Teachers:

This course is presented by Helga Westmark & Dorte Hyldstrup, who were two of the first Certified Course Instructors in Europe – so-called Vanguards. They were taught and educated by Jo Estill herself during the 90´s and they are educating new people all the way through the EVT system. Read more about them on www.trainmyvoice.com

Description

Open to anyone with an interest in learning about the voice, for example, singers, voiceteachers, actors, clinical voice professionals, etc. The course begins with an introduction to the Estill Voice Model with Figures for Voice, and an overview of this course. We will then work through all the figures in Level One by practising individually in small groups and integrating them into singing and different genres of music.
The days will alternate between classroom presentations, practice sessions in small groups and open sessions.

Teachers:

This course is presented by Helga Westmark & Dorte Hyldstrup, who were two of the first Certified Course Instructors in Europe – so-called Vanguards. They were taught and educated by Jo Estill herself during the 90´s and they are educating new people all the way through the EVT system. Read more about them on www.trainmyvoice.com

Description

This Advanced 1 course is mostly for people who have attended Level One & Two courses at Cantina Vocaal in Amsterdam. The course will focus on repetition and more advanced exercises of Level One & Two and analysis of problems & solutions/Pedagogical issues. We will mostly work practically and integrate figures and qualities into music and also have time to focus on individual coaching/training.

Teachers:

This course is presented by Helga Westmark & Dorte Hyldstrup, who were two of the first Certified Course Instructors in Europe – so-called Vanguards. They were taught and educated by Jo Estill herself during the 90´s and they are educating new people all the way through the EVT system. Read more about them on www.trainmyvoice.com

Description

Open to anyone with an interest in learning about the voice, for example, singers, voice teachers, actors, clinical voice professionals etc. The course begins with an introduction to the Estill Voice Model with Figures for Voice, and an overview of this course. We will then work through all the figures in Level One by practising individually in small groups and integrating them into singing and different genres of music.

The days will alternate between classroom presentations, practice sessions in small groups and open sessions.

Teachers:

This course is presented by Helga Westmark & Dorte Hyldstrup, who were two of the first Certified Course Instructors in Europe – so-called Vanguards. They were taught and educated by Jo Estill herself during the 90´s and they are educating new people all the way through the EVT system. Read more about them on www.trainmyvoice.com

Description

Open to anyone, who took the Estill Level One course, singers, voice teachers, actors, clinical voice professionals etc. The course begins with an overview of the evolution of the Estill Voice Model and an overview of this course. We will work us through all the voice qualities, speech, falsetto, sob, twang, belting and opera - by practising individually in small groups and integrating them into singing and different genres of music.

The days will alternate between classroom presentations, practice sessions in small groups and open sessions.

A new course introduced for the first time last year which proved very popular and offered as a result of many enquiries to those who are looking at ways to integrate singing and acting. The actor/singer of any genre is required not only to have a developed singing voice but must also be able to characterise and act through singing. Key to this ability is an understanding of the different voice qualities and what contributes to the overall performance. By identifying the major emotional shifts in the music and lyric, we will look at which Voice Qualities best serve the song and the character.

The day will include:

• Brief overview of the Voice Qualities
• Making an impact – Key skills for actor/singers
• Acting clues in music and lyrics
• Choosing the right Voice Quality
• Short masterclass

Suitable for newcomers as well as those with experience of the Estill Model; for teachers & performers, students & professionals, actors and singers.

Book via the web site www.thevoiceexplained.com

Teachers:

This course is presented by Helga Westmark & Dorte Hyldstrup, who were two of the first Certified Course Instructors in Europe – so-called Vanguards. They were taught and educated by Jo Estill herself during the 90´s and they are educating new people all the way through the EVT system. Read more about them on www.trainmyvoice.com

Description

Open to anyone with an interest in learning about the voice, for example, singers, voiceteachers, actors, clinical voice professionals etc. The course begins with an introduction to the Estill Voice Model with Figures for Voice, and an overview of this course. We will work yhen through all the figures in Level One by practising individually in small groups and integrating them into singing and different genres of music.

The days will alternate between classroom presentations, practice sessions in small groups and open sessions.

This day will identify the key physiological requirements for successful, healthy and sustainable Belting as uniquely identified by the Estill Model. It is specifically designed for those who are new to Belting and who are looking for explanations about Belting technique. It will also address the myths concerning the supposed dangers of Belting and where to best use this exciting voice quality.

The day will include:

• Short introduction to the Estill Model
• Overview of the physiology of Belting
• Video and audio examples
• ‘How to’ session and problem solving
• Live demonstrations from West End performers
• Short masterclass

Anne-Marie is one of the most experienced teachers of Belt and the Estill Model in the UK and Europe and presented the first Belting workshop based on the Estill Model in 1997.

Suitable for: People new to the model; those familiar with the Model, looking for clarification nd consolidation; singers and teachers; students and professionals.

Book via the web site www.thevoiceexplained.com

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

Belting continues to be a staple of West End and Pop & Rock singing. Once the basics have been mastered, many people still find it difficult to extend their belting range over the ‘break’ or experience problems in certain repertoire.

Today we will address high end Belting on demand in difficult repertoire, identifying the underlying causes of inconsistencies and limitations and offering practical solutions.

This day will be very practical and hands on; the afternoon session will be given over to a masterclass.

The day will include:

• When to Belt for maximum effect
• Problem areas and solutions
• Belting over the break
• Improving the Belting aesthetic (aka making it sound nice…)
• Audio and video example
• Afternoon masterclass

Suitable for: NOT suitable for beginners. For people familiar with the Model, looking for clarification and consolidation; singers and teachers; students and professionals.

This course is open only to those who have already taken a Level One course.

The Level Two course teaches how EVT’s Figures can be used to mix the "recipes" for 6 voice qualities: Speech, Falsetto, Sob, Twang, Opera, and Belting.