Sophie
Cox-O’Shaughnessy
BA Hons. Theatre Practice
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Biography
I trained at The Arts Educational Schools, London, (Diploma in Musical Theatre) and gained my Degree at UCLan, Preston.
However, one of my first appearances on stage was in Show A Christmas Carol,
where I was dressed up in a turkey orientated catsuit. In another
production, I was dancing in a routine on a see-saw, dressed up as a white
poodle. This was at the tender age of circa 6-8 when I started dancing ballet, modern (now street dance/jazz), tap, national, Greek and character and I enjoyed it so much, ever since then, I have
been in to Performance Art.
I got my first professional job at the age of eleven performing as a
Singer/Dancer in the Pantomime Aladdin, starring Tommy Trafford and as an adult I’ve performed as a Singer/Dancer
in the Pantomime Cinderella starring the late Des O’Connor (E&B Productions).
As well as being the Lead Singer, I’ve danced in a troupe of six and another of three in Japan (Graham English
productions, London).
I’ve toured the U.K.c. 2001, (in a "come-back tour") as a Backing Singer in the band Dr & The Medics., as a Medic.
Did you know ?!..
Yeh, not very rock 'n' roll, but I left the band,... (Dr. and The Medics).to focus on achieving my Degree !
As a Singer/Songwriter and a Dancer/Choreographer I’ve performed in many local Festivals such as BLAZE, Preston Tringe, K-STOCK and Harvest Preston and
presented site-specific work, for example.
Whilst at University I got experience as a Radio Programme Producer and
Co-Presenter for the S.U. radio Frequency FM and an award for completing in
excess of 100 hrs serving the community.
Since then I’ve appeared on Preston FM 103.2 (Dave Cooper Show).
Whilst at University I also took a course to enable me to teach. (LUDUS Dance Agency, Lancaster).
Dance Teacher and Cover/Supply Teacher- Selecte Education Agency – 2009/10
Workshop Leader in Singing and Performance Arts Technique (Research and
experimental Workshops – business incubation unit, UCLan) - 2010-2012
All Steps First Dance Agency – 2015 - currently available
Singing Teacher – Premier Studios, Arts2ULtd - 2015
Singing Teacher (all levels) - Private Tuition - 2016 - currently available
Music Tutor (various instruments) Piano, Guitar (Beginner up to Grade 2. level) - Private Tuition - 2022 - currently available
Songs/Audio/Video
To listen to some of my music
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Testimonials
Singer/Songwriter/performance
(Gig at Lola's restaurant - Owner: Walaa Hassan):
Music Teacher:
"I've been taking Piano lessons with Sophie for 10 months, over that time Sophie has taken the time to understand and develop an appropriate learning plan and direction for me. The lessons have been really enjoyable and pushed me just enough for steady progression. I would thoroughly recommend Sophie as a tutor."
John (Adult learner) (02/2024)
"I have two girls... ...learning Piano and Singing. Both lessons are with Sophie. Olivia has been learning Piano with Sophie for just over a year and is enjoying the types of music she is learning. She is progressing towards her grade 2 at present.
Amelia has been learning singing for ten months now and enjoys the way Sophie starts her teaching at a basic level and increases the difficulty as they work through a song. Also she like how Sophie demonstrates the notes on the piano towards for the song.
Both girls always come out of a lesson smiling."
Steve and Jo (02/2024)
"Sophie has been teaching my 7 year old daughter singing and piano... ...for more than a year. I find her teaching methods to be excellent, she looks after my daughter with a perfectly balanced combination of firmness and love, which is so important at this age. Sophie has also provided me with excellent advice whenever I have asked her about music related questions, like what kind of piano to get for my daughter. This is what my 7 year old says about her: she is really good at piano 🎹 and she is very good at singing too !🎶she teaches me a lot about music 🎵 😁😁😆🎉🎵🎹🙏👏🏼"
Mayurika (02/2024)
Singing Teacher:
"Sophie has been teaching me to sing for about a year and a half now. In this time I've improved quite a lot. I don't think i could have done it on my own.
Sophie is a excellent teacher, and it's all within a nice relaxed environment.
