Singing for Beginners

About this course

The course introduces how the voice works and how to use it safely through warm-ups, breathing exercises, posture and alignment work, and straightforward vocal technique. Learners practise controlling their range and apply these approaches to songs from pop, musical theatre, jazz, blues and soul. Teaching takes place in a group, with singing together used to develop listening and blending. Sessions include regular practice across a varied repertoire, typically covering three to six songs, with feedback provided during the course.

What you'll learn

• Explain basic aspects of how the voice works and how sound is produced.
• Apply breathing, posture and alignment techniques when singing.
• Practise vocal warm-ups and exercises that develop range and control.
• Use healthy vocal technique across songs in different musical styles.
• Sing as part of a group while listening and blending with others.

Is this course right for you?

Designed for complete beginners and people reconnecting with their voice. Sessions take place in a group and involve singing together, listening and blending. The course is intended for learners who can hear notes and sing them back, with good spoken and written English required.

• The ability to hear notes and sing them back is required.
• Good spoken and written English is required.

Before you go

• Bring a pen, notebook and water.