Opera and Classical Voice: professional technique coaching for all levels

From 58.55 £ /h

Hello! I am a professional opera singer, soprano, and current soloist at the Cologne Opera (Germany) bringing real-stage experience, performance psychology, and high-level technical discipline into every lesson. My background includes a Master of Music in Opera (Distinction) from the Dutch National Opera Academy in Amsterdam, a Master of Music in Vocal Performance (Distinction) from the Royal College of Music in London, and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Pedagogy from the Moscow University of the Humanities. The combination of elite performance training and 8 years of teaching experience allow me to train my students at the highest standard and achieve measurable progress and great results.

I work with dedicated singers at every stage of development, from complete beginners to professionals. I can successfully prepare you for auditions and exams, build a reliable vocal technique and stamina, expand range and develop musicality and understanding of various repertoire demands. Together we can work on diverse repertoire - from opera and oratorio arias to Lieder and music theater depending on your needs and preferences.

If you’re serious about developing your voice with professional-level guidance - I am very excited to see you in my class!

Location

Online from Germany

About Me

I am professional opera singer, a lyric-coloratura soprano, currently working as a soloist at the Cologne Opera in Germany. I have won multiple awards and scholarships and have extensive stage performance experience.
I am very passionate about teaching people with various vocal abilities, helping each of my students to discover and open up their voice, and teaching them the proper classical vocal technique. I am a very dedicated and goal-oriented person and I am really passionate about my job. I am adamant about finding a way to help my students solve any vocal issues they might have and to support them in their musical development.

Education

International Opera Studio of Oper Köln, 2022-2024;
Dutch National Opera Academy, Amsterdam - Master of Music in Opera with Distinction, 2020-2022;
Royal College of Music, London - Master of Music in Vocal Performance with Distinction, 2018 - 2020;
Moscow University for the Humanities, Bachelor of Music in Vocal Pedagogy with Honours, 2014 - 2018;
Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory: Graduate Diploma in Voice 2013 - 2015.

Experience / Qualifications

Qualification - Vocal pedagogue, Opera singer/soprano
2022 - Current Soloist at Opera Cologne (Oper Köln), Germany
2020 - 2022 Master of Music degree, Dutch National Opera Academy
2018 - 202 Master of Music degree, Royal College of Music, London
2014 - 2018 Bachelor of Vocal Pedagogy, the Moscow University for Humanities
2015 - Present Private teaching:
- individual vocal training for students of all ages
- ABRSM exam preparation
- 1:1 vocal and general musicianship teaching
- ensemble and group teaching
- students between ages 6 - 99

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Russian

German

Skills

Opera

Voice (music)

Singing

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

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New York

Online via webcam

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Meric

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Singing lessons offered from experienced singer/vocal coach for every level.
I am Meriç and I hold a bachelor and a masters degree in Jazz voice.
If you want to learn how to sing in various styles or to improve your vocal technique. I am that person you are looking for :)

Denise

5.0

(3)

My name is Denise and I'm a professional singer with a singing master's degree from Catalonia's Music College (ESMUC) specialized in Historical Singing, Musicology and Music Education.
My experience runs mostly in early and chamber music, nevertheless I also have the experience and knowledge of popular musical styles such as Latin-American folk, jazz and musicals.
As a docent or vocal coach I've collaborated with different academic institutions and private artistic projects, focusing mostly on international students or social integration programs.

My main goal is to help the student discover her or his voice while enjoying making music.
No experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and favorite music.
Classes can be given either in English, Spanish, French or Deutsch.
There is no limit for styles, bring your favorite music and I will provide a safe environment for your personal and musical growth.

It will be a joy to listen to you.
Denise

Olga

5.0

(3)

I can teach you how to sing easily and freely,
- breathe correctly and naturally,
-and help expand the range.
-And all this in 3-4 months
My students are laureates of international competitions!

Camille

5.0

(3)

Our teacher using, if necessary, an electro-acoustic guitar to better accompany your voice and guide some of its subtleties, the teaching philosophy is adapted to each level, according to the pace of work and motivation.

Program :
- musical techniques: theory (examples: support, modes, colors, effects such as vibrato, etc.) automatically followed, for each of the exercises, by practice (examples: exercises focusing on accuracy, sound production, "mountains Russian ", time, note hold, 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
- personal or artistic development - accuracy, note keeping and precision - vocal modes including timbre
- volumes: softness and power - sound colors: from dark to light - vocal effects, range requirements - nuances: volumes, mimics, attitudes, sound quality - exploration of musical styles (folk, pop, classical, blues, rock, song, World music ...)
- improvisation, effects and vocal games, harmonies
-interpretation: work on emotions, body language, stage presence.

Objective: acquire a solid vocal technique allowing you to sing with accuracy, ease and expressiveness.

Musical learning meanwhile, will develop your ability to listen and reproduce music, your sense of rhythm, your expressiveness, your creativity and musicality as well as reading sheet music.

