This course begins with brief review of the Level One Compulsory Figures for skill refinement, and then moves through discussion, training, and applications for each of the six voice qualities described above. With the structural control gained through Figures for Voice Control, students learn to "mix" each of the arbitrary voice quality "recipes." The advantages, limitations, and risks of each quality will be discussed, as well as appropriate application to repertoire. There will be a focus on production in the context of vocal health. Students are encouraged to bring songs and text for open coaching sessions. Prerequisite: Certificate of Attendance from a Level One Course in Estill Voice Training.

Estill Voice Training - Level II - Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities

In Level I you learn to control each of 13 different anatomical structures that effect the sound and power of your voice. Knowing  how to voluntarily adjust these 13 elements, allows you to combine them in different combinations or “Recipes”. Level II works with six voice qualities and explores their use in Folk Music, Jazz, Pop, Early Music,  Musical Theater Opera, country music, gospel, Rhythm & Blues , Ethnic and Choral singing.  Understanding how the figures effect your sound  and power also allows you greater breadth of dynamic expression, and character development.

The workshop involves Powerpoint presentations, endoscopic videos, anatomical models and slides. There are application activities and small group practices. There is a chance for individual attention in a master class format at the end of the instruction day.   The workbooks provide a complete summary of the Estill Vocal Training model. You will also learn how to read a spectragram and how it can be used to provide you with continuing feedback on how well you are executing the Voice Qualities.

Level I is a prerequisite for this course.

The course is aimed mainly for the singer, but is a valuable workshop for actors, speech pathologists and anyone who wants to gain maintain vocal health, and speak with confidence and expressive effectiveness.

You can register online at "www.StudioSingSingSing.com"

In this course you will learn to differentiate and control the various vocal structures, or Figures, associated with pitch, range, color, intensity and, most importantly, sustained vocal health. The 6 Estill Voice Qualities -- Speech, Falsetto, Twang, Sob, Opera and Belt -- will also be utilized throughout the weekend so that each new Figure will not only be explored individually, but in the expanded context of each Quality. The result: a blend of part and whole, Figure and Quality, that will send you on your way to vocal mastery!

EVT is applicable to ALL styles of speaking and singing and this course is open to anyone interested in the wonders of the human voice including singers, actors, speech language pathologists and voice teachers. Participants will apply their new skills in group practice sessions as well as in individual coaching sessions. (Be sure to bring music and/or text!) There will also be ample opportunity for questions and discussion.

A 10% fee discount is offered to those who attend the Spoken-Word Conference the week before: Die Internationalen Stuttgarter Stimmtage, Akademie für gesprochenes Wort: Richard-Wagner-Str. 16, 70184 Stuttgart, Sept 30-Oct. 3 2010.

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.

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.

This course is for anyone who would like to improve their singing or speaking voice — singers, actors, vocal coaches, drama instructors, Speech-Language Pathologists and other vocal health professionals.

Level One: Figures for Voice™ teaches the tools of the craft to add strength, clarity and stamina to your voice! Participants will use EVT’s innovative Figures for Voice™ to learn control of the vocal structures that influence voice quality. Each Figure employs exercises that will give you new vocal options for all styles speaking and singing.

Level Two combines the Figures from Level One to produce six voice qualities: Speech, Falsetto, Sob, Twang, Opera, and Belting. Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities™ offers a clear understanding of the voice’s limitless possibilities, along with how to keep it vibrant and healthy. Throughout the day, the new voice skills are practiced in small group sessions. There will also be ample time for questions, discussion, and work on individual repertoire or case studies.

Level One course is a prerequisite for Level Two. Full time student rate is half price with ID.

NATS members receive $100.00 discount for both courses. CEU credits available for speech professionals and for public school teachers.

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Note that class locations will be as follows: Oct. 7, 8, 11 in Cooper Parlor; Oct. 9, 10 in C115.

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 ”Belting Workshop” is open to anyone who should like to explore this fascinating Voice Quality. We focus on essential Estill tools – “ how to build up this exiting quality in a safe way”. We will work a lot on Body anchoring and Twang and try to apply the belting quality to relevant songs – within pop/jazz, musical and soul/gospel.

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