Talena Smith - Whalley Range, Manchester

Talena Smith BA(hons) is a specialist providing vocalists with the techniques required for powerful & extreme vocals. From the genres of Pop & RnB to Rock & Metal, Talena will give you the skills needed to belt like a pop diva or growl like a metal king. Whether you are a beginner looking to train to enter this demanding field or are a professional wanting to improve your technique, Talena can offer tuition to suit your specific needs. Lessons cover vocal, stage and mic techniques as well as vocal stamina for touring and studio work.

 

Talena started singing at a very early age, after also studying the piano. Talena then decided to try the guitar at 13. Talena began writing her own songs and performing all around the South East. After establishing herself as a professional musician and song writer, Talena worked at the Cream Room recording studio where she recorded her first solo EP, before heading off for Manchester.

 

 

After studying Popular music and recording at Salford University (BA hons), Talena has gone on to become a partner in the rock band tuition service at Rock-ed and teach at many institutions across the North West, now lecturing at Salford University.

Talena’s passion is within pop to metals genres, helping vocalists achieve their true potential. She has taught many styles of music and vocal methods giving her the knowledge to fuse ideas from all musical fields together.

 

Talena’s main vocation is being front woman to Manchester’s melodic metal band Gone Til Winter (www.gonetilwinter.o.uk), touring frequently to promote their forthcoming single & album.

 

Students have included:

Aaron Welby (X-Factor 2007),

Marcquelle Ward (Dance-X 2007),

Gaz Burrows (Blueprint To A Downfall),

Rosie Smith (Rosa Damascena/Cradle of Filth),

Mike Pilat (The Ocean)

 

 

 

 

Testimonials

 

 

 

"I knew nothing about singing up until about 6 months ago when singing live started to hurt about 20 minutes into playing so i decided i was in need of vocal coaching. The only name that ever came up in conversation with anybody was Talena Smith and rightly so, since having lessons with her I’ve advanced my technique to the point where I’m not worried about my voice anymore, actually to the point where I’m proud of what comes out of my mouth. She's a cool lady and has the patience to help anybody try and get what they want out of their voice, all power to Talena!" - Matthew Drake (Evile)

 

"Talena is friendly and welcoming which is very important as singing is quite a personal thing really.
With very few lessons and some good advice I was able to keep my voice on top form for the months I've spent on tour over Europe and America. She is excellent with communication too, as when I was out of the country and needed advice from her, she quickly replied with in depth solutions. I recommend her to anyone asking me about vocals and will continue to do so."  - Mike Pilat (The Ocean/Heresy of Thieves)

 

 “An amazing and flawless performer Talena can access every area of the voice. She has lots of little tricks to get you to make the sound you want and anyone struggling to get out of their shell like me will love her to bits because she keeps it fun and challenging, with healthy splashes of madness." -Liz Livsey

 

 "Talena has given me so much confidence as a performer. Her Pro package helped me in so many ways...I would recommend her to everyone!" - Jon Brian

 

 

Teaching Experience 

 

Vocaltutor:

Vocaltutor provide one-to-one singing tuition in a safe and supportive environment to explore and develop your voice, learning projection and microphone technique (if desired) whilst working on a wide variety of repertoire and styles. As part of our singing tuition, we like to encourage pupils to try different genres.

 

University Of Salford Lecturer.

Teaching voice and singing in Groups of up to 20 students and also on a 1-2-1 basis.

 

 

Rock-ed Partner, Vocal Coach/ Singing Teacher & Band Tutor.

Rock-ed aspires to giving musicians a chance to learn how to work and play in the styles within the genre of popular music and guitar based bands.

From 1-2-1 tuition to full band workshops, you will develop your own individual talents and needs for the fast past world of the rock n roll industry.

 

Talena Smith – Vocal Coaching for the Extreme

Creative Director, Vocal Coach/Singing Teacher.

Talena provides vocal tuition specialising within the genres of rock & metal. Talena offers professional packages to help maintain the voice as well as offering coaching to people aspiring to become successful within these genres.

 

 

 

Contact Details:

 

Mobile:                                                               07969 416 269

Address:                                                            2 Hazel Avenue, Whalley Range, M16 8DY

Email:                                                                  talena.vocaltutor@live.co.uk

                                                                                info@talenasmith.co.uk

 

Prices

 

I aim to provide 99% of the resources needed for your vocal sessions including exercises CD’s to take away with you, backing tracks & handout sheets.

 

A deposit is required at the time of booking. Payments can be made by credit/debit card via PayPal, cash or cheque. Please contact me for information.

