What we can offer you
Opportunities to transform your voice
1 to 1 tuition
Student performs at the
Royal Albert Hall
With practical demonstrations, Helen guides you on how to improve your singing voice. You don’t need any experience or ability to read music as lessons are easy to follow. Unique to Helen’s singing tuition service is providing a digital progress chart. As a result, this allows you to monitor improvements each week.
Lessons focus on breath-control, singing in tune and increasing your range. We also find the best repertoire. In addition, it’s essential to learn how you look after your voice which Helen can help you with.
To arrange a consultation please contact me here.
For our range of courses and workshops, please click here.
Choirs | Workshops
Ella’s Choir meets Thursdays at 7.00pm-8.30pm in Twickenham. A fun and friendly weekly session aimed to inspire and rejuvenate you. Most of all, we would like you to join us. Come to our forthcoming concert on 11 July 2019. All in aid of React Charity.
Workshops are also available. These provide opportunities to work alongside top music and theatre professionals. Our aim is to challenge, inspire and transform participants.
Ella’s Choir, Helen Astrid’s blog
The South-West Londoner, September 2017 A charitable tune for React charity By Eleanor Sharples A new choir will sing its first notes in Richmond tonight all in aid of the React charity. Created by singing teacher Helen Astrid, …
Opera | Concerts
Students have performing opportunities at top venues in London. Also music festivals, concerts and private functions. In spring 2017, some took part in the UK premiere of The Juniper Tree by Philip Glass. This was directed by Glyndebourne’s Donna Stirrup. Others performed at The Ivy Cafe in Richmond and in concert with Elio Pace.
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’ Accomplishments
UK premiere of ‘The Juniper Tree’ (Philip Glass/Robert Moran) and ‘Dido & Aeneas’. Both Music and Drama Festival in Richmond-upon-Thames in 2016 and 2017. Consequently voted as a major collaborative success by LBuT.
Students perform in ‘Cavalliera rusticana’ Royal Opera House, Covent Garden; ‘Turn of the Screw’ Barnes Music Festival.
Concerts at Royal Albert Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, National Gallery, Richmond Theatre. Also at St James’s Piccadilly hosted by Joanna Lumley.
Glastonbury, Sing London and Twickenham Riverside Festivals.
Workshops for Rugby World Cup 2015 ‘Celebrating Songs of the Nations’ with Nicholas Cleobury. Opera masterclasses with Bill Bankes-Jones, David Edwards and Clare Prenton.
Recordings of Olympic Song “2012” for BBC Radio London. Also ‘Perfect Day’ recorded at Metropolis Studios.
Most of all, students have personal goals including learning a new skill, de-stressing after work or having fun. Singing also helps maintain optimum health and well-being.
Helen’s Book
Transform and Empower 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
Available at Amazon in paperback & Kindle.