RACHEL DARWIN

Contemporary Singing Teacher in Bath

Rachel Darwin has over 25 years of singing and performance experience, including musical theatre, choral work, session and function singing, and 5 years as a singer/songwriter. She has performed in the UK, the US and Europe.

Rachel was coached and mentored by celebrity vocal coach David Grant (BBC Fame Academy, Pop Idol) for 10 years. Since 2017, she has coached contemporary singing at all levels, from absolute beginners and talented amateurs, to TV/Film actors, professional musicians and signed recording artists.

Rachel studied Vocals and Songwriting at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London. After years of singing and teaching in London, she now lives and works in Bath, teaching children and teens aged 9-18.

Contemporary Singing Lessons in Bath for 9-18 year-olds

Unlocking your voice is a powerful thing to do when you’re working out who you are. Rachel builds her students’ confidence and resilience, encouraging them to try new things and push themselves with their singing in order to progress. Students will gain an understanding of the theory, terminology and technique of singing. They will develop their repertoire, learning a great variety of contemporary music and/or musical theatre. And, hopefully, they will come away feeling fearless… secure in the knowledge that it is okay to get things wrong sometimes… because that is how we learn to get things right!

Students can perform in Student Showcases at the Rondo Theatre in Bath. These showcases are an amazing way to gain performance experience in a safe, supportive, fun and professional environment. They are a chance to meet new, like-minded friends. And they are an opportunity to learn from and encourage other young performers on their singing journeys.

Past students have gone on to study Acting, Music, and Musical Theatre at institutes such as LAMDA, BIMM, Arts Ed, ICMP, and the BRIT School. They have been involved in National Youth Choir and National Youth Music Theatre and National Youth Theatre. A number of Rachel’s students have already begun their careers in music, theatre, TV and film.

Alyssa and Ella - ‘Happy Days’

Alyssa and Ella (Year 13) have been taught by Rachel for 5 and 8 years respectively. Over the years, they have worked tirelessly with Rachel on their belt, mix, breathing, diction, harmony, and their knowledge of the science of singing, in order to produce such professional-sounding, healthy vocals. They are spectacular examples of what can happen when natural talent meets a passionate, disciplined approach to learning to sing.

Bettie - ‘Rain On My Parade’ (Funny Girl)

Bettie (Year 8) has been taught by Rachel for 3 years. This iconic song is a sprint from start to finish. Here, Bettie demonstrates the show-stopping effect of fearlessness. Hard work and practise have given her the security to be able to throw herself at the song without hesitation… an amazing example of the magic created when natural flare meets dedication to training!

Ella - ‘Someone Like You’ (Jekyll and Hyde)

“Rachel creates the most wonderful safe space for her students. I can be whoever I want to be when Rachel is around, no fear, no judgement, just the safest space a performer and young girl could ask for. Leaving Rachel to go onto my next journey will be so hard. Every success and goal I surpass will be because she believed in me and pushed me more than any other singing teacher. I think I can speak for all of us in this room when I say… everybody needs a Rachel in their life.” - Ella, in a speech at her final showcase

Singing Praises

“I’ve never met a singing teacher who can bring people to life like Rachel can.”

- Rupert Gardner, Director of Music at Tring Park School of Performing Arts

“Yesterday was heavenly. So heartfelt, so authentic, so beautifully organised. We were mesmerised by your fabulous pupils and you. Thank you for being who you are. You are such a gift.”

- Annie Frere, mother of a student

“I had to write a note today to say how amazing yesterday was. The audience was utterly spellbound throughout. One beautiful voice after another, all different, all with the perfect song chosen for them, all with a child who has learned so much under your care. You truly are a special teacher and they are so lucky to have you.”

- Madeline Blackburn, mother of a student

“Thank you so much for instilling such confidence and pride in [our daughter] and such skill in her work. We have been so grateful for your care, support and coaching. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. You are magic.”

- Kate, mother of a student

“We are all still processing yesterday’s performance at the Rondo Theatre. It was quite simply spectacular. Outside of the West End none of us have seen or heard anything as high class and polished as what you and your students delivered. And to think [our daughter] was a part of that makes us both burst with pride.”