Question 1

Do you work with children?

Accepted Answer

As a coach, Alicia works most regularly with adults and young adults. However, Alicia holds an Enhanced DBS and  accepts students aged 8+. She has a vast background in working with children and has taught music to students as young as four years old! In the past, Alicia has worked as an Au Pair and English teacher, volunteered with mentoring and paired reading schemes, as well as teaching freelance for children's performing arts and dance schools. Due to high demand, Alicia is currently only offering hour sessions. These are fantastic for committed and mature young people who may be actively performing and auditioning, and require some vocal technique and vocal health guidance. Alicia has worked regularly with children on agencies and part of performing arts schools.

Question 2

Do you offer gift vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Please get in touch with your requirements and Alicia will see what she can do!

Question 3

Where are In-Person lessons/coaching based? Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

In-Person lessons and coaching sessions are based at Alicia's comfortable home voice studio in Eccles, Manchester.It's easy to get to on all public transport! Just a 6 minute walk to the Eccles bus station and tram stop, and a 10 minute walk to Eccles train station.If you are driving to lesson, Alicia's road does have parking permits. Please arrive and park just before your scheduled lesson as Alicia only has one Visitor permit at any time. There is also lots of on-street parking available in the surrounding roads, as well as Morrison's car park and paid-parking at Eccles Leisure centre.

Question 4

Do you have a cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All lessons and coaching sessions are subject to a 48-Hour Cancellation Policy, wherein any missed or cancelled lesson within 48 hours of the agreed start time is subject to payment of the full lesson value. If part of a plan, the lesson will be deducted. Please do let Alicia know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend as she may be able to reschedule your lesson.

Question 5

What should I bring to lesson?

Accepted Answer

Yourself!A bottle of water to drink before, during and after lessonAny lyrics/sheet music that you've been working on in and out of lessonIf you have/Alicia gives you any SOVT straws (or kazoos!), make sure you bring them with you!Most importantly, a love and enthusiasm for learning something new!

Question 6

Can I record my lesson/session?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Whether online or in-person, you are welcome to record your lesson or coaching session. Just let Alicia know you are doing so!Rather than recording the entire hour, Alicia recommends instead recording an end of lesson/session overview, so you have all your exercises and tips for the week in one, easy-listening recording.If you would like to record yourself at any point - perhaps a snippet of you singing for progress purposes or an exercise to go and practice - do it!

Question 7

Why 'alma' voice studio?

Accepted Answer

Not only is Alma Street the home of Alicia's next chapter in life, but its meaning of kindness, soul, and nourishing is her exact approach when it comes to voice, music, and performance.

Question 8

Do you offer recording sessions?

Accepted Answer

Alma Voice Studio isn't a recording studio. However, Alicia's professional equipment and history in recording means she is able to offer quality vocal recordings if required. In the past, Alicia has recorded and produced vocal demos and tracks for students for a variety of reasons! Get in touch to discuss options.

Question 9

What instruments do you teach? Can I combine an instrument with singing lessons?

Accepted Answer

Alicia no longer teaches instrumental lessons due to demand for vocal services.Alicia is primarily a vocal coach and singing teacher. However, as a mulit-instrumentalist, she has taught piano, guitar, and alto saxophone from beginner to intermediate levels. Many students love the ability to accompany themselves on guitar or piano! Combined vocal/instrument lessons have been very popular with Alicia's students. Get in touch with Alicia to discuss lesson options.

Question 10

Do you offer free taster sessions?

Accepted Answer

Alicia doesn't offer free taster sessions.Instead she is more than happy to book you in for an initial session before committing to a regular slot. In this session, you will be able to see how you get on, you'll be introduced  to how Alicia works, and allow Alicia to carry out a vocal assessment for you!Alicia always receives amazing feedback after first sessions as so much is covered and plenty of knowledge shared! Many feel and hear a difference in their voice straight away.

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