Information About Eleanor - Sutton Coldfield teacher

Personal Description:

I am a Vocal Coach, Yoga Teacher and Sound Healer from Birmingham. I trained as an actor at one of the top UK drama schools and have over 8 years experience working as an actor, singer, singing teacher and drama facilitator for various Theatres, Schools and Arts organisations. I am currently studying for my Masters Degree in Voice Pedagogy through the Voice Study Centre (partner college of University of Essex).

I trained as a Yoga Teacher in 2019, and a Sound Healer in 2023. I host classes around my local area - and combine these ancient practices with traditional vocal technique to offer a holistic, embodied approach to voice work that centres the person.

If you’re an actor, singer or voice user in the theatre world who is open minded, spiritually curious, and knows there is MORE to your voice than the songs in your rep folder… you’re in the right place! I am also highly experienced in working with children and young people, please see more below.

Tutoring Experience:

My work as a facilitator/ teacher has been across numerous organisations including Youth Theatres, Music Services and Theatres, both on a 1:1 basis, and with groups/ classes. Some of my employers include Performers College, Birmingham Hippodrome, Newave Arts Education and RJ Academy of Singing and Dramatic Arts. I have guided young people through their LCM Music Theatre exams, BTEC Music Assessments, through preparation of repertoire for Drama School Auditions and towards shows. I have also worked extensively with very young children as an early-years singing/ drama teacher and facilitator in primary schools- combining the fun and excitement of singing, acting and dancing with curriculum topics to create unique performances.
As detailed above I also regularly hold space for adults, sharing Yoga/ Sound Healing and have also taught adults voice lessons.

Tutoring Approach:

Throughout my career so far I have found a real pleasure in sharing my knowledge and expertise in voice work, particularly in 1:1 settings. Rather than using one particular system or methodology, I teach drawing from my own performance training, which whilst broad had a focus upon the works of Jo Estill and Kristin Linklater.

I am passionate about the connection between creativity and wellbeing. On my Masters course and as my practice develops, I am researching how Yoga and Sound Healing (e.g. nervous system regulation, reduced anxiety etc) can benefit performers. I am also furthering my understanding of how the physical practices of yoga asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises) can enhance/ support vocal performance- all of this contributing to my holistic approach to voice work.

I have a keen interest in supporting performers through auditions drama school training, which can be a challenging emotional experience, particularly when it comes to voice practice.

When working with children all of this translates into a relaxed, fun approach to singing that builds confidence, self expression and communication skills as well as technique!