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About Catherine

Catherine Bilton graduated from Cardiff University in 2018 with first-class honours in her Bachelor of Music degree. She was a first-study soprano, under the tutelage of Helen Field.
She participated in several masterclasses around the UK held by Mary King, Nicky Spence and Dame Felicity Lott.
Since graduating, Catherine has become of member of Pippa Dames-Longworth's Singing Salon Opera Group. Catherine teaches singing and piano and performs regularly around Hampshire, Surrey and Sussex.
Since 2020, Catherine has been taking commissions for paintings in oils and digital prints.

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Performing

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Classically Trained

Catherine started singing at the age of 16 with Melanie Stephenson. Over the years, Catherine has developed a sophisticated and intuitive approach to rehearsing and performing, specialising in operatic arias and art song, as well as employing precise diction to display the colour of both English and European languages. Catherine particularly enjoys singing Mozart, Brahms and Poulenc.

Teaching

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Singing and Piano Lessons

Catherine meets the teaching needs of her students based on their age, voice type, vocal quality and their preferred genres. She believes that a classical background is very beneficial for any well-developed singing voice, although Catherine thoroughly enjoys working with pupils on any repertoire of their choosing, including jazz, musical theatre and pop.

Having attended many singing masterclasses at Cardiff University, BBC Cardiff Singer of the World, AOTOS (Association of Teachers of Singing) and with Mary King, Catherine shows a sensitive insight into the vocal needs of a singer, using various techniques to bring out wonderful qualities in all voices. Catherine enjoys working to develop both the singer's voice and their passion for all kinds of music.

Catherine also teaches piano up to grade 5 standard - idea for anyone looking for an excellent start in their instrumental musicianship.

Lessons are £30 an hour. Half hour lessons at £15 are also available. Catherine teaches from her home in Havant and is also able to teach on Zoom or Skype.

Enhanced DBS and qualification certificates are available on request.

Member of the Musicians' Union.

Artwork

Portraiture and Digital Illustration

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'Ambrose' 36 x 28cm, oil on canvas

'What began as a lockdown hobby has now developed into a much larger project. All of my paintings are done in oils, or mixed media, including charcoal, watercolour and ink.'

Upcoming Engagements

Wednesday 29th June 2022, 12.30pm
St Faith's Church, Havant

'I will be performing a collection of my favourite art songs with my wonderful accompanist Nickie Tabeart. From Schubert to Poulenc, these beautiful songs are not to be missed. Entry is free!'

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For further information on teaching, commissions or any other enquiries:

cath.bilton@googlemail.com

07723994535

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