Vocal Pedagogy Workshop

Texas Woman’s University is proud to host the 2025 Summer Vocal Pedagogy Workshop, featuring acclaimed vocal coach and author Andrew Byrne.

This interactive workshop will provide innovative insights into the connection between neuroscience, athletics, and vocal training.

Workshop Overview

This year’s workshop will focus on The Singing Athlete, Andrew Byrne’s unique approach to vocal training that integrates brain-based learning techniques with physical movement to enhance vocal performance. The event will include interactive presentations, masterclasses, and Q&A sessions designed for choir directors, voice teachers, and students.

Schedule of Events

Friday

Morning Session

Introduction to The Singing Athlete
- Interactive session with PowerPoint presentations
- Vocal warm-ups and stretches

Afternoon Session

Masterclasses (one-on-one coaching with singers)
Wrap-up & Q&A
- Discussion and preview of Saturday’s topics
- Break (same format as morning session)

Saturday

Topical Presentations

Stage Fright & Performance Anxiety
TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) and Its Impact on Singing

Workshop Conclusion

Summary of key takeaways
Final Q&A session

About Andrew Byrne

Andrew Byrne is the founder of The Singing Athlete, a cutting-edge vocal training system combining neuroscience and movement science. He has coached performers from over 75 Broadway shows and worked with television productions such as America’s Got Talent and Penny Dreadful: City of Angels. Byrne is also a master practitioner of Z-Health, a functional applied neuroscience program for athletic trainers, which he incorporates into his vocal training methods.

Who Should Attend?

Choir directors
Voice teachers
Musical theatre professionals
Speech-language pathologists
College and high school voice students
Singers of all genres interested in expanding their vocal technique

Registration Information

Further details on registration, fees, and location will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates!

For inquiries, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Tarr, Coordinator of Vocal Studies at jtarr@twu.edu

Page last updated 3:30 PM, April 17, 2025