Voice, Expression & Vocal Development
Voice Lessons with João Charepe
Develop a freer, more expressive and conscious voice through personalised work that integrates vocal technique, the body, musicality and expression.
Singing Lessons
Voice, Technique, Expression
Roy Hart Voice Center
Voice, Body, Expression
Public Speaking & Voice Training
Voice, Presence, Expression
Vocal Rehabilitation
Voice, Body, Function
Singing Lessons
Develop your voice, technique and expression
Singing lessons are a space for learning and discovery, where vocal technique is connected to body awareness, musicality and individual expression.
With more than 25 years of experience in vocal teaching and coaching, I work with each person individually, taking into account their voice, experience and personal goals.
The work may include:
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developing vocal technique and breathing
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pitch, vocal support and coordination
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vocal range and flexibility
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reducing unnecessary tension and developing greater vocal freedom
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resonance and vocal projection
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interpretation and expressiveness
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musicality and rhythm
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repertoire preparation
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confidence and presence when singing
My approach to vocal technique draws on more than 25 years of experience, including the work of the Roy Hart Voice Center and the study of the Jo Estill method, alongside other approaches to vocal training.
Rather than searching for an “ideal voice”, the aim is to help each person understand, develop and discover their own voice.
Who are the lessons for?
The lessons are suitable for beginners who want to discover their voice, experienced singers who want to deepen their work, or anyone who wants to prepare a song, develop their repertoire or gain greater freedom and confidence when singing.
I work with a variety of styles and repertoires, adapting the approach to each person's needs and interests, including Pop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, Blues, Fado, Contemporary Music, Musical Theatre and Classical Singing.
Lessons are available in person or online, as individual sessions, according to each person's goals and availability.
Book a first session and discover new possibilities for your voice.
Roy Hart Voice Center
Voice, Body & Expression
Roy Hart work is an approach to the voice that goes beyond vocal technique, exploring the relationship between voice, body, imagination, emotion and presence.
In this work, the voice becomes an instrument for expression and discovery. Through the exploration of different vocal qualities, movement, breath, improvisation and musicality, we expand the possibilities of the voice and develop a freer and more conscious relationship with the body and with expression.
The work may include:
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exploring the different possibilities of the voice
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voice and movement
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breath and body awareness
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vocal improvisation
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developing presence and expressiveness
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exploring sounds, textures and vocal registers
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musicality and rhythm
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text and spoken word
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the relationship between voice, imagination and emotion
No previous experience is required. The work is adapted to each individual and can be relevant to singers, actors and performers, as well as to anyone interested in exploring their voice and capacity for expression.
As a Roy Hart Voice Center Teacher, I integrate this approach into my vocal practice, together with more than 25 years of experience working with the voice.
A freer voice. A fuller presence.
The aim is not to search for an “ideal voice”, but to create the conditions for each person to discover, develop and express the uniqueness of their own voice.
Roy Hart - "The Human Voice" - Group lessons
Every month from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: CDO (Oeiras Dance Center) in Algés.
Address: CDO - R. João Chagas 3A, 1495-110 Algés
Led by João Charepe, Roy Hart Voice Center Teacher.
Level: Open
Price: 20€ per session
The situations of financial difficulty are analyzed on a case-by-case basis.
Focus: Movement and Voice, Creation, Human Voice, Improvisation, Music and Composition, Laboratorio Performance , Music and Interpretation, Theater and Texts, Vocal Exploration.
Description:
Open to all, focusing on the core elements of Alfred Wolfshon's and Roy Hart Theater's voice work:
· Development of vocal potential.
· Theatrical and musical improvisations.
· Individual and small group work.
· Breathing and physical exercise to prepare the body to sing.
· The art of listening to others and yourself.
· Find dynamic sound sources
You do not need to know how to sing or have theatrical experience. The work is adapted to each participant, and each session can be experienced as an opportunity for investigation, discovery and creation.
Upcoming Dates:
2026
15 September
13 October
10 November
8 December
2027
12 January
9 February
9 March
13 April
11 May
8 June
13 July
Public Speaking & Voice Training
Voice, Presence & Expression
The voice is a fundamental tool for communication. In public speaking, we work not only on what we say, but on how the voice, body and presence communicate.
The work is personalised and focuses on developing a clearer, more confident and expressive voice, helping each person communicate with greater freedom, confidence and impact.
The work may include:
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vocal projection and placement
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breathing and vocal support
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articulation and diction
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rhythm, pace and intonation
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clarity and expressiveness
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body presence
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confidence when speaking in public
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the relationship between voice, body and communication
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preparing presentations, speeches and talks
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developing an authentic presence
It is suitable for professionals, teachers, trainers, managers, therapists, actors, speakers, and anyone who wants to develop their ability to communicate through their voice.
The approach combines vocal technique, body awareness and expressive tools, allowing us to explore not only how to speak more effectively, but also how to be present and communicate in a more authentic way.
A Clearer Voice. A More Confident Presence.
The aim is to help each person find a way of communicating that is freer, more expressive and true to their own voice.
Vocal Rehabilitation
Recover, reorganise and develop your voice
The voice can be affected by different factors, including vocal disorders, overuse, inefficient vocal use, surgery or prolonged periods of vocal strain.
The vocal rehabilitation work I offer is always undertaken following medical assessment and diagnosis, and in accordance with the recommendations of the healthcare professional responsible for the case.
During eight years of work at the Voice Centre of Hospital CUF Infante Santo in Lisbon, I worked with people with different vocal conditions and needs, developing specific experience in the recovery and reorganisation of vocal function.
The work may include:
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breathing awareness and coordination
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reducing unnecessary tension
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body awareness and the relationship between body and voice
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developing vocal coordination and efficiency
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exploring resonance
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progressively recovering vocal range and flexibility
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preventing patterns of strain and vocal overload
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rebuilding confidence in the use of the voice
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preparing to return to singing or professional voice use
The aim is not simply to recover the ability to produce sound, but to help each person better understand how their voice functions and discover more efficient, conscious and sustainable ways of using it.
Who is it for?
This work may be appropriate for people recovering from a vocal disorder or medical intervention, as well as singers and professional voice users who require support during their recovery.
Vocal rehabilitation does not replace medical or therapeutic care. The work is developed based on the diagnosis and recommendations of the healthcare professional responsible for the case.
A recovering voice can also discover new possibilities.
Not sure which type of work is right for you?
Tell me briefly what you are looking for, and we can find the best way to begin.
