singer.educator.creator
Let your voice be heard:
I empower individuals and organisations to unlock authentic self-expression through classical song, voice work, and the performing arts.
About
Kayla Collingwood is a New Zealand contralto and voice educator, based in France.
On stage, she interprets classical vocal repertoire with her rich contralto voice and distinctive artistic presence - in recital, oratorio, opera, and events. As a teacher, she guides students and organisations back to a deep, confident relationship with their voice, through work rooted in vocal anatomy and a trauma-informed approach.
One thread runs through everything she does:
Helping people overcome what holds them back from full expression, and letting their voice resound as it deserves.
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Testimonials
SINGING
“...Collingwood comes closest to nailing the Broadway pizzazz in her big aria, cataloguing the horrors of Z-grade movies with flurries of coloratura and spurts of rumba frenzy.”
- William Dart, NZ Herald
CREATION/DESIGN
"Incredibly helpful! Kayla helped me to find my own brand identity and voice. The Branding Kit is very clear and easy to follow. It's great value, the resources are a very helpful starting point for anyone wanting to simplify and personalise their own online brand and image. Very friendly, understanding and helpful - would definitely recommend!"
- Arthur Adams-Close, opera singer
DIY Freelancer Branding Kit client
TEACHING
“I started taking singing lessons with Kayla because I've always just wanted to sound half decent while singing. I was so bad and unconfident. With her training and exercises I've been able to hear myself properly sing for the first time in my life. Not just hear it but feel it as well. So patient and she adapts to your learning style. Highly recommend!”
- SUZ MORDSITH, STUDENT
CREATION/DESIGN
“I loved Kayla's unique sense of creativity which came through the content she created. Clear and efficient communication every step of the way to ensure we were on the same page with the final product.”
- PRIVATE CLIENT, UGC CONTENT CREATION
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