Simon Masterton-Smith AGSM FISM

If I didn’t have Simon ad s teacher I wouldn’t be where I am today!

My singing lessons with Simon have been an absolute pleasure. As a complete beginner, Simon has patiently worked with me to demystify the relationship between the body and the voice and I can already feel the impact of his teaching when singing.
In his lessons, Simon uses a variety of different approaches, exercises and visual aids all of which all work together to help ensure a consistent, clear sense of understanding.
In short, excellent lessons and excellent value. More...

Simon transformed my voice, he taught me everything that i now know and do when I sing. On top of being so wise and full of knowledge, he is really kind, patient and funny and all round great teacher. I can’t thank Simon enough for what he’s taught me, he is someone I think I’ll go back to for lessons for life. More...

Simon is an amazing teacher. I am very grateful I was able to find him. In just a few lessons, I regained my voice where others had failed to help me. I am happy with the results and I would recommend Simon to anyone seeking singing lessons. Very professional and excellent technique. More...

I've been having lessons with Simon for almost 2 months now and I've seen and felt such an improvement in my voice. His lessons are a good combination of hard work and fun. He is very resourceful and encouraging which has helped with my confidence. I definitely recommend lessons with Simon. More...

Just had my second lesson with Simon and I'm so happy I found him. Already I feel like I am benefiting from his vast knowledge and experience. He is extremely welcoming and the way he communicates his approach to the voice is easy to understand. I look forward to growing and progressing with him. More...

I've been singing with Simon for almost two years now & have really enjoyed seeing myself develop with his help & encouragement. My technique has improved massively & I'm so much more confident as a singer & in auditions. I cannot recommend Simon enough. More...

Simon is a great teacher - he is knowledgable, patient, and fun. My partner and I have been taking joint lessons with Simon for a couple of months now and we are already noticing an improvement. Simon caters to our skill level (neither of us had ever had singing lessons before) and to our interests (mainly doing fun duets from musicals). It is also a great way to wind down after a stressful day at work. Thank you Simon for all your help and we both look forward to continuing our lessons! More...

My daughter started her singing lessons with Simon and within a few weeks we saw/heard an enormous improvement. My daughter loves her lessons and is eager to learn more, and she already built up the confidence to sing in front of others. We highly recommend Simon, his knowledge, experience, and teaching is fantastic, he is flexible, very professional, efficient, and guides my daughter towards a goal without pushing her. More...

Simon is a very supportive and experienced teacher. He has excellent knowledge and wisdom in the craft of singing.
I have learned a huge amount from Simon and he has also increased my confidence in my ability to sing.
I would recommend Simon to anyone wishing to have singing lesson, whether they are a complete beginner or incredibly experienced. More...

Simon is an excellent singing teacher!! I feel I have improved so much in a short amount of time and my confidence has grown hugely. The lessons are tailored to exactly what I need and we have worked on how the body should be working to facilitate the voice. Simon is enthusiastic and very passionate about his subject which makes lessons very enjoyable and fun whilst getting lots done! Simon is very flexible with lesson times which is great if you’re very busy! I would definitely recommend Simon! More...

Simon is absolutely amazing! Only 5 lessons in and I have progressed so much in my vocal ability. I am becoming aware of the parts of my body that will facilitate my singing. I have also learned so many vocal warm ups and their purposes for when singing. Each song we have sung, we have explored the deeper meaning behind it to channel the right emotion and do more than just sing but feel and experience it! It’s also like a therapy session which allows me to unwind after a long day at my day job. I would definitely recommend Simon! He is knowledgable is all genres and learns about you as a singer in order to tailor the lessons so that you get the most out of it! More...

Simon has made me fully aware of posture, vocal techniques and singing exercises. After the free taster session I knew I felt very comfortable to be taught by Simon as he really helps my confidence and gives me plenty of singing exercises to take home with me to practice. I already have a much better understanding of the voice and how it should work compared to what I thought I knew prior to lessons.
Would definitely recommend Simon for any level of singer as he has much experience and knowledge to share! More...

A true professional teacher who will make you unlock your hidden voice. With expert advice, improvement to your voice will be a guarantee.

I have worked with Simon for a few months now. He is a consumate professional. Extremely kind and very encouraging. My confidence in my singing abilty has really improved since I started singing lessons with Simon.
I recently took part in a festival and sang two solos. I never thought I would be able to perform an Italian aria but with Simon's encouragement and confidence in my ability, I did and really enjoyed it. I have done various courses in the past with previous tutors but doubted my ability. Thanks to Simon's teaching I now finally believe in my voice and that I can sing. I would highly recommend Simon for singing lessons.


