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Olivia Watson - Owner / Head Vocal Coach

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Founder and director of Encore Vocal Studio, she grew up in Cyprus with its cultural mix of modern, classical and international influences that she found her love for all genres of music. With over 2 decades of singing experience and vocal coaching Olivia has honed her love for singing and teaching. She holds a degree in Music Production and Sound Recording from a Royale School of Music.

Trained in contemporary/rock/classical & musical theatre, she has had the opportunity to perform internationally as part of a choir, a soloist classical singer and to work with many intercontinental orchestras. 

Olivia’s students include singers of all ages and levels from beginners to professional commercial and recording artist. Her students have performed at theatres and on tv stages. Olivia has prepared students who have auditioned for and been accepted to nationally recognized performing arts schools and conservatories, musical grades, and tv performances. She has also trained many vocal coaches from across the UK.

Olivia has a real passion for developing and nurturing talent in vocal technique.

Olivia also works as a vocal coach at Verve Academy of Performing Arts  (www.verveacademy.co.uk). Their recent productions have included Sister Act, Hairspray, Annie, Wicked, Lion King - to name a few. Musical theatre is one of Olivia’s biggest passions. 

Through her love of music, her enthusiasm and commitment to singing Olivia is able to help others develop their voice, talent and passion for singing.  

“The only thing better than singing is more singing” - Ella Fitzgerald

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Milli Richardson - Vocal Coach 

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Milli is a fun and enthusiastic vocal coach with over 11 years experience and a specialty in Musical Theatre. Working at multiple Musical Theatre Schools over this period, Milli has lots of experience and enjoys working with young children and adults, groups and private students.  She currently works at Encore Vocal Studio and Stamper Dance & Theatre Arts, based within South Yorkshire.

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Milli has always had a passion for music and drama, performing in many stage shows through the years, also taking the stage in Festivals and Galas. Studying from a young age, she has taken exams with the highly regarded London College of Music (LCM), part of the University of West London, gaining her Musical Theatre Diploma with London College of Music and Uni of West London (Associate Diploma / ALCM). Alongside LCM, Milli is well versed in the Musical Theatre syllabus of the International Dance Teacher’s Association (IDTA) and has earned some of their highest awards.

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“I don't make music for eyes, I make music for ears” - Adele

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Nataliia Temnyk - Vocal Coach 

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Nataliia Temnyk is a classically trained soprano and vocal coach with over 11 years of

professional performing and teaching experience. She holds a Master of Music with

distinction from the Odesa National Music Academy (Ukraine) and has completed PhD-level

postgraduate studies in Opera Performance.

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An award-winning artist, Nataliia is a laureate of numerous international vocal

competitions, including the Wagner Society Competition at Wigmore Hall in London, where

she was awarded both a prize and the Audience Prize, as well as competitions across

Romania, Poland, Belarus, Ukraine and Italy.

Her operatic repertoire includes leading roles such as Mimì (La Bohème), Nedda (Pagliacci),

Countess (The Marriage of Figaro) and Desdemona (Otello).

Her career has taken her across Europe and Canada, where she has worked with

distinguished artists including Dame Anne Evans (London) and Richard Margison (Canada),

and delivered a highly successful vocal masterclass at Queen’s University in Kingston,

Ontario.

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Alongside her performing work, Nataliia has held teaching positions including assistant

professor at a music academy and teaching roles at institutions such as the Victoria

Conservatory of Music (Canada), alongside her private teaching practice.

She works across a range of styles, underpinned by a strong classical vocal foundation.

Her lessons are tailored to each student, creating a supportive and motivating environment

in which singers can develop confidence and a genuine enjoyment of their voice.

Whether a complete beginner or an experienced performer, Nataliia helps each student

unlock their full vocal potential and achieve their individual goals.

She believes that music has the power to inspire, elevate and bring out the very best in

People.

“Music can change the world because it can change people" - Bono (U2)

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Isobel Carter - Vocal Coach 

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Isobel is a bubbly, motivated, and enthusiastic vocal coach who is eager to impart the knowledge that she has acquired over her years of vocal training. She believes that music is the universal language. It allows us to express ourselves, elevates our emotions, and connects us to others. It is her goal in life to share the beauty of music with others and teach her students to enhance and refine their skills. 

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Being raised in a musically inclined household, Isobel developed a love for a variety of musical genres at a young age, with a particular focus on pop and musical theatre. She began taking singing lessons at AS Music School, then moved on to Pauline Quirke Academy to concentrate on her skills in musical theatre. This led her to perform at Her Majesty's Theatre in London. Isobel has obtained a foundation degree in musical theatre and is a member of the Manor Operatic Society, which features her in the annual pantomimes and musicals that are performed at Sheffield City Hall. She looks forward to sharing her passion and knowledge with students of all ages.

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“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” ― Bob Marley

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Holly Dullenty - Vocal Coach 

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Holly is a fun, bubbly and passionate vocal coach. Through her performing arts, Musical Theatre and RSL Creative Music course studies she has developed and honed her vocal techniques and passion for singing and helping others find their voice.

During her studies of Professional Music Performance at WaterBear the College of Music, she acquired knowledge in advanced vocal techniques, performance skills and music business and a passion for the industry

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Holly has been professionally working in the music industry, along side well known music experts. Her performances include the genres of pop, rock, jazz, soul and musical theatre. Holly loves to perform as a solo artist but as well as the front woman of a band. 

Her passion for music started at a young age and shaped her education and career, allowing her to work in this amazing industry.

Holly aspires to pass on her knowledge to her students, for them to build a confident, heathy and passionate relationship with music.

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“Music is the strongest form of magic." - Marilyn Manson

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Ren Reynolds -  Vocal Coach

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Ren is an inspiring & encouraging vocal coach who wants the very best for her students. Her relaxed, friendly teaching style and knowledge of vocal health, sees her welcoming students at all stages of their vocal journey. 

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Having completed her training in Performing Arts (SHU) , including classical ABRSM singing grades and exams with London College of Music (Popular Music Vocals), and LAMDA exams in musical theatre and acting, Ren is an experienced tutor in teaching a variety of vocal styles and approaches. Ren has always had a passion for singing and music, and this has resulted in her performing in musical theatre productions, jazz, classical & pop settings, performances at events and festivals, and a strong background in professional songwriting and studio recording. 

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"A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song" - Maya Angelou

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