This complete course in Estill Voice Training is open to voice teachers, singers and speakers as well as singer/songwriters, music producers, dancers and all other voice users. Estill is craft for singers, like fingering for the pianist, the gym for athletes, ballet for dancers or grammar for language.Learn basic anatomy, how the voice physically functions and how to control the components that change voice quality through kinesthetic perception and muscle training. Emphasis on aesthetic freedom and vocal safety across all styles and genres – from rock to opera, jazz to belting!

In Level One, participants will accomplish a basic understanding of vocal anatomy and the physiology of the larynx. The students will be able to increase their kinesthetic perception and maximize their control over their “reed” – instrument. The scientifically researched figures, or muscle training exercises, allow the voice user to monitor, control and adjust muscular structures involved in sound production individually, providing the groundwork for developing the skill to produce any style or genre-specific voice quality safely.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. From the start, the emphasis will be on singing and speaking, both individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas and ensure correct training of muscle memory.

During Level Two, participants will develop mastery of 6 archetype vocal qualities including Speech, Falsetto, Twang (nasal and oral), Sob, Opera and Belting. Additionally, contemporary, classical, and music theatre voice qualities will be studied in order to create a better understanding of how the work can be applied on stage, in the studio and in rehearsals. The client will be supplied with a toolbox of muscular skills, anatomically correct vocabulary and the confidence that anyone can train the muscles of their voice in order to achieve any aesthetic goal.

Finally, students will be able to participate in an open coaching session in order to apply the tools learnt in a group/performance environment. Singers may present pieces of their own choosing, ideally with problems to be solved. There is no pre-requisite nor audition for this course.

For more information please visit: www.TheVoiceGym.com.au

Level 1

Participants will be given a practical grounding in vocal technique and vocal anatomy and physiology that will allow them to approach any vocal endeavour with confidence and skill. The Estill Model teaches voluntary differentiated control of specific parts of the vocal mechanism and an understanding of vocal function.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly.

The emphasis from the start will be on singing and speaking individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas. Participants will learn techniques that will set them up for a career of safe voice work.

Level 2

Participants will develop mastery of vocal qualities including Speech, Twang (nasal and clear), Falsetto, Opera and Belting. Applications to the singing voice will be practised. Hone your trouble shooting skills.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. The emphasis from the start will be on voicing individually andas a group to reinforce technical ideas.

Classical, Contemporary and Music Theatre singing styles will be studied. Tuition will be via masterclasses, small group lessons and ensemble.

Closing date for registrations & full payment required by: Friday, 5th Mar 2010

To secure a place, a deposit of $100 is required immediately. This will be deducted from full payment

This is a review of Levels 1 & 2 and is open to anyone who has already completed a 5 day Estill Course. It is not for those who are new to Estill. There will be an opportunity for questions and discussion as well as revision of vocal anatomy and voice qualities.

This Full Estill Course is open to anyone interested in learning more about how the voice works and how to gain control of the structures which determine vocal quality. This includes speakers, singers, teachers and performers of all styles. Level One will introduce the figures – exercises to control of the structures of the vocal tract – and Level Two will explore different vocal qualities used in classical & contemporary singing, music theatre and also in the spoken voice.

Please Note: If you have previously completed a course and already have the course workbooks, please contact Jenny for reduced course fee.

The Complete Estill Course on five Saturdays: October 9, 16, 23, 30 and November 6.

This complete course in Estill Voice Training is open to voice teachers, singers and speakers as well as singer/songwriters, music producers, dancers and all other voice users. Estill is craft for singers, like fingering for the pianist, the gym for athletes, ballet for dancers or grammar for language. Learn advanced anatomy, how the voice physically functions and how to control the components that change voice quality through kinesthetic perception and muscle training. Emphasis on aesthetic freedom and vocal safety across all styles and genres – from rock to opera, jazz to belting!

Level 1
In Level One, participants will accomplish a deeper understanding of vocal anatomy and the physiology of the larynx. The students will be able to increase their kinesthetic perception and maximize their control over their “reed”-instrument. The scientifically researched figures or muscle training exercises allow the voice user to individually monitor, control and adjust all researched muscular structures involved in sound production and therefore safely produce any style or genre specific voice quality.
Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. From the start, the emphasis will be on singing and speaking, both individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas and ensure correct training of muscle memory.

Level 2
During Level Two, participants will develop mastery of 6 archetype vocal qualities including Speech, Falsetto, Twang (nasal and oral), Sob, Opera and Belting. Additionally, contemporary, classical, and music theatre voice qualities will be studied in order to create a better understanding of how the work can be applied on stage, in the studio and in rehearsals. The client will be supplied with a toolbox of muscular skills, anatomically correct vocabulary and the confidence that anyone can train the muscles of their voice in order to achieve any aesthetic goal. Finally, students will be able to participate in a master class in order to apply the tools learnt in a group/performance environment. Singers may present pieces of their own choosing, ideally with problems to be solved.

