Question 1

Do you teach adults and children?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I teach adults, and children aged 8 +
I am a PVG scheme member and experienced working with younger singers, as well as adults.

Question 2

Do I have to be able to read music to have singing lessons?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. I’m here to support you to learn to sing in a way that suits you. I teach everything by ear so don't worry at all if you don't have any experience reading music.

Question 3

Do I need to have any experience before I start singing lessons?

Accepted Answer

No! I have lots of clients (both adults and children) who are complete beginners.

Question 4

Do you work with advanced singers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! I can support you if you are an experienced singer working on something specific, or if you have previously had lessons and want to continue developing your voice.

Question 5

How do online lessons work?

Accepted Answer

I teach online using Zoom. Before your lesson I will email you a link which you click to join. Before we start your first lesson, I will help you adjust your audio settings so that you get the most out of your lesson. You don’t need any specialist equipment – just a laptop, tablet or phone to join the lesson from.

Question 6

Where do lessons take place?

Accepted Answer

In person lesson take place at my private studio in Leith, near The Shore. For online lessons you can be anywhere in the world.

Question 7

What happens in the first lesson?

Accepted Answer

In your first lesson I’ll spend time finding out about you and what you want to achieve. I’ll then get you to sing a scale that will give me lots of information about your voice. If this makes you feel nervous, don’t worry at all. I’ll support you every step of the way, and you don’t have to do anything you don’t want to.

I will explain why your voice is doing what it’s doing and then help you with some exercises to develop your singing. We can work on a song of your choice as well, but if you're stuck for ideas, I can make suggestions.

Question 8

Do you teach a particular technique or style of singing?

Accepted Answer

I use techniques taught by the Institute for Vocal Advancement, where I study.

Training the voice using IVA techniques helps to improve singers range, stamina, resonance, breath control, vocal strength and quality without causing damage or fatigue.

It enables the singer to find a balance between air flow and intrinsic muscular resistance all within a resting laryngeal position.

I teach students to sing all styles of music in a safe, healthy, sustainable way.

Question 9

How do I book a lesson with you?

Accepted Answer

To book a lesson you can email nellvocals@outlook.com (mailto:nellvocals@outlook.com)or use the contact form on this website. You are also very welcome to contact me with any questions before you book your first lesson.

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Email: nellvocals@outlook.com