Would you like to understand more about looking after your voice? In this session, designed for young singers aged 11 - 18, we'll look at all the things that affect your voice, and how you can take care of your instrument. From anxiety and diet, to sore throats and voice change - we'll explain what's going on as your voice develops. We'll also look at bad habits and risky behaviour, so you can find out the facts about smoking, drinking alcohol, and whether it's really worth keeping hydrated and having an early night before a performance. No question is off-limits - you can ask anything you like about your voice and we'll give you an honest, factual answer, including where you can go to find out more.
Olivia is an award-winning composer, conductor, teacher, and author. Her professional background is in music education where she works as a vocal coach, workshop leader, lecturer, and animateur. Olivia specialises in helping youngsters with vocal issues, drawing on her expertise in children's voices. She is the author of A Young Person's Guide to Vocal Health, which was a finalist in the Music and Drama Education Awards 2024.
Session fee: £10
Bursary session fee: £5 (15 places available)
Group fee (for 7 singers): £50
This session will be held on Zoom, with a link sent out to participants the day before. The session will be recorded, so you can either attend live or catch up with the recording at a time to suit you!