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Only certified teachers can teach Vocal Combat Technique.

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VCT Private 1:1 Vocal Coaching
VCT Private 1:1 Vocal Coaching
US$150.00

Purchase a one hour session with D’Arcy Smith for voice, dialect, voice direction, or vocal combat training.

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Vocal Combat Technique - Free Intro Webinar 2 - Friday October 2nd 9AM ET, 2PM BST
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Vocal Combat Technique - Free Intro Webinar 2 - Friday October 2nd 9AM ET, 2PM BST
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Vocal Combat Technique is hosting a free webinar for Voice Teachers and Coaches.

VCT Certified Teachers will talk about the principles and methods of Vocal Combat Technique as well as offer tips on how to deal with scenes with vocal extremes and combat. This event is for voice teachers, directors, or stage combat directors who work with actors.

The event will finish with a Q and A about Vocal Combat Technique Certification Program.

Friday October 2nd 9AM ET, 2PM BST

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Vocal Combat Technique - Free Intro Webinar 1 - Wednesday, Sept 16 5:00 pm ET, 9pm GMT
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Vocal Combat Technique - Free Intro Webinar 1 - Wednesday, Sept 16 5:00 pm ET, 9pm GMT
US$0.00

Vocal Combat Technique is hosting a FREE webinar for Voice Teachers and Coaches.

VCT Certified Teachers will talk about the principles and methods of Vocal Combat Technique as well as offer tips on how to deal with scenes with vocal extremes and combat. This event is for voice teachers, directors, or stage combat directors who work with actors.

The event will finish with a Q and A about Vocal Combat Technique Certification Program. Wednesday, Sept 16 5:00 pm ET, 9pm GMT

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By request: ONLINE OR in-person

We offer in-person Vocal Combat Technique classes by request. Simply let us know your location and the date you’d like to arrange and we’d be happy to discuss scheduling a class.

Teacher Training and CERTIFICATION

  • Phase One: VCT Fundamentals in Vocal Extremes

    20 hours
    Online
    Fee: $1500

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    This phase will focus on your ability to model and perform the main sounds of Vocal Combat Technique and perform the target sounds at an industry level standard. It will culminate with you performing a series of vocal extremes.

    Phase One Evaluation

    VCT teachers must be able to model the target sounds on a consistent level. You will be evaluated on your ability to perform the required sounds both in a healthy and sustainable way and to the industry standard.

  • Phase Two: In-Person Training

    18 hours over 3 days
    In-person
    Fee: $1500
    (not including travel or accommodation)

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    This phase will comprise two sections. The first is the physical methods of VCT to help actors. The second will be an exam where you illustrate your ability to illustrate the required sounds in a healthy manner both vocally and physically.

  • Phase Three: Teacher Training

    20 hours
    Online
    Fee: $1500

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    This phase will focus on your ability to coach and teach VCT to other people. Sounds to watch out for, methods to guide and coach actors in session or prepare them for a session. It will culminate with you teaching a workshop or coaching an actor in the VCT basic progression.

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