On-site workshop

Choral voice training – Bernadette is coming to see you!

An intensive 5-hour workshop held right at your choir’s venue. Professional vocal training for a lasting improvement in your choir’s sound!

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Workshop content

What to expect in 5 hours

The workshop is tailored to the specific needs of choirs – practical, scientifically sound and drawing on over 20 years’ experience as a singing teacher and voice coach.

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Posture & Bodywork
Good posture is the foundation of healthy singing. We will work together to understand how the body supports breathing and vocal tone, thereby improving the sound of the whole choir.
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Breathing & Breathing Techniques
Good breathing technique makes the voice sound effortless and natural. Together, we’ll explore how correct breathing helps prevent fatigue and hoarseness – particularly during intensive rehearsal periods leading up to concerts.
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Voice, Sound & Sound Development
Every musical genre has its own vocal sound – whether it’s classical, pop or gospel. Together, we’ll explore the different vocal sounds that are possible and how they’re produced. In doing so, we’ll always take your choir’s repertoire and objectives into account.
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Vocal training as part of daily rehearsals
How do I warm up my voice properly? How do I manage the register transition – particularly for male voices? What should I do if my throat feels tight when singing high notes? And how do I strengthen my voice, particularly in the upper register? Together, we’ll work on exercises and a healthy warm-up routine that can be easily incorporated into your daily rehearsal routine.
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Space for personal questions
Questions that have been on your mind for ages – this is the right place to ask them. In this workshop, you as singers will also have the opportunity to ask your own personal questions about the voice and receive tailored answers.

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What your choir will take away

A new awareness of the body and voice · A cohesive, resonant choral sound · Practical techniques for everyday rehearsals · Greater enjoyment of singing together

Prices based on journey time by train from Berlin

How much does the on-site workshop cost?

The price is based on the train journey time from Berlin – per participant, for the entire 5-hour workshop.

Zone 1
25 €
per person
Berlin, Brandenburg, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt
Zone 2
30 €
per person
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Hamburg, Bremen, Lower Saxony, Thuringia
Zone 3
35 €
per person
Schleswig-Holstein, North Rhine-Westphalia, Hesse, Northern Bavaria, Northern Baden-Württemberg
Zone 4
40 €
per person
Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, southern Bavaria, southern Baden-Württemberg

🎤 Group size: 20–35 people. If there are more than 35 participants, the choir will be split into two groups, each for 5 hours – either in the morning and afternoon on a single day, or over two consecutive days. This will be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

🏨 Accommodation allowance: Should an overnight stay be necessary due to the size of the group or the distance involved, a flat rate of €150 will be charged. This will be agreed upon in advance.

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Where is your choir based?

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Zone 1 · €25

Zone 2 · €30

Zone 3 · €35

Zone 4 · €40

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Requirements

What your choir should bring with you

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20–35 singers
A minimum of 20 and a maximum of 35 active participants. If there are more than 35 people, the choir will be split into two groups, each for 5 hours – either in the morning and afternoon on a single day, or over two consecutive days. This will be arranged on a case-by-case basis.
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Rehearsal room from 70 m²
The room must be at least 70 m² in size – for 20 participants. For larger groups, more space is required so that all singers can move around freely.
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Piano or keyboard
A playable instrument must be available on site.
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5 hours' time
The workshop lasts 5 hours straight – it’s intensive, effective and has a lasting impact.
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Catering
The choir must provide its own drinks and light snacks for the singers during the breaks.
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Casual and comfortable clothing
As we will also be doing floor exercises during the workshop, we recommend that singers bring a yoga mat or a small mat with them, and wear comfortable clothing and socks – to allow for greater freedom of movement.