All Speakers Round Table
Delve into the transformative power of fear, turning it from a paralyzing obstacle into a catapult for growth. Aimed at singers poised on the brink of their next big leap, this talk navigates the intricacies of mindset management, the art of handling criticism with grace, and introduces practical tools for preparing to face fear head-on.
Harnessing Fear - Stewart Fleming
Delve into the transformative power of fear, turning it from a paralyzing obstacle into a catapult for growth. Aimed at singers poised on the brink of their next big leap, this talk navigates the intricacies of mindset management, the art of handling criticism with grace, and introduces practical tools for preparing to face fear head-on.
Vocal Injury Detection and Prevention - Reena Gupta MD
Vocal injury can be scary, in large part because it feels mysterious and out of our control to avoid. But what if you could train your ear to hear and feel injury? Dr. Gupta will give you the tools to listen for injury and how to differentiate it from inflammation or other conditions. Leave empowered with an infrastructure for injury prevention through ear training.
Strategies for Optimal Vocal Health and Performance - Jo Formosa
Learn the art of harnessing the healing power of Ayurvedic herbs like ginger, honey, and tulsi to combat laryngitis and maintain a healthy voice. This session also uncovers the benefits of incorporating the therapeutic effects of drinking hot water for throat health. We unveil these secrets to vocal vitality and equip you with actionable tips to integrate into your daily life.
Navigating the Path to Optimal Living - Jo Formosa
In this session, we will delve into the core principles crucial for holistic health and wellness, exploring the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Discover how understanding your unique body type can empower you to navigate your health journey effectively.
Voice in Motion - Chris Johnson
Using movement and body position we can influence our voice and supporting systems very quickly, and this session provides a quick framework to apply. This can help vocal performance in the moment, give us direction for our vocal work, and helps us to specifically understand how to move forward with voice trouble.
The Team Approach - Dr. Reena Gupta, Mindy Pack
Caring for a singer's voice requires more than just a vocal cord check. There are numerous missing pieces of the vocal health care puzzle that lay outside the medical space. Myofascial and whole body work, psychotherapy, nutrition, and other medical and non-medical disciplines contribute meaningfully to the singer's team. The team approach is a novel concept in singer care but has proven highly successful in preventing injury, emergency call-ins and backstage treatments, and show cancellations.