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Coda Vocal Tuition

Coda Music offers singing opportunities to all - from the experienced singer who wishes to enhance or refine their skills or sing in a Choir, to the complete beginner who has always wanted to sing but just never got around to it.

One to one vocal coaching

All kinds of singers from beginners to aspiring performers and from every style of classical, contemporary and popular music can benefit from one-to-one vocal coaching.

Vocal coaching includes warm-ups and helps to discover personal style and presentation. Each singer’s needs and aims are assessed individually and a programme is devised to suit them.

Both vocal tutors Hilary Beckingham and Rachel Rafter complement each other with Rachel concentrating more on contemporary vocals including microphone techniques, in a wide range of rock, pop and jazz styles. Hilary works with students interested in classical repertoire, popular ballads, and songs from the shows.

Contemporary vocals – Rachel Rafter

The contemporary vocal sessions are for professional singers or amateur enthusiasts and covers Jazz, Rock, Blues, Musicals and Pop. Sessions are informal and tailored exactly to individual needs. Students can bring along backing tracks and Rachel helps them achieve their goal. Students do not need to be able to read music.