YELL WELL or BELTING SAFELY
HONG KONG, 2009
“Excellent. Thank you Alison. This is the 1st workshop which I feel satisfied with myself when leaving the room. Particularly like the hands-on experience and individual belting experience.”
E.M. Speech Therapist
“My understanding of voice has totally changed, I understand more of how to produce voice safely and its mechanisms.”
T.K.M. Speech Therapist
“I feel fruitful after the workshop – I really have learnt something.”
A.W. Speech Therapist
SCOTLAND, UK, 2006
“Brilliant beyond words. I am a singer/storyteller using my voice to the maximum every day. The anatomy and techniques in the workshop were very relevant to my needs as my voice was in distress. Techniques of voicing and singing using Alison’s Twang and Belting have changed how I will use my voice forever.”
L.R. Singer/Storyteller
“It was a liberating and challenging workshop, well organised and encouraging.”
L.R. Speech and Language Therapist
“Excellent, enjoyable, rewarding! It makes you more aware of your own voice with quick and user friendly results.”
J.V. Music Teacher/Singer
“Highly informative and useful. This workshop was highly relevant for voice clients and was FUN!!!”
S.J. Speech and Language Therapist
“Excellent course overall and so practical that I feel I can use the techniques and practise them to use with clients.”
S.C. Speech and Language Therapist
“Excellent, very valuable workshop. It will change the way I work with voice patients – I am inspired.”
A.M. Speech and Language Therapist
CHRISTCHURCH, NZ, 2003
“I have realised things are possible for me and my voice that I thought were out of reach for me. I understand the mechanics of my voice now too! I gained confidence with myself and my voice! I feel I can have access to more of my voice now.”
L.B. Jazz Singer
“I wish I had had an opportunity to do this workshop years ago. I feel my performance would be at a higher level now. You spoke in a language that was easy to understand.”
N.W. Entertainer and Manager
“I now understand how my throat/voice is physically constructed and what the various parts that contribute to the sound of my voice actually do, where they are positioned and their capacity for movement or manipulation. I believe it gives a thorough, research and science based teaching on how the voice is affected by how we set ourselves up. It gives a greater understanding of how your body (voice devices) work. A firm grounding in my instrument – finally! Alison provides a holistic approach to voicing techniques which cater to each person in the group – making us all feel valued. For me, it whetted my appetite, armed me with new tools and skills and yet left me looking forward to more!”
S.S. Singer
PLYMOUTH, UK, 2002
“I’m a singer who has had nodules and wish I had experience of this workshop before. I would recommend the workshop to anyone who uses their voice for projection on a regular basis. Very impressive and fun.”
H.L. Professional Singer
“It has had a tremendous effect on my singing and speaking voice. I am clearer and not straining. Very interesting and also a lot of fun. Challenging but satisfying.”
S.M. Professional Singer/Actor
“It’s simply crucial for voice therapists to be exposed to this. The model should form the foundation of voice therapy training in my opinion. Safe, enlightening – something special.”
P.H. Speech/Language Therapist
“It opens doors and lets light shine through the darkness in more ways than one. It is both scientifically sound and spiritually rich and exciting. Well organised, hit the nail on the head.”
E.K. Speech Therapist
“We all got results – felt more confident about the use & ability of my voice in general and more control as a result. Extensive, functional, educational, practical.”
D.A.Singer/Composer/Recording Artist
SYDNEY, AU, 1999
"I am still using the skills/techniques you imparted to me during the workshop last year. I know it was THE best thing that I have ever done for my career. Not only did it give me the tools for knowing how to use my voice properly but working with you gave me a strong sense of self-empowerment."
P.C. Entertainer
WELLINGTON, NZ, 1998
"The logical process and development was so good. The participants were quickly drawn in to the overall scheme and became a supportive team. It was totally enjoyable."
G.B. Singing Teacher
MELBOURNE, AU, 1998
"Extremely empowering, logical & progressive building of knowledge and experience."
L.M. Professional Singer
"Like building a volcano and then helping it erupt."
M.L.H. Audiologist
MANCHESTER, UK, 1998
"A fascinating insight into the working capacity of the voice. A superb opportunity to explore ones own voice and to gain ideas for therapy. It has given me a confidence in approaching voice therapy which previous knowledge has not facilitated."
E.H. Speech/Language Therapist
MILDURA, AU, 1998
"High quality information. Excellent group dynamics. Fun and informative."
A.C. Psychiatrist/Singer
SYDNEY, AU, 1998
"Totally uplifting and reinvigorating. After 20 years as a professional singer I feel that I have only just begun my career."
T.G. Professional Singer