Stefan Holmström
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Stop the insanity: Mary McDonald Klimek on the Estill approach to breathing
Mary McDonald Klimek , a speech-language pathologist and founding partner of Estill Voice International, has been such an integral part...
Stefan Holmström
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3 ways Estill Voice Training helps my singing - and how it can help you, too
When I first discovered Estill Voice Training in 2003 I was a member of the cast of Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre in...
Stefan Holmström
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How to tackle tongue tension
Many singers and speakers experience tongue tension, but why is it so common? Take a look at this MRI image of me. You can clearly see...
Stefan Holmström
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What is your tongue really doing when you speak Swedish?
One of the trickiest parts of mastering Swedish is the pronunciation. Get it right and not only are you understood, you feel like you're...
Stefan Holmström
Jan 3, 20223 min read
3 ways larynx control can help your singing
Larynx control may sound a bit dull, but in fact it's just the opposite. It's a super skill for singers because it unlocks a world of...
Stefan Holmström
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5 signs of tongue root tension
Tongue root tension is a very common issue experienced by singers and speakers alike. There are many causes of tongue root tension, but...
