The Transformational Voice Research Network is a collective of researchers and practitioners committed to advancing the social impact of voice pedagogy and voice science through critical approaches to methodology.
The goal of the TVRN is to encourage practitioners and researchers to critically evaluate the holistic impacts of dominant research methods on voice practitioners: teachers, performers, students, clinicians and scientists. It aims to support researchers at all stages to explore transformational methodologies, which embrace non-dominant, non-hierarchical, and non-linear paradigms. The TVRN is a space for researchers and practitioners to discuss and debate the possibilities and limitations of wide-ranging methodologies, to learn from each other, form supportive partnerships and collaborations, and contribute to dissemination of, and public engagement in, research findings.
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engage
in discussion and debate to further the work of the TVRN
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encourage
all voice practitioners to collaborate and explore
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explore
non-dominant research methodologies for a more inclusive approach to voice research
how to use the network
This website contains resources and links to related organisations, to further discussion, alongside blog posts from the organising collective.
EVENTS
Events are held monthly. DISCUSSION GROUPS discuss a chosen paper, shared in advance. TALKS invite a singing practitioner/researcher to present on a chosen topic.
next event:
who are we?
the organising collective
Jenna Brown
Based in Bristol, UK. Jenna is currently pursuing a PhD at University College London. Her research often employs feminist research paradigms.
Emily bender
Based in California, USA. Emily focusses her research on social justice pedagogies and decolonising practices.
samyukta
ranganathan
Based in New York, USA. Samyukta’s research aims to bridge the gap between scientific vocal technique and the oral traditions of Classical South Indian music.
natasha burns
Based in Southampton, UK, Natasha focuses her research on empowering singers using Acceptance and Commitment Coaching.
abigail
mann-daraz
Based in Portsmouth, UK. Abigail’s research focusses on working with marginalised groups, employing neurodiverse-sensitive pedagogies.
tessa
smith-whicker
Based in Leeds, UK. Tessa’s research area is focussed on Assessment in HE for Singers of Popular Music styles, using a decolonised, culturally appropriate framework.
our network is always expanding…
connect with the network
To connect or collaborate with the network, please get in touch