BIOGRAPHY
Joe studied Music at the University of Birmingham. He completed his Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning for the Creative Industries with BIMM University. Joe is a Fellow of Advance HE. He also has diplomas in Piano Performance and Music Literacy through the Royal Schools of Music and London College of Music. As part of his undergraduate degree he studied piano performance and classical vocal performance. As a vocalist he has performed with the CBSO and John Wilson Orchestra on various projects.  Joe has a portfolio music career, working as a choral conductor, musical director and voice and piano teacher. He performs regularly with his cabaret company at the Phoenix Arts Club on London’s West End. He is musical director & conductor for Unlimited Voices, working on various choral projects across the UK and overseas. He also has links with the RSC, through his work with The Year Out Drama Company in Stratford Upon Avon. 

Joe is currently the Principal Lecturer in Singing at Performers College (BIMM University), heading up the singing department on their BA Musical Theatre programme. He is currently completing an MA in Voice Pedagogy with the University of Essex (Voice Study Centre). As a voice specialist, Joe is passionate about using science based models and current research to develop healthy vocal technique. Joe studied the Estill Model with Anne-Marie Speed at the Royal Academy of Music, where he completed his Estill Level 1 & 2 training. He is a qualified Vocal Health First Aider, and regularly attends CPD courses with Vocal Process and the British Voice Association to inform and develop his practise.

As a pianist, Joe studied classical piano with Di Xiao and David Quigley through Birmingham Conservatoire as part of his undergraduate degree, and has completed a DipABRSM in Piano Performance through the Royal Schools of Music. He has performed in several musical theatre shows, and regularly performs at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham as the In-House Pianist. He the musical Ddrector of Unlimited Voices, a national travel choir that tours several times a year, performing a wide ranging repertoire across a range of venues. He has worked as the keyboardist of Newcastle based covers band, the Scandals performing at a range of large tribute festivals across the UK. As a solo pianist, Joe regularly provides solo piano work for weddings, funerals and corporate events. 

TEACHING
Piano, Voice and Music Theory Lessons, Vocal Coaching and Audition Prep Sessions
I have 10 years of teaching experience, having taught privately in Birmingham and Newcastle. I have 5 years experience working  in schools across the region delivering weekly Piano and Voice lessons through Birmingham Music Service. I studied Music Education as part of my undergraduate degree. I have a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning for the Creative Industries. I work with students of all abilities and levels of experience, from beginner keyboard to diploma level piano. As a vocal coach I currently work with students from beginner to post-Grade 8 level, and regularly teach LAMDA and Trinity Musical Theatre exams. I have worked with West End and Touring musical theatre performers, and can offer audition and showreel preparation sessions. 

I’m really passionate about music education and in creating a path together that motivates and inspires my students to progress. This means finding repertoire and pieces that my students enjoy playing and want to learn, alongside technical work- I currently have students working on a wide range of different things- from John Legend songs to Minecraft theme music.

My vocal teaching covers the mechanics of breathing, posture and classical and CCM techniques, all of which can be studied and applied to different vocal styles. My approach will enable you to increase confidence in your voice as we progress towards achieving your goals. I currently teach students learning a wide range of repertoire including popular song, folk, musical theatre and classical ABRSM Grades. I also teach music theory grades and have experience supporting students with GCSE projects.

LOGISTICS
I teach from my apartment in Edgbaston which is situated just off Hagley Road. There is plenty of free street parking. The number 13 bus from Colmore Row in Birmingham City Centre stops close by. I have international clients in the USA and Canada, and can offer online sessions via Zoom. 
 
PLEASE READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR PRIVATE TEACHING (BELOW) AND THEN USE THE TEACHING ENQUIRY FORM BELOW TO GET IN TOUCH.
 
 PRIVATE TEACHING TESTIMONIALS

Joe was such a great find online, I think the music gods were shining on us! Not only is he a very talented musician and vocal coach, but the sweetest and kindest young man. My son Archie loves his lessons and has come on so much. Joe is a pleasure to have in my home and makes the lessons lots of fun
Sophie Bullivant, Bournville (Birmingham) 

Joe has really helped me to improve my confidence in my ability; auditions are no longer daunting! His lessons are always tailored towards the individual performer and extend across many styles of singing
Beth Caygill, University of Birmingham

Joe is a great music teacher. My goal was to improve in a variety of singing genres and with Joe's help I feel that I have managed to develop my singing abilities skills far more than I ever expected to. Not only is he an approachable and motivating teacher, but he also has an in depth knowledge of technique and musical theory which helped to push my ability to the next level. I am now on the way to completing my Grade 8 singing exam and I feel confident and capable due to Joe's excellent guidance
Amber Broekhuizen, Birmingham

