We all have one voice!

The primary difference between speaking and singing is that when we speak, we separate vowels with consonants. Which consonants and at what speed determines the language.

Whether for speaking or singing, that voice is the same, and it soon became clear to me that the techniques used to teach singing could be transferred to enhance people’s speaking skills.

For the past 10 years, I’ve had the pleasure to teach vocal technique and performance skills to students from all over the world, helping them to achieve their goals whether it be their first public performance away from their peers, improving their range, how to ‘belt’, or preparing for ‘X Factor auditions, I find the journey compelling and the results empowering.

What I do now…

As a public speaking coach and expert in voice pedagogy and performance anxiety, my role is to help people develop effective communication skills and optimise their vocal performance for public speaking engagements. I can provide guidance on techniques for projection, articulation, pacing, and tone, as well as strategies for overcoming anxiety and building confidence. Additionally, I can help clients identify and develop their unique speaking style and work with them to improve their overall speaking abilities.

Background

As singer and saxophonist...

I’ve been fortunate to have had a career as a singer and saxophonist for most of my life, performing on TV with Sir Tom Jones, on a private plane for Richard Branson, and recording for both Roger Taylor from Queen and Carlsberg. What I’ve learned from performing with so many amazing artists and musicians through the years, is that.. what is key is not just being able to entertain and hold an audience, but to sustain that engagement over a lifetime. This comes from firstly a drive and passion for your art, but more importantly a strong and effective technique both mentally and physically.

I realised early in my career that maintaining a demanding workload and performing night after night, as well as the welcomed arrival of a family, required a healthy and strong vocal technique. I know what my voice can and cannot do when it is tired and weak, as well as when it is strong and confident, and I know that it is not always the voice that will fail me. When I'm on form, however, my technique will get me through nine times out of ten.