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 five 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 ten 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!

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.

Student Showcases at the Rondo Theatre

All students can choose to 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 singers on their performing journeys.

Alyssa and Ella - ‘Happy Days’ Duet

Alyssa and Ella (Year 13) have been taught by Rachel for 5 and 8 years respectively. This performance was recorded at their final student showcase in February 2026. 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.

Please fill in the form below to enquire about singing lessons

Rachel will aim to respond within 48 hours Mon-Fri. Please provide information about previous singing experience (if any).