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PGCert in Voice Pedagogy

A milestone worth celebrating

This weekend, something special arrived in the post – my Postgraduate Certificate in Voice Pedagogy from the Voice Study Centre and University of Wales Trinity Saint David. After an intense 2024 filled with studying, performing, teaching, and juggling family life, I’m incredibly proud to have this certificate in my hands.

Jennifer Maslin stands in front of a white wall smiling at the camera and holding up a mug in her left hand. The mug reads "Don't make me use my teacher voice." in capital letters.

Lessons Learned Along the Way

This journey has been a wonderful, deep dive into the world of voice, teaching, and learning. Alongside all the fascinating discoveries, I’ve also had a few revelations about myself:

🎵 Despite my love for tidying and organising, I really dislike transcribing, coding, and analysing data.

🎵 I’m still not entirely sure I can confidently explain the difference between epistemology and ontology – and honestly, I’m completely fine with that!

Beyond these personal insights, I’ve had the privilege of exploring some truly thought-provoking and valuable topics, including:

🎵 Certificate in Singing Teaching, with the brilliant Kerrie Obert

🎵 The importance of protecting teacher wellbeing

🎵 How perfectionism impacts both teachers and students

🎵 Self-regulated learning and how it supports effective music practice

🎵 Conducting my first primary research project, investigating the differences in practice approaches between singers and instrumentalists

Jennifer Maslin stands to the right (stage left) of a Bosendorfer grand piano. She is singing and smiling at her accompanist Ophelia Gordon to the left (stage right). The pair are performing in Finchcocks main hall, which enjoys a beautiful oak floor and a backdrop of two Georgian windows looking out over the private gardens.

My passion

If there’s one thing this experience has reinforced, it’s my love for the human voice. It’s endlessly fascinating and something I’ll never tire of exploring – both in my own singing and in my teaching.

A huge thank you to my tutor, Mel Toy, for her enthusiasm, knowledge, and support throughout this process.

So, with this latest addition, my name now officially reads: Jennifer Maslin BA Hons, DipABRSM, PGCE, PGCert. That’s plenty of letters for now!

Here’s to the next chapter – whatever that may bring…

Jennifer Maslin stands in a garden. She wears her blonde hair down and a black dress with white clover pattern.

My teaching books are fairly full at the moment, however if you are an adult, have weekday availability and are keen to work on any or all of the following, give me an email!

  • Developing your unique sound
  • Improving your vocal technique
  • Working towards a particular short- or longterm goal
  • Exploring singing practice methods
  • Gaining encouragement and confidence in yourself, your voice and performance

I look forward to hearing from you and will do my best to help!

