We are beyond excited to launch our baby and preschool singing groups for the under 4’s!
Introducing your little ones to singing and music early on nurtures musical capability and confidence with their own voice. What’s more, singing is proven to improve mental health for parents and caregivers, too!
Led by director, lead coach and singer Claire Willmer, also a Singing for Health Practitioner and Tori McDougall, professional singer and vocal coach, we know more than anyone the benefits of singing for both YOU and your child. We live for it!
FUN, PLAY and EXPLORATION is our primary focus.
NOW - add that to the bonding experience between you and your little one, PLUS meeting new friends AND exploring your own voice, imagine the benefits!
You can expect a warm and welcoming environment, from a LOCAL and SMALL family business where VOICE is our specialism.
What’s more, with our happiness guarantee, if the groups aren’t for you we are happy to refund your first month no questions asked!
We can’t wait to meet you!
All Saints Church, Ravensdale Road, Darlington
About
Mum of two Claire started Voices of Darlington in 2015 and has poured her life and soul into VoD ever since. From 15 singers in a small classroom, Claire has grown VoD to around 180 every week - all with just one night of choirs (plus one morning session and private lessons). It started for Claire when her inspirational music teacher asked her to join the school acapella choir, which went on to perform in venues in Germany. She sang her own composition at 16 for the then Prime Minister Tony Blair, and was awarded a song writing mentorship with a producer at 17. At 18 Claire studied for a BA (hons) degree in Performance and then went straight into professional work around the country working as a lead singer, dancer, entertainer and assistant entertainments manager for Bourne Leisure (Haven/Warner/Butlins). Claire also worked for Galaxy radio in that time. She then taught at Stagecoach for a further 10 years as a singing/drama teacher and deputy manager and began building her private studio. Claire continues to have excellent exam successes with Trinity College London, and was invited to be an external reviewer for LAMDA and their new Musical Theatre syllabus. Claire continues to study many courses with experts such as Anne Marie Speed, Dr Jenevora Williams, Stephen King, British Voice Association, Barbara Houseman and Vocal Health Education to improve her teaching and knowledge. Claire is a qualified Vocal Health First Aider and accredited Vocal Health Education member with has a keen interest in vocal health and trauma. Claire delivers coaching, workshops and lectures across the North with institutions such as The University of York St John and Darlington Operatic Society and leads music sessions at The Hive for adults with additional needs and disabilities. Claire has a certificate in Teaching Inclusively and is studying towards her qualification in Trauma Informed Professional Voice and Singing for Health Practitioner. Claire also enjoys lead roles at Darlington Hippodrome Theatre with Darlington OS and sings professionally at private events throughout the year.
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Mondays
12:45–13:30
0 months - 8 months
All year
£26.00
