Phaedra Brickwood - Vocal Coach

A heartfelt thank you to Jenny for her incredible generosity in donating this beautiful Baby Grand piano. As she was downsizing, Jenny wanted the piano to find a good home where it would be cherished and utilised. At Phaedra Brickwood Vocal Coach, it will indeed be well-loved and used for both enjoyment and teaching. ❤️🎹🎶😍

🌟 I absolutely love hearing from my pupils, both new and old! Your feedback means the world to me and helps me continue to provide the best experience possible. 🌟

Check out the fantastic 5-star review I received today! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you haven't already, I'd be so grateful if you could take a moment to leave a review on Facebook and Google. Your support makes a huge difference. Thank you! 😊

Here’s a link to leave reviews on Google: https://g.page/r/CeERbULfkr5DEBM/review

What amazing news!! on Friday Flo went and blew the judges in away with her wonderful voice. She came first place and won herself £500, which she says she’ll be spending on a bit of shopping and taking her mom on holiday, bless her! ❤️ well done Flo 👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Sunday shout out to Erika, my superstar! 🌟 Huge congratulations on achieving a Distinction in your Grade 4 Musical Theatre singing exam. Your hard work and talent shine through! 🎤🎭

🌸🎤 **Sing Through the Seasons: Managing Allergies for Vocal Health** 🎤🌸

Hey singers! 🎶 Did you know seasonal allergies can really affect your singing voice? Those pesky pollen particles can cause irritation, swelling, and congestion in your throat and nasal passages, making it tough to hit those high notes. 😷🎶

Here are some tips to keep your voice in top shape:

1. **Hydrate** 💧: Drink plenty of water to keep your vocal cords lubricated.
2. **Steam Inhalation** 🌫️: Inhale steam from a bowl of hot water or take a hot shower to soothe irritated tissues.
3. **Nasal Rinse** 🫧: Use a saline nasal spray or neti pot to clear out allergens.
4. **Avoid Dairy** 🚫🥛: It can thicken mucus and make singing harder.
5. **Honey & Lemon** 🍯🍋: Soothe your throat with a warm drink of honey and lemon.
6. **Rest Your Voice** 🛌: Give your voice a break to recover from inflammation.

Stay ahead of the allergies, and let your voice shine all year round! 🌟🎤

When I receive these sort of texts from parents/pupils my heart jumps for joy! Congratulations Tristan… Westend here you come! Looks like I’ll be heading to London to see you in Matilda 😁

Calling singers aged 18-24. Time to audition for the National Youth Choir.

Find out more ➡ https://bit.ly/4ajuuUV

Sign up NOW to join National Youth Choir (18-25 Years)

Calling enthusiastic singers aged 18-24 from all backgrounds! Are you looking to level up your singing, experience a once-in-a-lifetime tour to South Africa and sing alongside people who will become friends for life? We're the choir for you.

Book your audition slot on our website before 5 June to take part in one of our friendly online audition sessions running from 10-25 June. Financial assistance is available for all participation costs.

Still not sure whether we're the right fit for you? Register for our free online National Youth Choir (18-25 Years) Audition Q&A Session on Thursday 23 May, 4pm to hear from our conductor Nicholas Chalmers and current choir members about what you could get out of joining the choir

Find out more ➡ https://bit.ly/4ajuuUV

Child auditions for Mary Poppins ….

Let's pause to celebrate Tristan's incredible achievement: he's been offered a full-time place at Silvia Young's Theatre School! 🎭 Come September, he'll be embarking on an exciting new journey in London, diving into year 6 and full-time theatre school life. I couldn't be prouder of Tristan and all the hard work he's poured into his singing lessons. Your dedication shines, Tristan! Though I'll miss you dearly, I can't wait to see you thrive in this new chapter! 🌟🎶

Come on young performers of Wolverhampton, get signed up for this…

Auditions

Currently auditioning children for the role of Matilda who are aged 8 to 12 and under 4ft 3. Her classmates need to be aged 8 to 13 and under 4ft 10” tall with brilliant dancing and singing skills! Boys must have unbroken voices.

