come for their first lesson in person to get a...
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Featured in CVH 1st Class Magazine!
I am delighted today to share with you CVH 1st Class Magazine, a lovely magazine which looks at lifestyles, cookery, fashion, entertainment and much more of both vintage and modern day. I am proud to have been featured in Issue 6 of the magazine (page 20). The feature...
Going Viral, Being an Overnight Sensation…
Last night I watched, for the first time in ages, “The Matrix”. Something struck me whilst watching it - a thought that branched out into my “music world”. Throughout the film, the characters are plugged in and have information and skills uploaded into their brains....
Word of the Week – #3 Surprise!
Everyone who comes to me for lessons, whether piano or singing, comes with their own goals and agendas. This varies from parents either fulfilling a child’s wish or seeing potential in their child, to adults fulfilling their own long held desire to learn music....
Word of the Week – #2 Hydration
When you are a singer, your body, from your head to your toes, is your instrument. Yes, every inch. Of course there are some parts more obvious, such as your throat and vocal chords, lungs and even sinuses. For these, the advice is simple. Mainly, keep yourself well...
Word of the Week – #1 Practice
Each week I will be writing a little about my "Word of the Week" (WOW), these are words which crop up repeatedly or highlight an important aspect of what I teach. WOW #1 - Practice Practice (Verb) To perform (an activity) or exercise (a skill) repeatedly or regularly...
There’s More to Singing Than Opening Your Mouth!
I don’t get as many people interested in learning how to sing as those who want to learn how to play the piano, probably because (despite the fact that singing is one of the most natural things to do in the world) so many people have fears about singing in front of...
Gift Vouchers Are Back!
Gift Vouchers for Piano Lessons or Singing Lessons can be an amazing gift at any time of the year, but espeically at Christmas. Whether you want to give a big or small gift, the gift of music is a wonderful gift. Follow the links below as required: Piano Lesson Gift...