Calling all Berkshire singers... meet your vocal coach, Jamie Read! You can take singing lessons at the studio in Thatcham or online from the comfort of your own home!

Own Your Voice.

With over 25 years experience coaching professional voices in the music, theatre, film & TV industries, ex-West End performer Jamie Read has an international reputation as a singing teacher and vocal coach. 

Improve vocal technique and performance, and develop effective vocal habits at Jamie's private singing studio in Thatcham, UK. A multiple-award winning singing coach and leading voice expert, Jamie has been the trusted singing teacher of professional musicians and West End stars for many years.

Feel empowered to reach new heights in the music/entertainment industry and transform your voice with Jamie’s expert tuition. Get in touch to find out more!

Transform Your Voice with Expert Coaching

Discover personalised vocal coaching that caters to your unique voice and aspirations, with one-off ad hoc lessons or become a member of the JRVC Studio Community. Learn from an ex-West End professional performer with over two decades of experience. Whether you're pursuing musical theatre, rock, or pop, Jamie will provide the guidance you need to excel. Jamie's ethos is simple - every has the right to sing with their authentic voice and, through creative and playful techniques and tricks, everyone CAN!

 

Need some extra help to practice? Jamie is a brand ambassador for Rayvox voice products which will help you make progress even faster! Visit the shop for more information, and to claim your 10% discount.

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Booking one-off appointments

You can book singing lessons with Jamie for either 45 or 60 minutes, and all appointments are available in-person at the Thatcham Vocal Coaching studio or online via Zoom

 

You can book on a one-off, ad hoc basis or you can join our community as  a JRVC Studio Member! It is recommended to have lessons every two weeks to really feel the progress, and so studio membership saves you both time and money.  You can change or cancel your booking up to 24 hours in advance by simply clicking the link on your confirmation email when you book.

 

If you prefer to book single lessons then no problems, you are still welcome to be part of the studio! Just click the button below to access the diary and booking system online...

 

 

Advanced Singing Courses and Certification

The Jamie Read Vocal Coach Studio gives you the opportunity to elevate your singing career to the highest level, by offering professional Advanced Singing Courses and CPD-Accredited Certification Programmes for teachers.

Find out more about how we can support you career development here...

Hundreds

of Successful Clients

20+ 

Years of Experience

Worldwide

Clients, Online & In Person

JRVC Studio Membership

🎤 Step into the JRVC Studio Membership and let your voice shine!

For £140/month, you’ll get 2 × 60-minute lessons (online or in-person), a performance slot at our Student Showcases, expert vocal tips in the monthly newsletter, and priority access to last-minute lesson times via our members-only WhatsApp group. Join a vibrant, supportive community of singers, stay consistent, and take your vocal journey further than ever — all while having fun and connecting with fellow performers!

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Expert Singing Lessons in Thatcham, UK

Jamie Read has been coaching singers and professional speakers since 2005 in the Thatcham and West Berkshire areas, and is sought-after voice expert working with singers, speakers and vocal health clients. He has coached voices from rock to choral, public speakers to clergy, and everything in between! He has a particular expertise in the Musical Theatre repertoire and techniques.

Jamie is on the leadership team for Berkshire Music Trust, and serves as a voice tutor at the world-famous Italia Conti academy. He was Head of Singing and Artistic Director at READ College for 14 years and is the Leader of Thatcham Musical Theatre Choir.

As a performer, Jamie worked in the West End and across the UK,  Europe and the US over an extensive career. He has appeared on film and television, as well as singing with opera companies and writing two musicals.

Jamie completed his Post Graduate Diploma (also with Distinction) through University of Wales Trinity St David’s in conjunction with Voice Study Centre, researching the latest developments in contemporary voice training. He served as a education board member of the British Voice Association and is a member of the Independent Society of Musicians. Jamie's blog on voice training is a great resource to help singers in between lessons.

Jamie was a vanguard Assessor for the Vocal Health First Aid programme, and has many years experience working in voice rehabilitation for professional singers and speakers who have suffered vocal injuries.

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Proven Techniques

Learn from proven methods that enhance vocal performance and health, as used by stars of the West End musicals and top recording artists. Jamie Read's celebrity client for singing and voice coaching includes household names from TV and Film!

Even better, you can enjoy a 10% discount on the excellent range of singing development products pioneered by our friends at Rayvox, including their legendary SOVT straws. Head to the shop to find out more!

Want to take your practice even further? Check out our advanced singing courses and teacher certification programmes!

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Booking Appointments

Please note that Jamie does not currently offer lessons to children under the age of 15 unless they are involved in professional work.

The best value and most effective way to work with Jamie is through studio membership - you can read more about how it works here

Otherwise, you can book one-off sessions straight into the diary by clicking the button below!

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Contact us

Telephone:

E-mail: jamie@jamie-read.co.uk

Address: Chapel Street Old Bluecoat School, Thatcham, RG18 4QN, West Berkshire, United Kingdom

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