What Our Learners Say

"Recommending Base Music, to aid confidence, to overcome fears surrounding ability and to keep on improving my craft is a no brainer.

It has also inspired me to do other creative things, I have looked at learning the piano and learning to DJ, I enjoy expressing myself on paper and have done this quite prolifically of late in varying guises none of this would have materialised if it wasn’t for having singing lessons, it has unleashed the creativity that as laid dormant inside me for many years. 

Thank you Base Music for changing my life."

Sheila..

"Singing through Base Music lessons and events has been extremely enjoyable. Usually the highlight of any given week. It has never been traumatic and always been fun. Singing makes you happy. It also does wonders for confidence when you realise that you are comfortably doing something that previously scared you a lot."

Colin..

"I feel emotionally Base Music School has grounded me in aspects of stress and anxiety. The whole process has reminded me of the possibilities and proved there is no limit to what I can achieve. My journey with Base Music School continues like all good things however, be mindful to thank yourself for taking the first steps... the rest is history."

Natasha..

"I love my weekly hour at Base; I get pushed and stretched in the nicest of ways, learning something new each week and taking home things to practice."

" I feel proud of what I have accomplished so far. Some weeks I have to juggle things around to get to my lesson but I get such a buzz from it that I am always so pleased that I have attended."

"Each session is tailored to you; Ivor has a great way of explaining what he wants you to do and why. He has a lovely approach to getting the best out of people"

Denise ..

"Not quite sure if you can really sing?

Lacking in confidence?

Base Music will get the very best out of you in a friendly welcoming atmosphere.

When you're ready you'll be able to perform your favourite songs in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, with first class musicians and sound system.

Try it. I did, and it's great."

Jim

"Base Music services has helped give me the confidence to return to singing and to improve both technique and performance."

"Lessons are always bespoke, tailored to individual needs. Always positive and encouraging feedback, enabling you to move forward. Helpful advice but always a challenge that is within reach and achievable. Individual achievement is always celebrated and supported."

Caroline..

"Base Music School has helped me to develop and improve my singing by teaching me the techniques I needed to progress in a supportive and fun environment. As a result I have been able to experience the thrill of performing confidently in front of an audience which is more than I ever dreamt would be possible before I started taking lessons!"

"It’s not just for people who already think they can sing, or for those who already have bags of confidence, but for anyone who wants to invest some time in themselves, improving their singing and general well-being in safe and supportive environment. 

Just have a go!!"

"The sessions at Base Music School have helped me to feel a sense of achievement in my singing progress and to develop my ability to control my performance nerves. 

I am now more confident and relaxed socially and feel more comfortable tackling new challenges. I am happier and even walk a little taller than I did before. 

Thank you Base Music School!" 

Laura...

"It has given me a better understanding and awareness of techniques such as breathing, use of diaphragm and how to take care of your voice."

"It has increased my confidence and made me believe in myself and the ability I have. Singing is a great way to express yourself however you are feeling and you always come away from a session feeling positive."

"I would recommend taking lessons if you wish to improve your vocal ability, your confidence within singing and yourself or just because you enjoy singing and music because your guaranteed to enjoy each session."

Natalie..

"Having been privy to Ivor’s teaching skills during the courses I knew I could continue my learning and confidence building and enjoy singing all at the same time. I still continue to today.

Having suffered with major self-confidence issues and anxiety I have found my lessons at Base Music to be an amazing release, Singing is a stress reliever for me.

The Sing It Up family are supportive and an incredible bunch of people too. It is great to share your journey with them and your friends and family. Singing has had a huge impact on my life. Even my little one is benefiting from it!

I would recommend it to anyone and everyone really. Whether you are looking for some new friends, just a bit of fun, to improve your singing or just to try something you never thought you could – I managed to tick all those boxes! 

Wellbeing and fun through music ☺"

Sam..

"Base Music School has taken me from an uncertain, unconfident singer, with no knowledge of how to use a microphone, to being able to stand up in front of an audience and sing live with a live band, fully confident that I can deliver the song to the best of my ability. All while relaxing and enjoying doing so!

My music sessions are an hour of time for me. I leave them feeling uplifted & capable of anything. Without wanting to sound “new age” or wishy-washy, Base Music understands the healing power that music and singing have & this comes through in the sessions. I would also say that my self-confidence, as well as my singing voice, has greatly improved during my time with Base Music. 

I whole-heartedly recommend Base Music School lessons to anyone, irrespective of their current musical skill level. Each session is tailored to what you want to achieve/learn, and Base Music School genuinely want to help you achieve your goals. In addition, the Sing It Up! Sessions have been amazing. Knowing that you can further stretch yourself with singing in front of a live, supportive audience, with a fantastic supporting band is brilliant."

Ann..

"What Base music school has given me is the time and space and encouragement to learn to feel safe enough to be able to sing on my own. This was achieved by Ivor being; calm, consistent and kind.  He is responsive to my needs during the sessions with times of challenge and times of consolidation. However, he does not let you get away with much, he is true to his own beliefs about what you can achieve and what you are capable of. He is creative and will devise ways to get round my technical and confidence difficulties."

"I am looking forward to being able to take this new found confidence and technical skills out of the studio this year and take a leap of faith by singing at “sing it Up” "

"The sessions have had a big impact on my wellbeing. I am achieving things I never knew I had the ability and capacity to do. I feel that I have developed a sense of choice and control over my singing and other areas of my emotional well being. I have choice now when I feel sad, I can sink into it or sing! I choose to sing!

"I would indeed recommend Base Music, without question or reservation. What is provided is greater than the sum of its parts, because of the way the components  combine adds a different quality. Ivor is an exceptional musician, who can teach and has great inter-personal skills.  However add that to his compassion, love of life, people, family and community and you have something unique."

Melanie..

Singing changes lives.  It changed mine and it started in April 2016, the day I (with much trepidation) attended my first singing lesson with Ivor.

I had never had any confidence in my ability to sing, but when it became necessary to use my voice during music lessons with children, I thought I should do something to improve it – and so it started!  The prospect of singing in front of other people was completely terrifying at first, but with Ivor’s gentle encouragement and constructive ideas for improvement, all of that changed.

And with that, life has changed.  Not only have my voice and my confidence improved, life in general has been given a real boost.  The sheer joy of singing, and singing with like-minded people, has affected so much of my life.  I have started a children’s choir and am able to share that joy with them.  Their confidence in performing has improved hugely and some of them have even branched out into others areas of singing as a result.  I have a group of new friends with whom I meet regularly to sing, just because we want to.  The tendrils of these new friendships have reached into other areas and types of music and my social life has improved beyond imagination.  I have got to know more lovely people in the last two years than I probably have in the last twenty.

All thanks to Ivor and Base Music.  If you are pondering – shall I or shan’t I? – just do it.  You won’t regret it.  

Annie..