Hi, I’m Didem—a professional singer, vocal coach, and music educator with over 20 years of experience. Whether you’re an aspiring performer, a passionate music lover, or someone looking to develop your skills, I’m here to guide you on your musical journey.
I specialize in singing lessons and vocal coaching, helping students develop vocal technique, confidence, and artistry. I also offer piano lessons and general music training with a strong focus on ear training, music theory, musicality, and technique.
Over the years, I’ve successfully prepared students for auditions for Istanbul University Musical Theatre program, professional roles, recordings and conservatory entrance exams.
With extensive training in Estill Voice Training (EFP Certified) under the mentorship of Anne-Marie Speed, I bring evidence-based, efficient, and healthy voice training to my students.
I primarily work with adults and young adults, but I also teach children who are motivated and eager to learn. My students range from beginners to advanced performers, including professional singers and actors preparing for auditions.
My singing lessons are tailored to each student’s needs. Whether you want to improve your technique, expand your vocal range, or prepare for an audition, we can focus on:
I teach a variety of styles, including musical theatre, jazz, pop, soul, and contemporary music. My approach is designed to help you sing in a healthy, sustainable way while maintaining your unique artistic expression.
Yes! I have years of experience preparing students for musical theatre auditions, conservatory entrance exams, and professional performance opportunities. My coaching includes repertoire selection, technique refinement, and performance coaching to help you shine in your auditions.
With my background as a music director and choreographer for theatre productions, I also help students refine their stage presence, movement, and storytelling through song.
Yes! While my primary focus is vocal coaching, I also offer piano lessons, solfège, and general music training. My piano students learn:
My approach is rooted in “Full Body Perception”, a method I developed that incorporates movement, coordination, reaction, and memory exercises. This method was influenced by my training in Rhythmic Education BMus (hons), which emphasizes learning music through physical experience before defining it theoretically. By integrating these principles, I help students engage with music on a deeper level, making learning more effective and enjoyable.
I teach from my home studio in London and also offer online lessons for students worldwide.
Yes! I have an up-to-date DBS check for working with students of all ages.
You can start your journey today by booking a lesson with me:
Let’s work together to develop your musical skills and achieve your goals!
If you’d like to explore my broader creative and teaching projects, check out my list of related work:
"I started taking lessons from Didem about 6 months ago and I can clearly feel that not only has my breathing improved, but my vocal range has also increased, along with my confidence. I am very grateful for the help Didem has given me in improving my technique and I look forward to continuing to work with her."Michelle Herbert, Editor
"I really look forward to my lessons with Didem every week! I’ve been taught by her for the past 6 months and she’s really helped me build confidence and progress technically. What I particularly like about Didem’s lessons is that she takes care to pick up on all the details, as well as giving advice on helpful vocal exercises I can do both during and outside of singing so I can continue to build my voice! I’ve enjoyed every moment and look forward to continue my lessons with her!"Ayako Henson, Architect
"It's hard to express in words how happy and grateful I am to have Didem as my first piano teacher. I'm 54 years old and have never played Piano in my life. Being this age makes learning a bit difficult and very much SLOWER! than my younger days. However Didem has shown me that I can do it! She is very respectful, patient and encouraging, all the while pushing to get the very best out of me. I couldn't have hoped for a better teacher for my first ever piano lesson. She always welcomes me with a smile and every week I look forward to my lessons."Colin Igbokwe, IT Manager for NHS
"I started taking weekly singing lessons with Didem nearly 2 years ago, and still going strong. I had taken singing lessons for a number of years prior, so I wasn’t a complete beginner when I started with her. However, I was still lacking confidence when performing, as well as needing help to improve my technique, especially in a new genre of music I was trying out. Didem has been a wonderful coach and I’m feeling much more confident as a singer now than when I started with her. She provides a good balance between technique work and practicing songs, giving good inputs on performance aspects. She has further adapted exercises to focus on areas that I need to work on. Didem is very personable and friendly, but also strict enough during lessons to encourage improvement."Eugene Van Der Westhuizen, Financial Risk Analyser
"Didem was incredibly helpful. I needed a pianist to accompany my two kids for their grade 1 and 4 trumpet exams. She was flexible, but also provided good suggestions to the kids when rehearsing. I have been supported by other professional musicians in the past, but Didem's support is definitely above the average. She does not rush but offers the best possible service. And the kids loved her! Didem accompanied my kids for their grade 2, 3 and grade 5 exams as well. I will certainly contact her again!!!"Alessandra Francechetti
"Didem is an amazing teacher who is challenging, patient, and supportive. Each class is really rewarding and is one of the highlights of my week. The classes are challenging and cover a range of exercises to improve technique and mechanics but remain fun and light-hearted… Honestly, Didem has such a beautiful voice, I would happily take the courses for the opportunity to sing with her.Ryan Milton