Singers, teachers and voice therapists from all over the UK and Europe travel in for courses.  Early booking is essential.

Please download an application form here or email courses@danechalfin.com.

See what people are saying about the courses at the bottom of the page!

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SATURDAY, MARCH 26 2011

THE 21st CENTURY SINGER - One Day Technique Intensive - All Levels
 

This practical course explores the latest research on postural stability, respiration and vocal anatomy/physiology, basic acoustics and aural diagnostic skills.  The focus is on how these concepts are applied to singing and singing teaching and all participants will use these tools in singing and diagnosing vocal imbalance on the day. 

Did you know?

- The diaphragm has no sensory feedback, in other words, you can't feel it.

- Higher-intensity singing (belting, etc.) requires less breath than speaking.

- Relaxation can cause some sounds to crack.

Recommended for:
Singers of all levels/styles, music/drama students, singing teachers, vocal coaches, acting/drama teachers, speech/voice therapists, producers/engineers. This course is also particularly useful for previous course attendees who want to recap and refresh.

Presented by:
Dane Chalfin

Details:
10:00-18:00. 7 hours training on one day, handouts included.
Limited to 15 participants.

Venue:
Blueprint Studios, Manchester

Fees:
£75 Early bird, book by 01/03/11
£85 Standard
£65 Student with valid ID
 
SOLD OUT

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SATURDAY, MAY 14 2011

BELTING, YELLING AND SCREAMING - Advanced

This practical workshop looks at the high-intensity aspects of singing.  Belting, yelling, and screaming are perfectly natural primal sounds that all humans are capable of producing safely and efficiently.  Unfortunately we are often discouraged from making these noises because they have been branded "unhealthy, dangerous, rude and vulgar" by society, singing teachers, choir directors, etc.  Not only will participants reclaim their right to make loud noises in the workshop, they will also learn how to support them in the body, breath and vocal tract so they can be consistently reproduced. 

Participants should be in good vocal health, have a basic understanding of vocal anatomy/physiology and good awareness of their body and technique to take part. 

Did you know?
- Belting requires less breath than almost any other sound.
- Vocal distortion is created above the vocal folds, not on them.
- High-intensity singing doesn't necessarily mean taking "chest voice" higher.

Recommended for:
Pop/rock/theatre/gospel singers, singing teachers, vocal coaches, speech therapists

Presented by:
Dane Chalfin

Details:
10:00-18:00. 7 hours training on one day, handouts included.
Limited to 10 participants.

Venue:
Blueprint Studios, Manchester

Fees:
£75 Early bird, book by 01/04/11
£85 Standard
£65 Student with valid ID

SOLD OUT

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 2011

PRIMAL SOUND - Emotion, Physiology and Sound - All Levels

Human beings are born able to make a variety of primal sounds (crying, screaming, etc.), which alert our carers to our needs.  These emotive noises are essential for survival.  Some research suggests that emotionally motivated noises, i.e. 'primal sounds' actually produce more efficient muscle coordination in the postural, respiratory and vocal mechanisms. 

This workshop will explore how primal sounds (sigh, whimper, whinge/groan, yell, scream, etc.) can be used to access new vocal qualities and add emotional depth to performance.  All participants should have one piece of repertoire prepared to perform and be coached through.

Recomended for:
Singers, actors, music/drama/SLT students, singing teachers, vocal coaches, acting/voice teachers, speech/voice therapists

Presented by:
Dane Chalfin

Details:
10:00-18:00. 7 hours training on one day, handouts included.
Limited to 15 participants.

Venue:
Blueprint Studios, Manchester

Fees:
£75 Early bird, book by 01/08/11
£85 Standard
£65 Student with valid ID

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012

APPLIED ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY- Intermediate

Details to follow

Recommended for:
Singers, actors, music/drama/SLT students, singing teachers, vocal coaches, acting/voice teachers, speech/voice therapists

Presented by:
Dane Chalfin

Details:
10:00-18:00 7 hours training on one day.

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COURSE TESTIMONIALS

"Years worth of training and a box full of tools to use to become a compelling, exciting and secure singer..."
-Hannah Northedge, vocalist/vocal coach, London

"...a MUST for any singer or vocal coach to develop their own knowledge and impart up-to-date techniques to their students."
- Su Grainger, vocal coach/singer, Liverpool

"Simply essential for any singing teacher in the 21st century."
- Craig Lees, musician/singer/composer, Leeds

"The most uplifting and enjoyable vocal coaching course I have ever attended! Truly ground breaking and sensational. Thank you."
- Jacqui Wicks, singer/vocal coach, Yorkshire

"The course is thorough and detailed while Dane's presentation is dynamic and entertaining."
- Jennifer May, singer/vocal coach, London

“Thank you for the wonderfully informative weekend. Your energy and enthusiasm for research in singing and performance is incredible and it's great that you guys are sharing this information.   I truly feel that the course has revolutionised my own singing and teaching and I can't thank you enough.”

- Barbara Amoakohene , vocal coach, ICMP London

“I can't stop talking about the weekend training we had. The two of you certainly opened my third eye. FANTASTIC!  I'm hungry for more!”

-Vic Bynoe, vocalist/vocal coach, ICMP London

“I thought Kim Chandler and Dane Chalfin were a great inspiration, and loved the energy of the course.  Learned more in the 2 days than a 3 year degree. Thank you, would love to attend another one.”

-Christina Dmytryk, singer/songwriter, Rock Choir™ leader, London

 

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