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Simon is always fun and full to the brim of amazing advice
Highly recommend lessons with this man :)

A friend suggested I have singing lessons as I've spent the last 40 years believing I couldn't sing. Within an hour, Simon had given me more faith in my ability to sing than ever before. He made me feel very at ease and counselled me as much regarding my nerves as he did coach me in how to use my body to support my voice. What I've gained from just ten weeks of singing is a gift! I feel like Simon has relieved me of my fears and as a result has enabled me to experience the joy that comes with singing be it in the shower, around the house or with friends on holiday or in the car. I'm delighted with the results. More...

It is a pleasure to have Simon as my tutor. He is good at breaking down the complicated facts of how sounds produce from the body, so I can apply it in singing without too much effort. Lovely and friendly atmosphere for learning. Really grateful to have him as my teacher. More...

Extremely kind hearted and welcoming. He is also very patient as well as good at giving direction, and working towards another's needs. I would highly recommend him to any other singing enthusiasts. More...

excellent teacher for all levels - even for me...!

Over the past 3 years I have made so much progress with Simon as my teacher. He has a wealth of experience from which to draw when helping me work on my technique and repertoire, but also an enthusiasm for discovering new ways of doing things. He is a huge support to me and my singing career, and I appreciate his flexible way of working and clear passion for the voice and teaching. More...

Simon is an incredible teacher of both music and personal development. From a musical point of view he will get the very best out of you by figuring out how you tick and building on that. If you are on a journey of development or exploration he will push and pull you to open up your mind to new genres and repertoire to suit or indeed to challenge. I am still on the journey and look back with pride at how Simon has helped to date, as well as looking forward to the next chapters. More...

Simon is a very pacient teacher who knows how to create a class according to your capacities and your likings. I've been with him for a few weeks and I'm very happy with they way his classes go. He is helping me gain confidence when singing and he is teaching me a lot of songs I like (which motivates me to practice more). I would definitely recommend him to anyone no matter if you want to learn singing professionally or as a hobby! More...

Simon is very experienced and professional. We are enjoying visiting him and working on our singing. He is training my 7 year old daughter and she is getting a lot out of it. I have been enjoying listening to the lessons so much that I have now booked one for myself too! More...

Simon has been a great help to me. He's able to suggest suitable songs that reflect my range and he provides constant and constructive feedback throughout our practice hour. Simon has an excellent knowledge of the vocal arts including Musical Theatre and Opera. Everything you know is at his fingertips. Simon was able to improve my vocal range, breath support and overall technique. When I had to go for audition, Simon prepared a special selection and gave me intensive tuition. I find him to be a great resource and I recommend him to aspiring vocalists. More...

Simon is a very lovely person to work with, I am very nervous when it comes to singing and Simon is aiding me immensely in gaining confidence every lesson! His techniques are challenging, thorough and fun, he is teaching me different ways to breath in order to get a lovely sound. He is very patient and comprehensive and very willing to dedicate himself 100% and more so that I can achieve my goal! Wonderful coach. More...

From the very first lesson with Simon I instinctively knew I'd made the right choice. Simon's lessons are both instructive and fun and his anecdotal tales from his illustrious career are entertaining and inspiring. For anyone looking to start something new like learning to sing and connect with their own voice, Simon is the perfect match. Encouraging, entertaining and professional. The hour flies by and his knowledge and experience show. More...

Having a fantastic time with Simon.
We have focused on technique and my breathing has improved immensely. In under 2 months (8 Lessons) I'm singing confidently and have released my upper register.

We have found Simon a great teacher. He is knowledgeable, fun and very enthusiastic to take my daughter's singing into the directions she wants to go. He also has a good knowledge of anatomy and how that applies to singing. More...

Simon has really helped me regain my vocal range after nearly a decade not singing. He is also helping me develop new parts of my voice and correct old bad habits! He has a wealth of experience that really shows in lessons and is friendly and great to learn from. Definitely recommend. More...

We have only had a taster session with Simon and I knew immediately that he was the right professional to vocally train my daughter. He is simply brilliant, so warm and welcoming and his training skills are awesome. I can't wait to see how he transforms my daughter. More...

I've been taking lessons with Simon to build some confidence in my singing, as I sing as part of a choir. He's been very good at getting me to relax and sing more confidently, learning techniques while working on songs I enjoy. A very good teacher.

Simon makes the lessons enjoyable and is highly experienced. I would definitely recommend him!