 

Type of lesson		Session Fee		Block Booking of 4 sessions*
		Solo Session  (1 person)	Duo Session (2 people)	Solo Session	Duo Session
Consultation	45 - 60 mins	£25.00	£35.00	-	-
Private 1-2-1	60 mins	£40.00	£50.00	£140.00	£180.00
Private 1-2-1   “Technique intensive” Or “One song intensive”	30 mins	£20.00	£25.00	£70.00	£90.00
Open 1-2-1	60 – 80 mins	£30.00	£40.00	-	-
Singing Lesson Experience	60 – 80 mins	£10.00 per person	-	-	-
“Pro” Singing Package	2 Hours	£75.00	£90.00	£280.00	£340.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer

Minors:

 

I will not take on clients under the age of 18 without an initial consultation session.  A parent/guardian must be present for all sessions.  Where bookings are made for a minor it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure that the minor attends on time and with an appropriate adult.  Any lateness or missed sessions will be billed as usual to the parent and are subject to the cancellation policy below.

 

 

 

Cancellation procedure:

 

If you wish to cancel or postpone a session, Talena requires 48 hours notice or the full fee will be charged. If you book your session within 48 hours of it taking place there are no cancellations without full payment. 

In the case of illness, Talena requires 24 hours notice to be given.

 

 

 

Privacy policy

 

Your information will only be stored with your permission.  We may use this information to contact you in the future regarding events and promotions. 

 

We will never share your information with any other organisation.

 

 

 

Vocal Health Notice

 

Talena is committed to helping people develop healthy vocal habits, but cannot be held responsible if the information provided is used out of context or abused.  Any training may be damaging if used improperly and/or without complete understanding.  You alone can judge your own level of expertise.  Your body is your best source of feedback.  If you feel scratching or acute pain in or around your larynx please stop what you are doing and only resume practice once you have sought advice.  If you have any doubts about your vocal technique or vocal health, or if your voice feels/sounds different than normal for more than two weeks, please seek professional medical advice. 

 

 

 

Directions

Home studio, 2 Hazel Avenue, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8DY

 

By Car using the M60 motorway: (Post Code: M16 8DY):

 

1.       Follow signs for Altrincham & Sale.

2.       At Junction 7, exit and follow signs to Stretford (towards Manchester).

3.      Keep following towards Stretford until you reach Stretford Shopping Mall (on your left hand side).

4.      At the traffic lights turn right towards Chorlton.

5.      At next lights turn left (Kings Road) and follow for about 5 mins (and over a roundabout).

6.      Once you reach a main set of traffic lights turn right (Seymour Grove).

7.      Follow to next set of lights & turn left onto Upper Chorlton Road. Follow & look out for the second turning on your right (just after some shops) and turn onto College road (if you miss this take the next right onto Wood Road).

8.      Follow & take your second left (Dudley Road) and turn right straight away onto Hazel Avenue.

9.      We’re the first house on your right with the blue porch.

 

 

 

Using Public Transport from Manchester City centre:

(For a better guide from door-to-door use www.gmpte.com)

 

(The bus will take about 15-25 mins depending on traffic & the walk at the other end will take 5-7 mins = 35 mins from Manchester city centre)

 

1.        Get the 86 from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens (running every 10 mins).

2.        Look out for the Whalley Pub on your left.

3.        Next you should see a Tesco express on your right.

4.       You are now on Upper Chorlton Road.

5.        Now, keep an eye out for some flats called “Victorian Apartments” on your left...get off the bus here.

6.       (If you miss this, look out for the T.A. (Territorial Army base) on your left...get off here.)

7.        Walk back in the direction that you came from (the opposite way that the bus was travelling). Turn down Wood Road on your right.

8.       Walk all the way to the bottom.

9.       Turn left, then 1^st left (Dudley Road), then 1^st right (Hazel Avenue).

10.     We’re the first house on your right with the blue porch.

 

 

 

 

 Testimonials

"I knew nothing about singing up until about 6 months ago when singing live started to hurt about 20 minutes into playing so i decided i was in need of vocal coaching. The only name that ever came up in conversation with anybody was Talena Smith and rightly so, since having lessons with her i've advanced my technique to the point where i'm not worried about my voice anymore, actually to the point where i'm proud of what comes out of my mouth. She's a cool lady and has the patience to help anybody try and get what they want out of their voice, all power to Talena!" - Matthew Drake (Evile)

 

"Talena is friendly and welcoming which is very important as singing is quite a personal thing really.
With very few lessons and some good advice I was able to keep my voice on top form for the months I've spent on tour over Europe and America. She is excellent with communication too, as when I was out of the country and needed advice from her, she quickly replied with in depth solutions. I recommend her to anyone asking me about vocals and will continue to do so."  - Mike Pilat (The Ocean/Heresy of Thieves)

 

"An amazing and flawless performer Talena can access every area of the voice. She has lots of little tricks to get you to make the sound you want anda nyone struggling to get out of their shell like me will love her to bits becauseshe keeps it fun and challenging, with healthy splashes of madness." -Liz Livsey

 

"Talena has given me so much confidence as a performer. Her Pro package helped me in so many ways...I would recommender her to everyone!" - Jon Brian

 Session Fee: £25 for 45 min consultation: Full prices in Biog