I initially felt shy about being a beginner, but Joe is a fantastic and encouraging teacher. He’s been really adaptable during lockdown and I’ve continued having fun and high quality lessons over video call. I can definitely feel the progress I’ve made.
Celina Fleming, University of Birmingham

Joe gave my daughter piano lessons at the start of lockdown. He was able to teach effectively via video call. He is patient and encouraging. He gave her fun pieces to do within her ability range while still keeping her Grade 2 skills in the hope she’ll be able to sit the exam before the year ends. Thank you very much, Joe.
Aileen Sharp, Birmingham

Teaching Enquiry Form

Joe is an experienced musical director, accompanist and choral conductor. Joe has worked on a wide range of theatrical productions as a musical director, vocal coach and keyboardist. He is the musical director of Unlimited Voices, a national choir that tours several times a year performing in a range of venues across the UK. Below are some samples of Joe's work as a collaborative pianist, taken from a Cabaret project at Pheonix Arts Club on London's West End. He is always interested to hear about new projects and collaboration opportunities so please get in touch using the form below.

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Some Previous Musical Direction Credits Include: 
NEW YORK, NEW YORK: A Cabaret (2021): Phoenix Artist Club, London
BEING ALIVE: A Sondheim Inspired Revue (2021): Year Out Drama Company, Stratford Upon Avon
CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE (2021): The Comeback Company, Stratford Upon Avon
OUT OF DARKNESS INTO LIGHT: A Christmas Celebration (2020): Year Out Drama Company, Stratford Upon Avon
MADE IN DAGENHAM (2019): Queensbridge Musical Theatre Company, Birmingham
THE SOUND OF MUSIC (2019): Starstruck Theatre Company, Wolverhampton
CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE (September 2019): Year Out Drama Company. Musical Director OLIVER! (May 2019): Starstruck Theatre Company. Musical Director.
RENT (February 2019): Guild Musical Theatre Group. Musical Director & Piano.
BUAFTAS [University of Birmingham Awards Ceremonies] (February 2019): Guild Musical Theatre Group. Musical Director.
CHICAGO (September 2018): Second Act Productions. Keyboard 1.
HAIRSPRAY (May 2018): Guild Musical Theatre Group. Musical Director & Keyboard 1.
WEST SIDE STORY (September 2017): Musical Director, Tyne Theatre Productions.
CABARET (May 2017): Guild Musical Theatre Group. Assistant Musical Director & Piano.
SPRING AWAKENING (March 2017): Second Act Theatre. Piano & Harmonium.
NORTHERN SINFONIA MUSICAL THEATRE GALA PRE CONCERT PERFORMANCE (December 2016): Second Act Theatre. Musical Director.
RENT (September 2016): Second Act Theatre. Musical Director.
SWEENEY TODD THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET (March 2016): Tyne Theatre Productions. Assistant Musical Director.
SUNSHINE ON LEITH (November 2015): First Act Theatre. Musical Director.
NCS NEWCASTLE GRADUATION CEREMONY (August 2015): O2 Academy Newcastle. Musical Director & Programme Organiser.
A SUMMER SHOWCASE (June 2015): First Act Theatre. Musical Director.
A CHRISTMAS CABARET (December 2014): First Act Theatre. Musical Director.
A CABARET Review: (November 2015) Sing @ First Act Theatre. Musical Director
THE DREAMING (October 2014): First Act Theatre. Musical Director.
BLITZ! (March 2014): First Act Theatre. Assistant Musical Director
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS (October 2013): First Act Theatre. Director & Musical Director.

Pianist for Events and Weddings

Joe is an experienced pianist, having worked for several years as the resident musician at the Alexandra Theatre Birmingham. He is experienced in providing solo piano sets,  both featured and background for Weddings, Funerals, Corporate Events and Birthdays. As an experienced accompanist, he can also provide accompaniment for hymns where required.


He can provide a bespoke package to meet the needs of the client. Below are some examples taken from a cocktail lounge set created for the Ambassador Lounge at the Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Please use the contact form below to get in touch with enquiries. 

Coronavirus Lockdown Collaboration 1: 
Come To Your Senses (From Jonathon Larson's Tick, Tick... Boom!). Vocalist: Amber Hegarty
CONTACT FORM
Please use the form below to get in touch with any enquiries. Alternatively, Joe can be reached via WhatsApp or iMessage on 07918 470509.