Gemma Christie
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Based in Leyland, Lancashire, I teach a wide variety of students from across the Northwest from complete beginners to professional singers and actors. Achievements of past students include gaining professional singing work, placements at top London performing arts colleges and regular distinctions in ABRSM and LAMDA vocal exams. I teach all singing styles from pop to opera and know about the techniques involved in creating these different styles.
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Singing & voice lessons help you to:
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Warm up quickly and efficiently
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Extend your range: sing for longer and with more power! |
Prepare for auditions, concerts & gigs
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Sing in different styles and cross genres |
Develop awareness and knowledge of how the voice works |
Develop Confidence in expressing yourself |
TESTIMONIALS
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When I started my lessons with Gemma over 5 years ago, I never thought I’d be where I am right now. She has been an incredible singing teacher, helping me to improve my voice in preparation for singing exams, festivals and competitions, shows and productions, and ultimately drama school auditions. Getting into drama school has always been a dream of mine, and with the help of Gemma, I have received 5 offers to study Musical Theatre at the best drama schools in the country, and I will start my studies on the degree programme at The Urdang Academy in September. I owe my success to Gemma and cannot thank her enough for everything she has helped me to achieve.
Abigail Moore
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Gemma has been teaching me for over a year and I look forward to her lessons every week, she is incredibly friendly and a fantastic vocal coach! I would highly recommend Gemma to anyone looking for a singing teacher.
Vicky Vlogs
Blackburn
Blackburn
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Gemma has been my vocal coach for three years now. She is a fantastic teacher, kind hearted and has great patience. I would recommend Gemma to anyone looking for a vocal coach.
Heather Stanley
Leyland
Leyland
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Gemma is wonderful. She has an extensive knowledge of music and vocal technique and has helped my daughter enormously in developing her singing and performing. Gemma is a very kind and approachable person and always tries to be flexible in her teaching schedule despite being much in demand.
Monica Bhushan
Wigan
Wigan
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Gemma has been teaching me for over a year now and even though I've not been weekly my vocal ability has improved no end.
She gives you confidence and is a a very warm person. She's even given me the confidence to attempt opera!!
She gives you confidence and is a a very warm person. She's even given me the confidence to attempt opera!!
Liz Holding
Blackpool
Blackpool
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Gemma has been my vocal coach for around 5 years and I have had the best experience with her. Always very supportive and constructive, progressed a great deal since I came to her. Do not think I would have got to where I have with my singing without Gemma's help. Would recommend to anyone looking for a vocal coach :)
Lucy Butler
Clitheroe
Clitheroe
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I had been having several incidents of vocal strain before being coached by Gemma ... our sessions have really helped me and I would highly recommend her services.
The Floyd Band
Preston
Preston
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I have had lessons with Gemma for about two years, and she has always been so very welcoming and friendly, she really wants to find and bring out the best of your vocal ability.I have definitely noticed a dramatic change in my vocal ability, and now have a much stronger technique and foundation behind me. She also goes out of her way to help you with any auditions you may be having and I thank her immensely for helping me secure a place on the MA Musical Theatre course at Guildford School of Acting, I couldn't have done it without her ongoing help and support! She is a brilliant singing teacher!
Elizabeth Kirk, Preston
(GSA graduate & UCLAN Music Theatre Graduate)
(GSA graduate & UCLAN Music Theatre Graduate)
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I have had singing lessons with miss Christie for five years now and she has been a fantastic teacher throughout. She teaches me how to sing classically and so far my lessons have been a great success. Miss Christie has a lovely way of teaching, we start with warm ups for the voice and then we go through my pieces for my exam.I personally had some problems with my speaking and singing voice which she spotted straight away and it was dealt with. In each lesson I learn how to improve my voice and now I have a very good general knowledge of how the voice works which helps a great deal along the way. As a teacher miss Christie is a great inspiration. She herself is a lovely person and has a beautiful voice, and I can only hope that one day, with her help, mine will be as nice as hers.
Jade Jones, Blackburn
(Westholme Pupil)
(Westholme Pupil)
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Gemma has been my singing teacher for over a year now. In that time not only have I learnt various techniques so that I get the best out of my voice, but with Gemma's help I now know the songs that best suit my natural voice and range.
