Client & Student Testimonials
Steve has a large client list which includes well-known recording artists, TV personalities (such as renowned North East celebrities/presenters and even a Dragon from BBC's Dragon's Den), West End performers, actors, opera singers, singing teachers and public speakers working within corporate and educational sectors.
And, while he works with singers in commercial recorded/performance music such as Pop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, Funk, Gospel, R&B and Musical Theatre, as well as preparing vocalists/actors for auditions, Steve also enjoys teaching aspiring singers who are developing their voice or just starting out, as well as those who might consider themselves ‘tone-deaf’.
His teaching stems from a balance of science-based knowledge across various vocal pedagogies/research, years of experience as a professional touring vocalist, vocal coach, pianist, lecturer and musical director as well as an in-depth knowledge of how the voices works. Allied to his passion for music, he is an intuitive voice coach who teaches with enthusiasm, humour and compassion in a bid to help students overcome their specific vocal challenges.
But, find out below just what Steve's clients and students think themselves!
And, while he works with singers in commercial recorded/performance music such as Pop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, Funk, Gospel, R&B and Musical Theatre, as well as preparing vocalists/actors for auditions, Steve also enjoys teaching aspiring singers who are developing their voice or just starting out, as well as those who might consider themselves ‘tone-deaf’.
His teaching stems from a balance of science-based knowledge across various vocal pedagogies/research, years of experience as a professional touring vocalist, vocal coach, pianist, lecturer and musical director as well as an in-depth knowledge of how the voices works. Allied to his passion for music, he is an intuitive voice coach who teaches with enthusiasm, humour and compassion in a bid to help students overcome their specific vocal challenges.
But, find out below just what Steve's clients and students think themselves!
Just some of the lovely words from past & present clients...
"My lessons with Steve have been an absolute joy! Not only has my support improved but I've developed stylistically and now have confidence in my voice again. Steve has a real passion for what he does and this energy, felt in each and every session, keeps me inspired and driven, even in between our lessons. Thank you."
Sanaz Lavasani, Professional Vocalist & Session Singer
Sanaz Lavasani, Professional Vocalist & Session Singer
"I have been going to Steve for sessions for approximately 20 months. He has an exceptional understanding of the voice and is never short of ideas and techniques to increase my vocal range and quality. Not only is he a professional top of his game but he is also a true gent. For anybody wanting to take their voice seriously, I would strongly recommend."
Jeff Dodds, Singer-Songwriter / Lead Vocalist for The Incognitos
Jeff Dodds, Singer-Songwriter / Lead Vocalist for The Incognitos
"I required a mentor who specialised in physiology of the voice, yet I gained a lot more as Steve’s musicianship, musicality and experience in higher level teaching is second to none. A big benefit for myself and my pupils’ is that Steve is still very much performing in the Industry so, in turn, can offer cutting edge/current ideas. My overall knowledge has increased ten fold, which has helped me to become a much more versatile vocal coach/teacher."
Julie Turner, Professional Vocal Coach
Julie Turner, Professional Vocal Coach
“I have been a student of Steve’s for the past six years and throughout moving to London, and various musical theatre schoolings, I continue to return to his tuition. In every lesson I am pushed beyond my comfort zone whilst always feeling supported and encouraged to become a better vocalist. Steve has helped me to curate a toolbox that will aid and support me in my career as a performer. Not only do I now have a better knowledge and understanding of my voice, Steve has also helped me to fall back in love with singing.”
Molly Barton, Musical Theatre Student
Molly Barton, Musical Theatre Student
"Steve is a fantastic teacher; professional, patient and highly skilled in his field. I was able to learn a lot more about my voice and how to use it properly following my lessons with him. I have never taken vocal lessons before and would highly recommend Steve’s lessons to anyone - whatever your vocal style. A brilliant experience."
Joseph Hughes, London-based Singer-Songwriter / The Birthday Letters
Joseph Hughes, London-based Singer-Songwriter / The Birthday Letters
"Although I'd been singing for almost 10 years, I felt I needed an appropriate vocal coach to help equip me with the necessary knowledge and techniques needed in order to take my voice to the next level. Having worked with Steve numerous times, I now enter recording sessions with confidence and an array of approaches which allow me to endure sustained sessions resulting in better results. I look forward to future sessions as I know I'll walk away with new ideas on how to continue to improve."
Anthony Francis, Singer-Songwriter / Lead Vocalist of BARE ROOTS
Anthony Francis, Singer-Songwriter / Lead Vocalist of BARE ROOTS
"As a singer with lifelong vocal problems, including surgery for nodules, I would highly recommend Steve’s vocal coaching. He taught me how to look after my voice, how to get the best from it, along with better technique. My vocal stamina and the quality of sound noticeably improved after just a few sessions with Steve. I would not hesitate booking more sessions if I needed any more help or wanted to work on particular aspects of my singing."
Joanne Robinson, Cabaret Vocalist & member of vocal group Encore.
Joanne Robinson, Cabaret Vocalist & member of vocal group Encore.
"Thanks to Steve's private tuition and musical direction in VOTT, I understand my voice so much better, I can maintain and produce it so much more effectively, and I have the confidence to do so in front of anything from massive crowds at VOTT gigs, to scary audition panels. Steve's also just about the canniest man alive, and no matter your background in life or in singing, he makes you feel like a rock star, and one of the family."
Will Davies, Actor & Voice of the Town Vocalist
Will Davies, Actor & Voice of the Town Vocalist
"I started singing lessons with Steve last year as an absolute beginner and was extremely nervous about singing in front of anyone. From the first lesson he set me at complete ease and made me feel like it would not only be possible for me to perform in front of others, but be great at the same time. I love having lessons and my singing has improved beyond recognition - I performed in front of family and friends for the first time at Christmas. Steve is extremely knowledgeable, a fantastic teacher, and an amazing singer himself."
Jason Smith, Vocal Student
Jason Smith, Vocal Student
"Steve is an excellent vocal coach, singing teacher and musical director. Regular one-to-one sessions with him have enabled me to work on extending my vocal range, to improve my singing technique and to explore styles of delivery and repertoire. Steve's tuition has helped me to develop the skill, understanding and confidence to control my singing and to make strong and considered choices about how I perform my material. The sessions are great fun too."
Jenny Lingham, Jazz Vocalist
Jenny Lingham, Jazz Vocalist
"Before being taught by Steve I had already played music from a young age. Although I loved to sing, I never felt as confident in my voice as I did playing an instrument. Steve has taught me that my voice can be an instrument in its own right: I love to sing now more than ever before."
Elizabeth Smith, Multi-Instrumentalist & Vocal Student
Elizabeth Smith, Multi-Instrumentalist & Vocal Student
"Steve is refreshingly frank and practical in identifying and focusing on exercises and songs to improve fundamental techniques that address areas of specific concern to the individual vocalist. Whilst also being hugely encouraging and lighthearted, quickly putting myself at ease and raising confidence enough to push past the uncomfortable reality of potentially sometimes having to sound unpleasant in the process of improvement."
Jade Mallabone, Vocal Student
Jade Mallabone, Vocal Student
"Best vocal coach EVER."
Yiota Giannakopoulou, Vocal Student & Performer
(Disclaimer from Steve: ''I'm sure I'm not, but thanks for the compliment, Yiota!')
Yiota Giannakopoulou, Vocal Student & Performer
(Disclaimer from Steve: ''I'm sure I'm not, but thanks for the compliment, Yiota!')
Get In Touch
If you'd like to discuss vocal training to develop either your singing or speaking voice, contact Steve for more details.
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