Last Thursday’s online short course with Dr Kari Ragan allowed participants a close insight into her fantastic work and knowledge within the vocal pedagogy field.
Kari used the help of three volunteer participants to demonstrate techniques from her latest book ‘A Systematic Approach to Voice: The Art of Studio Application’.
She first listened to the volunteers perform a song (each in a particular genre) then demonstrated practical exercises with the performers in aid of improving their practical application.
In the short video below, taken from the workshop, Dr Kari Ragan gives tips on sustaining notes for ageing voices.
We had so many lovely comments, and a huge thank you goes out to those who attended, our volunteer singers and of course Dr Kari Ragan; we look forward to our next session!
Dr Kari Ragan
Singer, author, and voice pedagogue Kari Ragan holds degrees from the University of Washington (DMA) and Indiana University (MM, BM). She was the recipient of the prestigious Van L. Lawrence Award (2012), the NATS Foundation Pedagogy Award (2009), and the Wicklund Singing Voice Specialist Certificate (2010), and she was selected as a Master Teacher for the NATS Intern Program in 2021.
Recent Posts
VSC Alumna Launches New Vocal Training App!
Voice Study Centre
Friday 30th January 2026VSC & UWTSD alumna Juliet Russell launches 'Do Your Sing', a powerful new vocal coaching app designed for today’s singers. Learn more about her journey and exciting new venture.
Read More...
Our 2025 Highlights: 16 moments that made last year unforgettable
Voice Study Centre
Wednesday 7th January 2026
Student & Alumni News
A Voice Geek’s Christmas: Performing Frozen with Tahirih Vejdani ❄️
Voice Study Centre
Friday 19th December 2025We love seeing what our students get up to outside the MA, especially during the festive season. In this blog, our Voice Pedagogy student, Tahirih Vejdani, takes us behind the scenes of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, sharing the joys, challenges, and excitement of performing in a holiday show. 🎄✨
Read More...