Gemma's knowledge and expertise is invaluable to me, and I can honestly say that I feel my voice has improved and it seems to sound richer, and when I perform I know that I am doing so without damaging it, and singing just seems to feel easier.
Gemma is very friendly and makes you feel at ease whether you're a beginner or a pro!
Gemma's knowledge and expertise is invaluable to me, and I can honestly say that I feel my voice has improved and it seems to sound richer, and when I perform I know that I am doing so without damaging it, and singing just seems to feel easier.
Gemma is very friendly and makes you feel at ease whether you're a beginner or a pro!
Johanne McCrory
Lancashire (professional singer)
Lancashire (professional singer)
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I've been taught by Gemma since January and she is such a lovely, kind and amazing teacher,I've noticed improvement so quickly in my voice.
Laurienne Imeson
Lytham St.Annes
Lytham St.Annes
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My daughter has had singing lessons with Gemma for over five years. During this time it has been amazing to witness the ongoing improvement in her voice which has developed to a level that has exceeded my expectations. With her professional yet very approachable manner it is clear that Gemma has a very genuine desire to see her students reach their full potential.
Julia Moore
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”Around two years ago I walked into Gemma’s studio, having only ever sang in the shower. The singing lesson had been a Christmas present and it took me almost 5 months to pluck up the courage to use the voucher! I needn’t have worried; Gemma has a great ability in putting her students at ease and giving confidence to absolute beginners like me.
She quickly identified my vocal strengths and weaknesses, and over the next few months used a variety of techniques to help me improve my breathing and vocal clarity. With regular lessons and focussed practice I soon found myself ready to sing at Open Mic events.
I now sing for an acoustic duo and a blues band, and it is hard to believe how much my voice has developed in such a short period of time.
Gemma constantly evolves as a teacher and applies the latest findings in vocal science to her coaching. Thanks to this, my vocal range has significantly increased, enabling me to become a more versatile vocalist and attempt musical genres I would never have dreamt of.
It has been a remarkable journey and Gemma has helped me realise that sometimes life can begin at 42!”
She quickly identified my vocal strengths and weaknesses, and over the next few months used a variety of techniques to help me improve my breathing and vocal clarity. With regular lessons and focussed practice I soon found myself ready to sing at Open Mic events.
I now sing for an acoustic duo and a blues band, and it is hard to believe how much my voice has developed in such a short period of time.
Gemma constantly evolves as a teacher and applies the latest findings in vocal science to her coaching. Thanks to this, my vocal range has significantly increased, enabling me to become a more versatile vocalist and attempt musical genres I would never have dreamt of.
It has been a remarkable journey and Gemma has helped me realise that sometimes life can begin at 42!”
Faye Whiteoak
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VOCAL HEALTH
DRINK WATER
One of the simplest and easiest things that you can do to immediately improve voice quality and prevent vocal fatigue is to drink water and lots of it! Aim for at least 2 litres a day.
AVOID SPICY FOOD & DAIRY
For some people this may not be a problem, but for others spicy foods can cause acid reflux. Dairy can also be mucus forming causing the vocal folds to work less efficiently.
REST A TIRED VOICE
If the voice sounds hoarse or husky then try to rest it completely. Trying to sing on a cold can cause damage to the vocal folds and will delay recovery even further. If voice problems persist after 2 weeks then consult your doctor.
BE AWARE OF THE EFFECTS OF MEDICATIONS
Many medications such as anti-histamines, anti-depressants, decongestants (remedies for nose/sinus congestion) and diuretics will dry out the vocal folds. If you're unable to find a natural alternative compensate with increased water intake. Commonly prescribed steroid inhalers actually cause vocal fold inflammation and hoarseness.
EXERCISE THE VOICE
The voice box contains muscles and ligaments which need to be exercised in order to create a stronger and more powerful voice. Practice little and often, gradually building up your vocal stamina; this is far more effective than a 2 hour session once a week.
ALLERGIES
If you are a sufferer of either asthma or rhinitis then your voice may well suffer too as the allergic response contributing to these conditions has been found to occur throughout mucosa in both the upper and lower airway.