News / Director & Team News

Voice Study Centre To Present At ISPS 2021

Tuesday 26th October 2021

On Friday 29th October, Voice Study Centre Director Debbie Winter, will be presenting the context of two ground breaking studies conducted by Teresa Shaw and Sarah de Cruz/Mahony.

These two studies were facilitated and guided by Dr. Dave Juncos and they tested the application of Acceptance and Commitment Coaching to the debilitating condition of Music Performance Anxiety.

Debbie has said;
It is a real honour to be part of this process and it evolved as a result of the creativity and inspiration of the practitioners involved.

The fusion of knowledge and experience from Dr. David Juncos enabled a practical solution to be delivered and tested within a research context.’

If you are interested in Performance Coaching and would like to learn more about the event, please follow the link below.

International Symposium on Performance Science 2021

Sarah Mahony

Sarah Mahony is a Voice Study Centre Alumni, her MA research focused on Music Performance Anxiety and Acceptance and Commitment Coaching.

Dr David Juncos

David Juncos, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist, lecturer, performance coach, author, and music performance researcher based in Philadelphia, PA. He has 20 years of experience in treating a variety of clinical problems, including anxiety, mood, and substance use disorders.

Debbie Winter

Debbie Winter (LLB Hons, MA) lectured in Law and sang professionally on the jazz scene before deciding to change careers and become a vocal coach. She noticed a...

Teresa Shaw

Teresa has focused on the voice throughout her career. She completed her undergraduate degree in music at Manchester University, her Advanced Diploma in vocal...


Recent Posts

Student & Alumni News

FOUR Voice Study Centre Alumni Selected to Present at the 11th International Congress of Voice Teachers!

Voice Study Centre
Tuesday 25th March 2025

It’s truly wonderful to see four of our MA Voice Pedagogy graduates all presenting at the same prestigious conference!

Read More...
Student & Alumni News

How Voice Study Centre Alumni Abi Mann-Daraz is Supporting Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Voice Study Centre
Tuesday 11th March 2025

In honour of Neurodiversity Celebration week, our wonderful alumni Abi Mann-Daraz is hosting a free lunchtime chat all about inclusive voice practice.

Read More...
Student & Alumni News

JAZZ SOUNDS HIT THE VIRTUAL SHELVES: Alumna Jennifer Maslin Releases First Jazz EP!

Voice Study Centre
Friday 7th March 2025

Our Alumna, Jennifer Maslin, is set to release her debut jazz and blues-inspired EP this month (March 2025), in collaboration with fellow artist David Hall. Read all about it in this article!

Read More...