Discover your voice with professional singer Olivia! (Classical, pop, musical theatre, opera!)

From 125.85 € /h

Are you curious about singing, but feel like you don’t know where to start? Do you already have some experience of singing and are curious about what your voice could achieve at its full potential? Do you feel shy about your voice and wish you could feel confident enough to sing in front of other people? I am Olivia, a professional opera singer who is passionate about teaching singers a healthy vocal technique in all styles of singing, and helping them to grow in confidence along the way. My teaching room is a safe space where students are free to experiment, make mistakes and discover everything about their voice with my full support!

I have been teaching singing privately to pupils of all ages and levels for several years, as well as enjoying a busy performance career. I find that being a regular performer myself is very important when imparting knowledge and advice to my students because I want to teach you more than just the mechanics of singing - I want to guide you towards being an artist and expressing YOUR unique voice and personality. I work on vocal technique, drama and language, and have worked with children, teenagers, and adults - both those hoping to sing professionally and enthusiastic amateurs! Every lesson will include warmups and technical exercises as well as work on repertoire that we will choose together. I can teach in English, French or Italian.

As for my performance experience: I began taking singing lessons at 13 years old after joining the school choir in secondary school in London, and adored the process of training my voice. In my teens, I performed in concerts as a soloist and also in a few musical theatre roles, most notably Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. I moved to Switzerland and trained as an opera singer at the Haute Ecole de Musique de Genève, and did a Specialised Masters (Soloist) at the Hochschule der Künste Bern.

I have since gone on to perform with the opera houses of Geneva, Lausanne and Lucerne, the Opera House of Zrenjanin in Serbia, the Jeunesses Musicales Opera Studio (Croatia), London Grimeborn Festival, and have been a featured soloist at such concert venues as the Berlin Philharmonic, Salle Paderewski in Lausanne, the BFM in Geneva, the Cologne Philharmonic, and St Johns Smith Square in London. Most recently you may have seen me as Mrs P. in the Swiss première of Michael Nyman's 'The Man who mistook his Wife for a Hat' in Vevey, or if you've been enjoying the program 'Blob Opera' this year, you might be interested to know that I was one of the opera singers working on this project by recording hours of material for a machine to create an algorithm that recreating an opera singer's voice!

Good singing is about solid and healthy vocal technique, a good feeling for music, self-expression and confidence! I would love to work with you to build all of these parts of yourself and to see where your voice takes you.

If you have any questions, please do get in touch with me!

Location

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Around Neuchâtel, Switzerland

At teacher's location :

Rue du Seyon, Neuchâtel, Switzerland

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About Me

I am a professional opera singer based in Switzerland with a career on the stages of Europe. Singing is my passion, and part of that passion is igniting the light of singing in other people! I began studying voice as a teenager and singing quickly became my raison d'être. I firmly believe that anyone of any age and experience can learn to sing, and that it is possible to achieve a healthy vocal technique in any genre of singing. I love working with my students, so please do reach out and join my singing community!

Education

- Hochschule der Künste Bern - Specialised Master of Classical Performance (Soloist) (grade: excellent)
- Haute Ecole de Musique de Genève - Master of Voice Performance (grade: excellent)
- Morley Opera School - London

Experience / Qualifications

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
I have been teaching voice privately since 2014, with experience of the ABRSM grades system (100% success rate and high distinction rate), LAMDA exams, conservatoire entrance auditions, and also Music GCSE and A Level performance components. I also love teaching adults who are expanding their artistry for their own pleasure and are not looking to take exams. I am enthusiastic about teaching students in classical, musical theatre and pop styles.

PROFESSIONAL OPERA EXPERIENCE:
Luzerner Theater
Opera de Lausanne
Grand Théâtre de Genève
National Theatre Zrenjanin
Jeunesses Musicales Opera Studio
London Grimeborn Festival
Théâtre de l'Oriental Vevey

PROFESSIONAL CONCERT SOLOIST EXPERIENCE:
Berlin Philharmonic
Cologne Philharmonic
Neues Zürcher Orchester
Sinfonie Orchester Biel-Solothurn
L'Orchestre de Chambre de Genève

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Italian

Skills

Voice (music)

Singing

Opera

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Judith

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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced singer, my singing lessons are tailored to your level, pace, and goals. Through a caring and personalized approach, I'll guide you through the development of your voice, breath control, interpretation, and stage presence.

I am Judith, an experienced opera singer with a degree in teaching. Together, we will work on:
• Vocal technique (accuracy, placement, breath support)
• Interpretation (emotion, intention, style)
• The repertoire (according to your musical tastes)
• Self-confidence and the pleasure of singing

From opera to pop, including musical comedy and variety, I will help you progress through constructive and encouraging teaching.

Possibility of lessons at the teacher's home (to be discussed)

Xiang

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Hello everyone
I am a musician at Haute Ecole de musique in Geneva -Neuchâtel .I have rich teaching experience for 5 years.I got my profession bachelor degree by piano in China .I could give all the level courses of musical theories and the piano lessons and singing lessons too, And then I am Chinese teacher with rich teaching experience for all Level also, Feel free to ask me information

Soma

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You like to sing and you want to discover and deepen a facet of your personality ... come and take a Singing class!

