Gareth is a Singing Teacher, Voice Coach
and
Musical Director based in the U.K.
Gareth is a singing teacher and voice coach.
With over 15 years extensive experience working with singers and studying voice, he specialises in both vocal production/technique and artistic/repertoire coaching for all musical styles and genres – from Musical Theatre, Pop/Commercial and Rock, to Jazz, Classical and Opera.
Gareth has tutored numerous Musical Theatre performers working in London’s West End and on Broadway, as well as many singers across the U.K. and internationally. His enthusiasm and passion for teaching singing extends to all voice types – regardless of age or experience.
His lessons are individually tailored for each student, with the aim of helping singers to achieve their specific personal vocal goals, and to realise the full potential of their voices.
Gareth has also worked as a Musical Director for a wide variety of high-level theatre productions, both in the West End and internationally. He is able to draw on this performance experience and bring a distinct breadth of perspective, authenticity and understanding to his teaching.
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“Loving my lessons with Gareth! I should have found him years ago! He is brilliant at explaining how the voice works, and I’m thrilled to be making good progress after only a couple of lessons.”
Alx Leeks“Gareth is a very accomplished vocal tutor that I would highly recommend! He maintains a fun and informative teaching style that would benefit both amateurs and professionals alike!"
Helen Washington“Gareth has the incredible ability to take many years of complex vocal knowledge and break it down into easy attainable steps, under his careful and accurate guidance. If you’re looking to truly understand your voice, then Gareth is the go-to guy.”
Fraser Leigh Green“Gareth completely changed my outlook on technique and showed me exercises which truly have dramatically improved my vocal ability for the better! I continue to use his techniques and would highly recommend fellow singers to see him!"
Louise Dearman“Gareth has helped me build and shape the voice I use today. He’s a delight to work with and has a wonderful way of explaining things in a relatable manner, getting great results. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Ashleigh Gray“With Gareth’s technique you hear dramatic results vocally very quickly - which is amazing. I look forward to my lessons, and feel positive that I can achieve anything. I find he explains how the voice works really clearly and simply. I would highly recommend Gareth.”
Chloe Taylor“As a Musical Theatre actor, I have worked with some of the finest vocal coaches in the world. Gareth Ellis is amongst the finest. Both stylistically and technically he has been invaluable to my work, my practice and my vocal health.”
Richard Colvin“I’m so happy with the improvements made during my time with Gareth. He is an informative, inspirational and encouraging tutor, creating a safe space for the development of my singing voice.”
Ainjiel Clark“Gareth’s broad range of expertise in vocal technique, style and audition preparation are second to none. His relevant professional experience in the industry means he knows exactly what Casting Directors are looking for, and he will fine tune any audition piece to perfection.”
Gemma Leigh Cocker“Little did I know that my technique was going to be transformed. After just a few lessons with Gareth, already my voice is sounding clearer and I am feeling more confident that when I open my mouth to hit a high note, it is going to come out every time.”
Millie Dunne
Gareth has worked extensively as a Musical Director, conductor and pianist for many theatre productions all over the world.
In London’s West End he has conducted musicals such as Wicked, Chicago and Fame, as well as playing Keyboards on shows including Les Miserables, Evita, Avenue Q and Miss Saigon.
He has been Musical Director for more than 20 productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company across the world, including in London, Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong and New York.
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