There is no pre-requisite nor audition for this course.

The Complete Estill Course
Estill Voice Training is craft for singers, like fingering for the pianist.

Practice independent voice motor control. Understand advanced anatomy and how the voice physically and acoustically functions. Control the components that change voice quality through kinesthetic perception and muscle training.

Emphasis on aesthetic freedom and vocal safety across all styles and genres – from rock to opera, jazz to belting!

Level One – Figures for Voice Control
In Level One, participants will accomplish an advanced understanding of vocal anatomy and the physiology of the larynx. The students will be able to increase their kinesthetic perception and maximize their control over their “reed”-instrument. The scientifically researched figures or muscle training exercises allow the voice user to individually monitor, control and adjust all researched muscular structures involved in sound production and therefore safely produce any style or genre specific voice quality.
Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. From the start, the emphasis will be on singing and speaking, both individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas and ensure correct training of muscle memory.

Level Two – Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities
During Level Two, participants will analyze and develop mastery of 6 archetype vocal qualities including Speech, Falsetto, Twang (nasal and oral), Sob, Opera and Belting. Additionally, contemporary, classical, and music theatre voice qualities will be studied in order to create a better understanding of how the work can be applied on stage, in the studio and in rehearsals. The client will be supplied with a toolbox of muscular skills, anatomically correct vocabulary and the confidence that anyone can train the muscles of their voice in order to achieve any aesthetic goal.
Finally, students will be able to participate in a master class in order to apply the tools learnt in a group/performance environment. Singers may present pieces of their own choosing, ideally with problems to be solved. There is no pre-requisite nor audition for this course.

For more information please visit: www.TheVoiceGym.com.au
 

Description
The emphasis from the start will be on singing and speaking individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas. Classical, Contemporary and Music Theatre singing styles will be studied. Tuition will be via masterclasses, small group lessons and ensemble.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. Participants will learn techniques that will set them up for a career of safe voice work.

LEVEL ONE
Figures for Voice™

Participants will be given a practical grounding in vocal technique and vocal anatomy & physiology that will allow them to approach any vocal endeavour with confidence and skill. The Estill Voice Model teaches voluntary differentiated control of specific parts of the vocal mechanism and an understanding of vocal function. (Comprehensive training manual included).

LEVEL TWO
Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities™

Participants will develop mastery of vocal qualities including Speech, Twang (nasal and clear), Falsetto, Opera and Belting. Applications to the singing and speaking voice will be practised. Hone your troubleshooting skills.

(Comprehensive training manual included).
 

This workshop provides an introduction to the Estill Model and will cover: 

Basic laryngeal and vocal tract anatomy

Introduction to Estill Voice Qualities and how they are produced

Lunch is included

This workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning more about how the voice works and gives an overview of the vocal tract set-up for different voice qualities as defined by Estill.

Estill Voice Training: Level 1 & 2 Course

What will I learn?

• Basic anatomy of your vocal instrument
• How to monitor and control the different structures that create and change vocal quality
• Many different ways to improve your vocal technique and ‘support’ the tone
• What is safe, healthy singing and how to avoid vocal trauma
• How to increase your range, strength and stamina when singing
• How to change your technique to sing appropriately for different styles including opera, pop, music theatre and jazz

Level One: Figures for Voice Control – 13 structures which can be independently controlled to influence vocal tone.

Level Two: Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities - Speech, Twang (nasal and clear), Falsetto, Sob, Opera and Belting.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly.
The emphasis from the start will be on voicing individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas.
There will be a masterclass on the final day in which participants have opportunity to apply the skills they have learned and receive feedback regarding application to repertoire and style.

The Essential Estill  Voice Training Course

Level 1 

Participants will be given a practical grounding in vocal technique and vocal anatomy and physiology that will allow them to approach any vocal endeavour with confidence and skill.  The Estill Model teaches voluntary differentiated control of specific parts of the vocal mechanism and an understanding of vocal function.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly. 

The emphasis from the start will be on singing and speaking individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas. Participants will learn techniques that will set them up for a career of safe voice work.

Level 2

Participants will develop mastery of vocal qualities including Speech, Twang (nasal and clear), Falsetto, Opera and Belting.  Applications to the singing  voice will be practised.  Hone your trouble shooting skills.

Each participant will receive individual feedback and monitoring to ensure that all concepts are understood and applied correctly.  The emphasis from the start will be on voicing individually and as a group to reinforce technical ideas.

Classical, Contemporary and Music Theatre singing styles will be studied.  Tuition will be via masterclasses, small group lessons and ensemble.

Special Discount for  ANU Music Students: see Alan Hicks - School of Music, Building 100, ANU Canberra ACT.   Phone No:+61(0)261255750 - Mobile: +61(0)429094934