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Working with Spoken Voice

Tuesday 25th August 2020, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (London Time)

This workshop will be tailored to the needs & interests of the group. Areas that MAY be covered are:

  • Mindfulness and it’s role in vocal training
  • Dealing with the inner critic
  • Working with text & song
  • Resonance

The first part of the day will focus on individual questions and giving specific answers around these.

The second part will be practical work based on what has been discussed in the first part.

Barbara Houseman

Barbara Houseman’s career as a voice and acting coach and theatre director spans nearly forty years. She trained as a voice teacher at The Royal Central School of...

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We have plenty of upcoming short courses coming soon. See details of some of them below or look at the full list of short courses.

Singing and the Brain: A Harmonious Connection!
Thursday 23rd April 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday 24th April 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
(London Time)

Singing and the Brain: A Harmonious Connection!

Dr Patricia Izbicki

Unlock the transformative power of music with our two-part lecture series that delves deep into the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, music education, and music therapy.

The Neuroscience of Speech and Song
Thursday 23rd April 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)

The Neuroscience of Speech and Song

Dr Michel Belyk

The Neuroscience of Speech and Song offers an engaging and accessible introduction to the fascinating interface between the brain and some of the things that we use it for. This course is designed to unravel the complex processes underlying how we speak and sing, using simple and accessible language. This course will start from basics and assume very little prior knowledge. We will cover the basic structure of the brain and how it works in general, then narrow in on specific processes that are relevant to speech and song.

Certificate in Coaching Emotional Vocal Expression
Monday 27th April 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Tuesday 28th April 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday 29th April 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Thursday 30th April 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
(London Time)

Certificate in Coaching Emotional Vocal Expression

Louisa Morgan

Understanding emotions is crucial for coaching performers towards more authentic and compelling performances. However, working with emotions can be challenging, both physiologically and mentally. This course will introduce you to theories of emotion and the connections between the brain, body, and voice. We will then discuss how to work effectively with emotions when coaching speakers or singers, considering the physical and mental demands.