Beryl Van Niekerk - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Beryl obtained an HND in Music Production and Performance at Newcastle College and a BA (Hons) in Music at Sunderland. She also has a PGCE in Further Education.

She has completed a number of residential in-house vocal training courses aimed specifically at singing teachers; namely Natural Voice with Frankie Armstrong and Darien Pritchard, AOTOS Voice Training, and Estil. Beryl has also attended several Voice Workshops held by the British Voice Association in London.

She has vast experience working in schools within a wide age-group. This work is ongoing alongside the work carried out with 1-2-1 Vocal Tuition. Beryl has worked as a professional singer abroad and has also enjoyed some songwriting success. She facilitated a children’s album for YMT, a project directed by Dermot Donnelly; brother of the well-known TV celebrity Declan. The singing was performed by Clare Buckby. Beryl has previously worked with Nigel Griersen; performing vocals on his self-penned numbers. Nigel Griersen produced record sleeves and posters for the well-known record label 4AD and has directed music videos for David Sylvian, Robert Plant and Clannad.

Beryl’s work focuses mainly on teaching; however she has recently joined an ensemble, where she will be performing some vocal pieces. If all goes according to plan she should be embarking upon a Masters in Music Degree in September.

 Testimonials

`I contacted Vocaltutor earlier this year when I decided to set up an Elvis Tribute Act – I’m really pleased I did!!! They introduced me to Beryl Elcoate. In the opinion of not only me but also people who knew me before I started working with Beryl, she has done an excellent job. She is very knowledgeable and although there is a format to follow Beryl is very flexible – she takes time to understand my needs. I am now working on a regular basis as an ETA. I would definitely recommend Beryl and Vocaltutor to any budding singing star!!!' Michael

 

"Nicola is doing very well with her lessons and we are very satisfied with her progress. Beryl is a lovely tutor and Nicola seems to be very fond of her as her confidence is building all the time with her. We look forward to her lessons even though we dont endeavour leaving the house on a cold winters night, but it is worth it.We hope that one day she will be good enough to take part in your performances, and have the confidence to sing in front of an audience. Thanks again for your support andwe hope you have a good christmas." Regards Gillian and Nikki

 Session Fee: £30 per hour in her own studio