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Cross Training Musical Theatre Singers

Thursday 14th October 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (London Time)

The vocal skill required for a successful career in musical theatre today is worlds removed from what was expected 30 years ago.

To be competitive and stay competitive, singers must have resilient flexible voices and the stamina to survive eight shows a week.

Cross-training voices in classical and vernacular techniques ensures a balanced instrument, adaptable to a multitude of styles.

This workshop will focus on playful ways to produce a wide range of vocal sounds, tracking speaking and singing as a single integrated arc.

Mary Saunders Barton

Mary Saunders Barton is a Penn State Professor Emeritus, currently residing in New York where she maintains a private professional voice studio. She is an adjunct...

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Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills - Join Live!
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Debbie Winter

Are you ready to elevate your academic journey? Hosted by our very own Debbie Winter, join our comprehensive Introduction to Academic Skills course, designed to equip you with essential tools and strategies for success in higher education. Perfect for bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate study, this course offers a pathway to our full MA for students without an existing degree. We offer both live, interactive sessions and standalone, pre-recorded content.

Mastering Vocal Vibrato: The Science of Production and Perception
Tuesday 24th June 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)

Mastering Vocal Vibrato: The Science of Production and Perception

Professor Helena Daffern

Is vocal vibrato something that can and should be consciously controlled? What makes a ‘good vibrato’ and is there such a thing as ‘healthy’ and ‘unhealthy’ vibrato? Vibrato is a common musical feature, and yet it remains a controversial topic amongst pedagogues and singers. Join Professor Helena Daffern where she will dive into these and other aspects vibrato!