Spotlight Seminars > Open Studio: Mature Voices

Open Studio: Mature Voices

During this online masterclass, Julia worked one-on-one with four singers, all of whom are between the ages of 65-78. She guided each singer through the vocal exercises that are succeeding in keeping their voices strong, their vibratos shimmering, and their vocal ranges unchanged. These singers demonstrated six crucial types of vocal exercise that keep voices healthy after menopause and andropause, including:

• Vocal cord closure exercises

• Stretching and thinning the vocal cords

• Agility exercises

Each singer also sang a brief song or excerpt from their repertoire .

What does each Open Studio masterclass include?

• A brief overview of the technical topic by Dr. Julia Nielsen

• Four working singers, each of whom will spend approximately 25 minutes working with Julia on vocal exercises and on a short repertoire excerpt of their choice

• Q&A

• Access to the video of the masterclass for 30 days after the live event, for all registrants

How do I participate in Open Studio masterclasses?

Although this is not a “workout" format for attendees, like most Co-Vo classes are, it is not a normal master class either (i.e., where participants traditionally sit quietly as passive observers). Since you can remain muted on Zoom, you will be welcome to “try out” all the exercises that the working singers try—to find out what works for you!

Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024
Time: 10:30am–12:30pm (PT)
Cost: $40 (discounted multi-class passes can be used for Open Studio sessions!)

Level: All levels

Recording available! A recording of the masterclass will be available for 30 days after the live event (through August 13, 2024) for those who cannot or did not attend in real time, or who wish to review the program.