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Thirty Years of Interviews with Adolescent Boys: Why They Sing & Why They Don't

Thursday 3rd February 2022, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (London Time)

Highlights from new research will ground this discussion of what teachers can do to:

1) keep boys enrolled in choral singing during adolescence, 2) facilitate the return to choral singing by boys who withdraw, and 3) develop active and successful recruitment/retention strategies for different types of schools and choral situations.

There will be time for questions and answers with the webinar participants.

Patrick K. Freer

Patrick K. Freer is Professor of Music at Georgia State University where he currently conducts the Tenor-Bass Choir and directs the doctoral programs in music...

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Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills - Join Live!
Tuesday 13th January 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 20th January 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 27th January 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 10th February 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills - Join Live!

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.

Trauma-Sensitive Voice Professional Certificate with Dr Elisa Monti
Thursday 15th January 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 22nd January 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 29th January 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 5th February 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 12th February 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Trauma-Sensitive Voice Professional Certificate with Dr Elisa Monti

Dr Elisa Monti

Updated for 2026, this five-part certificate course is designed to help participants learn the theory and practice of trauma-sensitive approaches. The concepts and activities included are tailored to meet the needs of voice specialists who want to acquire more specific tools to navigate the space with their students and colleagues.

Certificate in Applied Voice Pedagogy with Adam Roberts
Monday 9th February 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)

Certificate in Applied Voice Pedagogy with Adam Roberts

Adam Roberts

Spring Immersive - live and interactive learning! This 12-week online programme is designed for voice professionals committed to deepening applied voice pedagogy skills and advancing professional practice. The course offers a rich environment to reflect on your teaching philosophy and develop applied pedagogical techniques. It is ideal for voice teachers, coaches, therapists, and performers seeking to bridge foundational knowledge with practical, student-centered applications.