THIS IS YOUR BODY ON SINGING – A Somatic Voicework™ Webinar Series

Dates: Mondays, November 21, 28, December 5, 12
Times: 6:00-8:00 PM EST
Cost: $150/$200 USD ($150 USD for Somatic Voicework™ graduates of at least Level I; $200 USD for those who have not completed any of their Somatic Voicework™ levels. $50 USD COVID-19 discount already applied to both totals)

Week I: Breathing (November 21)
There’s a strong emphasis in singing training on “breathing.” Every singing teacher has their own approach. Why are there so many? Which one works? What’s best? Come see!

Week II – Brain/Body, Voice/Body, Musicality/Artistry (November 28)
Your artistry is created by the fluid use of both your body and your mind. Your brain must know and understand how to generate the sounds you want to make. Each aspect is equally important. Join us.

Week III – The Voice Inside-Out/Outside-In (December 5) with Surprise Special Guest!
Should we think about the sound as it goes out into the world around us or should we think about how we create it in our throats? Either way works. Is one approach better? Let’s take a look.

Week IV – What Is Embodied Singing? (December 12)
When we feel safe and secure in our bodies, we are comfortable. Controlling the body allows us to sing freely. That connection comes from sensory awareness, cultivated as part of singing training. It’s vital.

Please note: due to the nature of this course, refunds cannot be given under any circumstances.

Register here.

Jeanie will be teaching a Teacher Training Day and the Teacher Support Group on Sunday, February 5, 2023.

The Teacher Training Day Workshop is from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. The Teacher Support Group Workshop is from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Both are on Sunday, February 5, 2023. There is a 15 minute break midway in each and a 30 minute break between the two. You can do one or both. The cost for one is $85 and for both is $150.

The Teacher Training Day is for graduates of at least Level I. Teachers work with each other in pairs and Jeanie supervises. Any participant is allowed to audit (only watch), or sing and not teach, or teach and not sing. Participants who have not taught in prior TTD sessions will be chosen first.

During the Teacher Support Group Jeanie works with the students of three teachers to provide “guided advice” to proceed in their lessons. We typically take the students of the first three people who ask, but we go with new teachers whenever possible.

After payment is made if you can’t attend, you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance to get a 75% refund, cancelling with less than 48 hours notice the refund is 50%, and cancellation on the day, no refund. Payment on PayPal or Venmo at lovetri@thevoiceworkshop.com. Please register with your full legal name along with your email so we know who you are!

Please note: if you would like to audit (view only) the teacher training day or support group, simply register and you will receive a video link to review the selected sessions. Participants will have 12 months to review the video archive from the workshops.

The workshops are limited to just 10 participants, so register early.

Date: Sunday, February 5, 2023

Teacher Training Day: 1:00 to 4:00 PM EST Teacher Support Group: 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Register here.

Jeanie will be teaching a Teacher Training Day and the Teacher Support Group on Sunday, October 23, 2022. 

The Teacher Training Day Workshop is from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. The Teacher Support Group Workshop is from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.

Both are on Sunday, October 23, 2022. There is a 15-minute break midway in each and a 30-minute break between the two. You can do one or both. The cost for one is $85 and for both is $150.

The Teacher Training Day is for graduates of at least Level I. Teachers work with each other in pairs and Jeanie supervises. Any participant is allowed to audit (only watch) or sing and not teach or teach and not sing.

During the Teacher Support Group Jeanie works with the students of three teachers to provide “guided advice” to proceed in their lessons. We typically take the students of the first three people who ask, but we go with new teachers whenever possible.

The workshops are limited to just 20 participants, so register early.

Register here.

Please note: Sunday, October 23rd’s Teacher Training Day is currently full for participants who want to be guaranteed an opportunity to teach with Jeanie Lovetri’s feedback. Participants can still sign up for the Audit-Only option to observe the day. If you would like to work with Jeanie in the November Teacher Training & Support Weekend, Register ASAP to guarantee your spot: https://somaticvoicework.com/registration-for-teacher-training-day-and-the-teacher-support-group-november-2022/

Sunday, Sept. 11

Working with kids, teens and young adults

Many teachers of singing who do private lessons or who work with choirs have questions about vocal health, appropriate range, good musical choices and making adjustments for age and ability.  Come find out about all of this. Jeanie has worked with all populations and a very wide range of ages, abilities and capacities. This large population of fledgling singers deserves high-quality vocal training. Let’s look into that.

Sunday, Sept 18 Functional Problems – What Causes Them and What To Do About Them

Very few singers have no vocal issues or challenges as they progress in their lives as singers. Which issues should be addressed first, which ones are more challenging to solve, and what would realistic expectations be for specific issues? Seeking answers? You will get them.

