ARTISTIC SPEECH TRAINING

The artistic speaking training for actors and singers covers the entire spectrum of vocal, speaking and acting skills in the field of performing arts and musical performance in a song. This requires a fundamental, holistic education of the voice.

Text work is about integrating pronunciation, articulation, speech melody, modulation, text design, role work and expression into the vocal process. The goal is to develop a transparent articulation by maintaining the voice quality without losing voice resonance. In this context we explore how the intention affects body tension and sound quality. A balanced state of body tension accompanies the mental process. The special requirements for stage actors as well as film actors are considered in the training.

CASTINGS & AUDITIONS PREPARATION

I guide you through vocal presence, flexibility, and character-specific vocal expressions, as well as the interpretation of songs. With a professional performance coach, you’ll also work on stage presence, presentation, interpretation, and acting scenes.

Apart from the artistic abilities and musical performance, many auditions and entrance exams assess vocal abilities and stability. If a singer’s or actor’s voice is perceived as weak or likely to break down under intense work, they may be deemed unsuitable. To avoid this, it’s crucial to have your vocal stability evaluated by an experienced coach and receive the necessary training beforehand.

VOICEWORK FOR GROUPS

Integrating your voice into a group’s sound while maintaining musical vision, being aligned with the musical objective, and personal expression requires a keen awareness of your vocal abilities. Beyond achieving tonal unity within the group, individual voice training is essential. Vocal freedom is crucial for following the conductor’s or director’s instructions and meeting the demands of the repertoire.

I offer exclusive voice workshops or ongoing coaching for groups. This includes group sound unity work and individual coaching within the group, tailored for vocal groups, choirs, bands, music or theatre productions, and studio projects. I can travel to your rehearsal or performance location.

Some voices are naturally pleasant, leaving a lasting impression and evoking emotional responses. Each voice is shaped by individual physiology and personal history. The impact of our voice on others, our professional success, and how our mood influences our voice are often underestimated. As a direct reflection of our state, our voice bridges thoughts and environment. 

Does your voice in professional or personal settings reflect who you are or how you wish to be perceived? Fortunately, voices can be trained and changed. In professional life, voices anchored in the body are often perceived as clear, deep, strong, or warm, projecting reliability and confidence. This effect stems from a combination of body, breath, posture, and open resonance.

A particularly expressive voice emerges when we stand “behind it” with both body and inner attitude, often described as speaking “from the gut.” This is a learnable and practiceable process, blending physiology, technique, and psychology. A powerful, anchored voice enhances presence, charisma, and even self-esteem.

THE VOICE TRAINING

In voice training for speakers, we first explore how and when the voice changes, whether intentionally or not. We analyze vocal self-image, public perception, and respiratory patterns, addressing any disorders. The goal is to develop a free, supported vocal sound that resonates effortlessly, whether speaking loudly or softly. By incorporating singing techniques, we can enhance resonance and vocal sustainability over time. My physiological-functional approach promotes natural voice and breath regulation, ensuring long-term vocal health.

Workplace challenges can affect voice and breath, leading to issues like breathlessness, strained voice, hoarseness, or throat tightness. We address these patterns with regenerative exercises that align with physiological needs, enabling successful communication. Transforming artificial vocal techniques that limit authentic expression is crucial to unlocking vocal potential.

We also work on breath and voice to enhance the creative use of text, integrating pronunciation, articulation, and expression into the vocal process. This includes developing transparent articulation while maintaining voice resonance. We explore how intention affects body tension and sound quality, aiming for a balanced state that supports the mental process. Ultimately, we develop a professional speaking voice that effectively conveys content and intent in a coherent and consistent manner.

PERFORMANCE COACHING

Voice training for speakers goes hand in hand with performance coaching. With our performance coach you will prepare lectures, presentations, meetings, job interviews in an individual performance work. The focus here is on professional storytelling, presentation and structuring, optimisation of the speech manuscript, presentation techniques, body language, gestures, self awareness, dealing with critical audiences, the stage situation, dealing with and overcoming stage fright, presence and charisma, convincing and successful communication with business partners and supervisors, talking in front of camera and more.