Sara Tompkins Singing Lessons in Amsterdam

Vocal coach Amsterdam

Hi, I'm Sara Tompkins, I'm an experienced and enthusiastic singing teacher, located in Amsterdam. My private singing lessons offer uniquely tailored experiences for beginner & intermediate vocalists and advanced musicians.

Time to Sing!

Are you a complete beginner or already an established singer? Do you have the desire to express yourself through song, but don't know how to use your voice in a healthy manner? Are you already a professional musician, but want to explore a new approach to singing, which focuses on the connection of the voice, mind, body, and spirit? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then keep reading about vocal lessons with me!

Mind and Heart

Along with using both the mind and the heart, in my lessons we will practice different vocal techniques. We will work on posture, breathing, resonance, pitch, volume, range and articulation. Most importantly, we will work on strengthening your authentic voice and bringing a better awareness to your instrument (the body)!

Repertoire

Want to sing pop, jazz, folk, rock, cabaret and more? With me, you may choose songs that you love, and songs that you truly want to sing! Sign up for a trial lesson!

Movement and Dance

Many different parts of the body come together to produce sound as a singer. This means that your voice is not separate from you, it is you! Embrace the body as your instrument through breath exercises, movement and dance, theatre, bodily awareness, and more.

Expression

Tell your story, feel your vulnerability, push your boundaries, and get out of your comfort zone! If you want to express yourself through song writing, theatre, and body language, then join me in my one-on-one singing lessons.

Singing With Microphone

An added bonus of taking lessons with me is that I can teach you microphone techniques. I have been performing on stage for 20 years, and I can help answer any questions you might have about microphone technique and the amplification of the voice.

Write Your Own Lyrics

After years of coaching international artists through my English lyric coaching sessions, I can help coach you in English lyric writing. This means helping you with English grammar, diction, and choosing words to better describe the story in which you want to tell.

Personal Development

Did you know that singing can help you in your everyday life? If you want to build confidence, learn to take space, feel and express emotions in a safe space, step out of your comfort zone, and stand with presence in a room, then my singing lessons can help you achieve this!

A Healthy Voice

Sleep deprivation, stress, sickness, and hormonal changes affect how we produce sound. Not only that, but fluctuations in life affect the health of our vocal box over time. I can teach you how to use your voice in a healthy manner in order to keep your voice happy and healthy for many years to come.

About Me

With a degree from Utrecht's Conservatorium, I had the privilege of receiving vocal lessons from Annemarie Maas and artistic development guidance from Erik Rutjes. My innate ability to captivate listeners through heartfelt storytelling has granted me opportunities to perform at venues alongside renowned musicians like Melqui at Paradiso, perform in musicals like 'The Universal Empire' by Mikolaj Sobczak, and grace the stage at the Nationale Opera en Ballet in 'Verbena'. Additionally, I have used my conservatory training in voice acting for innovative companies such as Zerophobia (VU University) and Insights Global.

Beyond my performances, I have successfully organised numerous music events. These include the week long Doek Festival #20 in 2023 with two nights at Bimhuis and The Green Room Sessions 2024, a summer concert series at Stiching Vrijalnd on Strand IJburg, supported by the Gemeente Oost, amongst many others.As a teacher, I have been praised by my students for my attentive nature. I place great importance on understanding their unique voices and individual needs, and I am dedicated to identifying and addressing any obstacles that may impede their fullest vocal potential. In my lessons, I cultivate a productive, professional, and focused environment, while also providing the nurturing, warmth, and security necessary for each student to unleash their true voice.