What's on offer

...the chance to transform your voice

1 to 1 tuition

One of Helen's students singing at Royal Albert Hall -WCC

Student performs at the
Royal Albert Hall

With practical demonstrations, I’ll guide you on how to improve your singing. You don’t need any experience or ability to read music.

Lessons focus on breath-control, singing in tune and increasing your range. I also help find the best repertoire for your voice type.

Learn how to look after your voice.

To arrange a consultation contact me here.

Choirs

Twickenham Ladies Chamber Choir rehearses Thursdays 7~8.30pm.  Repertoire includes sacred, secular and modern pieces. Spaces available.

  • Psychologies Magazine – How singing brings happiness

    Psychologies Magazine - How singing brings happiness

    Helen Astrid appeared in Psychologies Magazine, February 2015 TAP INTO INNER JOY You might think happiness is some sort of goal to be attained, but more often than not it’s within you, and just needs to be released. Three people tell …

Opera Concerts/Talks

View Helen’s range of talks here.
Opera Live At Home, providing first-class opera concerts in the comfort of your own home.

Opera Insights: The Magnificent Trio of Bel Canto.

Humour in Opera: Marlborough College 2021.

  • The Juniper Tree by Philip Glass & Robert Moran

    The Juniper Tree by Philip Glass & Robert Moran

    An electric cast for Juniper Tree by Philip Glass included Mariya Krywaiuk, James Corrigan and Rebecca Moon. The opera was directed by Glyndebourne’s noteworthy Donna Stirrup. Produced by Helen Astrid.

Students’ Achievements

UK premiere The Juniper Tree (Philip Glass) and Dido & Aeneas.

Cavalleria rusticana at Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Concerts at Royal Albert Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, National Gallery, Richmond Theatre, St James’s Piccadilly hosted by Joanna Lumley, Glastonbury and Sing London Festivals.

Workshops for Rugby World Cup 2015.

Opera masterclasses with Bill Bankes-Jones, David Edwards and Clare Prenton.

Recordings for BBC Radio London.

Virtual Corporate Workshops

We provide virtual team-building and leadership workshops for businesses and organisations during and after Lockdown. To see the options available, please click here.

Oracle Team-building event with Helen Astrid

Oracle team-building singing event. Photo Denise Quinlan.

Helen Astrid at a corporate singing workshop

Helen Astrid Singing tips at your finger tips

Helen’s book on Amazon in paperback & Kindle & Audible

Transform your Voice

“For the beginner or seasoned professional, Helen Astrid’s book is concise and informative.
If you want to aim for the Grammys or knock ’em dead at your local karaoke bar, this short, knowledgeable and readable book can get you started.”

Gary Lachman, The Guardian

Helen on BBC World News

Tell me the Truth about Opera - Helen on TEDxSquareMile

Latest News!

Free singing tips and latest news on courses & workshops.

What people say

 I originally wanted to have lessons purely for the joy of learning a skill. I'm delighted to find myself in Helen's very capable hands. She clearly knows what she's talking about and is a true professional. She quickly puts me at ease, gives me confidence, and helps me understand both my range and which songs suit my voice. I'm motivated and energised afterwards. 
Michael Nealon, bass chorister
 Learning to sing with Helen has been one of the best things I’ve ever done. She has a real talent for making the learning process great fun and I always end the session feeling energised and uplifted. 
Dr Gillian Tomlinson, MBChB, BSc, MRCP(UK)
 Helen is patient, supportive, encouraging and utterly professional. I gave myself 10 lessons and am still having them after 20 years. There can't a better accolade for a teacher than that. 
Jill, Dr of Philosophy, B.Sc, PhD, AKC, MS Biol, C Biol.
Singing makes me feel happier and healthier. I feel very positive after each session. 
Dasha, Intensive Care Nurse
 Helen's  patience,  strength,  trust and  encouragement  is  both  thrilling  and  inspiring. 
Gabi McKeowen
 Learning with Helen is an immensely healing and pleasurable experience. 
Pauline, Psychotherapist

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