What Is Vocal Pedagogy?

What is Vocal Pedagogy?

Pedagogy: The art, science, or profession of teaching (From Greek paidos “boy, child” plus agogos ‘leaders’)
What is it to teach voice?
- To encourage students
- To teach students in the style in which they want to sing
- To teach them in a healthy manner
You always needs to be learning!
Aiming for progress and not perfection

Good Teaching Practices

Ask for permission to use a physical prompt and remember the power dynamic of the students/teach relationship
Your safety is important! Be smart about sharing contact information, where you meet for lessons etc.
Model the behavior that you want from your student
- Be on time
- Be present
- Be aware of how you talk about yourself/your voice
Be aware of your language (good/bad, better/worse, unhealthy vs. Unsustainable)
- Be specific in your feedback - that was much more dynamic, your resonance really shone through
Do not diagnose your students with medical conditions.
- You are not a qualified therapist, ENT, Laryngologist or doctor
- Its your job to listen and recommend but not diagnose

Teaching Strategies