"A good teacher is one who possesses the fundamental skills, knowledge, and abilities in order to access, assess and transform a student's weaknesses into strengths and, thus incite great potential, with confidence and patience." ~ Deelee Dube Professional Vocalist Singing Teacher & Voice Coach MA Voice | BA (Hons) Vocal InsightTM Deelee is a professional vocalist, songwriter, and recent MA graduate in voice studies. She is highly passionate about voice craft, singing technique, vocal pedagogy, music, and well-being. Her developing teaching approach is holistic and centered around the embodied voice combined with music theory and various effective methods as well as her own experiential knowledge as a vocalist and performer. As a voice practitioner and advocate of vocal pedagogy and well-being, Deelee offers masterclasses and workshops around the world at notable institutions. Endorsed by the Prince’s Trust in 2004, Vocal InsightTM is a long-standing practice and prides itself on utilizing a multisensory and mind-body-breath connection and approach to teaching, which aims to tailor each session according to each individual’s level of ability to efficiently inform about the voice. As an experienced and accomplished vocalist, Deelee is able to demonstrate practical voice and singing techniques which are informed through academia that incorporates the Estill method and the Linklater approach. Areas of focus involve releasing blocks of tension (bodywork/limber), breathing technique and breathwork, artistry, craft, and performance technique. Areas of enhancement include vocal pitch and range, vocal delivery, voice craft, articulation, intonation, and vocal projection. Singing Sessions are suitable for aspiring and professional vocalists of all ages, levels, and backgrounds Practical Voice sessions are suitable for experienced actors who would like to focus on practical voice, speech, accents & dialect, and articulation.

Learn how to draw out the best qualities of your voice through good breathing techniques, support, and intonation. Learn how to grasp melody and rhythm using the Vocal Insight Method which encompasses learning about how the voice works, and provides you with the tools to free your natural voice with an embodied and resonant sound. Learn how to overcome vocal tone issues and gain confidence in using your singing voice to perform! As a professional performer and sole trader of private voice practice, Vocal Insight, I have gained a wealth of experience in one-on-one and small-group vocal coaching and live performance. As a voice practitioner and emerging voice pedagogue, I would now like to utilise my skills and experience to benefit the learning process, experience, and development of aspiring voice novices. My practice is based on one-on-one sessions, which incorporate bodywork, breathing exercises, and voice work. The exercises also focus on vocal health and well-being as well as efficient singing techniques which adhere to a holistic teaching approach. The piano is used as an instrumental aid during vocal exercises and to also support and enhance the aural and vocal training experience for the student/client.