My name is Laura I am a professional musician, singer, songwriter, cellist vocal coach and cello teacher with 10 years experience of teaching children, young people and adults in schools, colleges and community settings. Having studied Folk and Traditional Music at Newcastle University, I perform as a folk/ pop singer, songwriter and cellist. TEACHING EXPERIENCE: I am committed to empowering individuals to get to know, explore and realise the full potential of their own voice and dedicated to helping pupils to develop skills and achieve potential. My vocal training is informed by the Estill method and The Natural Voice, giving me an excellent knowledge of vocal anatomy and of how the voice works. I am a member of the Natural Voice Network. I teach the Folk Choir and solo folk singing at Morley College, London as well as leading community choirs, working in schools and teaching freelance. I have a City & Guilds Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. LESSONS: My teaching style is enjoyable, engaging and motivating. I tailor repertoire and teaching methods to suit individual pupil needs. I bring my wide musical experience to my teaching, drawing from pop, classical music, folk, music theatre, jazz and music from around the world. I have a large repertoire of traditional English, Irish & Scottish folk songs which I share with pupils when teaching traditional folk singing. In additon to teaching singing, I teach songwriting and music theory, drawing on my years of practical experience. As a cello teacher I teach the ABRSM grades. Please get in touch with any questions and to discuss how lessons can work for you. Thank you.