ABOUT MELANIE
Performer, Vocal Coach & Social Worker
Melanie has been performing since the age of three. Trained in jazz, tap, contemporary and classical ballet, she has a passion for musical theatre and cabaret and has performed in many shows in a career spanning over more than two decades. A versatile performer, Melanie has performed as a lead vocalist in duets, bands, trios, cabaret shows and musical theatre shows both nationally and locally. She has performed with local South Australian theatre companies such as Matt Byrne Media, Northern Light Theatre Company and Emma Knights Productions.
Melanie enjoys harmony singing and is currently performing with Adelaide vocal trio The Three Little Sisters. She freelances as a backing vocalist for local Adelaide artist Kelly Breuer in her band "The Brouhaha" and has featured as a vocalist in The Blue Label's "Ladies of Soul" show at the Adelaide Fringe 2021. Melanie holds a Certificate IV in Jazz (Voice) from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, Adelaide University, a Psychology degree and a Masters degree in Social Work from the University of South Australia. Melanie is currently performing in her self-produced Fringe Show "It Takes Two!" together with her Husband, Singer/Actor/Producer Rohan Watts. "It Takes Two!" premiered at the Bowden Fringe in February 2024 and recently finished touring with the Out of The Square series (OOTS).
Melanie has worked as a vocal coach for Voicestyle Studios and the Vocal Hub and enjoys working with singers of all ages and abilities. Melanie has a special interest in working with adult beginners and musical theatre students. With a background in psychology and social work, Melanie is interested in performance anxiety management and helping singers to overcome psychological barriers in order to maximise their performance potential.
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VOCAL COACHING
Singing, Vocal Technique & Repertoire Building
Melanie has been vocal coaching for a number of years and specialises in works with singers of all ages and levels. Melanie recognises the importance of good vocal health and the desire to deliver an optimal performance whilst looking after your voice. Lessons focus on how to use your voice safely whilst exploring your range and vocal ability. Beginners learn how to gain more control over your voice and explore different voice qualities in a safe and nurturing environment. More experienced singers learn how to use your voice in different ways, add more dynamics to your performance and increase your musical repertoire.
Lessons involve training in pitch, melody, intonation, dynamics, intervals, exploring different voice qualities, styles, and exploring different genres of music. Improve the quality of your vocal control, increase your range and build up repertoire for performances or auditions. Weekly lessons are available.
SONG INTERPRETATION
Enhance your acting skills when performing
Melanie draws upon her extensive experience in musical theatre and cabaret to help you enhance your performance. Song interpretation is a valuable tool for up and coming singers of all ages and abilities and can help prepare performers for what is expected of them at auditions. It is useful for all singers, and, in particular, musical theatre performers who want to take their career to the next level. Song interpretation sessions involve exploring song content, background, themes and characterisation. Use song interpretation sessions to prepare for your audition or performance piece.
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PERFORMANCE ANXIETY MANAGEMENT
Learn relaxation strategies to increase your confidence when performing
Stage fright can be crippling. Getting up on stage in front a group of people, whether it be your loved ones, peers or even a crowd of strangers can seem terrifying to many people. Performance anxiety is much more common than people realise and can hold people back from achieving their goals and taking their desire to perform to the next level.
It is important for performers to feel prepared and confident when delivering a performance.
Melanie works with singers to develop their confidence and performance skills through the use of relaxation and therapeutic strategies. In particular, the use of 'Mindfulness' strategies and positive psychology. Her background in Social Work and extensive experience working in the mental health sector as both a case worker and counsellor enables her to draw upon these skills. These sessions help singers to overcome psychological barriers to performing.
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Learn simple and effective techniques to diffuse anxiety and stay focused in the present moment.
LESSON FEES
PACKAGES
Block of x10 30 minute lessons (or x5 1 hour lessons): $400
Block of x5 30 minute lessons: $200
Block of x5 45 minute lessons: $300
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CASUAL LESSONS
$40 for 30 minutes
$60 for 45 minutes
$80 for 60 minutes
CONTACT MELANIE
Would you like some more information about Melanie's coaching? Contact her today to chat about your goals.
VOCAL HUB COLLECTIVE
245 Magill Road, Maylands SA
Australia 5068
0408 554 366