Tina, BA

Vocal Coach


With more than a decade of experience, Tina has been vocal coaching at A to G Music School since its opening day in 2011.


Tina has a Bachelor of Arts degree and a BTEC National Diploma in Popular Music (triple distinction) from Platform One College of Music. She continued her training with placements alongside countless other vocal coaches.


Specialising in pop, rock and musical theatre, Tina teaches both beginners and experienced vocalists, young to senior. Tina has supported students with both professional and casual goals, and has taken her students who’ve optet to do the Rockschool Syllabus from Grade 1 to Diploma level (RSL L4). She’s prepared students for televised performances (inc This Morning, ITV), recording sessions and auditions alike, with many students preparing themselves for BRIT School and onwards musical education. Tina has taught West End actors and vocalists who have gone on to perform at UK Festivals including Europe’s largest new music festival, The Great Escape. With Tina, students have been able to develop and enhance their songwriting skills, music theory and performance techniques, too.


Tina is also established in the music industry as a DJ, music journalist and broadcaster, with a wide knowledge of contemporary music and Jazz. As well as supporting students by enhancing their voices and music skills, she's happy to provide guidance to students with professional aspirations, too. As well as teaching established vocalists, Tina particularly loves working with children and beginners.


Tina is bubbly, approachable, and supportive, with excellent student retention at A to G Music School. She strongly believes that skillful singing is a balance of three parts; techniques, breathing - and confidence.




Testimonials


"I'm probably Tina's oldest student at 66years. Have always enjoyed singing and doing the odd karaoke session but promised myself when I had more time I would learn to sing properly (helps with the breathing too). I look forward to my sessions and come out of the lesson feeling relaxed and confident that I have learnt a bit more each session. Tina is always cheerful upbeat and ready to boost confidence. I have recommended her to everyone I meet and hope the A to G Music School goes from strength to strengh!" - Kevin (adult student)


"I thought I would only have four lessons to give me a little confidence but I enjoy the lessons and have learnt so much and improved so much that, over a year later, I am still having lessons. With Tina I have progressed to learning to read music and I have grown in confidence with my singing and I now sing in an a cappella choir.

Lesson with Tina are fun, she changes them slightly from week to week so there is no chance to get bored. Because I want to learn more about music, we spend some time learning more about the notes and the way they are written. I usually sing a song of my choosing, with Tina providing corrections and pointers to improve my renditions. I can recommend Tina as a fun, thoughtful, enthusiastic and efficient teacher." - Kathleen (adult student)



"I came to Tina a few months ago lacking confidence in Perfoming and vocal ability. In a short time she has built me up these areas brilliantly and has prepared me for my wedding day to sing to my wife. I am still learning and continue to do so enjoying the lessons and her fun approach to something that's a big part of my life. I would recommend her to all ages as she has a great knowledge of music and let's you be free to develop songs that you love. I shall continue to have lessons with her even after my wedding as I enjoy the time spent with her and at the music school." - Simon (adult student)



"Tina is a brilliant tutor who has really helped me to improve all aspects of my singing. She is encouraging, motivational and has given me confidence, which is vital as a singer, to perform to the best of my abilities when singing at live gigs. Thanks to her I fully understand the importance of correct breathing technique, vowel placements and music theory, which have all enabled me to further my skills greatly as a vocalist. I would highly recommend Tina as her enthusiasm and upbeat nature never fail to make my singing lessons fun and exciting. You rock!" - Charliy (teenage student)



"Overall we find A to G a very friendly, welcoming place. They encourage musicians of all abilities and it has been so satisfying to see progress being made. Tina is so enthusiastic, and this really motivates my daughters. They always enjoy their lessons and look forward to attending!" - Lesley D. (parent)


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