Singer, singing voice rehabilitation specialist (SVS), author, and voice pedagogue, Kari Ragan holds degrees from the University of Washington (DMA), and Indiana University (MM, BM). In 2012, Dr. Ragan was the recipient of the prestigious Van. L. Lawrence and in 2009 the NATS Foundation Pedagogy Award (2009). She earned the NYSTA Distinguished Voice Professional Certificate (2009), the Wicklund Singing Voice Specialist Certificate (2010). As a singing voice rehabilitation specialist (SVS), Dr. Ragan has worked in affiliation with the University of Washington Performing Voice Clinic for over twenty years to help rehabilitate singers with injured voices. She has maintained a thriving Independent Voice Studio for forty and was selected to be a Master Teacher for the NATS Intern Program (2021). She is the moderator of NATS Chats, a monthly national webinar, since 2010. Dr. Ragan is the co-founder and chair of the Northwest Voice: The Art and Science of the Performing Voice Conference and Program Chair of the ICVT Toronto, 2025. Plural Publishing released her book A Systematic Approach to Voice: The Art of Studio Application in 2020.
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VSC Lecturer Presents at Northwest Voice Conference in Seattle
Voice Study Centre
Thursday 18th May 2023Kerrie Obert, VSC senior faculty member, was a keynote speaker at the 2023 Northwest Voice: The Art and Science of the Performing Voice Conference in Seattle, Washington.
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Dr Kari Ragan Becomes Voice Study Centre Ambassador
Voice Study Centre
Tuesday 19th July 2022We would like to wish a warm welcome to Dr Kari Ragan, who has joined Voice Study Centre’s Ambassador team!
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Dr Kari Ragan’s Workshop Was A Huge Success!
Voice Study Centre
Tuesday 29th September 2020Last Thursday’s online short course with Dr Kari Ragan allowed participants a close insight into her fantastic work and knowledge within the Voice Pedagogy field.
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Thursday 22nd May 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday 23rd May 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
Navigating Vocal Health: Understanding Voice Disorders and Rehabilitation for Singers
Dr Kari Ragan
Every voice teacher and singer can benefit from a deeper understanding of vocal pathologies and how to navigate them. From recognizing the signs of voice disorders to working with a voice care team, gaining knowledge in these areas is crucial for supporting a singer’s vocal health and longevity.
Past Short Courses
Monday 23rd October 2023
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
Voice Teacher Practicum Certificate with Dr Kari Ragan (6 week course)
Dr Kari Ragan
In the specialised field of teaching singing, the tradition of a supervised practical application is, unfortunately, not the norm. This important aspect of teacher training to become an effective voice teacher is crucial. This course provides just that - it’s for voice teachers wanting real-time feedback in diagnosing vocal challenges and strategising solutions through a systematic approach.
Thursday 1st June 2023
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
Towards an Evidence Based Pedagogy Framework
Dr Kari Ragan
EBVP is a framework that acknowledges the importance of both scientific and anecdotal evidence, along with consideration of the experience acquired by a teacher, and the importance of individual student needs
Thursday 3rd November 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
Warming Up And Cooling Down: A Guide To Their Use And Impact On Function
Dr Kari Ragan
This workshop will present information on strategizing a vocal warm-up and cool-down routine, how and why to choose particular exercises, the difference between a vocal warm-up and vocal exercises focused on function.