0.15 ASHA CEUs

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NJSHA Student Member – $5
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Student Non-Member – $30

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Presenter:  

Cory Pinto MA, MVP, MS, PhD
Cory is an Assistant Professor at Hofstra University in the Department of Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences. He holds a Master of the Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Montclair State University, Master of Voice Pedagogy from Westminster Choir College of Rider University, and an M.S. in Educational Technology from Ramapo College. A former music teacher and current voice teacher, Cory brings a diverse skill set to both his clinical and academic work. His clinical interests focus on voice instrumentation, gender affirming voice care, and singer’s vocal health. He also founded a clinical program for transgender group voice therapy at Montclair State University. Cory has presented his work at several conferences, including ASHA and NJSHA, and has published research in the Journal of Voice on the perception of vocal effects during singing. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Cory is an active researcher, managing NIH-funded projects on biofeedback therapy for speech and voice disorders at Montclair State University and conducting acoustic data analysis at New York University’s BITS Lab.

Abstract:

Working with singers presents unique challenges for clinicians, as the language of voice therapy and the language of artistry often don’t align. This presentation will explore how clinicians can bridge the gap between clinical terminology and the artistic language of vocal performers, offering insights into the intersection of voice science and artistic expression. Drawing on real-life clinical examples and personal experiences, the session will highlight effective communication strategies between clinicians and singers, and provide practical techniques for integrating therapeutic methods into vocal warm-ups and daily practice.

Focusing on the complexities of the singer’s voice, this presentation will examine how to assess vocal needs from both a clinical and artistic perspective, while respecting the nuances of a singer’s individual style and goals. Additionally, preliminary data from the scientific community will be shared to underscore the importance of understanding the unique needs of vocal performers in clinical settings. Clinicians will walk away with actionable tools for engaging vocal artists, fostering productive clinician-singer relationships, and tailoring treatment plans to optimize vocal health without compromising artistry.

This integrated approach to voice therapy emphasizes collaboration, communication, and a holistic understanding of the voice—essential for clinicians working with this dynamic and demanding population.

Learner Outcomes:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify effective communication strategies for bridging the gap between clinical language and the artistic language of singers, fostering a collaborative relationship between clinicians and vocal performers.
2. Integrate therapeutic techniques into vocal warm-ups and daily practice routines, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to the specific needs of singers without compromising their artistry.
3. Apply an integrated approach to voice therapy by understanding the intersection of voice science and artistry, enabling clinicians to assess and treat the singer’s voice from both a clinical and artistic perspective.

Time-Ordered Agenda

90 minutes

• 5 Minute intro
• 5 Minute listening activity
• 10 minutes review of pedagogical language
• 10 Minutes of practice
• 5 Minutes of how to talk to a singer during an evaluation
• 10 minutes of modifying traditional speech warmups into a singing warm up.
• 10 minutes of resonance tuning for singers.
• 5 Minutes of practice.
• 10 minutes of a typical session
• 5 minutes of wrap up
• 15 minutes for questions

Continuing Education and Disclosure:

Satisfactory Completion Requirements:

Certificates of completion will be awarded after active attendance at the entire presentation, submission of a completed evaluation and submission of a completed assessment of learning. There is no partial credit. A link to the online assessment and evaluation will be provided.

Presenter Disclosure:

Financial Disclosures:
Cory Pinto MA, MVP, MS, PhD will be receiving an honorarium from NJSHA for this webinar. He will be referencing his place of employment, Hofstra University and Montclair State University,

Non-Financial Disclosures:
Cory Pinto MA, MVP, MS, PhD has no Non-Financial Disclosures.