Presented by Leda Scearce 

Having a voice disorder can be a challenging experience for singers. However, with the support of an expert vocal health team, the singer can usually recover. This workshop will explore the journey of the singer from the point they first experience symptoms, through the evaluation process, rehabilitation, and finally the return to typical vocal activities, emphasizing important tools for the singing teacher as they navigate that path with their student. The workshop will include didactic instruction as well as hands-on, interactive experiences.   

Presented by Tom Burke

In this workshop, you’ll discover a novel approach to helping students access a wider range of voice qualities easily using “magic words”—phonemic prompts designed to efficiently establish the vocal fold, vocal tract, and velar configurations needed for speaking and singing across different qualities and registers. 

Presented by Joan Lader

Renowned voice teacher Joan Lader, recipient of the Tony Award Honors for Excellence in Theater and NATS 2026 NMTC Honoree, will present a performance class for all Winter Workshop attendees and NMTC semifinalists. Drawing on her extensive experience with elite performers and recording artists, as well as clinical rehabilitation, she will demonstrate strategies for building healthy, sustainable technique.