An inspiring and exceptional communicator, Cole is highly regarded as one of the new leading lights in choral music education.

  • Peripatetic Teaching

    Experienced at all ages and stages of tuition, Cole is adept at providing teaching to schools and music hubs for choirs, small groups and one-to-one lessons. His holistic teaching style, which incorporates sight singing, music theory and diverse repertoire, has led to student success in ABRSM, Trinity and RSL examinations; university scholarship auditions; and selection for the UK’s elite youth choirs and musical theatre ensembles.

  • Workshop Leader & Animateur

    In demand at organisations nationwide including National Youth Choir, Pimlico Musical Foundation, Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Surrey Music Hub, Cole’s experience as an animateur, presenter and workshop leader has received critical praise. His inspiring and lively approach has led to countless young people developing their passions for the stories surrounding their music.

  • CPD Training & Consultancy

    Cole’s extensive background in education, conducting and presentation has led to invitations to lead on teaching and training for professional musicians in the UK and abroad. Whether it is in developing conducting technique, learning the right way to manage vocal issues in young singers, or providing guidance for the next steps in a choral programme, his experience and supportive manner makes him a much sought-after consultant and coach.

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Workshops and Guest Leadership

As an animateur, Cole takes pride in helping audiences and participants discover more of the stories behind the music and inspiring them to engage with the content. Combining adept and sensitive musicianship with teaching methods from Kodaly and Dalcroze traditions, his unique presentation style encourages all to feel welcome and valued, whether you are singing in a choir, playing in an orchestra, or listening in the audience. His inspiring leadership in education has led to invitations to work with acclaimed arts organisations such as the National Youth Choir, Pimlico Musical Foundation, and Scottish Chamber Orchestra, as well as music hubs and charities across the UK.

Feedback & Testimonials
Absolutely superb! And what do they [the participants] say? ‘We had fun’, ‘We love singing.’ It’s wonderful to see so much energy in one place.
– Mark Nuti, Councillor, Surrey County Council

There are so many positives to list: the repertoire, which was inspirational, fun and engaging; the atmosphere, which was joyful – I was moved to tears by the delight on the children’s faces and the incredible sound they made and the buzz and obvious enjoyment from the audience was amazing . . .you made singing accessible to all.
– Teacher, Surrey Primary School

Thanks Cole for having the vision and ambition to bring all the elements together. They [adult choir and youth choir] are lucky to have your dynamism.
– Parent of participant in Bach St Matthew Passion with Surrey Youth Choir, Surrey Youth Training Choir, Brockham Choral and Covent Garden Sinfonia

He is equally at home rehearsing and energising a choir of several hundred primary school children, as he is eliciting fine performances from professional orchestras, chamber groups and soloists. His passion for his work, musicality and humour combine to make him a musical leader who is a pleasure to work with.

– Nancy Gillio-Terry, formerly Vocal Development Lead, Surrey Arts.

Recent projects have included:

  • pre-concert talks and presentations for choral societies

  • guest workshops with youth choirs, choral societies and community groups

  • ongoing invitations to vocal coach/guest conduct choirs nationwide

  • a specialist workshop series for KS2 aged Young Carers in Surrey

  • outdoor singing workshops with games and exercises

  • a major schools concert series in Surrey attracting 3500 KS2 students annually

  • international choral clinics with schools in the United States

CPD, Training and Consultancy

Cole’s skillset as a leading choir and vocal coach has led to invitations to deliver CPD and training with several organisations, including schools, music hubs, and the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. Whether you prefer to learn through online videos, written materials, or in-person workshops and training, Cole can create a bespoke plan for your personal development needs or those of your teachers. Cole's recent seminars have included teaching part-singing in primary and secondary settings, working with trans and non-binary young singers, working with neurodivergent singers, effective individual practice, adolescent vocal change in boys and girls, repertoire selection, and conducting technique. With his experience in state and private sector education, working for Music Hubs, and guest work in the US educational system, Cole is also uniquely placed to provide guidance and strategic thinking for your organisation and help you strengthen your choral program.