About

About

Hello, my name is Emma and I am professional Opera Singer. I am passionate about singing and would love to teach you what I know.

I have a 1st class BMus (Hons) and Distinction at Masters from the Royal Northern College of Music and studied on the Royal Academy Opera Course, London. I have experience singing as a soloist for companies including English Touring Opera, Opera Holland Park and The Grange Festival, for TV and in national competitions, and have worked as a chorister for Glyndebourne Festival Opera and English National Opera.

I continue to sing professionally and this experience helps me to continually grow my knowledge and awareness as a teacher. I have been teaching singing privately since 2018 and tailor lessons to each individual to ensure that you build a solid technique. Within lesson we will In lessons we will work on: – breath control – extending your vocal range – strengthening the voice and building stamina – preparing for performances – character preparation and confidence building – posture – musicality/musical understanding – finding repertoire that maximises your potential and that you enjoy to sing… … and much more! I am happy to teach all ages, from complete beginner to advanced and can teach both in-person or online.

Music Qualifications & Achievements:

  • 1st Class BMus (Hons), vocal studies
  • Royal Northern College of Music Distinction, Master of Music, solo performance
  • Royal Northern College of Music Advanced Diploma
  • Royal Academy of Music PGCE in Primary Education (5-11)
  • University of Brighton
Location

7 Trafalgar Arches, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4FQ, UK

Geolocation

50.8295952,-0.140215

Instrument(s) Taught

Singing

Where do lessons take place?

Teacher's Location, Online

Prices

Other Lesson Prices

50 mins (In-Person): £44.00

50 mins (Online): £50.00

I also offer block booking discounts, as detailed below:

In Person

4 x 50 min Lessons: £192.00

8 x 50 min Lessons: £368.00

12 x 50 min Lessons: £552.00

Online

4 x 50 min Lessons: £168.00

8 x 50 min Lessons: £320.00

12 x 50 min Lessons: £480.00

Discounted Introductory Lesson

No

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Lessons

Level(s) Taught

Beginner (up to Grade 5)

Youngest Age Taught

11

Class Sizes

One-to-One (Individual)

Reviews

Reviews

May 5, 2023

“Emma demonstrated her enthusiasm for singing and her own flawless technique throughout the lesson and I found her approach very supportive and encouraging. I really enjoyed the lesson and feel that I have found the right tutor to help me achieve the improvement I am seeking.”

Student
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May 5, 2023

“Emma is helping me so much in developing my vocal technique and improving my breath control. She’s a warm and encouraging teacher and her lessons are some of the highlights of my week.”

Student
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May 5, 2023

“An amazing singing teacher! Friendly and with a lot of experience, full of positive energy and overall just an amazing person. I can honestly say I feel honored to be her student!”

Student
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May 5, 2023

“Emma is bright, friendly, encouraging and patient. She genuinely seems to enjoy teaching, she listens to what the individual wants and responds to it. Thanks Emma!”

Student
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March 26, 2022

“Emma demonstrated her enthusiasm for singing and her own flawless technique throughout the lesson and I found her approach very supportive and encouraging. I really enjoyed the lesson and feel that I have found the right tutor to help me achieve the improvement I am seeking.”

Student
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March 26, 2022

“Emma is helping me so much in developing my vocal technique and improving my breath control. She’s a warm and encouraging teacher and her lessons are some of the highlights of my week.”

Student
Verified
March 26, 2022

“An amazing singing teacher! Friendly and with a lot of experience, full of positive energy and overall just an amazing person. I can honestly say I feel honored to be her student!”

Student
Verified
March 26, 2022

“Emma is bright, friendly, encouraging and patient. She genuinely seems to enjoy teaching, she listens to what the individual wants and responds to it. Thanks Emma!”

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Languages

Language(s) Spoken

English

Professionalism

Safeguarding Certificate

None

Liability Insurance

No, I do not have public / general liability insurance

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First Name

Emma

Last Name

Stannard

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