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Professional classical singer and educator offering voice, stagecraft, and music lessons in English in Paris – for children and adults of all levels.

If you're self-employed - whether you're a musician, artist, coach, writer, or any other type of freelancer - you’ve probably experienced...

I offer wellbeing-focused voice/stagecraft classes. Find out more about what led this opera singer to this practice!

Are you seeking a lower-voiced opera singer/classical singer for your production or event, in France or beyond? I am a contralto singer from

Creating a safe studio protects students, safeguards teachers, and allows learning to flourish. Here are some practical guidelines and tips!

Discover online singing lessons with Kayla Collingwood – a professional classical contralto and creative voice teacher offering holistic, person-centred lessons for beginners and beyond. Learn to sing with confidence from anywhere in the world.

As a voice teacher and singer, I've come to understand the profound connection between our lived experiences, particularly trauma, and how we express ourselves vocally. While there's a growing body of work on trauma and the voice, surprisingly little directly addresses the specific impact of religious trauma. Yet, changes in vocal expression can be an immediate and embodied sign of internalised fear, suppression, and shame.

Looking for live classical music that will make your event truly memorable? Duo Mélia offers something your guests may have never experienced before: a voice/piano classical duo featuring the rare contralto voice.

In Paris and feeling nervous about an upcoming audition? Whether you're a classical/opera singer, a pop or musical theatre performer, or...

What are Kodály, Orff, Suzuki, and Dalcroze - and do you have to choose just one? Whether you're a parent exploring music lessons for...

Get started with building your personal brand and materials as a classical musician or creative!

Classical music has long struggled with an image problem. Often perceived as exclusive—reserved for a certain type of listener, venue, or...

Determining voice types can be tricky! Here's the story about how I discovered the true nature of my voice!

If you're unfamiliar with the voice classifications used in opera and beyond and want to understand a little better, start here!

Leverage the power of classical music to optimise your business!

Autumn, with its vibrant colours and melancholic undertones, has inspired countless classical composers to create music...

The timeless allure of British art song has captivated classical music audiences for decades. Find out why!

Are you a Paris-based parent or caregiver? Find out about Classical Music Immersion/éveil musical, singing lessons, and more here!

What causes tone deafness? Can a person learn to sing in tune? Tips to improve pitch?

Discover my 6 templates designed to help classical musicians to plan, prepare, and schedule online content!