What is a level one course?  Participants are introduced to the scientific knowledge and theories that are the foundation of The Estill Voice Model.  It focuses on simple exercises called ‘Compulsory Figures for Voice’ for isolated control of 13 vocal structures that influence voice qualities.  This innovative approach optimizes the study, instruction and rehabilitation of voice.

Who should attend? Actors, singers, teachers, music theater performers, drama coaches, music educators, choral conductors, music ministers,  voice professionals,  speech language pathologists,     anyone who uses and loves the voice will find this course enriching. 

Participants in this course will have supervised practice sessions for the Compulsory Figures and open coaching opportunities to explore the integration of the figures in solo performance, choral, acting and clinical applications.

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This course is open to anyone who has already taken the Estill Level One course – singers, voice teachers, actors, clinical voice professionals, etc. The course begins with an overview of the development of the Estill Voice Model and an overview of this course. We will then work through all the voice qualities: speech, falsetto, sob, twang, belting and opera – by practicing individually and integrating them into singing and different genres of music. The days will alternate between lecture presentations, video research, audio examples, practice sessions and open sessions.

This cause is taught in English. German translation and a german assistant are available during course.

The Complete 5 Day Course in the Estill Model presented by one of the UK’s most experienced and qualified Estill experts. This five day course will comprise Level 1 (12 Compulsory Figures) and Level 2 (6 Voice Qualities) and will also include a short introduction to anatomy & physiology and a vocal health session. The daily schedule will consist of lecture presentations, video research, audio & video examples, as well as teaching and training tips. Participants will divide into small practice groups throughout the day to receive coaching in the Compulsory Figures & Voice Qualities. There will also be an Open Session in the evening which provides participants with an opportunity to sing a song or do a speech and receive expert coaching from Anne-Marie.

Suitable For:

Those new to the Model, anyone who working with the voice; singing teachers, professional singers, students and amateurs; voice, speech & drama teachers; actors. Suitable for all styles of voice, singing & speaking.

Please note the course will end 15 October 1700hrs.

Early Bird and Level One/Two costs appear below and do not include the cost of books:

• Level One (11-13 Oct) €400 (Early Bird €350 if bought before 11/06/10
• Level Two (14-15 Oct) €300 (Early Bird €250 if bought before 11/06/10)
• Levels One & Two €650 (Early Bird €570 if bought before 11/06/10)

Book via the web site www.thevoiceexplained.com

This course is open to anyone who has already taken the Estill Level One course – singers, voice teachers, actors, clinical voice professionals, etc. The course begins with an overview of the development of the Estill Voice Model and an overview of this course. We will then work through all the voice qualities: speech, falsetto, sob, twang, belting and opera - by practicing individually and integrating them into singing and different genres of music. The days will alternate between lecture presentations, video research, audio examples, practice sessions and open sessions.

This course is taught in English. German translation and a German assistant are available during course.

Advanced One Workshop

This Advanced One Workshop is open for people who attended at least one Lev One & Two Course.

The focus will be on repetition of Lev One and Two, more advanced exercises, variations of the Voice Qualities and analysis of problems & solutions / pedagogical issues.

We will work practically and integrate figures and qualities into music and also have time to focus on individual coaching/training.

Presented by Dorte Hyldstrup - one of Europe´s most experienced Estill Voice Training Course Instructors.

Registration/Info to Dorte Hyldstrup email: dortehyldstrup@dortehyldstrup.dk / tlf: +45 26 41 53 82

This course is presented by Dorte Hyldstrup - one of Europe´s most experienced Estill Voice Training Course Instructors. 

It´s open to anyone with an interest in learning about the voice, f.ex. singers, voiceteachers, actors, clinical voice professionals etc.

We will begin with an introduction to the Estill Voice Model, then work with all the figures in Level One by practising individually in small groups and integrate the "figures" into singing in different genres of music.

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

German translation will be available.

If you register for the following Lev Two Course you will save 70 euro / students: 150 euro !!

For registration & more info please contact Dorte Hyldstrup via evt@dortehyldstrup.dk tlf: + 45 26 41 53 82

Please notice that the number of studentplaces are limited.

 This course is presented by Dorte Hyldstrup - one of Europe´s most experienced Estill Voice Training Course Instructors.  

It´s open to anyone with an interest in learning about the voice, f.ex. singers, voiceteachers, actors, clinical voice professionals etc.

We will begin with an introduction to the Estill Voice Model, then work with all the figures in Level One by practising individually in small groups and integrate the "figures" into singing/speaking in different genres.

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

if you register for the following Lev Two Course you pay 600 euro for both courses and you save 50 euro !!

For registration & more info please contact Dorte Hyldstrup via evt@dortehyldstrup.dk tlf: + 45 26 41 53 82

This course is presented by Dorte Hyldstrup - one of Europe´s most experienced Estill Voice Training Course Instructors. 

The Belting Workshop is open to anyone, who like to explore this fascinating Voice Quality.

It is not required that you have taken the EVT Level One & two courses.

We will focus on essential Estill tools to develop a safe belt voice, and how to apply it to your own songs. The workshop will also cover typical problems and their solutions.

We will apply the Belting Quality to relevant songs within pop/jazz, soul, gospel and musical.

For registration & more info please contact Dorte Hyldstrup via evt@dortehyldstrup.dk tlf: + 45 26 41 53 82

Estill Voice Training es una aproximación sistemática a la enseñanza de la voz, para mejorar el rendimiento de la voz profesional cantada y hablada.Ofrece a los participantes las herramientas para descubrir la belleza en todas las voces mediante la producción de sonidos a través de 13 Figuras Obligatorias (Nivel 1) y 6 Calidades de la Voz (Nivel 2), que aíslan las estructuras independientes en el mecanismo vocal. Esto permite al intérprete escoger qué “ingredientes” combinan mejor en la receta de cualquier sonido concreto que desee hacer, de forma segura y saludable. El curso combina sesiones de teoría con la práctica en grupos pequeños.Hay la oportunidad de aplicar el trabajo a canciones y textos en sesiones Master Class.                          

 Dirigido a: cantantes, actores, periodistas, foniatras, logopedas y, en general, profesionales de la voz .

Nivel 1  - Objetivos específicos:                                       

•  Conocer las diferentes maneras de utilizar la voz sin forzarla.    
•  Mejorar la calidad vocal al aplicar las Figuras Obligatorias.
•  Ofrecer a artistas, profesionales de la voz y terapeutas la posibilidad de encontrar nuevos “colores vocales”.             
•  Reducir la ansiedad ante el uso vocal profesional y la voz.        

Functional Anatomy for Singers and Teachers
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.

Early bird registrations & full payment or $200 deposit required by Friday December 17th