iMerc logo

profile photo of Melissa ToyMel is a singer, songwriter, and vocal coach specialising in contemporary commercial music. As a vocal coach, in addition to her work with BIMM London, she runs a private practice, lectures for the Voice Study Centre where she specialises in performance anxiety/psychology, and works alongside the multidisciplinary voice rehabilitation team at the Voice Care Centre (London) providing performance rehabilitation sessions to help performers regain confidence and vocal function post-vocal injury. Mel’s qualifications include an undergraduate honours degree in Creative Musicianship (vocals) and an MSc in Psychology. Presently, Mel is undertaking doctoral research with University College London where she is investigating the relationship between music performance anxiety on the well-being of DIY artists. As a performer, Mel has performed as a vocalist and pianist for projects across various genres including musical theatre, jazz, world music, rock, and pop. She is currently developing material for several projects primarily within the alternative pop/rock genre.

special interests

Music performance anxiety, vocal technique, music

thesis title

The relationship between music performance anxiety and well-being in DIY artists.

contact details

  • email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • personal website