Based on anatomy & function, not metaphor and copying
We often have disfunctional relationships with our voices.
You have more fun singing with a group than most anything else in your life, but you don’t know what your own voice sounds like.
You attend choir for years and years and give of your time or money to keep the group going, but you haven't invested in own own singing skills.
Your beloved director makes you crazy because you can’t do what she asks for.
You resent the people who take solos.
You don't really know if you sing in the correct section for your real voice.
You go home from choir every week with throat pain, and yet wanting to do it again.
You hate your voice but you love your choir.
...you may be afraid to explore your voice and find something wonderful. You might be hiding your light in a bushel. You might be denying yourself satisfying work in self-discovery. You might be denying your choir the best voice you can contribute.
...since you love your choir and you love singing with those dear people!
Laura Wayte has had all those thoughts and internal conversations.
This course replaces at least 5 private voices lessons (a $250 value)
Video-guided voice lesson
Shortened guided-voice lesson, video and audio
Support materials for vocal exercises
Video-guided posture and breathing routine
Three supplementary videos on my teaching philosophy
Two songs in two keys each, with scores and audio accompaniment
Detailed introductory videos for each song with introduction to score-reading for singers
45-minutes per day and on your own schedule!
The course is designed so you can participate on your own schedule with your 45-minutes per day practice. There will be only 3 events to attend in-real-time with other students and we will schedule those as a group to accommodate schedules as much as possible.
You will need a computer with internet streaming, speakers or headphones good enough to allow you to hear me while you are singing, and the ability to print out sheet music once in a while.
Designed for adults and young adults. You don't need to be trained or even be what people consider 'a singer'. This course is for anyone who wants to simply sing for the joy of singing, and better understand how their voice works.
Yes! Throughout the course I will hold live group Q&A sessions, or you can post questions to me or any other participant on our course discussion group. At the end of the course we will all meet for optional singing and sharing. You will not be alone in this endeavor!
You can email me directly at [email protected]. I'll look forward to your questions!
“The human voice is so intimate, spinning out like physicalized feelings searching for resonance.“ -- Laura Wayte.
For 20 years, Laura has been performing opera, song and more, and teaching singing of all styles. Her singing has been consistently praised for its lyrical expression and rich tonal qualities, and for her ability to connect with and move her audiences at the highest caliber. Laura lives with her family in Eugene, Oregon, where she gardens and helps people to sing freely and healthfully.