Sunday, Sept. 25

Belting – The Dominant Style in 21^st Century CCM

The most popular topic in singing training is always belting. There can never be enough information about belting – what is it, how do you do it healthfully, does it interfere with classical singing, and should everyone be a belter? Want answers? Join us.

Sunday, October 2

Working with Seniors – Re-kindling The Voice and Body

It is very possible to sing for your entire life. There is much research to prove the body responds to exercises at any age. Working with an older adult who wants to sing, or someone who might not have sung for decades or who has specific age-related limitations, it is possible to bring singing back to those who seek it. Want to volunteer or have a student who would be willing to work with Jeanie? Send us a 60 second video.

Dates: Sunday September 11, 18, 25, October 2

Times: 1:00-3:00 PM EDT

Cost: $200 USD for Somatic Voicework™ graduates of at least Level I; $250 USD for those who have yet to complete any Somatic Voicework™ levels

Register here.

Dear Somatic Voicework™ Community,

We are extremely excited to announce a completely free webinar series running for four consecutive Mondays, starting May 30th from 6:00-8:00 PM EDT. 

If you cannot participate in real-time, register using the link below and you will receive access to the video archive from the webinar series. Participants will have one week to get caught up on any missed material. 

Please share this link with voice teachers, choral directors, fellow singers, your students, and anyone you know who may be interested in joining this free webinar!

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Jeanie LoVetri breaks down the scientific underpinnings of vocal exercises. Why do they work? How do they work? When should you use/which ones?

As always, for those who cannot complete the webinar series in real-time, all participants can complete the course at their own leisure. All participants will have access to the video archive for 12 months from the final day of the course.

Week I (April 25) – What’s in a Vocal Exercise?

Jeanie LoVetri breaks down the scientific underpinnings of vocal exercises. Why do they work? How do they work? 

A traditional academic-style lecture will be followed by a practical exploration of the work with Jeanie demonstrating with members of her Somatic Voicework™ Faculty. 

Week II (May 2) – Exercises Under A Microscope

One of the most common requests is to watch Jeanie teach and have her narrate step-by-step what she is hearing and why she is choosing each specific exercise. 

This webinar will feature Jeanie LoVetri working with one or two singers and narrating step-by-step her thought process as she moves from exercise to exercise. 

Week III (May 9) – Vocal Training for Developing Artists

Vocal exercises, vocal fitness regimes, and training plans differ based on the demographic of students a teacher is working with. This webinar will explore working with children, high school and college-aged students.

A traditional academic-style lecture will be followed by a practical exploration of the work with Jeanie demonstrating with student volunteers. 

Week IV (May 16) – Vocal Training for Professional Artists

Why should advanced professionals continue to take lessons? This webinar will explore the vocal demands and training regimes for professional singers, and how a voice teacher best serves professional singers. 

A traditional academic-style lecture will be followed by a practical exploration of the work with Jeanie demonstrating with two elite professional singers. 

Dates: Mondays April 25, May 2, 9, & 16, 2022

Cost: $200/$250 USD for those who’ve already completed at least Level I of their Somatic Voicework™ training; $250 USD for those new to Somatic Voicework™. 

For those who cannot complete the webinar series in real-time, all participants will have access to the video archive for 12 months from the final day of the course.

Please note: refunds cannot be offered for this course under any circumstance.

Register here.

Why do singing voice exercises work — and when they don’t work, why not?

As always, for those who cannot complete the webinar series in real time, all participants can complete the course at their own leisure. All participants will have access to the video archive for 12 months from the final day of the course.

Week I: Strength vs. Tension, Beauty vs. Power (Sunday, March 6th)

Week I will break down some of the most successful vocal exercises down to their component parts, exploring the science of what is really happening when we make different sounds, and deconstruct the when/why of choosing different vocal exercises.

The academic discussion of the exercises will be followed by a practical exploration of the exercises with Jeanie LoVetri demonstrating and working with her esteemed faculty to highlight the successful execution of the various vocal exercises.

Week II: The Source-Filter Model of Vocal Production (Sunday, March 20th)

Week II will explore the interconnected relationship between the vocal folds and the vocal tract. What part of our vocal apparatus is responsible for what? How do these areas interact? How do you isolate them? How do you know what to fix when something goes wrong?
The academic discussion of the exercises will be followed by a practical exploration of the exercises with Jeanie LoVetri demonstrating and working with her esteemed faculty to highlight the successful execution of the various vocal exercises.

Dates: Sunday, March 6th & Sunday, March 20th
Time: 3:00-5:00 PM EST
Cost: $125 USD for those new to Somatic Voicework™ ($25 COVID-19 discount already applied); $100 USD for those who have completed at least Level I of their Somatic Voicework™ training (additional COVID-19 discount already applied).

Register Here

The course enrollment is full and registration is now closed. Please email Jerry@thevoiceworkshop.com to be placed on waiting list.

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