Learn how your voice works and develop your artistry
mAYBE YOU’RE TERRIFIED TO MAKE A SOUND. mAYBE YOU’RE eager TO STEP ON STAGE.
EITHER WAY, you know you’re ready for singing lessons in East Sussex.
I can help you connect with your natural vocal power in a way that is rooted in cutting-edge voice science and artistic freedom. Scroll down for singing lessons in Seaford and Eastbourne and online. As well as my free vocal e-book and affordable online course in singing!
Meet Freya Astrella, your local vocal coach
Freya is a bonafide vocal technique expert - and is one of the only teachers in East Sussex to have gained Estill Voice certification (which means she can move all the parts of her vocal tract independently!)
Freya also holds a First Class BA(hons) in Professional Musicianship, VocalTech diploma, and a Master of Music Degree in Vocal Performance.
As a teacher, Freya has taught all ages and abilities at BIMM London, Access To Music, The Academy of Music And Sound, TheatreTrain, Stagecoach Theatre Arts, and The Rock Project.
As a performer, Freya has accumulated hundreds of stage and studio hours. From top-tier functions in iconic London venues to collaborating with charting producers. Freya’s proudest moment was being inducted into the golden pages of the Cirque du Soleil casting database.
Furthermore, Freya was a lead writer for VoiceCouncil.com, which was the biggest online resource for singers. And, she worked in events and music marketing for seven years. She now embarks upon a new career pathway in creative careers outreach, to inspire talented young people to follow their dreams.
e for singers. During this time, she interviewed notable authors, scientists, teachers, and performers, alongside her own thought pieces and book reviews.
In her personal life, Freya has walked the healing path for many years. She deeply understands the power of embracing both the light and the dark in bringing about profound change and wisdom. Not only do these insights inform her own artistry and vocal expression, Freya holds space so her students can courageously and confidently ‘take up sonic space’.
What will you learn in your singing lessons?
Not sure? Get a glimpse on Instagram
WELCOME TO MY SINGING SANCTUARIES IN EAST SUSSEX
I teach singing lessons during evenings and weekends, either at my cosy home in Seaford or in a purpose-built music studio in Eastbourne. Scroll down to see my pricings and to book your free introductory Zoom call.
My home, seaford
Perfect for an informal exploration of your voice in a warm and welcoming setting.
the studio, eastbourne
Perfect if you want to raise the roof and explore mic technique and stage craft.
SINGING LESSONS IN Sussex + ONLINE + VOICE WORKSHOPS ACROSS THE UK book your FREE INTRODUCTORY Zoom chat below
PRIVATE 1 hour LESSON IN PERSON
Seaford: £40 ph / £175 for five
Eastbourne: £50 ph / £215 for five
If you’re curious about your voice or wish to deepen your singing practice, I’m here to help you! I’m based in East Sussex UK and I teach at my home in Seaford and a music studio in Eastbourne. I have availability during evenings and weekends.
PRIVATE 1 hour LESSON VIA Zoom
£30 each / £125 for a block of five
No matter where you are in the world, we can work together online to explore and strengthen your voice. To make the most of your online lesson, please ensure you use a good quality microphone (I use this microphone) and configure your Zoom audio settings correctly (either ‘Live Performance Audio’ or ‘Low Background Noise Suppression’ seem to work fine).
Group workshop
£175 for two hours / £275 for four hours
Plus expenses for travel.
Bond with like-minded souls during a group workshop. I will guide you to connect with your breath and body then tap into empowering primal sounds and improvisation. Together we will raise our endorphins AND the roof! This thoughtfully designed workshop is the perfect addition to any weekend retreat.
View the Voices Rise workshop brochure.
a vocal coach near you that you can trust
“Freya is so incredibly passionate about singing and all things music. She clearly has a gift and so generously shares her infinite font of musical knowledge to those who share an interest. There’s not much, if anything, that she does not know about the mechanics of singing. A master class guaranteed!”
— Louise Channon BCAv, Creative Director + Producer, Brighton Goes Gospel
“As a singer-songwriter, Freya has been instrumental with my vocal strength and even helped develop my promotional skills! She is a great instructor and has helped me overcome barriers to better singing.”
