Fellowship Programme

Nurturing the Next Generation of Music Educators

At Vivo Music Studio, we believe in fostering not only the talent of our students, but also the growth of passionate and capable music educators.

The Vivo Fellowship Programme is a unique initiative offering a select group of emerging vocal teachers the opportunity to teach, train and thrive under the mentorship of Kamilla Dunstan and the Vivo Music Studio Team.

Through this Fellowship, our Fellows receive hands-on experience teaching one-to-one private lessons, supporting Group Workshops and gaining behind-the-scenes insight into studio operations. More than just teachers, our Fellows are developing as confident educators and creative artists with support every step of the way.

As part of the programme Fellows receive:

Real teaching experience in a supportive and professional studio environment
Mentorship in vocal pedagogy, safeguarding, administration and self-employment
Access to extensive resources, including over 300 scores, warmups and teaching materials
Profiles and visibility through Vivo’s official website and marketing platforms
Professional guidance in building a teaching career, including invoicing and admin support

Meet our 2024/25 Fellows- Ellen, Poppy and Jade who bring a diverse range of musical theatre experience, training and creativity to our studio.

Private Lessons Available
Our Fellows offer high-quality vocal lessons to students aged 7 and up. Lessons are available at Vivo Music Studio and can be tailored to suit beginner to intermediate students.

Fellows work closely with Kamilla to ensure each student receives expert guidance in a nurturing learning environment.

Booking will be available online soon via our Booking Calendar or to enquire please contact us by clicking here.

For more about Kamilla Dunstan and her experience, please visit kamilladunstan.com or the Vivo Music Studio homepage.

Poppy Bazlinton

Poppy is a dedicated and versatile performer with a Distinction in her Diploma in Musical Theatre for Actors (LCME). A passionate singer, actor and musician.

She currently teaches the 7-12 years Musical Theatre Class at The Dance Space in Bawtry alongside her private teaching there. Poppy is also a Fellow at Vivo Music Studio, where she continues to grow her skills both as a performer and educator.

She has featured as a vocalist on Secret Hiding Place, a track from Skinny Pelembe’s album Hardly the Same Snake.

Performance highlights include playing Sandy in Grease, singing with the Rainbow Connection Singers at Center Parcs and appearing in multiple school and Vivo concerts

Poppy was selected for the Glyndebourne Youth Academy Programme, a prestigious hybrid programme combining in-person and online training with coaches in voice, movement and language.

Poppy has enjoyed competitive success at major UK festivals including the Mrs Sunderland Festival, David Clover Festival of Singing, Worksop Music & Drama Festival, Robin Hood Music & Drama Festival and the Hull International Choral Competition, with appearances in several winners’ concerts.

Poppy is currently auditioning for top UK performing arts schools as she continues to pursue her professional training.

Ellen Malson

Ellen is a dedicated musical theatre student currently training at CAPA College, where she is studying for an Extended Diploma in Musical Theatre and Performance.

Ellen currently holds a Diploma in Musical Theatre for Singers (LCME) has has gained Distinctions in all her Grades with the same examination board.

She has taken on lead roles in productions including Annie, Six, Alice Through the Looking Glass, We Will Rock You, Seussical the Musical, and Come From Away, gaining valuable experience in a wide range of performance styles and ensemble work.

Ellen has won multiple classes at national level in several prestigious competitions, including the David Clover Festival of Singing, Worksop Music & Drama Festival, Don Valley Music & Drama Festival, and the Mrs Sunderland Festival.

She was recently offered a role in a new production of The Glamification of Loki by Eden Tredwell for British Youth Music Theatre, further expanding her professional experience.

She aims to continue her training at a top conservatoire with the long-term goal of working in professional musical theatre. Ellen brings focus, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of collaboration to every project she is part of and is excited to be joining the Young Artist Scheme for a second year.

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Olivia Cannon

Olivia is a versatile and committed performer and has her Bachelor of Arts ( with Honours) in Musical Theatre at York University.

She has appeared in numerous college productions, including Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Jane Seymour in Six, and ensemble roles in Carrie: The Musical and Medusa.

As part of her final year, she devised and performed a solo repertoire project exploring themes such as lesser-known musicals and ADHD awareness, combining her creative interests with performance work.

Olivia recently played Catherine Eddowes in The Women of Whitechapel, an original student-written musical performed at York Theatre Royal’s Takeover Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Additional performance highlights include dancing at the Royal Albert Hall, appearing in Bobby Dazzlers at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s West End, and performing in numerous showcases at De Burney’s School of Dance, Retford.

She has also taken part in Music and Drama Festivals nationally, earning placements and performing at High Scorers Concerts for ABRSM Exams.

Olivia brings creativity, collaboration, and enthusiasm to every project and looks forward to further developing her skills through the Young Artist Scheme.