Muscle Tension Dysphonia in the Singing Voice!

A specialist course for singing teachers and voice professionals!

Designed specifically for those working with singers, this course explores Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD) through the lens of the singing voice - bridging clinical research and studio practice.

Based on a five-year investigative project, the course equips singing teachers with the knowledge and practical tools needed to confidently understand MTD, and support singers experiencing MTD beyond their initial therapeutic input.

This is a practical 2-hour workshop for singing teachers and voice practitioners! Building upon the previous course to create a practical teacher pathway in order to recognise what is happening, reduce unnecessary effort, transfer coordination into singing, manage load and recovery and know when to refer back. Not one size fits all, but a guide to making informed choices with voice users.

What You’ll Gain

• A clear understanding of the physiology and biomechanics underpinning MTD
• Insight into primary MTD, including the patterns associated with 4 types
• Recognition of key symptoms in both spoken and singing voice
• Awareness of common causes and contributing factors (including stress, vocal load, posture, reflux, and anxiety)
• Guidance on general diagnosis pathways and the roles of GP, ENT, and SLT
• Exploration of evidence-informed treatment approaches, including: Accent Method, Estill Voice Training elements, Vocal Function Exercises, SOVT work (including Lax Vox) and tension-release strategies.

Practical, studio-based approaches to support recovery and prevent recurrence with consideration of the psychological impact of MTD will be included, with the aim of empowering singers through rehabilitation.

Why This Course Matters

MTD is increasingly prevalent, yet there remains a significant resource gap for singing teachers. Early recognition and informed support can reduce recurrence, improve rehabilitation outcomes, protect vocal longevity, strengthen collaborative relationships with clinical professionals, Keep the singer confidently at the centre of the process

This course provides both the theoretical framework and practical applications needed to integrate MTD awareness into your everyday teaching.

Whether you are encountering singers with persistent fatigue, range restriction, strain, breathiness, or unexplained vocal change, this training will enhance your support skills and expand your studio toolkit.

🏷️ Price £30 (UK VAT inclusive)
🎥 Recording automatically sent to all who book (even if you cannot attend live)
▶️ Rewatch as many times as you like
📜 Certificate of attendance available