Singer/Teacher

Robert performed the role of the Prodigal Son

Classical Tenor with a Distinguished European Career

Trained under Joseph Ward at the Royal Northern College of Music, and later with Edward Brooks and Lyndon van der Pump, at the Royal College of Music, Robert launched a distinguished career as a classical tenor, performing across Europe with renowned companies. Highlights include, Borsa, Rigoletto, Northern Ireland Opera, Belfast, Don Ottavio, Don Giovanni, Northern Ireland Opera, Belfast, Male Chorus,The Rape of Lucretia, Kent Opera, Brighton, The Prodigal Son, The Prodigal Son, Voltface Opera, Paris, Toni Reischmann, Elegy for Young Lovers, Voltface Opera, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, Eurimaco, Il ritorno d"Ulisse in partria, Les Arts Florissants, Paris, Acis Acis and Galatea, The Music Room of London, Bordeaux, Men's Chorus in Oedipus Rex, Opera Sicily, Taormina, Sicily.

Performances with leading Ensembles

He has appeared as a soloist with leading ensembles, performing both the oratorio repertoire and orchestral song cycles with groups such as the London Mozart Players and the Covent Garden Chamber Orchestra, as well as giving song recitals with the acclaimed pianist Malcolm Martineau, including the inaugural recital for Arts of the Earth.

Robert performed the role of Borsa in Rigoletto

From Opera to Musical Theatre

His versatility and stage presence soon led him into the world of the musical theatre, where he performed the Musical Theatre repertoire with the London Pops Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall and other prestigious venues across the UK. He also performed throughout the UK and Europe with The Music Room of London, led by Gavin Mole, who was also the Musical Director of Les Miserables in the West End.

Helping Voices Find Their Place

Trained as a classical singer, he spent 20 years performing before discovering a new passion: teaching. Through Estill Voice Training courses, he retrained to teach musical theatre singing, bringing the same dedication to his students that he once brought to the stage. Combining technical know-how with a genuine love for helping singers find their voice, he has spent decades guiding others to develop their own unique sound - proving that the joy of teaching can be just as powerful as performing.

A Life on Stage

His performing career gave him a deep understanding of what it takes to sing and act on stage. That experience now shapes how he teaches and supports his students.

Robert coaching singer Rose Nolan

Teaching and Mentoring

For over 30 years, he has worked with singers of all levels, helping them to grow in confidence, technique, and expression. Many of his students now perform in London's West End and internationally.

Leadership in Education

He has held senior teaching roles including Head of Singing at the Urdang Academy and Elmhurst Ballet School (formerly the College of Ballet and Performing Arts).

University Teaching

He has taught at Royal Holloway University of London, King's College London and the London College of Music, focusing on musical theatre singing, and acting through song.

Acting Through Song

He believes singing is about storytelling as much as technique, helping performers connect with the emotion and character behind every note.