Tongue Training
Understanding the influence of the tongue in ease of voice production, resonance and clarity!
| Date | Sunday, October 4, 2026 |
| Time | 5:00:–8:00: (UTC) |
| Venue | Online |
| Price | £95.00 |
| Early Bird | £75.00 (enter code EARLYBIRD at checkout, valid till 10/2/2026) |
| Student | £45.00 (enter code STUDENT at checkout) |
Experienced teachers are well aware of the crucial role that the tongue plays in effective diction but many are less aware of its impact on two other essential vocal components: access to the entire range and controlling acoustics.
Tongue tension is the cause of many vocal problems but the lack of sensation in the tongue root in particular can make dealing with this tension extremely difficult. Knowing what to do once the problem has been correctly identified is another skill.
This workshop will identify common problems for which the tongue is directly responsible and offer practical help in overcoming these in a variety of commonly encountered situations from the teaching studio to the rehearsal room and differing performance environments.
Attention will also be given to the importance of speech training for both speaking and singing.
Topics covered to include:
- Review of anatomy of the tongue
- Tongue tension and its effect on vocal function (and how to release it)
- Why vowel modification is a problem (and unnecessary)
- Unique insights offered by Estill Voice Training
- Exercises and practice
- Examples and performance application
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF ESTILL VOICE TRAINING NOT REQUIRED
Suitable For: For those new to the Estill Voice Training and those with experience; anyone working with the voice - SLTs, singing teachers, professional singers, students and amateurs; voice, speech & drama teachers; actors. Suitable for all styles of voice, singing & speaking.
© Anne-Marie Speed
Cancellation Policy: In the event that a participant wishes to cancel their place on the course they are entitled to the following refund: 4 weeks or more = 90% refund Between 4 -1 weeks = 25% refund From 1 week to the day of event = no refund (under any circumstances, including illness) Should The Voice Explained cancel a course, a full refund will be offered.
Please note that tutors and content may change from that advertised without notice.