Prices and practical info
Everything you need to know before you come.
| Lesson | 1 hour, one-to-one, with piano |
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| Price | €50 per lesson, pay as you go. No packs, no subscription. |
| Optional intro video call | 15 minutes, free and optional, before the first lesson, to get to know each other. |
| Frequency | Up to you. Every other week is recommended. |
| Location | The first lesson takes place in my studio in Ixelles, near ULB and Flagey. Later lessons can also take place in a rehearsal room near VUB. The exact address is given when the first lesson is confirmed. |
| At your home | Possible. Within 3 km of the studio, same price. Beyond that, a €10 travel supplement. |
| Online | Possible on request; it is not the usual format. Write to me to discuss it. |
| Hours | Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm. Closed on Sundays. |
| Payment | After the lesson, by Bancontact. Nothing to pay in advance. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before the lesson. |
| What to bring | Nothing. Maybe a bottle of water. |
| Languages | French and English. |
Frequently asked questions
I've never sung. Is that a problem?
No. Many students start from zero. The first lesson is precisely to see where you are.
I can't improvise. Is that a problem?
No. Improvisation is simpler than it looks: you sing freely over two phrases, I play piano and guide you. It's our starting point to understand your voice as it is.
Can we sing real songs?
Yes. I help you find your range and suggest songs that suit your voice. You can also work on a sound, a register or a style.
What if I sing out of tune or I'm very shy?
Tell me right from the start. We take time to try, to listen and to work on one reference point at a time. In an individual lesson you don't have to sing in front of a group.
Do I need to prepare a song?
No. I suggest two short phrases, or you find your own. If a song matters to you, tell me about it: we can work on it afterwards.
I've had lessons before. Can this approach suit me?
Yes. Bring your experience and what you would like to develop: pitch, mixed voice, register transitions, vocal colours. I adapt the exercises and piano work to your voice.
What should I practise between lessons?
Revisit the phrase, song or exercise we worked on, keeping a single point of attention. Recordings help you recall the examples. At the next lesson we talk about what you tried.
Do you teach teenagers and children?
My students are mostly adults, but I have also worked with teenagers and children. Write to me to discuss it.
Do you work on posture too?
Yes, it matters as much as singing. I suggest cues for the head, arms, pelvis, standing and sitting positions, walking. It is not a medical treatment, but these cues feel good in the body and change the sound.
Which styles do we work on?
Pop, rock and contemporary music. No classical, opera, jazz or musical theatre.
How many lessons do I need?
As many as you want, when you want. Every other week is recommended, with no commitment.
Why a video call before the first lesson?
To get to know each other, explain my approach and check it suits you. This video call is optional. It lasts 15 minutes and is free.
Ready to hear your voice?
A name and an email are enough. I reply to arrange your first lesson (1 hour, €50). An optional 15-minute video call is available for free beforehand.