Utah Performance Voice Conference 2024

Annual Utah Performance Voice Conference 2024

Date: Saturday, April 13, 2023

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Location: Price Theatre Arts Building (PTAB), Rm 109, University of Utah campus,

332 S 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT

In celebration of World Voice Day, University of Utah Health presents the Annual Utah Performance Voice Conference. We invite physicians, otolaryngologists, speech language pathologists, faculty, singing coaches and voice instructors to join us for a day of instruction and collaboration with nationally and internationally acclaimed voice professionals.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Attendees will learn about the science behind clinical and pedagogical approaches to prevent or care for voice problems affecting performing artists. Topics include scientific and clinical expertise regarding voice science, speech-language pathology, vocal coaching/acting/singing instruction, medical/surgical management, and pedagogical instruction on the speaking and performance voice of the performing artist.  

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the scientific, physiologic, clinical and pedagogical perspectives associated with vocal challenges due to posture and breathing issues due to asthma, COVID, and irritable larynx syndrome.

2. Identify and describe the scientific and clinical perspectives regarding the signs, symptoms, and approaches to evaluate and manage voice-related issues associated with breathing and airway issues.

3. Identify and describe the implementation of posture and balance using the Alexander Technique to become aware of and eliminate habitual patterns that may hinder the freedom of body and voice.