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 & Voice Science, 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
Each month we feature a professional who has helped shape our understanding of the voice.
Sten Ternström
Professor of Music Acoustics and Voice Acoustics
Sten Ternström is Professor of Music Acoustics and Voice Acoustics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. His research interests center on technical aspects of human voice, in speech and in singing, such as implementing measurements and simulations of voice-related signals.
Vocal Professionals throughout History
Many wonderful people have dedicated their lives to further our understanding of how the voice works.
Mira Zakai
Singer, Voice Teacher and Voice Pedagogue
“Some words from my heart…. Five years have passed since your passing but not a day goes by without thinking about you or remembering things you had said to me. It is so incredible how much love and care you have shown me. We sang many concerts together, you were the experienced Diva, and I, a young singer although already with an international career, but standing on the same stage with you was exciting and scary at the same time. When I heard your voice live for the first time during rehearsals my jaw dropped. All your inner beauty flowed out of your throat which made it almost impossible to get up and sing after you. One of the more special experiences was singing duets together and a special memory is our “Elijah” in Prague, one of the most spiritual concerts ever (Conducted by Mo Eli Yaffe). Mira, you were always so positive and supporting, in the way only you could. Your wisdom was so life changing, you had given me many professional and personal advice which affected choices in my personal life and career. You had a healthy view on life and on our profession. You were a master in alternating personal and professional reality. In our life, there are very few people that we can trust, but you were always of the purest intentions. Mira, I shall miss you all my life, your kind eyes and your kind spirit. There are no singers as you or people in the world. I am grateful for every minute we got to share on stage and off stage. Please watch over us from above! I know how proud you were to be an ambassador of Israel. Thank you for everything.” – Prof Sharon Rostorf-Zamir, Head of voice at the Buchmann Mehta school of music, Tel Aviv University
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.
Meet Our Contributors
The people who make this site a reality
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.
Tiago Cruz
Contributor
Tiago Cruz is a professional singer and singing teacher with over 25 years of experience, initially performing in classical singing and more recently in popular 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.”
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.
Ajhriahna Henshaw
Contributor
Ajhriahna Henshaw is an educator, performer, and researcher in the field of contemporary singing.
Melissa Treinkman
Contributor
Melissa Treinkman is a professional opera singer based in Los Angeles and a passionate vocal technician. She is endlessly fascinated by vocal pedagogy and cherishes the opportunity that she has to help others experience vocal freedom.
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.”
