Applied Anatomy for Voice Professionals
This 6-part course which introduces the structure and function of the muscles of voice production. From the respiratory system and alignment, through to the vocal mechanism, the hyoid, the pharynx and soft palate and finally the tongue and jaw - these aspects of anatomy and physiology provide the foundation of voicing and embodied voice use, allowing you to create links to your own pedagogical practice through increased awareness of function!
Interactive Learning!
Fully online, watch on demand and engage with resources within our Virtual Learning Environment
Join us for sessions that blend taught content and evaluation. The course includes supporting resources within our virtual learning environment (VLE) which allow the learner to explore each topic in more depth via visuals and written resources.
- On demand content
- Take a mini quiz for each topic to consolidate knowledge.
- A final written assessment requires you to link the knowledge with pedagogical practice in voice-related scenarios.
Upon completion of the course, you will receive an official ITOL-accredited certificate, a badge for your website/social media and a profile on our student page.
Course cost: £245
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Overview
Welcome to Voice Study Centre’s Voice Professional Certificated course. We offer a series of micro-credentials to develop learning, teaching and boost your CV. This is one of them!
Tutor: Claire Thomas
Claire is a singer, singing teacher and voice researcher. She currently lectures in singing on the Musical Theatre programmes at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and runs a private singing studio just outside Edinburgh. She is an alumnus of Glasgow University, Edinburgh University, The Royal Northern College of Music and The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Claire is now completing her Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance, with a focus on muscle tension dysphonia in the Musical Theatre voice. She has also produced an illustrated book of vocal anatomy for singers which will be published shortly.
Claire has kindly created a short video below to introduce the course, how it's structured, the design and assessment elements and how to contact Claire during the course, should you need to.
Session Times and Dates
Place: Online - all sessions are available on demand at a time and place that suits you, accessed via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Syllabus
| Session 1: Respiration & Alignment |
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These two aspects of the anatomy and physiology provide the foundation of voicing and embodied voice use. Take a tour of structure and function related to the respiratory system and the muscles of alignment. Potential limitations and the links to pedagogical practice will encourage you to make connections in your own practice.
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| Session 2: The Vocal Mechanism |
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Clear overviews of the structure and function of the larynx allow you to develop your knowledge of individual muscle function and links to phonation. Impacts on function are discussed to allow you to create links to your own pedagogical practice through increased awareness of function.
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| Session 3: The Hyoid |
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Arguably a central point of laryngeal function, the hyoid bone is examined in more depth, including structure, attachments and function. The potential impact in phonation will allow you to consider how this knowledge may be used to encourage optimal positioning and awareness during voicing.
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| Session 4: The Pharynx & Soft Palate |
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When discussing resonance, the pharynx and soft palate are at the forefront of the discussion. Take a tour around the individual muscle which make up the pharynx and soft palate, along with function and the potential pedagogical impact.
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| Session 5: The Tongue |
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This organ is often blamed for negative phonatory impact – here we discuss the individual muscles of the tongue and their function. Use this knowledge to identify release strategies and shaping to promote optimum function.
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| Session 6: The Jaw |
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The jaw is primarily used to chew food, but it can play a critical role in ensuring a free and released sound during phonation. Take a tour of the main muscles of mastication and discuss the impact of TMJ disorder and begin link this knowledge to your own vocal practice.
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