What You Need to Know About Vocal Health!

Good vocal health is a must for all voice users, but especially for singers who make ever-increasing demands of their voices. 

This course covers the absolute need-to-knows of vocal health and hygiene. 

Grounded in evidence-based science, overseen by a professional speech and language therapist, and referencing work from some of the industry's top voice specialists, this is the information you need to know to build a solid groundwork in vocal hygiene and health.

* Please note this course does not cover the topic of rehabilitating a singer after suffering a serious vocal injury, but does contain a wealth of information which may cross over with the area of vocal rehabilitation.

What You'll Learn

  • Day-to-Day Vocal Hygiene

    The foundation of maintaining a healthy and functional voice.

  • Recognising a Problem

    Learn about the clues, signs, and symptoms to look out for.

  • Myth Busters

    Vocal health is full of “old wives’ tales” and concoctions, but what does the science say?

  • Downloads

    Download handy references for use within your studio as well as an example letter to a GP.

  • Finding Help

    The process to seek professional help, and understanding the tools of the examination.

  • Much more

    Including performing when ill, nebulisers, returning to singing after illness, and more!

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • A Message From Your Instructor

    • How to use this course

    • Copyright Notice

    • Disclaimer
  • 2

    To Start....

    • Foreword from Carrie Garrett (SLT)

    • The Puzzle

    • This Course
  • 3

    Vocal Health vs. Vocal Rehab

    • The Difference

    • Why Is It Important?
  • 4

    General Vocal Health

    • Vocal Hygiene

    • General Vocal Health - PDF DOWNLOAD

    • Vocal Warm-up / Cool Down
  • 5

    The Role of the Singing Teacher

    • The Role of the Singing Teacher
  • 6

    When Is Something Wrong?

    • When Is Something Wrong?

    • 1. IMPAIRED ABILITY TO VIBRATE

    • 2. IMPAIRED CLOSURE OF VOCAL FOLDS

    • 3. CHANGES TO THE VOCAL TRACT

    • 4. PSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEM

    • (5. NEUROLOGICAL PROBLEM)

    • Endoscopy

    • Vocal Fold Swelling Check
  • 7

    Vocal Health Issues

    • Larynigitis

    • Pharyngitis / Sore Throat

    • Acid Reflux

    • Allergies

    • Asthma

    • Menstruation / Contraceptive Pill

    • Tonsillitis

    • Mucus / Phlegm / Coughing

    • Muscle Tension Dysphonia
  • 8

    I Have To Perform

    • I Have To Perform

    • 1. Treat The Infection

    • 2. Minimise Symptoms

    • 3. Modify The Performance
  • 9

    Steam or Nebuliser?

    • What Is The Difference?

    • What Liquid Should I Nebulise?

    • So Which Should I Do?
  • 10

    Vocal Massage / Manipulation

    • Vocal Massage / Manipulation
  • 11

    Returning Voice After Illness

    • Returning Voice After Illness
  • 12

    Myth-Buster

    • Coffee

    • Honey and Lemon

    • Throat Sweets

    • Smoking / Vaping

    • Ibuprofen

    • Sipping Water

    • Room Temperature Water

    • Anti-inflammatory Ointment

    • Dairy Products

    • Removing Wisdom Teeth

    • Playing Wind Instruments

    • Whispering
  • 13

    Serious Vocal Problems

    • Serious Vocal Problems

    • Vocal Rehabilitation
  • 14

    Finding Professional Help

    • Finding Professional Help
  • 15

    Quick Reference Guide - FREE DOWNLOAD

    • Vocal Health - Teacher's Quick Reference Guide
  • 16

    Finally

    • Finally...

    • Before you go...

    • Future Courses - What's On Your Wishlist?

    • References

Know Your Essential Vocal Health

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