The Role of the Speech and Language Therapist – Speech Pathologist – In the Modern Singing Studio

Abstract

Speech and Language therapists are holders of a large body of knowledge that can assist the singing pedagogue. They are usually part of the multidisciplinary team that assist in the remediation and rehabilitation of singers suffering from vocal pathologies, working directly on respiration, phonation, resonance and articulation. Speech and Language therapists can also be integral to the development of a solid vocal technique in students who do not have any form of vocal pathology. Assistance can be rendered to the singing teacher and student in many ways but this chapter will focus on the development of breathing and support using the Accent Method of Breathing and on the identification and remediation of faults and inefficiencies within the articulation system.