Zelah Van-Gowler

If you’re looking for contemporary singing lessons as well as the opportunity to develop and build your own brand as an artist, whether it’s both or one of those things, then look no further. I teach a range of contemporary styles including pop, rock, dance, folk, soul, blues, R&B, musical theatre and jazz. Both online and face to face lessons available.

I deliver unique packages for all abilities and ages, from complete beginners looking to build confidence and develop technique, to advanced, touring singers looking to develop themselves as an artist and improve across all areas to expand upon their current abilities. Each lesson will be catered entirely to the individual and we will target exactly what you are looking to gain from the lessons. The three fundamental areas I specialise in are the following:

Vocal Coaching

We will improve technique and utilise exercises to gain control over your voice, expand range, improve pitching and dynamics, work on breathing, fix weaker areas, find your own unique voice and style, strengthen chest, mix and head voice, tackle straining issues, work through both popular covers and your own songs.

Performance

We will develop your confidence on and off stage, improve overall stage presence, posture and eye contact, study other performers, and work on projecting your voice to the audience.

Artist Development / Branding

We will look at songwriting techniques, work through your own songs, look at chords on piano and/or guitar and how to provide basic accompaniment, develop your artist identity, look at ways to build your online profile from the ground up including social media tips and tricks, look at basic home recording techniques and how to get your demos heard online, discuss where to send your music when looking for radio play, management or record label interest and how to find the right contacts, look at how to set your music up for release, where to gig and how to step into the world of live performance, set up a full campaign and strategy around your next release.

I am a professional vocal coach, singer, songwriter and recording artist, and have been performing live for 10+ years in bands, as a solo performer and in musical theatre. I am also experienced in playing the piano (grade 5) and guitar. I have a BA (Hons) Degree in Commercial Music from Bath Spa University, have previously worked as an Artist & Talent Manager for 3+ years, and currently work as a Social Media & Marketing Manager for both major and development artists and bands in London. I have built up a love for developing new and exciting talent and am dedicated to helping artists reach their goals.

Music Qualifications & Achievements:

• BA (Hons) Degree in Commercial Music from Bath Spa University
• BTEC Music Diploma – Grade D*D*D
• Music GSCE – Grade A
• Grade 5 Piano
• Professional Artist Management experience for 3+ years
• Professional Artist Marketing & Social Media Management experience for 2+ years