Who we Are
WHO WE ARE
About
Vocal
Manoeuvres
Academy
Founded by Alison Rogers, the Vocal Manoeuvres Academy was created to give you, as lovers of all types of singing, access to outstanding vocal training and choral ensemble experiences led by skilled industry experts.
Extending her personal mission to elicit the authentic voice within each and every person she comes into contact with, Alison has designed the programs in the Vocal Manoeuvres Academy to harness the vital resource of your authentic voice and exquisitely harmonise it within this symphony of humanity.
Whether performing covers at the local pub’s open mic night or symphonic repertoire in the world’s finest concert houses, you will feel instantly connected with your audience because of how you relate with your authentic voice, the voice that only you have and the world deserves to hear.
The Vocal Manoeuvres Academy has become the ‘go to’ academy for people just like you who see singing as an authentic expression of who they truly are, as an opportunity to find a significant level of meaningfulness and connection for themselves, for the people they sing with and perform for and as a source of positive inspiration and impact to the world in which we live.
Our Vision
To teach the world in sing, in perfect harmony.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower your voice through our vocal coaching and choral ensemble programs so your unique melody will be heard and harmonised in this symphony of humanity.
Our Values
Our values reflect our vision and mission. They reflect who we are and what we stand for as a company and as individuals.
The Team
The Vocal Manoeuvres Academy teaching staff is a team of voice coaching, choral conducting, education and performance experts who excel at coaching solo vocalists and directing dynamic choral ensembles.
Leading this team and ensuring they maintain their peak state is the artistic director, internationally renowned chorusmaster and vocal coach, Alison Rogers. Alison inspires commitment in the company from the artistic, operational and administrative teams to develop their respective elements of the business to an outstanding level.
Alison Rogers
Director, Chorusmaster and Vocal Coach. Alison is the founder and Director of The Manoeuvres Group Pty Ltd which houses the Vocal Manoeuvres Academy Pty Ltd and the sibling company Event Manoeuvres Pty Ltd.
Alison’s skills as a dedicated and energetic chorusmaster coupled with her creative and entrepreneurial spirit have seen her pioneer many innovative choral programs throughout Queensland, Australia and in the international arena. Choral programs Alison has designed include the indigenous ensemble The Ailan Kores Choir in the Torres Strait Islands, the Young Conservatorium Choral Program at the Queensland Conservatorium and the QPAC Choir based at the Queensland Performing Arts Complex.
Alison has co-ordinated and trained backing vocalists for artists such as Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Mirusia, Nick Cave and Neil and Tim Finn and enjoys co-producing the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols at the Brisbane Riverstage which is televised nationally on Channel 9, Redland City Christmas Carols at Sirromet and Education Queensland’s Creative Generation State Schools Onstage which is televised nationally on Network 10.
Alison has served as Assistant to the Head of Music at Opera Queensland and has been engaged as chorusmaster for the Australian performances of Beethoven’s Symphony Number 9 with Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, Havergal Brian’s Symphony Number 1 (The Gothic), Mahler Symphony Number 2, 8 and Britten’s War Requiem.
Alison travels regularly to Singapore where she has prepared the chorus for Holst The Plants, the Mahler symphonies and, most recently, Beethoven Symphony Number 9 and Esenvalds Lakes Awake at Dawn for performances in the Esplanade Concert Hall.
To work in an industry about which she is passionate is considered one of the great privileges in Alison’s life.
Alison is an avid pilates and yoga devotee and is often seen rolling out her yoga mat and engaging in a state of pranayama during which all staff approach with care and speak only in sanskrit.
Peter Krenske
Technical Producer and Repetiteur: Peter holds the position of full-time repetiteur within the company, collaborating with all ensembles and students in the private tuition program. He is the preferred keyboardist for high-profile visiting artists and events contracted by the company. A graduate with honours from the Conservatoire de Paris, Peter specialised in organ performance. In addition to his musical pursuits, Peter is also an accomplished sound engineer with a portfolio that spans internationally, including recent projects in Luxembourg. To complement his artistic interests, Peter finds enjoyment in restoring and racing vintage motorcycles, as well as savoring aged merlot. It is worth mentioning that these activities are not pursued simultaneously.
Aarya Dath
Skills Coach and Ensemble Mentor. Aarya is currently pursuing a dual degree in Mathematics and Music at the University of Queensland. His music specialisation includes voice and composition, and he is in his third year of studies. Aarya has been a student at the Vocal Manoeuvres Academy for many years, participating in both the Private Tuition Program and the Ensemble Program. Known for his engaging and modern teaching techniques, Aarya is highly sought after as an instructor and is a popular coach and mentor. In addition to his musical talents, he is a dedicated martial artist holding a black belt. Aarya frequently guides the Academy staff on effective self-defense and fitness strategies derived from martial arts.
Contact Details
info@vmacademy.net.au
Call Us
0483 949 110
Headquarters
Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall & Studio 68 Hawthorne Street Woolloongabba Qld 4102 Australia
POSTAL
PO Box 13586 George Street Brisbane Qld 4003 Australia
The values we live by
Value
We value ourselves, our voice, our people and honour our diversity and encourage our development.
Openness
We communicate fully and openly, encouraging and valuing differences and sharing knowledge.
Connection
We sing together, we connect across boundaries and nurture our relationships.
Accountability
We are personally accountable to sing it, own it, solve it and do it.
Leadership
We have the courage to do what is right, to take risks, to add value and lead by example.
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We look forward to meeting you and hearing your beautiful voice.
We lead you to discover and develop your voice through our singing lessons and vocal coaching programs. Or, harmonise your unique voice within one of our many choir ensembles ranging from small group, contemporary a capella ensembles to large, symphonic choruses. Singers of all ages and skill sets welcome to apply for singing lessons, vocal coaching or our choir ensemble program.