Lauren Henderson

Lauren Henderson is an award-winning vocalist, actor, composer and educator. Renowned for her versatility and artistic range, Lauren moves seamlessly across genres including jazz, R&B, soul, hip hop, folk, music theatre, and pop. Her dynamic and genre-defying approach has led to collaborations with internationally acclaimed artists such as Moonchild, Jazzmeia Horn, Linda May Han Oh, Joe Chindamo, Anna Butterss, Matthew Sheens, James Muller, Gian Slater, Michelle Nicolle, Anita Wardell, Anna Goldsworthy, Robyn Archer, and The Lost and Found Orchestra (creators of STOMP!).

A certified Estill Master Trainer and accomplished stage performer, Lauren holds an Honours degree in Acting from the prestigious Flinders Drama Centre. Her deep passion for artistic expression and creative empowerment informs both her performance and teaching practice, where she is committed to helping others unlock their full potential through the arts.

Education Experience:

University Lecturer (2021-2023)

Flinders University Drama Centre                                                                                 Adelaide, SA

- Voice, singing and vocal anatomy 

- Estill voice 

University Lecturer (2014, 2016-2018, 2021-)

Adelaide University (Jazz Voice Lecturer)  Scholarly Teaching Fellow                     Adelaide, SA

Primary and Secondary Classroom Teaching (2018)

Gleeson College (Music, Drama and Voice) 6 Month Contract                               Golden Grove, SA

- Taught Stage 2 Musicianship, Solo and Ensemble Performance and Conducted Concert Choir (Generations In Jazz), Stage 1 Creative Arts, Year 10 Creative Arts, Years 7, 8 and 9 Music, Year 8 Drama and Care Group (Personal Development Program)

Instrumental Music DECD (2018-2018 Term 3)                                                    Various, SA

Christies Beach High School, Seaview High School, Urrbrae Agricultural Secondary School

- Four week replacement contract for Heather Elliott (voice teacher)

Baden Powell College (Student Teacher Placement)                                               Tarneit, VIC

- Developed lesson plans for and taught drama and music units aged reception-year 6

Williamstown High School (Student Teacher Placement)                               Williamstown, VIC

- Developed lesson plans for and taught music units aged year 6-12

Voice, Piano and Theory one to one tuition

St Johns Grammar (2014-2022)                                                                                     Belair, SA

Adelaide High School (2020-2021)                                                                       Adelaide, SA

Adelaide Botanic High School (2021)                                                                    Adelaide, SA

Gleeson College (2013-2021)                                                                       Golden Grove, SA

Mercedes College (2014-2021)                                                                           Springfield, SA

Wilderness School (2017)                                                                                  Medindie, SA

Nazareth College (2014-2015)                                                                     Flinders Park, SA

Mary Mackillop Girls (2013-2015)                                                                       Norwood, SA

Footscray City Primary (2015)                                                                           Footscray, VIC

Stage Left Performing Arts Academy (2015)                                                         Glen Iris, VIC

Hello Music Studios (2015)                                                                                  Prahran, VIC

Mini Maestros (2010)                                                                                        Carlton, VIC

Solway Primary School (2010)                                                                         Ashburton, VIC

Birdwood High School (2007-2009)                                                                    Birdwood, SA

- Successfully prepared students for Year 11 & 12 Solo and Ensemble Performance at both Government and Independent schools.

Workshops (delivered)

Lauren has delivered and tailor makes workshops for schools and institutions across Adelaide and regional South Australia. 

2024 Department of Education – Instrumental Music – Vocal Health Workshop                 SA

2022 Australia National Association of the Teachers of Singing – Vocal Jazz Workshop         SA 

2022 Private Workshop - The Vocal Technique Workshop                                     Adelaide, SA

2018 Adelaide Festival – Conducted 300 piece choir for the Lost & Found Orchestra (AUS/UK)

2016 Urrbrae High School – Conducted choral workshop                                        Adelaide, SA 

2016 Jazz SA: Jazz Camp – Conducted jazz & voice ensemble over three days       Adelaide, SA

2011 St Monica’s College – Conducted workshop on music theatre, jazz & pop      Cairns, QLD

Performance Highlights:

Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe, OzAsia Festival, Adelaide Cabaret Festival, Adelaide Guitar Festival, Adelaide Jazz Festival, Perth International Jazz Festival, Wangaratta Jazz Festival, Civic Park Carols, Generations in Jazz Festival & Port Fairy Spring Music Festival. 

Adjudicator and Panel Moderator experience:

Generations in Jazz Festival (GIJ), APRA AMCOS, Creative Original Music Adelaide (COMA) & Limestone Coast Vocal Showcase

Voice Over Artist:

Lauren has provided voice overs for leading companies/brands including:

-Nintendo

-ABC TV

-Zamels Jewellers

-Onkaparinga City Council

-Dietland (audiobook – Bolinda)

-All These Perfect Strangers (audiobook – Bolinda)                                                                     

Professional Development:

2025 Australia National Association of the Teachers of Singing (VIC)

2025 Vocal Jazz Summit (USA - online)

2024 Michael Mayo masterclass (online)

2024 Vocal Jazz Summit (USA - online)

2023 Various online masterclasses through Jazz Voice Online and My Music Masterclass

2022 Australia National Association of the Teachers of Singing conference (SA)

2021 Attended 10^th Estill World Voice Symposium (Online) 

2019 Training toward certification to become an Estill Voice Master Trainer

2018 Dr Anita Collins – Neuroscience and Music Education (AHOMINGS) 

2018 DAYTiME – Music Technology Conference, Adelaide 

2017 Michael Griffin – Unlocking Musical Potential 

2017 International Jazz Voice Conference, Sibelius Academy, Helsinki                                

2017 Michelle Nicolle, Anita Wardell, Sharny Russell and Kristin Berardi vocal jazz workshops

2017 Estill Voice Model Course (attained EFP and EMT certifications) with Naomi Eyers

2016 ACCET Choral Conductor 23^rd Summer School 

Jazz/Music Theatre vocal intensive workshops:

2025 Connaitre Miller (USA)

2025 Michael Mayo (USA)

2024 Tom Burke (USA)

2023 Windmill Theatre Company (SA)    

2022 Ruthie Henshall (UK/USA)

2021 Anne Marie-Speed (UK)

2015 Naomi Eyers (AUS)                                    

2013 Chris McNulty (USA/AUS)                                                                                      

2013 The Idea of North (AUS)                                                                                           

2012 John Scofield (USA)                                                                                               

2011 Anita Wardell (UK)                                                                                                   

2009 Gerard McArthur (UK)                                                                                  

2009 Jeremy Sams (UK)                                                                                  

2009 Christina Shewell (UK)                                                       

2008 Michael Feinstein (USA)                                                                       

2008 Phillip Quast (AUS)