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Stacey Fox
07:15 22 Oct 24
Jennifer played at our wedding and was the perfect addition. She played beautifully! She is so fairly priced and was more than happy to learn new songs. Very professional and friendly throughout the entire process. I definitely recommend and would book her again.
Paul MG
12:06 10 Sep 24
Jenny is the ultimate professional. From our first contact about playing violin at our wedding, Jenny was prompt to respond, friendly and helpful. She provided us with loads of song ideas and even learnt our favourite song to play us out to.We had some delays due to late arrivals and Jenny told us not to worry as she had plenty of music. She played beautifully and just went on and on. Glass got accidentally smashed, she was not phased and did not skip a beat or drop a note. Nothing was too much trouble for her and many guests commented about how special the ceremony was due to the live music.If you are contemplating working with Jenny for an event - do it - you won't regret it and the day will be better for it.
Cornel Perolls
15:09 01 Sep 24
FIVE STAR AND MORE!!I am the General Manager for The Olive Tree Bistro in Otford for Hospices of Hope - we have used Jenny twice now and she is incredible. This lady is so so talented and such a lovely person, She has a great voice and very gifted with the violin! She is so charismatic and she captures the audience with her beautiful talent. I would recommend Jenny 100% for Events, Weddings, Birthdays etc!!!! I will be rebooking again!
Clare Narramore
12:11 09 Jan 24
Jenny played at a 70th birthday celebration in Tunbridge Wells and it was delightful. It set a perfect background atmosphere to the evening.Jenny was easy to communicate with, getting back to me very quickly, and her fees were very reasonable for her time. Thankyou!
Steven Peterson
15:18 25 May 23
Jennifer was a special part of our magical day. She was extremely patient with me changing my mind and switching music choices close to the wedding date and was very helpful and reassuring. Multiple guests told us how they really enjoyed listening to her play the violin with one moved to tears by a particular song played (A Thousand Years). It sounds very magical on the wedding clips and Jenny is just the loveliest person to have at your special day. I highly recommend Jenny for all your music needs.
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09:19 11 May 23
Jennifer enhances our customer's dining experience with her dulcet tones. We are privileged to have her as one of our resident performers in the restaurant; she has a beautiful voice!
Mary Chandler
07:55 31 May 22
Jennifer played the violin and sang at our wedding and was absolutely brilliant. We received so many compliments from our guests on her stunning voice and lovely playing, and to top it off she's a really friendly and accommodating person. Thanks again, Jenny, for making our day extra special x
Susanna Busi Jacobsohn
12:02 22 Aug 21
Jennifer was a perfect choice when we were planning for our event at our Vineyard Busi Jacobsohn. We had a pre-war car party with picnic and Jennifer was singing jazz songs which we all loved, and perfect match to the day. We would not hesitate to engage her again. Susanna Busi Jacobsohn
Vicki Thompson
09:57 02 Jun 21
Jennifer has the most delightful personality and smile. Gracious and most off beautifully talented. Her voice is outstanding and her talent on the violin admirable. Jennifer dated to the personality of our group and dinner party. Mixing some traditional Italian themed violin and adding some jazz style singing. We al danced and sang with her. It made our Birthday dinner party absolutely perfect.
Luisa Santos-Stephens
14:56 20 Nov 19
Jennifer is an incredible singer. We had her with Cafe Society to play at my 40th and it was everything I could dream off- they played beautiful music, and brought a very good vibe to the party. All the guests talked about how great they were, with a repertoire of very nice songs which we loved to listen to, but at the same time allowing us to keep the conversation going. I can’t recommend her enough.
Lisa Purcell
19:34 03 Sep 19
Jenny sang beautifully at our wedding in August 2019! She moved many members of the congregation to tears with her amazing singing. We absolutely loved it and would highly recommend her. Each time we meet up with friends and family that were there, they all comment on how amazing her singing was and how much they enjoyed it! She sang a Maori love song perfectly - commented the relatives from New Zealand! X
Rachel McGuckin
16:06 27 Jun 19
Jenny was the absolute highlight of our wedding ceremony. We picked some tricky songs and she had the whole audience joining in at the chorus. Luckily they didn't join at all points because it gave everyone a chance to hear her beautiful voice as well! I can't recommend highly enough.
Kate McNamara
14:36 12 Jun 19
Jenny was amazing from the moment I enquired about her playing the violin at our wedding ceremony. So quick to respond, helpful, friendly, flexible & professional, and was able to recommend songs and even learnt a new song for the exit music.I was so confident that she had everything under control which was invaluable and it was something on the day that I knew I just didn’t have to worry about.Jenny is so talented and it really added to the ceremony, I am so pleased that I found her! Thank you so so much!
Aimee Curry
13:56 15 Feb 19
We highly recommend Jenny! She played amazing violin music beautifully at our wedding. Jenny was so lovely and was so approachable and helpful to plan our ceremony music which was a highlight of the day and also the drinks reception music.
T Whyte
19:17 30 Jan 19
Jenny sang at our wedding - her music set the tone and made for a truly special experience. She has a beautiful voice, is very easy to work with, and worked seamlessly with our (very exacting) venue to get everything just right. Thank you Jenny!
ZARA JONES
17:39 07 Aug 18
Absolutely beautiful! Jenny played at my wedding ceremony last week and it was stunning! She has a huge variety of songs to choose from and our guests loved them all! She was professional and came early to set up. We could not have wished for more. Added a lovely touch to our day!
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