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

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

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TEACHER / TRAINER

Trained in Grandes Ecoles in France and the United States (Ivy League University), our teacher has specialized and has been working for more than 15 years, in North America and Europe, in the field, in international establishments renowned, and oriented on one axis: effective training with pedagogy and meticulous methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES, FEES
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Matteo

5.0

(3)

Do you want to know your vocal range? Learn how to sing higher notes without hurting your voice? Learn how to hit the passing notes? Achieve a powerful yet agile voice?
My name is Matteo Schifanoia, I am a songwriter, pop and jazz singer, and vocal coach with 20 years of experience in music. I offer singing lessons for all levels. My lessons focus on developing body, muscle, and vocal awareness, which helps us perceive and consider our bodies as musical instruments.
My teaching method is the result of the synthesis of my experience as a singer and the many and diverse study paths followed. The lesson is structured in two parts: the first half devoted to vocal technique, the second half to the musical repertoire and learning the musical language (jazz or pop or other genre).

The vocal technique that I propose is a basic technique for all types of modern singing: from postural education to the care of breathing, from the use of abdominal muscles, to the emission of air to the resonance cavities. We will work on the sound, on the extension of the voice, on the high and low notes, on the passage of register, on the control, on the power and agility.
From a repertoire perspective, the lessons will be tailored to the student's needs and interests, with an emphasis on proper stage presence and posture. I can prepare students for conservatory entrance exams and all types of auditions. If the student wishes, I can also provide instruction in harmony and music reading.

Georgia

5.0

(3)

My classes are different depending on your level and age.

With children from 7 to 12, we start by doing easy vocalization and start training the ear with intonation, we then have fun singing your favorite songs.

With teenagers, I also start with some vocalization, a little more elaborate. Depending on the student's capabilities, we start establishing a comfortable range for them and then proceed to singing.

For my older students ideally, I divide our lesson into 2 sections. We work on respiration and how the diaphragm works. We do scales and arpeggios and work on intonation. We then proceed to singing and putting into practice our technique. Some students might need more technique before they actually sing, I like to take things slowly and make sure the student feels confident and comfortable singing.

I teach children, teenagers, and adults, from beginners to more advanced. Classical training enables you to sing in any kind of way, so don’t hesitate and let’s sing!

Mayssa

5.0

(3)

I offer a comprehensive and progressive program in teaching Eastern singing, designed for beginners and intermediate learners. This program takes students step-by-step from the fundamentals to an advanced level of vocal awareness and artistic performance. It is based on a well-structured academic curriculum that focuses on building a healthy and correct voice, addressing common mistakes, and developing auditory and musical abilities in a profound and lasting way.

What makes this program special?

This training is not just about memorizing songs, but a comprehensive work on the voice, ear, breath, and musical sense, with careful personal follow-up that ensures real and tangible development, no matter what your level is at the beginning.

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Key training topics:

🎶 Singing Eastern Maqams

Getting acquainted with the basic and secondary Eastern maqams

Understanding the structure, feeling, and character of each maqam

Correct maqam transitions

Singing maqam phrases in an academic and auditory style

Applying musical scales within songs

🎼 Solfège singing and auditory awareness

Solfège singing from scratch

Exercises for pitch adjustment and melodic stability

Strengthening musical ear and auditory memory

Distinguishing between correct and incorrect classes

Building auditory awareness that radically prevents dissonance

🎤 Vocal Training

Exercises to strengthen the voice and improve resonance

Expanding the sound space safely

Improved flexibility and control over sound

Working on transitions between layers

Protecting the voice and avoiding strain

🌬️ Breathing exercises and voice support

Learn the correct breathing technique for singing

Breath control during long sentences

Diaphragmatic voice support

Improved stability and sound power

🎵 Singing Arabic songs (old and modern)

Choose songs that suit your voice type and space.

Sing songs by your favorite artist and in the style you love.

Analysis of the song in terms of melody and performance

Working on expression, feeling, and oriental motifs

Build your own unique singing persona

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Methodology used:

A comprehensive initial assessment of your vocal and auditory level

Develop a personalized training plan for each student.

Addressing dissonance problems in a practical and effective way

Correcting the vocal tone step by step

Ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluation of progress

Integrating the academic aspect with practical application

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Who is this program for?

For complete beginners, even without any prior experience

For average speakers who suffer from dissonance or poor vocal control

For amateurs who want to consciously develop their voice

For anyone who dreams of singing with confidence and genuine feeling

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🎧 Extra and premium support

Assistance with audio recording of songs

Technical and artistic guidance to improve recording quality

Helping to publish works on YouTube

Guidelines for building a digital musical presence

Shehab

5.0

(3)

Teaching different musical instruments: piano, guitar, oud, oriental singing and oriental maqamat, reading sheet music.

More than 5 years of experience teaching in music academies

Arabic singing: We will learn how to sing correctly, learn the exits of the letters, vocal exercises, and learn how to distinguish the Eastern Maqams in simple ways.

Oud: We will learn how to hold the oud in the correct way, speed exercises, oriental maqams and examples in songs for each maqam.

