Don’t just sing.
Make it magnificent.
THE MAGNIFICENT SINGER
Specialist singing programmes for adults.
Central London · Online
We see your magnificence.
Move on from holding back, playing it safe, random projects, singing that's missing a little something and the endless “maybe one day” plans.
It's time to make your singing more intentional, compelling, artful and, well, you.
What needs to change
You’re concerned you’ve left it too late
You’re waiting until you’re "ready"
Deep down you worry other people don't rate what you do
You've still not achieved anything you’re proud of
You used to be in demand — but now no longer get asked
You are no nearer doing the things you really want to do
You can’t get excited by the options in front of you
You love singing, but are completely stuck on what to do next
Your best singing could still lie ahead
Being over 21 has its advantages for singing. Life has taught you a thing or two. So now you have emotional depth, aesthetic discernment and an opinion or seven to show for it.
All these are superb for singing. The danger is failing to make the most of them.
Put to good use, these could mean the difference between perfectly “nice” singing and making an audience want to hear you again.
There's more than one way to be a singer
People have wildly contrasting opinions about what counts as “good”.
To sing magnificently means many things. What makes people love a singer is rarely that straightforward.
One reason you may be feeling disatisfied or unfillfilled
Singing isn’t one size fits all
Getting magnificent
You don’t need to master every aspect of singing. Nobody does. But unless you intend to sing exclusively in the shower for the next ten years, you do need to master something.
The trick is figuring out what your version of magnificent singing actually requires — and get very, very good at that.
Being a singer is more than just the singing
A beautiful voice is a wonderful asset. But it doesn't automatically make you a compelling singer.
People have wildly contrasting opinions about what counts as “good”.
To sing magnificently means many things. And what makes people love a singer is rarely that straightforward.
If you are feeling invisible, under valued or overlooked, chances are your choices around all the decisions needed for singing need another go.
Which could take you to interesting places and people.
Give your singing a more interesting future.
With no set path to follow, it's tempting to blindly copy everyone else. But doing the standard same-old thing tends to produce standard same-old results. Rather than follow the crowd or drift into forgettable projects — design your singing future instead.
magnificent singer map
Map your next move
The magnificent singer map is a 7-point framework that shows you where you are, where you could be and what’s needed to get there.
1. adventurer — trying things out
2. curator — choosing the singing you love
3. mastery — getting good, really good
4. artistry — as only you can
5. headliner — no point hiding away in the attic
6. luminary — other people care about what you do
7. renouveau — avoid becoming a tribute act to your own previous success
Where becoming magnificent could take you
Turn “one day I’d love to…” into a date in the diary, a set of songs ready to perform, people coming to hear you sing — or someone asking where they can hear you next. Songs you’re happy with. Being known as “that singer”. Like-minded collaborators. Invitations you didn’t expect. Experiences you would never otherwise have had. Make something exceptional. Surprise yourself with what you're capable of. Put something good into the world.
“I started out as someone who had a desire to sing but was too painfully nervous to ever perform with confidence as myself in front of a crowd. I couldn’t be further from that now, planning my own Sassy, Swinging Jazz, Cabaret Show. I now not only look forward to performing on stage but also as someone who can turn up with confidence at a last minute gig having never rehearsed with the band!”
Sharon Lenihan, Sassy Jazz
“There are many ways to be a singer. You might as well do it your way.”
— Elizabeth, Founder of The Magnificent Singer
PROGRAMMES
✦ TECHNIQUE
Sound like you, only better. Identikit singing is not the aim. Get the vocal control to bring out more of your voice — so you can confidently sing the songs you love.
✦ STYLE
Make people believe you when you sing. Why blend in? Find the phrasing, sound and presence that make a song feel unmistakably yours.
✦ DIRECTION
A good voice is not a plan. Answer the maddening question: what should I actually do with my singing?
✦ PIANO
Put your singing in the driver’s seat. Move beyond a few random chords and pieces. Perform, write, arrange and direct rehearsals without always needing back-up.
SINGING QUIZ
Less guesswork. More possibility.
Short and snappy, our quiz is easy to take and designed to help you uncover possibilities for your singing you may never have considered. See where you are now and, very importantly, what’s best to do next. It works whether you’re brand new or have been singing for years.
Try it free >
Where next for you?
“I believe that if you’ll just stand up and go, life will open up for you”
—TINA TURNER
You could stay where you are. Or you could get stuck in and see what happens.
We're getting on with it. Join us.
