ZangstudioCobien Nieuwpoort

About ZangstudioCobien Nieuwpoort

Cobien Nieuwpoort is a singing teacher, choir conductor, musician and artistic creator in Groningen. She gives singing lessons to people aged around 12 and over, from beginners to advanced singers.

Singing lessons and coaching

The lessons focus on a clear, free tone and work with body awareness, pronunciation, articulation and phrasing. Attention is also given to interpretation and repertoire from different styles.

• Private singing lessons
• Singing lessons for pairs
• Group singing lessons
• Workshops and choir training

Voice training

The lessons use improvisation to help students get to know and develop their voice. Cobien works with Estill Voice Training System (EVTS), a voice training system with exercises for vocal control and different voice qualities.

• Estill Voice Training System (EVTS)
• Speaking quality
• Falsetto
• Opera quality
• Belting

Repertoire

Students work on repertoire from different styles. They can choose their own repertoire; choir and ensemble repertoire can also be covered.

• Songs, arias and songs from different style periods
• Choir repertoire brought by students

About Cobien

Cobien is a singer and conductor. She was appointed a Ridder in de Orde van Oranje Nassau (Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau) for her services as a conductor for refugee groups and other collectives.

Location

The singing studio is located on Taco Mesdagstraat in the Schildersbuurt neighbourhood of Groningen. The studio is accessible by bicycle and car.

• Taco Mesdagstraat 17, Groningen