2016 – singing with joy in their hearts

We just l love these guys… The Sydney Street Choir ‘stole the show’ in 2015.. and will be back @ Paddington Town Hall for  their encore performance at ‘Sing-it-Sydney’ . Catch them on 17th April from 7pm, be uplifted and inspired as they share the spotlight with some of Australia’s most recognised talents. ….BUT theyContinue reading “2016 – singing with joy in their hearts”

love the magic of those vocal folds

The planning and waiting has come to an end, and the day has arrived to celebrate those teeny vocal folds and say thanks for all their hard word. Across the world there are over 500 events happening in 52 countries, and Australia is right up at the pointy end in 8th place globally. This weekContinue reading “love the magic of those vocal folds”

it’s not too late to register

We are really at the pointy end now … your last chance to register for any of the previously profiled WVD activities. Australian Voice Association – FREE Professional Development     Brisbane,Sydney,Hobart  (click to register)  FREE Voice Check ~ Sydney Voice & Swallowing – call for appointment FREE World Voice Day workshop for Speech Pathologists, Singing/Spoken Voice Teachers,Presenters and Speakers in the PerthContinue reading “it’s not too late to register”

take a peek @ larynx in action

Get ‘up-close and personal’ with the larynx of Dr Per-Åke Lindestad in WVD Headquarters Sweden. If you have never seen a vocal tract in full flight, take  a quick look at this short video where Per-Åke bears all for our viewing pleasure. larynx in action    

teachers … your chance to WIN

A teacher’s voice is one of their most valuable assets, but prolonged daily use, in often ‘less-than-ideal’ environments, can lead to voice strain and long term damage. However, this is not inevitable; and with proper care a teacher’s voice can be just as strong at the end of their career, as it is at theContinue reading “teachers … your chance to WIN”

vocal tune up

If you are a singer, vocal performer or professional voice user, World Voice Day is a perfect time for a tune up. Sydney Voice & Swallowing @ St Leonards are happy to open their doors and provide FREE vocal assessment by Specialist ENT and Speech Pathologist, complete with high quality recordings and analysis. You willContinue reading “vocal tune up”

a teacher’s voice matters

Across the globe, teachers are by far the biggest group of occupational voice users; and yet frequently they are not trained in the proper use of their most valuable asset. While the attached article was produced and circulated for WVD last year, it acts as a reminder of the importance of good vocal habits, soContinue reading “a teacher’s voice matters”