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Amanda Forbes - Singing Lessons, Tutoring, Vocal Coaching in London

Amanda Forbes Gold Member

London (SE25) View on map
Last Logged In: 09 Feb 2012
Sex: Female
Web site: www.amandaforbes.co.uk
Can Travel To: BR E EC SW

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BMus 1st Class Honours
DipRAM (Royal Academy of Music, London)
Equity
References are available upon request

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Classical Singing £45.00/hr

Vocal Coaching £45.00/hr

Personal Message: I am a Singing Teacher and trained at the Royal Academy of Music in London and the National Opera Studio.
Which subject(s) do you teach?: Singing - Classical technique as a foundation which can be applied to all styles of singing.
Music Theory
Tell me about your qualifications.: I hold a BMus with 1st class honours, a Postgraduate Diploma in Opera from the Royal Academy of Music, and am a graduate from the National Opera studio in London.
What kind of experience do you have?: I have performed lead roles in Opera and Music Theatre with major companies across the UK and Europe. I perform regularly for high profile corporate events and concerts accross the UK, Europe and the Middle East. In addition to my performing I teach singing both privately and as guest tutor at various music academies and schools across London.
How much do you charge?: £45 per hour, or £25 for half an hour.
Where do you teach?: I can travel to most London areas and can organise either a studio in a central location, or teach at student's place if they have a piano or keyboard. I also have a studio in South London in Crystal Palace/Croydon area.
When are you available?: Available weekends and weekday evenings. Some weekdays, but this is variable. Please contact for further information.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: All ages and levels welcome (so long as you really want to learn to sing)
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?: Trinity Guildhall and ABRSM exams, Auditions for Music Colleges etc.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: Yes
Do you belong to any professional organisations?: Equity
Where and with whom did you train?: University of Melbourne, Australia Royal Academy of Music, London National Opera Studio, London
Tell me about some of your current students.: I am currently working with students from beginners to professionals, in both the classical and pop industries.
Do you have a personal message for students?: I am happy working with all levels of students, but I focus a lot on technique and really getting your voice to work at its optimum level and at its most beautiful. I teach classical technique, but it is applicable to all styles. If you really want to learn to sing and are prepared to work hard then get in touch.

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