Having obtained my Master of Education at the Haute École de Musique de Genève (Neuchâtel site) in 2016, I am ready to give Singing lessons for beginners or more advanced people!

I am open to all styles of music and I can also help you find directories that suit you! As well in the lyric (baroque, classic, romantic, contemporary) as in the variety (French or English pop or rock, lyric metal, film music ... rap rnb, why not)!
The pleasure of learning is important, while setting goals with the student who wants to develop his voice!

Classes take place at home if you have a piano.

* Lesson can be given in English (I also have a Bachelor in English language and literature)

Corinne

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Graduate teacher offers individualized pedagogy, whether for piano lessons or current music singing lessons!

My goal is to accompany you on the wonderful path of Music .. starting from your skills and trying to make you evolve as best as possible in the repertoire of your choice! Go ahead and embark on this exciting adventure!

Emma

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Teacher graduated with a Master of pedagogy from the Haute École de musique de Genève, I offer individualized or small group pedagogy (2 to 4 participants), assistance in preparing for auditions or castings or simply to learn to sing .

My pedagogy is suitable for all ages from 6 years old and all levels. If you want to make singing your profession or simply take pleasure in making music, my teaching adapts to you and your personal project. Depending on your wishes, we can approach a repertoire ranging from lyrical singing to current music, including the musical. I lived in England where I studied musical comedy there. The courses can therefore be given in English if necessary.

I look forward to meeting you for a great moment of music in perspective!

Frédérique

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TEACHER of singing since 2006 at the University of Music and Dramatic Art of Stuttgart - Staatliche Hochschule für Musik und Dartsellende Kunst Stuttgart,
CANTATRICE on the international stages,
I teach singing according to the Italian belcanto school, of which Manuel Garcia and Mathilde Marchesi are the reference representatives and through the awareness of the body according to the method of Iyengar yoga.

To professional singers:
I bring my experience as a singer when it comes to choosing your repertoire for auditions or learning a new role, by making you work on the technique, the style, the interpretation, the diction in the original language of the piece (I am quadrilingual French-German-English-Italian and have notions of Spanish, Czech and Russian), presentation, stress management through breathing exercises ...

For young singers wishing to join a University of Music in Switzerland or in Europe:
I prepare you for the entrance exams by giving you the good bases of vocal technique and by choosing a program adapted to the requirements of the different schools and to your abilities.

Beginners and experienced amateurs are both welcome:
Being an empathetic person and experienced in teaching singing, I will easily adapt to your level and help you progress through targeted work that will reveal your abilities.

Isabelle

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The theater is a popular art aiming to educate the great number, by the means of representations of societal problems. Today because of the costs that a year of courses represents, he becomes an ellitist. So much so that most actors over-think their character. The actor is not a thinker, he does, he defends, he nourishes his character, not seeking to play a role far from himself, but to create links through his experiences, his feelings, his imagination with the said character.
In the courses set up, my approach, although adapted to everyone, will be to enhance and enrich the creative process, sharing tools in order to make the activity a reality.
Talent does not last, only work counts!

Claudine

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You will find a benevolent setting where you can try, start again, make mistakes, without judgment and with pleasure.
No prerequisites for getting started. Your rhythm will be respected as well as the style and choice of repertoire you want to work on: pop, current music, musical or classical singing.

Come fearlessly with your questions and your desires!

Individual lessons for teenagers / adults

- Technical work: breath, voice development through exercises adapted to the level and profile of each
- Work on a piece from the repertoire: Putting technical work into practice on a piece chosen by the practitioner or by teaching for educational reasons. This moment also allows you to develop the learning of music theory if necessary.
Objective: to be able to sing a piece while being comfortable with the accompaniment so that interpretation and pleasure predominate.

Semi-private lessons

For all ages, levels or tessitura. Form your small group (mixed or not) to do a group singing workshop!

- Technical collective work. General approach to singing but also adapted to the needs of each one via bodywork and vocal warm-up.
- The course is adapted according to the needs and desires of the group. However, I suggest two ways of working:
o Soloist work: each participant brings a piece they wish to work on. Personalized working time that allows other participants to develop listening skills and learn by watching. We help each other, we advise each other with respect and kindness.
o Choral work: Singing in several voices is an important part of singing and helps to broaden the repertoire. Work a capella or with the accompaniment of a piece with several voices in order to develop listening to the other, create one and the same voice with several, open up and decomplex!

No need to know how to read music! As a choir director, I developed learning tools to allow non readers to work their scores on their own.

Musical awakening course from 4 years old.

We discover in this workshop the sounds, the rhythms, the instruments. We dance, we sing, we have fun, we learn by playing!

- Listening: Recognition of basic rhythms, learning of notes and different sound universes
- Fingerboard: Body percussion and practice of small instruments
- Breathe: Simple breathing exercise to discover the instrument body.
- Sing: whisper, shout, sing! We explore all possibilities from the spoken voice to the sung voice
- Play: through games you learn without realizing it!

