Andrew Gavin
Tenor

BIOGRAPHY

Andrew completed his Masters in Music Performance at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in 2016, achieving First Class Honours under the tuition of Mary Brennan. He is also graduate of the National University of Ireland, Maynooth, where he attained First Class Honours in English Literature. He also holds an M. Phil in Children’s Literature from Trinity College, Dublin. In 2016 he was awarded the PwC/Wexford Festival Opera Emerging Young Artist Bursary and is a former member of INO’s ABL Aviation Opera Studio. He is currently undertaking his doctoral studies at the Royal Irish Academy of Music and Trinity College Dublin.

Operatic highlights include Rodolfo in Puccini's La Bohéme, Tebaldo in Bellini’s I Capuleti e i Montecchi, Fenton in Verdi’s Falstaff, Jupiter in Handel’s Semele, Pedrilloin Mozart’s Die Entführung aus dem Serail, Tamino and Monostatos in Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, Arbace in Mozart’s Idomeneo, Acis and Damon in Handel’s Acis and Galatea, Mr McCarthy in the world premiere of Andrew Synnott’sThe 47th Saturday, Junger Diener in Strauss’s Elektra, Don Curzio in Mozart’sThe Marriage of Figaro, M. Vogelsang in Mozart’s Der Schauspieldirektor, Telemachus in Monteverdi’sThe Return of Ulysses, Ormindo in Cavalli’s L’Ormindo, Andrés, Cochenille, Pitichinaccio and Franz in Offenbach’sThe Tales of Hoffmann, and the roles of Bob Doran, Mr Alleyne and O’Halloran in the world premiere of Andrew Synnott’s Dubliners.

TEACHING

Andrew Gavin offers vocal tuition from his private studio in Navan, Ireland, where he works with students of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced singers preparing for auditions or performances. Drawing on his extensive experience as an operatic tenor and singing teacher, Andrew aims to create a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to the individual needs of each student.

Lessons focus on building healthy vocal technique, breath control, and expressive interpretation, with an emphasis on developing the singer’s unique voice.
Whether you are interested in classical singing, preparing for graded exams, or simply looking to explore your voice, Andrew provides expert guidance in a relaxed and professional setting.

In addition to technical training, Andrew shares his extensive knowledge of performance practice, diction, and stagecraft, drawing from his years of experience performing with leading ensembles and festivals. His approach is informed by his studies at the Royal Irish Academy of Music and his work across Ireland and Europe, including Irish National Opera.

Private lessons are available by appointment. Enquiries from prospective students of all ages and abilities are welcome.

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