University Outreach
Educational Workshops & Masterclasses for Voice Programs
Bridging voice pedagogy, vocology, and myofunctional science for singers
Advancing Voice Education
We are reaching out to explore the possibility of offering a guest lecture, workshop, or masterclass for your voice students and faculty. Our work sits at the intersection of voice pedagogy, vocology, and myofunctional science, and is designed specifically for singers—not clinicians—so that teachers and performers can better recognize when oral structure and function may be contributing to vocal challenges.
In recent years, we've seen growing interest from conservatories internationally, particularly in Nordic countries, where many singers report first learning about tongue-tie and oral restrictions during their conservatory training. This has encouraged us to expand our educational outreach to university voice programs both nationally and abroad.
Beyond Voice: Working with Instrumentalists
Our expertise extends beyond vocal pedagogy to support woodwind and brass instrumentalists whose performance may be impacted by tongue-ties or oral restrictions.
Understanding Tonguing in Wind Instruments
Tonguing is an essential articulation technique primarily used in woodwind and brass instruments to start, separate, or style notes by manipulating airflow with the tongue against a reed or mouthpiece. When instrumentalists have a tongue-tie or oral restriction, it can significantly impact their ability to execute clean articulations, maintain consistent tone production, and perform advanced techniques.
Common Instruments Affected:
Tonguing Techniques:
We can tailor sessions for wind instrument faculty and students, addressing how oral restrictions impact articulation, breath control, and overall performance quality.
Possible Session Topics
Tongue-Tie and Oral Restrictions: What Singing Teachers Should Know
Functional Tongue Mobility vs. Anatomy: Implications for Resonance, Articulation, and Breath Coordination
Case Studies with Singers Before and After Muscular Tongue-Training
Interdisciplinary Collaboration Between Voice Teachers, Functional Therapists, and Various Medical Providers
Sessions can be tailored to your program's needs and offered as:
A lecture for voice majors and faculty • An interactive workshop • A masterclass format integrating singers and applied teaching
Session Formats
Guest Lecture
A focused introduction to myofunctional awareness for voice pedagogy classes. Perfect for exposing students to this emerging intersection of fields.
Workshop or Masterclass
An in-depth, interactive session integrating theory, case studies, and practical application. Includes Q&A and hands-on learning components.
Faculty Pedagogy Session
Designed exclusively for voice faculty, focusing on advanced assessment strategies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and studio integration.
Past Collaborations & Lectures
Jessica has delivered educational sessions, masterclasses, and lectures in partnership with leading voice organizations, universities, and professional associations, bringing myofunctional awareness to singers and voice professionals worldwide.
Tongue-Tie: The Hidden Limitation Destroying Singers' Technique, Progress and Potential
A comprehensive two-part short course exploring myo tongue exercises, identifying tongue ties, human and singer symptoms, surgery process, and before/after stories.
Learn MoreMasterclass Series with Chris Kelly
Collaborative masterclasses integrating myofunctional science with performance optimization for singers and musicians.
View SeriesTongue Tie in Singers Webinar
90-minute webinar exploring how hidden tongue ties affect singers, with comprehensive Q&A for voice professionals.
Learn MoreTongue Ties & Their Effect on the Classically-Trained Voice Student
Live lecture covering discovery, symptoms, release effects, and preparation/aftercare for singing professionals. Presented in conjunction with Dr. Ahn, The Breathe Institute Affiliate.
View DetailsTongue and Lip Ties & Their Effect on Musical Technique
Collegiate lecture addressing the impact of oral restrictions on professional wind instrumentalists and vocal technique.
View DetailsWeekend Seminar
Comprehensive weekend seminar exploring tongue function, restrictions, and their impact on performance and health.
View DetailsInvite Us to Your Institution
Sessions can be tailored to your program's needs. Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch to discuss how we can support your voice program.