Margaret Francis

Margaret Francis is a classical singer and music teacher based in Northcote, Melbourne.

Originating from Brisbane, Margaret holds a Bachelor of Music in Classical Vocal Performance from University of Queensland and an Honours Degree in Opera Performance from Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.

Specialising in vocal, piano, flute and music theory tuition (with a bit of guitar on the side), Margaret has extensive experience teaching students of any age in many different genres across her various instruments. Over her 12+ years of teaching, Margaret has had the privilege of taking many students through various levels of AMEB exams in piano, voice and flute. Margaret has a particular focus on instilling sustainable practice methods for all of her students while maximising enjoyment of lessons and music-making.

Having studied vocal pedagogy under Emma Kate Wilson, Margaret has been keenly expanding her vocal specialisations to encompass opera/classical voice, musical theatre, jazz and popular/contemporary styles.

An active performer, Margaret held the position of Alto Choral Scholar for Christ Church South Yarra Cathedral under the direction of Michael Fulcher from 2022-2024. Margaret regularly performs with premier chamber choir Polyphonic Voices of which she serves on the Executive Committee as Treasurer as well as various freelance singing gigs throughout Melbourne.

Previous performance credits include backing vocals for greats such as John Farnham, Josh Groban and Kate Ceberano along with choral performances with Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Queensland Pops Orchestra.

Margaret is constantly on the hunt to learn new things and has an immense passion for the importance of music education and its transformative power to everyone's lives.