MEET OUR TEACHERS
Kiara Di Trana - Vocal Coach & Piano Teacher
Founder of Out Loud Music School
Based in Hampton Wick, Kiara Di Trana is a professional vocalist and music educator with a BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship (Vocals). She has 25 years of performing experience and over a decade of teaching, including working in nurseries and primary schools across London, delivering engaging early years and KS1 music lessons.
Kiara has spent—and continues to perform—in the successful vintage vocal trio The Lollipops, appearing at events such as Goodwood Revival, The Ned, Tobacco Dock, weddings, festivals, and corporate events, and performs regularly across London and the UK.
With expertise across a range of genres including pop, jazz, soul, rock, R&B, and musical theatre, Kiara specialises in helping students find their authentic voice through holistic and practical techniques that connect the body and mind. A passionate advocate for wellness and psychology, she integrates an understanding of personal development, mindset, and confidence-building into her lessons.
Throughout her career, Kiara has also nurtured a love for songwriting and enjoys working with students who want to develop their creative writing skills, prepare for GCSE or A Level Music, or work towards auditions for university and stage schools.
As the founder of Out Loud Music School, Kiara offers tailored singing and piano lessons for children, teenagers, and adults, alongside term-based courses and one-to-one tuition. She prepares students for Rockschool, ABRSM Musical Theatre, and Trinity Pop & Rock exams, helping each individual build their musicianship, confidence, and love of music in a supportive and inspiring environment. Each year, Kiara organises a student showcase, giving students the opportunity to perform what they’ve been working hard on and celebrate their musical growth.
Sophia Edwards
Singer - Songwriter & Vocal Coach
Born in London and raised in Brighton, Sophia Edwards is a full-time musician and singing teacher. She holds a First-Class Honours degree in Popular Music (Vocal Studies) from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance and is developing her career as a songwriter, backing vocalist, keyboard player, and tutor. Sophia has performed her original music at venues including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and has worked as a session musician at major venues such as the Cambridge Corn Exchange and Buxton Opera House.
Sophia brings her extensive experience in vocal technique, performance, and musicianship into her teaching, delivering supportive, structured, and inspiring lessons. With over five years of teaching experience, working with children and teenagers aged 7–17 as well as adults, she believes it is never too early or too late to start singing. She teaches both online and in person and is excited to welcome new students to Out Loud Music School.
Experienced across a wide range of genres including Pop, Soul, Musical Theatre, and Jazz, Sophia ensures each lesson is uplifting and tailored to the individual. Alongside technical vocal tuition, she takes a holistic approach to learning, helping students build confidence, expression, and a strong connection to their voice. Sophia also supports students with songwriting and composition, basic piano accompaniment, and vocal exam preparation, developing musicianship, ear training, repertoire, and overall technique.