Jack currently provides personalised 1-1 technical training and stylistic performance coaching for avocational and professional singers. With over twenty years of experience as a pianist, singer, vocal arranger and vocal instructor, Jack is both a passionate musician and a voice geek, whose technical expertise are grounded in the latest voice research and rooted in vocal pedagogy. His extensive background in many vocal styles, including Choral, Classical, Jazz, Musical Theatre, and Contemporary Commercial Music, enriches his teaching with a diverse array of disciplines and techniques that are essential for any singer's journey.
Training is specifically focused and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, regardless of their vocal ability or style. Through exploration, humour, and specifically designed (often playful!) exercises, Jack will guide you on your path to liberating your voice and honing the skills you wish develop.
Singing is a lifetime journey of self-discovery, where there is a constant, ever changing dialogue between our inner self, outer self and the body. Skilful singing involves much more than simply taking a deep breath and opening your mouth—it's a craft that requires ongoing application, focus and refinement. Attempting to master your own vocal abilities can often be a challenging and frustrating process when tackled alone. This is not surprising due to the complexity in which the voice's components (breath, phonation, resonance and articulation) interact with one another. Achieving proficient balance and coordination within these vocal system(s) is vital for consistent singing, especially for those high intensity sounds like 'belting,' 'mix,' and 'opera quality', all of which require careful study and the guidance of a knowledgeable teacher so that the singer is able to maintain optimum vocal health.
Like any other athlete, singers must keep up their training to preserve their skills, which is why professionals regularly visit voice teachers. Even at the highest level, technical challenges persist and even vocal injuries occur, so working with a teacher to fine-tune your technique is essential for staying in peak vocal shape.