In August 2002, Ann became Associate Teacher of David Jones and teaches the concepts of the Swedish/Italian School of Singing as developed by David Jones in the UK at her London Voice Studio. She mainly works with classical singers, but also jazz/pop singers both professionals and amateurs.

How does a voice lesson work?

  • We start with a series of exercises to warm up the voice to increase awareness of the use of the body as a musical sound-producing instrument.
  • Posture and breathing are addressed.
  • At any time questions you may have about the exercises can be asked.I explain how and why the exercises work for you.
  • Then we continue with repertoire during which we apply the newly acquired vocal sensations.

All this is recorded so you can take the tape or minidisk home to continue your daily practise without losing time in writing the exercises down. Listening back to your lesson also allows you to develop your auditive awareness. This increases your investment in your vocal development.

When sheet music is provided, I accompany on the piano, but you are welcome to bring your own pre-recorded tapes or CD's.

"Ann De Renais has been my voice teacher for three years and during that time, my voice has increased in strength, volume, colour, range and technical security. I have been encouraged to pursue my singing goals by Ann and enjoyed a successful audition for a Welsh National Opera project in 2008."
Dr Pamela Karantonis

Qualifications

I hold a degree in solfege (musicianship), First Prize Piano, Teaching degree (Royal Conservatoire of Music, Brussels, Belgium), the Post-Graduate Diploma of Vocal Training Certificate and the Techniques of Teaching Singing Certificate (Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London)

In addition to this I invest in on-going training with David Jones and several performance coaches in London and Brussels as a means to maintain, deepen and expand my skills both as a teacher and performer.

Location

The Ann De Renais Voice Studio is located in Catford, South East London. The closest train stations are Catford and Catford Bridge.

Instructional CD: A First Lesson with David Jones

This long-awaited double CD deals with the basics: posture and breathing, support and singing with a relaxed larynx. It also includes an easy to follow daily exercise plan. Ann sings the exercises for the female voice on this CD.

David Jones

More info

If you would like to find out more about Maestro David Jones and read articles about the Swedish/Italian School of Singing, please visit www.voiceteacher.com

Brief biography of Alan Lindquest (pdf)
Swedish/Italian School of Singing - lineage (pdf) and Teachers (pdf)