PROFESSIONAL SINGING LESSONS NEAR WORSLEY
Paul McFadden delivers high-quality vocal coaching in the North West of England from his purpose-built studio in Leigh, 20 minutes from Worsley.
He also teaches in Manchester City Centre from the Bechstein Centre.
He is a highly experienced musician and top-tier teacher who has prepared performers for international tours, stadium gigs, the big screen and the West End over the years.
Paul is an Estill Master Trainer with a BA in Music, an MA in Popular Music and over 20 years of teaching and lecturing experience. He has much intuitive skill, and his ability to work with people on a very human level makes him highly effective.
Paul tailors his approach to you so that each session is specific to your needs. Working in this precise way has an immediate AND long-term impact which helps you understand and control your voice. Paul is well respected in his field and his approachable nature and consistent passion define the way he works.
Paul's services are available to anyone at any level. He runs a well-established private practice and offers training in Rock, Pop, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Opera and the spoken voice.
Understand & Control
Paul is an in-demand teacher who offers an exciting range of high quality services for industry and education.
Shape your style
How do I make my voice sound 'rockier', 'poppier' or ‘more Legit’? How do I add distortion?? Find out how to create or adapt your vocal set-up.
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Paul's unique skill set makes him adept at helping you understand the generic demands of the music before guiding you, in the simplest way possible, towards specific, purposeful control. Most of the time people know the kind of sound they want to make but aren't sure HOW to make it. Paul will show you how!
Touring
Don Broco, Sleep Token, Circawaves and ‘The K’s’ are just some of the major acts who have used Paul’s services to help them manage touring demands.
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Technical Development
What is my voice capable of? How do I get the very best out of it? There will be an impact in session one, and from there, we build the understanding and control.
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Projects can be short, medium or long term but a clear strategy will be obvious throughout. The voice can be such a complex beast but once you understand it and work in a very deliberate way, in a manner which suits you, you can start to make life increasingly simple for yourself.
"Paul tackled the flaws in my vocal technique and also worked with the entire band on musical arrangements and realistic pre-show routines. Whether it’s preparing for a specific show, a long tour, or recovering from a tough stretch of performances. Paul has quickly become one of the most important members of our team. He is our go to guy!"
Understand & Progress
Diagnose & fix YOUR long standing issues
Build YOUR voice from scratch
Rehabilitate YOUR voice
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"The difference in the reliability and consistency of my vocals has been fantastic, fixing some persistent technical issues that previous teachers had missed. I would especially recommend his approach for actors as he helps you uncover maximum freedom of interpretation with solid technique."Lauren, Actor & MT Performer -
"I arrived with the aim of becoming a better teacher, improving my knowledge and physiological understanding. I have found this and more! I’m inspired as a Vocal Artist in my own right. It's always nerve-racking meeting another professional in your area but he really works with you and supports you." Niki - vocal teacher/performer -
UNDERSTAND & ENJOY
Artistic Connectivity
Establishing a connection between you and the material is key. Great singing is all about being vulnerable but not scared - discover strategies which create the magic!
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Live Performance / Studio work
Reliable consistency for live performance/studio recording is about combining technical competence with confidence. Paul will listen, identify, and then solve issues in a practical, precise way.
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Audition Success
Paul has a long track record of helping professionals gain work. He has also helped many young performers secure places at some of Europe's most renowned Music and Drama institutions.
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"I could never have got past my vocal injury without Paul!! His knowledge and understanding of how the voice works is incredible. If something's not quite right or doesn't sound as it should, straight away Paul knows what the problem is and how to overcome it."
Other Services
Holistic Approach
An instrument which lives in a body and is connected to a brain is wildly complex. Understanding and identifying wider issues which affect performance levels is crucial in teaching voice. Paul is adept in this area and also collaborates with a team of trusted specialists who can make a huge impact.
Teaching teachers
It’s a privilege when a teacher or lecturer approaches me to help them further their professional development. Paul has over 20,000 hours of teaching/lecturing experience which, coupled with his deep knowledge and pragmatic approach, make him the perfect practitioner to work with when it comes to supporting and growing your skills.
Consultancy / Media / Agents
Paul has been asked to work on film sets and theatre productions to offer vocal direction. In these moments he is quick to offer simple, practical but effective solutions which unobtrusively enable the smooth running of an intricate process. He is also experienced at delivering presentations and assisting various projects where his knowledge and warm approach enable him to inform, entertain and support those involved.
Paul delivers singing lessons in his studio in Leigh, Wigan. The state of the art, purpose built studio is ideally located for students requiring vocal coaching in the Manchester, Lancashire and Cheshire areas. Paul's studio is easy to get to if you live in Wigan, Westhoughton, Bolton, Atherton, Standish, Golborne, Newton-le-Willows, Lowton, Culcheth, Glazebury, Warrington, Ashton in Makerfield, Astley, Boothstown, Worsley, Salford and surrounding areas. Paul also provides vocal tuition at the Bechstein Centre in Manchester City Centre.