I offer individual lessons of 30 min for children between 4 and 7 years old. It is also possible to form small groups to take a sibling or a group already formed. The course time can be adapted according to the desire of the child or the size of the group formed.

Musical awakening lessons from 7 years old

Music lessons where we develop the basics of musical awakening.
The child is better able to learn more complex rhythms as well as songs sung in one or two voices. We develop our ear, our voice always with pleasure and having fun!

- Listening: Recognition of more complex rhythms, recognition of notes and discovery of different styles of music
- Fingerboard: Body percussion with several
- Breathe: Breathing exercise to develop the voice.
- Sing: we learn songs, canons with several voices
- Play: you always learn while having fun!

I offer 45-minute individual lessons for children from 7 years old. It is also possible to form small groups to take for example a sibling or a group already formed. The course time can be adapted according to the desire of the child or the size of the group formed.

Jérémie

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Professional solo singer, Bass, trained in Switzerland and abroad (HEM, soloist master, concert master and teaching diploma), having sung on the stages of the operas of Geneva, Paris, Toulouse and Amsterdam.

Passionate about the history of vocal technique. His teaching follows the reflections of the writings of K. Bozeman, B. Coffin, W. Venard, J. Stark, V. Wenkert, and DG Miller.

A concert is organized for the students every year.

Camille

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Do you want to master your vocal presence and captivate your audience from the first words? Do you feel the need to speak confidently and without fatigue, whether during presentations or in social interactions? Give yourself the opportunity to develop your vocal potential with tailor-made coaching.

This personalized support will allow you to learn to unleash the full potential of your voice and to feel comfortable when speaking in public. My holistic approach integrates not only vocal development, but also posture, gaze and body expression, and numerous presentation techniques (...) because effective communication goes beyond words.

The modules and exercises are carefully designed to meet your specific needs, taking into account your goals and comfort level. By working on breathing techniques, vocal placement, diction and rhythm control, you will be able to reveal a sonorous and captivating voice, while overcoming stage fright and strengthening your natural charisma.

My approach also integrates vocal rehabilitation techniques, in order to prevent vocal tension and fatigue. By mastering silences and refining your nonverbal communication, you will learn to fully master the art of oratorical expression, leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

If you want to give your voice the power to convince, seduce and inspire, contact me today to find out how I can help you achieve your communication and public speaking goals.

Program :
- vocal techniques, practical exercises (examples: exercises focusing on accuracy, sound production, time, note maintenance, diction, vowels, etc.)
- work on breathing and breathing management
- body awareness
- stability
- resonance
- improvisation / free expression
- improved vocal comfort
- varied repertoire (adapting to your preference)
- well-being by the vibration of the voice
- improvisation, effects and vocal games, harmonies
-interpretation: work on emotions, body language, stage presence.

The work is focused on multidisciplinarity: voice, vocal health and bodily expressiveness, emphasizing the acquisition of optimal vocal placement, and stress management in public.

This progressive and tailor-made method aims to develop your voice:
-Breathing techniques
-Vocalises and technical exercises adapted to needs;
-dynamic exploration, diversification and release of one's voice while having fun and going beyond one's limits.

THE TEACHER :

Trained at the Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League University in the United States, our teacher trainer has specialized and worked for more than 17 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, regularly participating in forums and conferences, and also offering personalized INDIVIDUAL support, with pedagogy and meticulous methodology as the watchwords.

➤ LOCATION, TIMETABLE

✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 1 to 2 sessions (*2024 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

CONTACT / PROGRAM

✓ A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

Christian

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I am a tenor enjoying an international career as a soloist in opera and gospel music, and am also passionate about helping you to discover everything your voice can do! Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, I have been appearing on the stages of Europe and the UK for the past 10 years, for example, Welsh National Opera, Opéra de Lyon, Opéra de Lausanne, the Luzerner Theater, Buxton International Festival, Liverpool Philharmonic and many many more. My background, before my operatic days, was in Gospel music and I find that the two styles can go wonderfully hand in hand!

My lessons typically last an hour but can be longer depending on your needs, or shorter to begin with. I studied Classical Singing at the Conservatoire in Lyon France, and at the Haute Ecole de Musique de Lausanne in Switzerland, and have an extensive performing career in opera and gospel music.

Since 2018, I have been a passionate teacher to voice students of all ages and levels, from young students curious about developing their voices and taking exams, to professional artists performing live and pursuing recording careers. I would be delighted to work with you to build your confidence and vocal technique, to find what you are looking for with your voice!

Please don't be nervous if you are a complete beginner; I truly believe that we all have the capacity to sing if we learn the right techniques and are given the encouragement to stick with it! My lessons are a safe space to build on your skills and try new things.

Rupa

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I am a singer specializing in classical, devotional, and popular music from North India. I have 25 years of experience in contemporary and Indian music. I can offer lessons tailored to your needs and skill level.