SINGER
Laura Long is a jazz/soul/blues vocalist who sings with some of London's most respected instrumentalists. Her wide repertoire includes well known standards, off-the-beaten track jazz gems, sultry blues, swing and soulful interpretations of crossover songs. 'A singer from the soul, combining vintage 40'S glamour with bohemian chic', Laura sings with a full band, as well as in a quartet, trio or duo, and is available for private events, weddings and parties.
'Your songs and performance was absolutely beautiful and very moving, I felt the hairs standing up on my neck'. Mike Branson
Laura holds weekly residencies in two London venues, and runs live jazz nights across town, where she hosts evenings with other singers and instrumentalists that frequent Ronnie Scott's, The 606, The Spice of Life and The Vortex.
TEACHER
As a qualified Speech Level Singing instructor, Laura Long teaches singing to professional vocalists and beginners, a method which develops and understands the natural sound of each persons voice - and uses exercises that work towards a seamless movement across the range, without glitches. Exercises are used in conjunction with original and/or cover material, in all genres of music.
'Laura Long is an inspirational teacher. She uses your own natural ability without being too technical. I have found her extremely helpful and great for confidence building'. Tracy-Ann Oberman, Actress
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