Performance coaching
I provide specialized performance coaching to public speakers, actors and singers, leaders and team presenters — empowering you to radiate confidence in front of any audience, any setting.
Craig Ralston coaches performance and presence in Utrecht, for speakers, actors, singers and anyone who has to hold a room.
Last updated: August 2026
Who is this coaching for?
Public speakers, actors and singers, and leaders or team presenters.
Public speakers: to conquer anxiety, master vocal delivery, and structure impactful presentations.
Actors and singers: to bridge technical mastery and psychological readiness, uniting the voice, body and mind to deliver authentic, high-stakes stage or screen performances. Craig also teaches singing for the actor, so both sides of the voice sit with one teacher.
Leaders and team presenters: to connect the gap between technical expertise, creativity, and impactful delivery.
Voice work runs through all three: breath, tone and projection are part of every session, whatever brought you here.
What does a session look like?
Each session is tailored to build confidence, refine body language, and sharpen how you deliver your message.
I will record your performance, review your voice and gestures, and give direct, actionable feedback.
Through live drills, mindset exercises and run-throughs, you'll overcome mental blocks, sharpen your stage presence, and build a reliable pre-performance routine.
How are sessions arranged, and what do they cost?
Single sessions of 60 minutes for €50, or a package of five sessions at €45 per session.
A package works well when there is something specific coming: an audition, an opening night, a keynote. Sessions run in the studio in Utrecht Oost, or online if that is easier.
Also at the studio
Coaching sits alongside the regular lessons:
Piano lessons
Classical, pop or jazz, for beginners and advanced players. From your first chord to exams and auditions.
piano lessons in Utrecht →Singing lessons
Singing technique, repertoire and performance, from your first lesson to audition-ready. Including singing for the actor.
singing lessons in Utrecht →Music theory & composition
From reading music to harmony and writing your own pieces, taught by a composer with a doctorate in the subject.
music theory and composition lessons in Utrecht →Online lessons
The same hour of undivided attention, at your own instrument, wherever you are. Any time zone, same rates.
online piano and singing lessons →Frequently asked questions about performance coaching
Do I need to be a musician?
No. Plenty of people come with a presentation, an interview or a wedding speech rather than a piece of music. Most of what helps a soloist helps anyone who has to be looked at.
How much does a session cost?
A single 60-minute session is €50, or €45 per session when you book a package of five. The first conversation is free, so you can decide whether it is worth continuing.
Can you help me prepare for a specific audition?
Yes, and that is one of the most common reasons people come. Craig judges international competitions, so he can tell you what a panel actually listens for.
Can sessions happen online?
Yes. Presence work translates well to video, since so much of it is breath, pacing and attention. In-person is better for anything involving how you move in a room.
Is this therapy for stage fright?
No, and it is worth being clear about that. This is practical performance training: breathing, pacing, preparation and rehearsal. It is not psychological treatment, and Craig will say so if something falls outside what coaching can help with.
The first lesson is free
Come by, play or sing something you love, and tell me where you'd like to go. Then decide if it's the right fit for you.
or use the contact form · Replies usually within a day.