Vocal

The voice is a powerful musical instrument in its own right and its popularity has grown with media drawing attention to both musical theatre and popular genres. We offer four pathways for those interested in learning voice:

• Group Singing for Key Stage 1 (Yrs 1-3)
• Group Singing at Key Stage 2 (Yrs 4-6)
• Group Singing for teenagers and adults
• 1:1 Vocal coaching

What can you expect from a Group Singing for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 lesson?

The lessons are 45 minutes long and there are no more than eight students at one time. This course is aimed at Yrs 1-3 and incorporates vocal warm ups and exercises, singing a range of age suitable repertoire, reading music, listening skills and developing confidence.
Materials used are written for this age group and are provided during the lessons.  Backing tracks are posted on the website in the students-user area to encourage fun practice at home.

The lessons are fast paced and fun with students enjoying a practical musical experience whilst using their imagination and making new friends.  Key Stages are in separate groups to allow for differing learning speeds and interest in musical choices.

What can you expect from a Group Singing for Teenagers and Adults lesson?

The lessons are 45 minutes long and there are no more than eight students at one time organised into similar age/ability groups.

Students are involved in whole group, duo and solo singing activities, extensive vocal warm ups and technical exercises, discovering a wide range of age suitable repertoire, reading music, listening skills and developing confidence.

Materials used are selected for the relevant age groups and course materials are purchased at enrolment.   Backing tracks are used, both provided with the course materials and advice is given on additional repertoire.

The lessons are fast paced and fun with students enjoying a practical musical experience whilst using their imagination and making new friends. 

Students have the opportunity to take an accredited exam using material learnt in lessons. Grades 1 – 8 are available, with Grade 6 onwards carrying UCAS points towards University applications. So this fun activity can turn into a career or aid progression into Higher Education.  A Rockschool examiner visits JJ’s Music School once a year for those wishing to take an examination.

What can you expect from a 1:1 vocal coaching session?

1:1 vocal coaching is offered to students who wish to focus on either specific projects i.e. forthcoming audition or require a longer term approach with the option of taking examinations.  This option is only available to intermediate/advanced singers with specific goals in mind.

Vocal coaching is based on the genres of musical theatre and contemporary popular music. Lessons are up to one hour in length and are tailored to the individual’s needs.

For further details contact us using the 'Contact Us' link to your right.

For information on how much lessons cost and other specific information, please follow this link to our FAQ section.