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Christina Hoskins

Birmingham

Summary

Experienced Vocal Coach, Session Singer, and Vocal Arranger, successful helping performers of all skill levels advance abilities, gain confidence and take on new amateur and professional challenges. Adept at interpreting songs and teaching singers how to embody music and provoke emotional responses in audience members. Specializing in Gospel, R&B, Jazz and Pop.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Vocal Coach

Brum Vocal Coaching Academy
01.2024 - Current
  • Supported worship leaders and worship team singers to master the skills needed to sing well together.
  • Familiarised singers with the basic concepts of worship singing, and support them with notation, tempo, blend, vocal arrangements, and harmonies.
  • Provided specific feedback to singers, to support their ongoing development.
  • Taught singers of varying skill levels ways to improve overall range.

Session Singer/ Booking Agent

Next Level Creatives
01.2008 - Current
  • Provided a session singer booking agent service to touring bands in need of experiences and well trained singers for there shows.
  • Tribute tours I have supported: Whitney Houston experience band, Typically Tina tour, Faith - George Michael tribute band, Fastlove - George Michael tribute bang, The George Michael story tribute band, Celebrating George Michael tribute band.
  • Directed Praise and Worship Youth Choir at St Johns and St Paul's Church in Birmingham
  • Worship Leader and Vocal Coach - Scheduled musicians and singers, chose setlist weekly, worked closely with Senior Pastor on service flow, rehearsed the team and ensured excellence of worship.
  • Interpreted different music by making use of harmony, rhythm and melody to enhance the worship experience.
  • Trained the team and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto and bass.

Vocal Arranger

Nya King And The Whitney Houston Experience Band
01.2012 - 09.2022
  • Supported singers in learning the backing vocals for the tour performances.
  • Trained and prepared singers, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto and bass.
  • Interpreted different versions of the songs for the tours, and provided new harmonies, rhythm and melody to present for different audiences and venues.
  • Provided background support to led singer for live shows such as Holiday Parks, Festivals, and Theatres.

Tour Manager

Nya King And The Whitney Hosuton Experience Band
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in tour management for a 5 piece tribute tour band.
  • Partnered with marketing team, and drivers to coordinate logistics.
  • Controlled overhead costs and logistical expenses to meet tour budget goals.
  • Coordinated accommodations for crew and tour transportation between destinations.
  • Anticipated problems with meeting tour deadlines and developed alternative plans.
  • Supported team in delivering top-shelf tour entertainment by smoothly handling operational needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry Management And Artist Development

Univeristy Of West London
City Of London, United Kingdom
02.2024

Bachelor of Arts - BA HONs in Enterprise And Entreprenership

Coventry University
West Midlands
07.2020

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Advise And Guidance

Coventry University
West Midlands
07.2015

Level 4 Diploma in CTTLS

Access To Music College
Birmingham, United Kingdom
07.2010

Skills

  • Strong Leader
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Team player 
  • Innovative
  • Training and Development
  • Time Management
  • Administrative Skills
  • Professional Recording Artist

Timeline

Vocal Coach

Brum Vocal Coaching Academy
01.2024 - Current

Tour Manager

Nya King And The Whitney Hosuton Experience Band
01.2021 - 01.2022

Vocal Arranger

Nya King And The Whitney Houston Experience Band
01.2012 - 09.2022

Session Singer/ Booking Agent

Next Level Creatives
01.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry Management And Artist Development

Univeristy Of West London

Bachelor of Arts - BA HONs in Enterprise And Entreprenership

Coventry University

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Advise And Guidance

Coventry University

Level 4 Diploma in CTTLS

Access To Music College
Christina Hoskins