— Sarah, lead singer, torrid; a love affair
“Freya helped me release my voice to feel more confident. The warm-up and practice exercises were so helpful, plus she recommended music and vocalists to listen to. Hearing her sing inspires me! She is a woman who truly understands her craft and knows how to bring out the best in your own individual voice.”
— Katie, Private student, brighton
“Freya ran a workshop at one of my retreats and it was amazing - fun and light but also very powerful. She delivered exactly what we needed, everyone could feel the healing. Freya’s energy is a joy! Her relaxed vibration is awesome. I’ll be working with her much more in the future and I'm excited to see what we can co-create together. She is a joy to work with and her classes are awesome!”
— Gibby, the Soul Sanctuary
“Freya came to run a session for our church singers and was brilliant. She ran a bespoke session which was co-designed with the singers' personal objectives in mind, and she chose activities which allowed everyone to meet their objectives. She responded and adapted the session according to the needs of the group and finished with an informative Q&A session. We were quite a large, diverse group with a wide range of singing styles and experience between us, and Freya's delivery ensured that there was a benefit for all.”
— Beka, Holland Road Baptist Church, Brighton
“I was a confirmed, lifelong, non-singer when I first went to Freya for singing lessons. But even during the first lesson Freya showed me this wasn't the case. And after my second lesson I recorded myself singing and posted it on social media. There's still loads to learn, but I'm in safe hands.”
— BILL, private student, eastbourne
“As a singing teacher myself, having lessons with Freya has been wonderful. Her knowledge of the voice is outstanding and her delivery is very non-judgemental. Freya's lessons are a safe space for you to explore vocal sounds, make mistakes, and try new repertoire.”
— SALLY, PRIVATE STUDENT, Seaford
“Thank you so much for that session, you made it very easy for me to relax and ‘just do it’. I don’t think it’s quite sunk in how much of a momentous moment that was for me lol - defo want to do it again!”
— Megan, private student, eastbourne
“Having a singing lesson with Freya was the best decision I’ve made in a long time. I’m trying to work on my confidence, and this seemed a good place to start. Freya was warm and welcoming and genuinely excited to be teaching. I left walking on air and can’t wait to go again, I’m massively grateful.”
— James, PRIVATE STUDENT, Eastbourne
FAQs
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That’s totally OK! We all start somewhere. And there is absolutely no need for any knowledge or ability before our lessons together. We will work at your pace at all times. I recommend you book a free Zoom consultation to meet one another and chat through your goals.
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I host lessons in Seaford and Eastbourne, East Sussex: Seaford is my cosy home, only a couple minutes walk from the nearest train and bus stops, with plenty of free parking nearby. Eastbourne is the new Sons of a Gun Studio on Saxby Close, near the Sovereign Harbour.
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If we haven’t met, I invite you to book a free introductory Zoom call first. Book your call via Calendly here.
To book your lesson or enquire about a workshop, please get in touch via the contact form at the bottom of this webpage. Please let me know your preferred date and time. And once agreed, I will send you a calendar invite and Paypal instructions.
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If you need to cancel your lesson, please provide 24 hours’ notice for a full refund. If you cancel last minute, I’m afraid you will not be eligible for a refund.
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My unique voice activation workshops are the ideal addition to ‘conscious living’ festivals and wellbeing retreats. If you are interested in booking or attending a workshop, please get in touch via the form below.
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I teach adults and teenagers. And I hold an enhanced DBS certificate.
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I host online lessons on Zoom. Upon booking, you will receive a link via email.
To make the most of your online lesson, please ensure you use a good quality microphone (I use this microphone)
And please configure your Zoom audio settings correctly (either ‘Live Performance Audio’ or ‘Low Background Noise Suppression’ seem to work fine).
I also recommend that you do not use a handheld device, so that you can stand up and I can get a good view of your posture.
You are more than welcome to record our session for future reference. And any exercises I send you during the lesson are yours to keep.
Of course, high-speed internet is a bonus! If we have any technical trouble, on either end, I am more than happy to reschedule our lesson without any extra costs.
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Freya’s memberships
Freya’s training
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Master’s Degree in Vocal Performance (Merit, 2015)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Musicianship (First class, 2013)
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Diploma in Popular Vocals (Distinction, 2007)
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Certificate of Figure Proficiency (2015), plus several day courses in anatomy, acoustics and teaching
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12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching (2024)
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The Complete Guide to Copywriting (2022)
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Data and Web Analytics (2023)
