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MA Student Jenna Brown To Present At International Congress Of Voice Teachers Conference In Vienna

Monday 25th July 2022

We would like to congratulate Jenna Brown, who has been selected to present at the International Congress of Voice Teachers (ICVT) Conference in Vienna this August!

Jenna will be presenting onĀ the use of imagery to synthesise voice science and vocal artistry when training singers in the youth choir context.

Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown is a mezzo-soprano performing as a soloist in concert and recital, as well as in choirs. She teaches singers of all ages 1:1 and in groups, working as teacher, vocal coach and conductor.


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