They need to cast children for all the roles within travelling distance of the theatre so they can live at home and attend their own schools. You need to live within one hour of Central London. All children must be available for the entire rehearsal and performance period. No holidays will be allowed during this period and parents must be able to bring their child to all rehearsals and performances.

More info and to apply 👉 uk.matildathemusical.com/about/auditions

from the 25th March until the 4th April, Beatsabar Music Project will be providing FREE Music Workshop.

See below for more info

HEY EVERYONE, 👋

Hope you are all great a looking forward to the Easter Holidays!!

We are pleased to tell you that from the 25th March until the 4th April, Beatsabar Music Project will be once again opening our doors for FREE Music Workshop.

Even better news, is that the Council have made it easier than ever to book your child's places on our HAF funded holiday music workshop.

YOU NO LONGER NEED A HAF_Barcode

A new, easy to use booking system is now in place. All you need to do is visit

https://eequ.org/experience/7350

with Beatsabar Music Project CIC and select the activities you wish your child to attend, click BOOK, search for your child, using their date of birth and set up up a user account initially. Your details should be stored on the booking site.

You can read about what happened at our most recent holiday music workshop HERE https://beatsabarmusicproject.wordpress.com/2024/02/22/smoothie-sounds-good-this-half-term-at-beatsabar/

Look forward to see you soon. 🙌

I haven’t forgotten … Let's highlight the incomparable Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, whose powerful voice and impassioned performances reshaped the landscape of popular music. 🎶

Aretha Franklin | Respect | 1967 | Best Version

🎵🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there! 🌸🎵

Today, we want to honour the women who fill our lives with love, laughter, and endless support. To all the moms who inspire us to reach for the stars, we thank you!

I understand the power of music to express love and gratitude. This Mother's Day, let's celebrate the bond between mothers and children through the joy of music, now get serenading your Mother! 🎵🎵

Let's honor the remarkable Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa, whose electrifying voice and infectious energy transcended borders and brought joy to audiences around the world. Did you know that Celia Cruz won a Grammy Award for Best Tropical Latin Performance with her album "La Negra Tiene Tumbao" in 2002, marking a historic moment in her legendary career? 🎤💃

Let's recognise the incomparable Björk, an Icelandic singer-songwriter whose avant-garde music, innovative visuals, and experimental approach have made her a true visionary in the music industry. Björk's boundary-pushing albums like "Homogenic" and "Vespertine" have earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated global fanbase. Did you know that she's not only known for her music but also for her unique fashion sense and involvement in various art projects? 🎵

Let's celebrate the phenomenal Lauryn Hill, whose groundbreaking album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" broke records and won her five Grammy Awards, making her the first woman to win that many in one night. Lauryn Hill's powerful lyrics and soulful voice continue to inspire generations, cementing her legacy as one of the most influential artists in hip-hop and R&B. Did you know that before her solo career, Lauryn Hill was a member of the acclaimed group The Fugees and I remember seeing her at Wolverhampton Civic Hall in 1986 🎤

🎶 March is Women's History Month! 🎉 Let's celebrate the incredible contributions of women in music throughout history. From groundbreaking singers to pioneering songwriters, women have shaped the musical landscape in profound ways. Join us in honouring their achievements and empowering future generations of female voices! 🎤🎶

A fun fact about cats and singing is that while cats may not sing in the traditional sense, they do communicate through various vocalizations, including meows, purrs, chirps, and even trills. Some cat owners have noted that their cats may join in or mimic certain sounds, such as singing or humming, especially when their human companions are making music or singing themselves.

🎉 Big congratulations to Tiff and Erika as they gear up for an exciting few months ahead! Here's what they've got in store:

April: They're both Ladies in Waiting in SIX
May: Both shining as dancers in Joseph.
June: Catch Tiff as Belle and Erika as a village fille in Beauty and the Beast.
July: Tiff takes the lead in Percy Jackson, while Erika grabs a supporting role.

So proud of these two talented ladies! 🌟