I had always enjoyed singing (to myself), but didn’t have the confidence to sing in front of anyone. My first big step was joining a choir, but even that filled me with fear when having to “perform” in front of people. Then I found Heather Baker Singing Studios and since starting my lessons with Laura-Jane a year ago, I have sung solo at my father’s 90th birthday party and also at the HBSS Christmas party, something I would never have thought possible before. The teachers at HBSS are brilliant and put you at ease from the very first lesson. Laura-Jane has given me the confidence I needed to be able to sing in public and enjoy it. Lessons with her are always fun and constructive. She has been so kind and helpful to me, I feel she has become a friend as well as a great teacher.

Before finding Heather I had a number of singing tutors. When I met Heather, concepts that had previously been explained that I never really understood seemed to just fall into place. I have noticed that not only has my technique massively improved, especially establishing a low range to rival any alto’s, my confidence has grown. I have been having private tuition with Heather for three years and since that time I have acquired leading roles in amateur productions, worked professionally and I am currently in the final stages of auditions for highly acclaimed musical theatre schools in London. After every lesson with Heather I feel as though I have grown as a singer but also as a performer. The friendly and fun atmosphere that Heather creates makes every class fun and relaxing to partake in. I now not only think of Heather as a great singing coach but also as a great friend. (Helen is currently studying at a major Drama school in London)