Vocal Techniques 3


Learn more advanced vocal techniques to help you sing with more power and precision.

Building on the approaches taught in the first two courses in this series, this four-week course is designed to address issues with vocal tension, breath control, and inconsistency in your dynamics. You'll learn how to release unnecessary strain in your throat, with a focus on the role of the tongue, jaw, and soft palate. Through the appoggio breathing technique, you'll develop proper breath support while maintaining a relaxed throat.

The course teaches you how to improve dynamic control through balancing breath pressure, resonance, and space in your throat. You'll learn how to achieve better airflow precision, including how to engage your vocal folds efficiently and release tension in your upper register. Armed with these techniques, you'll then explore approaches to developing a strong artistic brand and build your online persona as a musician.

By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to sing with more freedom and consistency, ensuring that your vocal performance is both powerful and effortless. Armed with a series of practical exercises for your voice and insights from the course, you’ll be prepared to tackle vocal challenges and confidently pursue your music career. You’ll also have a strong sense of your artistic identity and how to present yourself effectively in the digital music landscape.

What you will learn:

✔ Identify and release tension in your tongue, jaw, and throat, achieving optimal vocal sound for your chosen genre
✔ Develop more advanced breath management techniques that allow you to control dynamics with ease
✔ Refine your vocal technique to sing with greater precision
✔ Craft your unique artistic brand and build a strong online presence

Prerequisite skills:

Next Session

Jan. 12 - Feb. 8, 2026

Teen and adult sections

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Tuition

$299

Rates increases Jan. 1

Ages

Teens: Grades 6-12

Adult Learners: 18+

Expert guidance
Receive direct, personalized feedback from a professional artist.
Learn on your own schedule
Explore meaningful instruction in about five hours a week, over four weeks.
Collaborate
Work with your instructor and peers through messaging or optional real-time weekly classes.
Real growth
Develop artistic skills and projects that are important to you in 30 days.
  • Computer or mobile device with Internet and camera. Internet speed must be at least 1.5Mbps download and 800Kbps upload. For students using a mobile device, download the Canvas mobile app and select “Interlochen Online” as your school.
  • Journal or notebook
  • A straw
  • Metronome (free option)
  • Optional: The Inner Game of Music

No, course sections are designed for their respective age groups, either for adults (students 18 and older) or young people (students under 18).

Yes, there are eight sessions of courses per year. View the academic calendar for more session dates.

Interlochen Online certificateThis is one of three courses needed to complete the Vocal Techniques certificate program.

Our online arts certificate programs are perfect for...

Adults looking to boost their creative résumé and LinkedIn profile

Teens who want to earn high school credit for their passion 

Upon completion of the program, you will receive a physical certificate and a shareable digital certificate. Certificates for students under 18 are accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS); high school-age students will also receive an official transcript to share with their current school for consideration for high school credit.

Interlochen Online's Learning Experience

World-class. Inspiring. Flexible.

Amber Cierra Merritt

Instructor of Voice

Questions? Speak with an Advisor.

Email: online@interlochen.org 

Phone: 231.276.5990 

You can also schedule an appointment.

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Vocal Techniques online course