Singing lessons in Blackheath

Sam read Music at the University of Manchester during which he developed his primary skills as a pianist Upon graduating in 2013, he moved to Ely and then Oxford, becoming a Bass Lay Clerk at cathedrals in both cities. Whilst living in Oxford Sam developed a thriving teaching practice both freelance and employed as an academic music tutor at Oxford Tutorial College. Today, Sam resides in South East London and leads a busy career as a singer, pianist and a teacher. Since moving to London in 2016, Sam has performed frequently with many of the UK’s leading choirs, including The Sixteen, The BBC Singers and Tenebrae. He spent seven and a half years singing with the acclaimed vocal group The Gesualdo Six, recording nine albums and performing to audiences across Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand. As well as cultivating his deep love for ensemble singing, he unexpectedly came out of the group instilled with a passion for cricket. Sam’s teaching aims to promote an efficient and flexible technique that serves the narrative of the music, whilst instilling and nurturing a fun and individual learning process for each student.

Hello my name is Franck Alba. I am a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter music teacher and producer. Born in France but a resident of South London since the 1990’s, I have etched out a formidable portfolio, which includes recording with the seminal DJ/producer Andrew Weatherall and with my own groups, Low Road and Fireflies (the latter’s music was recently featured in the popular BBC One tv series, ‘Killing Eve‘). As a member of the Anglo-French ghostrock group, Piano Magic, from 2002 to 2016, I toured numerous times across the Continent and played as far and wide as Moscow and Istanbul. I am also featured on six of the band’s studio albums and a whole plethora of associated recordings, collaborating with the likes of Dead Can Dance, Low, John Grant and Vashti Bunyan. Though I began studying violin at the age of six, I fell headfirst in love with guitars in my early teens. At 16, heavily influenced by artists such as The Cure, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Cocteau Twins, Depeche Mode, Nick Drake, The Durutti Column and many more, I formed my first bands, ‘Siamese Angels’ and ‘Something Else’ . Before long, whilst studying at the jazz music school IMFP in Salon de Provence, I began playing professional concerts around his native south of France. On moving to London in the late 90’s, I joined various short-lived bands and cut my teeth playing extensively on the city’s buzzing live circuit. My most recent work includes writing and recording for Theory of ghosts EP 1 & 2 (2019-2020) and a full Album coming out January 2026, recording sessions for Andrew Weatherall’s 2014-2019, acclaimed solo album ‘Convenanza’ ,various remixes and live performances with the Woodleigh Research Facility (WRF). I am currently collaborating with innumerable artists, singer-songwriters, film makers alongside working on my solo albums. I have been teaching guitar, bass, drums, singing, music theory and improvisation for more than 20 years beside my own music career.

Hello, My name is Cristina. I am Portuguese, living in London since 2020, also with other living experiences in London, especially as and Teacher at the Students. If the Students prefer, I can also rent a Music room for the Lessons, with a Piano. These Lessons would be, for now, only 5,00 more Pounds. The Student choses the Programmes they wish to follow. It can be also with preparation for ABRSM or TRINITY Exams, in Instrument and Music Theory. If wished, I also prepare the Students for Concerts for the end of each School Term: Christmas, Easter and end of School Year, for the Students to perform with me for their families and friends. I can also get books or instruments and other Music Marerial with the ISM discount. I am member of Independent Society of Musicians. With public liability Certificate of Insurance And an updated DBS. I will be looking forward to working with you. My best wishes. Cristina Isabel Martins.

Hello, my name is Catherine and I am a professional Opera Singer and singing teacher based in London and Florida. My musical journey began at the age of 7 when I joined the Oxford Youth Choirs. I started learning with soprano Rebecca Mosely-Morgan and after a few years I took up a scholarship to study singing at the Royal Academy of Music in London. After continuing my studies with a Postgraduate Diploma from the Royal College of Music, I was taken on by English National Opera as a Harewood Artist, performing lead roles on the stage of the London Coliseum from 2011-2018. I have been lucky enough to have sung under the batons of Sir Edward Gardner, Sir Mark Elder, Mark Wigglesworth, Michael Hoffstetter, Gianluca Marciano among others. I have performed in the Royal Opera House, Royal Albert Hall and venues across the UK and Europe. Garnering rave reviews such as ‘Vocally plumtious’, by Hugh Canning in The Sunday Times and ‘chameleonic’ by The Spectator. “Catherine Young almost stole the show as a regulation traumatised, serially drunk and abused Pauline – bringing some point and many diversions to a cipherish character”- Opera Now Alongside my career as a performer, I have enjoyed teaching and passing on the joy of singing to many. I think music is healing and collaborative, and I wish to spread the knowledge I have gained from devoting my life to it. I like to teach healthy vocal production techniques, based on the bel canto school. Music Qualifications & Achievements: English National Opera Harewood Artist Brangaene (Cover) Tristan and Isolde Wagner – Cond. Edward Gardner Dir. Daniel Kramer Adalgisa (Cover) Norma Bellini – Cond. Stephen Lord Dir. Christopher Alden 2nd Lady The Magic Flute Mozart – Cond. Mark Wigglesworth Dir. Simon McBurney Pauline The Queen of Spades Tchaikovsky – Cond. Edward Gardner Dir. David Alden Amastris Xerxes Handel – Cond. Michael Hofstetter Dir. Nicolas Hytner revived by Michael Walling Octavian, Fox, ENO Gala – Cond. Mark Elder/Edward Gardner/David Pountney Kate Pinkerton Madame Butterfly Puccini – Cond. Gianluca Marciano Dir. Anthony Minghella revived by Sarah Tipple Orlofsky Die Fledermaus Strauss – Cond. Eun Sun Kim Dir. Christopher Alden Medea (Cover) Medea Charpentier – Cond. Christian Curnyn Dir. David McVicar 2nd Lady The Magic Flute Mozart – Cond. Nicholas Collon Dir. Nicolas Hytner revived by Iain Rutherford Voix de la Tombe Tales of Hoffman Offenbach – Cond. Antony Walker Dir. Richard Jones 2nd Norn Götterdämmerung Wagner – Wagner Society of Britain – Cond. David Syrus Dir. Chris Cowell Kate Pinkerton Madame Butterfly Puccini – Cond. Oleg Caetani Dir. Anthony Minghella, revived by Sarah Tipple Hippolyta A Midsummer Nights Dream Britten – Cond. Leo Hussein Dir. Christopher Alden IN CONCERT Last Night of the Proms at St Jude’s, Southbank Sinfonia/Simon Over Cacao in One Sun, One World, by Peter Rose and Anne Conlon, English Chamber Orchestra, Royal Albert Hall Sea Pictures Elgar, National Schools Symphony Orchestra, Great Malvern Theatre ENO Harewood Artists Concert Recitals, with pianists Richard Pierson, Michael Pollock and Joseph Middleton. Education PGDip Vocal Performance, Royal College of Music BMus Singing, Royal Academy of Music

