Vocal Pedagogy
Honoring the Masters. Sharing the Journey.
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The mission of VocalPedagogy.com is to honor the past and present masters of Vocal Pedagogy, to learn from them, and to share in the journey of beholding the endless miracles, abilities, and beauty of the human voice.
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Monthly Featured Article
Every month we feature a vocal pedagogue who has helped shape our understanding of the voice.
Wendy LeBorgne
Voice Pathologist, Singing Voice Specialist, & Vocal Athlete Consultant
Dr. Wendy LeBorgne is a renowned voice pathologist, international speaker, bestselling author, and distinguished executive communication coach. With over two decades of experience, she stands as a leading figure in voice, communication, and the realm of vocal athletes, blending the artistic and scientific aspects of voice to influence and impact others profoundly. Her innovative work on Voice Branding™ has been highlighted in a notable TED talk, showcasing her insights into authentic and engaging communication.
Vocal Pedagogues in History
Many wonderful people have dedicated their lives to further our understanding of how the voice works
Willard R. Zemlin
Speech Language Pathologist, Educator, Researcher, and Author
“Each of us who is concerned with the rehabilitation of speech, language and hearing should be able to visualize the anatomical structures involved, to understand their usual functions, and to hypothesize how they might function under adverse circumstances.” – Willard R. Zemlin
Franziska Martienssen-Lohmann
Performer, Teacher, Researcher, and Author
Martienssen-Lohmann viewed singing as a human art requiring both a deep connection to the source material and infallible technique. She believed that the vitality of opera was inextricably linked to the quality of its singers, who play an active role in shaping the art form.
Emma Seiler
Voice Teacher, Researcher, Author
“The foundation of all art is science, and singing, in particular, must unite the two in perfect harmony to achieve true expression.” – Emma Seiler
Meet Our Contributors
The people who make this site a reality
Aramat Arnheim-Sharon
Contributor
Aramat Arnheim-Sharon is a well-known voice coach located in Israel. She is the founder of ILVA – Israeli Voice Association – and also the Israeli Chapter for PAVA (Pan American Vocology association).
Fiona Currie
Contributor
Fiona has been teaching for over a decade and is the founder of The Voice Diaries vocal studio. She focusses on vocal health and technique to ensure her singers have the right tools to enjoy longevity in their careers and continue to find joy through singing for many years to come.
Theodora Ivanova Nestorova
Contributor
An active pedagogue, Theodora has curated innovative curricula and serves as a course lecturer/instructor at McGill University and Framingham State University while maintaining a private voice teaching and diction coaching (especially Slavic languages) studio, and teaching with Virtu.Academy and The Vocal Coaches
Emily Hatch
Contributor
Emily is the founder of Colorado Voice Studios with locations in Denver, Grand Junction, Fort Collins, and Loveland. She has been the Vocal Director for several children’s productions including Matilda, Grease, Fiddler on the Roof, 13 The Musical, and High School Musical.
Marcelo Saldias O’Hrens
Contributor
Marcelo Saldias O’Hrens is a Chilean Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in voice therapy and voice training. At the University of Chile, Marcelo works as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, and a Clinical Professor of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Ajhriahna Henshaw
Contributor
Ajhriahna Henshaw is an educator, performer, and researcher in the field of contemporary singing.
Justin Stoney
Creator
Justin Stoney is the Founder of New York Vocal Coaching and an internationally recognized Voice Teacher and Vocal Coach. He is also the host of “Voice Lessons To The World” and the author of “Sing Like Never Before.”