I would highly recommend Sophie to anyone wanting to learn to sing."
Ben (Adult learner) (10/2024)
"Sophie, you are Truly an Exceptional multi-talented teacher.
We are incredibly grateful to have found you to guide my child on his musical journey. As a parent of an autistic child, finding the right teacher—someone who is not only skilled in music but also empathetic, and adaptable is next to impossible.
From the very beginning, you have demonstrated all of those qualities and more.
You took the time to understand my child's unique learning style, sensory needs, and communication preferences. Each lesson is thoughtfully tailored to keep my child engaged and comfortable, while still gently encouraging growth.
What's especially meaningful to us is how you cared for him and respected my child as an individual.
Thanks to Sophie music has become more than just a hobby for my child, it's a source of self-expression and happiness.
We wholeheartedly recommend her to any family, especially those with neurodiverse children. Her impact on our child's life has been truly profound.
Ever grateful for your patience/understanding a neuro-diverse child."
Mr and Mrs Pitani (08/2025)
"Sophie's singing lessons have always been very engaging and useful for the areas in which I have been looking to improve my voice. Sophie has been an encouraging teacher, aware of my (vocal) range choosing a variety of appropriate songs to fit yet grow it at the same time. The classes have given me the opportunity to explore the way I can use my voice in different songs to adapt to different genres of music and they have also provided me with a number of exercises including warm up and breathing exercises - crucial for vocal development. Sophie has always been encouraging and friendly as a vocal teacher, offering accessible advice and knowledge to help advance me to the place I have wanted to be with my singing."
Bethany Smith, London
"I feel like I get enthusiastic support that enhances my self esteem and knowledge."
Skye Bagshaw, Chesterfield
DANCE TEACHER
I am available to teach
Dance.
I have worked for Selecte Education, 'Earthing The Spirit' arts and spirituality festival, Northumberland (Course Author and Dance Teacher), The Pamela Bardsley School of Dance and Drama (Primary Ballet), All Steps First Dance, Embers Dance, Encore Dance School and Sparkles Dance, for example.
I am Ludus Dance Agency, RSA Exercise to Music Instructor and Degree level module: Running Workshops qualified.
2025 - Freelance - After School Club: Dance.
2023-2025 - Education Box - After School Clubs: Musical Theatre, including Singing, Acting and Dance class styles, such as Ballet, Jazz/Street and Tap.
As a Volunteer I have delivered dance classes in the After School Club at Queens Drive Primary School, Preston.
2026 - This year I have started to volunteer as a teaching assistant at a special needs/SEN music group for Preston Music Workshops - Ongoing.
2022 - This year I have become a Volunteer at a youth club where I also deliver dance. (Anti-knife crime initiative.)
As a Multi-Instrumentalist I play Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Irish
Whistle and Flute; Guitar, Bass; Drums/Percussion and Trumpet for example and
am available as a Session Musician and band work.
As a Volunteer Musician I have played some sessions for Bolton Lancashire T.A.
(Saxophone). I have fundraised for various charities including Action For Children (The Giant Wiggle) busking as a Singer/Songwriter and on
Flute and Irish Whistle, for example.
As a Volunteer Stage Hand I have worked as part of the Back Stage Crew at the
Preston Playhouse theatre.
This is just some of my experience/resume.
Contact:-
To get in touch for more information and/or are
interested in hiring me as a Musician/Singer/Dance
Teacher/Choreographer/Dancer and/or taking Singing (all levels)/Music (Various instruments, including Piano and Guitar - Beginners up to Grade 2. standard)/Dance (various styles) lessons you can contact me by phone and/or email:-
Tel. (m): 07594 915794
Email:
sophiecox-oshaughnessy@outlook.com
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| Site-Specific - A Festive Dance (The Snowman theme) |
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Other useful information about me:
DBS (I'm on the update service.) Full Driving licence. I earnt my Equity card completing contracts with E&B Productions (performing as a Singer/Dancer in pantomime starring Des O'Connor) and Graham English Productions (performing as the Lead Singer/Dancer, in a troupe of six dancers of which two were my backing singers, for six months in Japan). I'm a member of the MU.
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