I'm Matt, singing teacher, vocal performance coach and Estill Master Trainer, with extensive knowledge in several highly recognised voice development methods. I train and develop artists to be performance ready for recordings, tours and any kind of performance. My goal is to develop singers and enhance their vocal personality and touch.
I work together with artists to create a personal voice "toolbox" that teaches them techniques, supports their vocal freedom and guides them as they achieve their individual targeted goals.
Control of the sub-glottal and supra-glottal air pressure — the foundation that supports every technique in the toolbox.
Vocal health is often overlooked but can be easily implemented with the right knowledge about your particular voice, how best to hydrate your vocal folds, and adopting a good warm-up routine that is tailored to you.
I employ SOVT exercises in my coaching, which go far beyond voice development by assisting with defining the best and healthiest movements for my clients when performing and singing. This results in the release of tension on the vocal folds and develops stamina.
Singers are performers whose instrument resides within their body. I take into consideration the psychological and emotional characteristics of singing when developing a voice. My goal is to prepare artists to approach live performance with the correct mindset, working in conjunction with technique and body language so that their vocal performance is fully optimised.
I like to incorporate Alexander Technique exercises in my mentoring — by working on body awareness we ultimately develop vocal performance. And every voice is unique: my aspiration is to support singers in finding their voice while retaining the individualism and distinctive essence of their artistry.
I am a French-American voice teacher based in London, UK. I started my career as a singer, guitarist and writer before forming the alternative rock band Reckless Jacks. Over a span of a decade, we worked with accomplished producers like Jim Lowe (Stereophonics), Julian Kindred (Ellie Goulding) and Bob Matthews (Alpines), had TV appearances, and performed over 80 shows in the UK and across Europe. I recognise the effort and obstacles faced when attempting to connect with our voices.
As a voice teacher and vocal coach, I strive to keep myself up to date with new studies and research. I participated in a group research project with the Department of Speech, Voice & Swallowing at Wythenshawe Hospital in Manchester, and organised a seminar for voice teachers with SOVT specialist Marci Rosenberg. As a teenager I competed in sports like tennis — it taught me the importance of having the proper mindset when performing, and I make this the centre of my sessions.
Vocal training with Matt has been both fun and rewarding! Matt's understanding of the voice has massively helped me improve. His hands-on approach to teaching and knowledge of technique has allowed me to move forward and gain confidence in my vocals. Also there's never a dull moment with Matt!
For a long time I never thought I needed singing lessons because I was afraid it could change my approach, my creativity and my process — but Mathieu actually changed my vision! He upgraded my skills in a minute and helped me to be so much more comfortable and confident with my voice.
Sessions in London & online. Send a message with the form, or email directly:
Labels, managers and industry professionals — artist development, tour prep, bookings.
joe@3bpmmanagement.comSinging lessons and one-to-one vocal coaching — all levels welcome.
mathieu.bertin@icloud.com