Claire Furley is not only sought after for musical performances but also as a teacher and musical director.

She has been Head of Music and Director of Music & Drama in both Preparatory and Secondary schools. Along with 25 years teaching experience in singing, violin, and piano, she regularly leads singing workshops at theatre schools and for local education authorities.

Claire is the founder and musical director of The Hildale Community Singers, an award winning choir which is run in Hockley, Essex. This involves members from all age groups and backgrounds, singing all styles of music that Claire has either arranged or written specifically for the choir. It remains a project that it close to her heart, as she firmly believes that singing can make a difference and should be accessible to all.