Over 10 years' experience performing and recording for multiple artists across the Pop and Jazz scenes, including Years & Years, Mark Owen, Amaarae, Jas Kayser and Tom Ford, as well as producing and releasing own music on Brace Yourself Records. Multiple performances in world-renowned venues and festivals such as Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, London Jazz Festival, KOKO, Pukklepop, Mighty Hoopla, SXSW and many more. As well as my extensive performance experience, as a professional musician I also have the knowledge and experience in the many aspects of running a business including; booking gigs, liaising with venues and festivals, managing social media, promoting events, creating advertisements, studio recording, video editing, photo editing, managing finances and budgets, funding applications, travel arrangements and general networking. I'm a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music Jazz Performance Bachelor's Degree, and a vast amount of my experience centres around improvised music, including Jazz, Afrobeat, Soul, Pop, Rock, RnB and more. Through 1-1 lessons and masterclasses, I’ve catered to students of varying ages and skill levels, both privately and at educational centres such as The World Heart Beat Music Academy. I have demonstrated proficiency in covering a comprehensive range of musicality aspects, ensuring a well-rounded education for my students. I have designed and implemented sessions that encompass various elements of musical training, including aural skills development, sight reading, improvisation, composition, solo performance, and group performance. In 1-1 sessions, I've honed in on refining aural training, instrumental technique and sight reading skills, tailoring exercises to suit individual learning styles. Beyond individual instruction, I've extended my teaching expertise to conducting Masterclasses and group sessions. Notably, I've had the honour of leading Masterclasses for esteemed institutions such as the Royal Academy of Music, RAM Junior Jazz Club, Future Sounds Live, Ronnie Scott's Charitable Foundation and New Generation Jazz. In these sessions, I've witnessed firsthand the benefits of group learning, where students not only gain insights from me but also guide and inspire each other. Group settings provide a unique platform for collaborative learning, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork. Students learn not only to refine their individual skills but also to thrive in a band setting, culminating in collective performances that enhance their stage presence and overall musicality. As well as my experience as a Musician and Music Teacher, I have in-depth experience as a SEN specialised teaching assistant, and music session coordinator, working with primary aged SEN students to create fun and inclusive 1-1 and small group music sessions.

Qualifications: BA Hons in Professional Musicianship in Vocals

I have been teaching singing and music for 5 years. I am a professional musician and musical theatre performer and have been performing professionally since the age of 8. I grew up performing in a folk band where we would travel around the UK performing at festivals and clubs. I play over 7 different instruments because of this and when I finished school I was accepted into a drama college where I trained for 3 years in Musical Theatre. I have taught music and singing at drama colleges and youth performing arts schools both 1to1 and in-class settings and have performed in various band both singing and playing instruments such as piano, guitar and bass. Since graduating I have gigged around the country with various bands, performed as a soloist, been Musical Director and am currently performing at the O2 Arena in Mamma Mia! The Party UK. I have a huge passion for music and absolutely love giving people the opportunity through teaching to find that passion for themselves too. I like to make my lessons as fun as possible and will help you work towards your own goals, whether that be taking parts in exams or just playing and singing for the love of it. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Professional Diploma in Musical Theatre at Performance Preparation Academy, currently a musician and performer in Mamma Mia! The Party at London’s O2 Arena Musical director of Vernon God Little at Yvonne Arnauds Mill Theatre 2018 Singer and bassist for Sensation, the music of the Who UK Featured Singer for Hats off to Led Zeppelin UK 2017 Played Ilse in Spring Awakening 2016 Played Mary Flynn in Merrily We Roll Along 2017 Featured artist on Sky Arts Fairport Conventions Cropredy Festival 2010 Played Piano for 20+ years, Flute for 15+, Guitar for 15+, Bass for 10+