Short Courses & Events / Archive

An Overview Of The Research Into Singing And Mental Health

Monday 11th October 2021, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (London Time)

In honour of World Mental Health Day on Sunday 10th October, we invite you to join a Lunchtime Lecture on Monday 11th October with Voice Study Centre Tutor Emily Foulkes.

This session will provide an overview of some of the key research into Singing and Mental Health with a focus on group singing. It will present some of the research specifically on Covid-19 and mental health and some of the emerging research on singing during covid.

Emily Foulkes

Emily gained a Distinction in her Master’s in Voice Pedagogy, specialising in Singing for Mental Health, Pain Management, and Trauma-Informed Practice...

Sorry, this is an archived short course...

We have plenty of upcoming short courses coming soon. See details of some of them below or look at the full list of short courses.

Neurodivergence and Critical Disability Theory
Friday 6th November 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(London Time)

Neurodivergence and Critical Disability Theory

Dr David Cane

Hosted by our very own Dr David Cane, this two-hour session offers a timely and reflective opportunity to explore disability and neurodivergence within the voice teaching studio. Grounded in the field of critical disability studies, it will be of particular interest to voice professionals who wish to foster a more inclusive, reflexive and accessible practice.

Kodaly and Dalcroze - inspired Learning for Choir Leaders!
Thursday 12th November 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)

Kodaly and Dalcroze - inspired Learning for Choir Leaders!

Amy Bebbington

Enhance your choral leadership by grounding vocal direction in physical, experiential movement. Drawing from the pioneering methodologies of Zoltán Kodály and Émile Jaques-Dalcroze, join Amy Bebbington for this practical and highly engaging session exploring how kinaesthetic gestures can revolutionize the way you lead singing.

Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills (IPAS): Online Information Session & Q&A
Monday 16th November 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
(London Time)

Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills (IPAS): Online Information Session & Q&A

Debbie Winter

Interested in developing your academic skills or exploring a pathway onto our MA Voice Pedagogy? Join our free online information session to learn what IPAS involves, how it works and whether it's right for you.