Piano: musical scales - and we learn about all kinds of chords (harmony) - famous pieces and songs by learning how to read musical notes - exercises to strengthen the fingers

Guitar: We will learn how to hold the guitar correctly, musical scales, chords and chords, technique exercises, pieces

César

5.0

(3)

You will learn singing, piano, guitar or musical language (You choose) at your own pace. From scratch (0). You do not require experience or previous knowledge. Just desire to learn and constantly improve.

Benefits:

✔️ Participatory and fun methodology
✔️ No previous experience required
✔️ Customized classes, according to the musical level you have
✔️ If you have taken classes before, I will evaluate you to continue from where you left off
✔️ Flexible hours
✔️ I teach people from 8 years old, without age limit
✔️ Classes in Spanish or English

About my training:

➡️ Lyrical singing: National Experimental University of the Arts (2010 - 2014)
➡️ Orchestral direction: Simón Bolívar Conservatory of Music (2010 - 2017)
➡️ Choral direction: National Academy of Direction of Fundamusical Bolívar (2015)
➡️ Master Classes with Gerald Wirth Director of the Vienna Children's Choir
➡️ Master Classes with Klaus Etzold, Director of Junges Vokalensemble Hannover

About my experience:

➡️ Music teacher in different musical academies (teaching children, adolescents and adults)
➡️ Private music teacher to children, adolescents and adults
➡️ Orchestra direction
➡️ Choir direction

My experience and solid training, as well as your desire to learn and determination, will allow us to achieve the objectives you desire.

Do not be afraid!
Ask and dare to do something new!

Romina

5.0

(3)

Discover your own voice in a unique and fun way. You will learn to master your voice with exercises and you will be able to practice your knowledge through a very varied repertoire which can also be adapted to your preferences.

Nina

5.0

(3)

Discover the joy of singing with "Start to Sing!", a welcoming, inspiring and inclusive beginner’s class led by experienced vocalist and educator Nina. Whether you’ve never sung before or want to build confidence in your voice, this class will help you develop essential techniques like breath control, pitch, and expression in a fun, supportive environment. With Nina’s engaging approach, you can explore a variety of musical styles spanning over 100 years, from Pop, Soul, Jazz, Folk, Latin, R&B, Blues, Rock, and more—so there’s something for everyone!

No sheet music? No problem! Nina’s intuitive teaching style focuses on learning by ear and feeling the music, making singing accessible to all. Whether a complete beginner or a returning student of music, whether you dream of performing on stage or just want to sing for fun, this class will give you the skills and confidence to find your unique voice. Is it fun to play? Join now and discover your musical journey today!

Hiba

5.0

(3)

🎤 Find Your Voice! Join Our Singing Sessions 🎶

Ready to unleash your inner superstar? Whether you're a shower singer or a stage veteran, our Singing Sessions are the perfect place to explore your voice, build confidence, and have fun!

✨ What to Expect:

Warm-ups and vocal techniques

Group harmonies and solo opportunities

Performance practice and feedback

A fun, supportive environment!

📍 Where: [Online via Zoom"]
🕒 When: [Date/Time or "Weekly Sessions – Join Anytime!

🎶 Don’t just sing—shine. Reserve your spot now and let your voice be heard!

Lucy

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(3)

🎤 Singing Lessons – Find Your Voice & Own Your Sound 🌟
Available online or in person

Do you dream of singing with more confidence, control, and emotional depth — or of discovering the unique voice that truly feels like you?

In these singing lessons, available both online and in person, we’ll focus on strengthening your voice, deepening your expression, and helping you connect with your sound in an authentic and empowering way. Whether you're a beginner or already singing and looking to refine your skills, each lesson is personalized to your voice, goals, and style.

What you’ll learn:

- How to use your voice safely and effectively
- Expanding your vocal range & improving vocal control
- Breath control, posture & vocal stamina
- Vocal techniques like belting, head voice, mixed voice & more
- Singing with emotion, storytelling & intention
- Confidence, stage presence & musicality
- Finding and developing your unique vocal identity and sound

These sessions are rooted in a warm, intuitive approach, combining professional vocal training with insights from my background as a pop artist and graduate of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Pop). We’ll work technically, but always in service of what you want to express.

Whether you're singing for yourself, for others, or for the stage — this is your space to explore, grow, and fully own your voice.

Gwinny

5.0

(3)

Hey! I'm DAM VAN, a singer and part-time teacher. I graduated as a music teacher in 2015. You can learn music theory, vocal techniques, stage skills, and so much more with me. Feel free to let me know what you'd like to work on, and we'll get right to it! Musical regards, DAM VAN

Erwan

5.0

(3)

Have you ever dreamed of freeing your voice and fully expressing your passion for music? For nearly 20 years, singing has been my world. I started in children's choirs, then honed my technique at the Rennes Conservatory and the Lausanne University of Music. Today, I perform in Geneva, Lausanne, and Fribourg.

I offer tailor-made singing lessons, adapted to your needs and desires. Whether you wish to improve your vocal technique, understand music theory, or explore interpretation, I am here to guide you.

Join me for an enriching musical journey and let your voice blossom. Book your lesson now and let's share the beauty of art together!