2026 Maine Music Educators Association Conference

Estill Voice Training is an anatomy-based vocal technique that has transformed my teaching and directing. In this lecture, I will present how to use a few key Estill Figures and qualities with your middle and high-school choir to improve upon their sound. Participants will experience a few Estill basics, for example, thick versus thin, torso anchor, thyroid tilt, and the difference between speech and cry/sob qualities, to help your choir excel and move audiences. I’ll present how I apply Estill to rehearsal practices, including the various prompts that have worked the best with my group.