Current Workshops
Workshops help singers scientifically improve their voices through education of the anatomy and physiology of the vocal cords and connected structures, and spread awareness on vocal disorders and how to prevent them. We offer various workshops that cover topics about the science of singing and vocal health. VOCO currently has had one workshop on vocal health, and has two upcoming workshops on vocal care and pathologies and the SOVT. If you are an otolaryngologist, vocal coach, vocal specialist, etc., and are willing to help us teach a workshop, just fill out the form below and we will contact you.
Efficient and Effective Vocal Interventions on Opening Night
About the Speaker:
Katelyn Swiader, MS, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist (SLP) driven by a deep passion for both vocal health and performance. This unique combination fuels her approach to providing comprehensive voice care for singers and speakers. Her expertise shines through her work at Sound Waves Voice & Communication www.soundwavesvc.com, where she offers virtual and online vocal coaching and educational resources. Katelyn founded Sound Waves VC with the intention to provide the unique opportunity for individuals to hone in on their voice with a blended approach through voice science and artistry. At Eastern Virginia Medical School's Ear, Nose, and Throat Center, she has had the privilege of helping to build and establish the EVMS Voice Center and plays a vital role in patient care. Katelyn conducts evaluations and treatment for all voice disorders, with a particular focus on professional voice users, including singers and speakers. Katelyn is a seasoned performer with experience on both local and international stages, having performed as a soloist and in ensembles across various genres, from opera and rock to contemporary music and musical theater.​
What We Will Cover:
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Musical choices to be made for last minute vocal troubles
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Vocal exercises to gently approach the upper register
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How to identify vocal tension and prevent overcompensation
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Addressing hard onsets and the airflow through the end of phrase
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What to do while you’re not singing (best practices for vocal care)
Here's a Flyer For Our Workshop!
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