Deepen your Estill skills in this three-day Estill Voice Training® Advanced Course in Tampere, Finland, June 10–12, 2027. The course is taught by Dorte Hyldstrup, EMCI-ATP-SD, and Antti Annola, EMCI.
The course is taught in English. Support in Finnish is available upon request.
Course at a Glance
- Estill Voice Training® Advanced Course
- Tampere, Finland, June 10–12, 2027
- Three-day advanced Estill course
- Language of instruction: English
- Support in Finnish available upon request
- Course Instructors: Dorte Hyldstrup, EMCI-ATP-SD, and Antti Annola, EMCI
- Prerequisite: completion of Estill Voice Training® Level 1 & 2
- Early Bird price available until March 31, 2027
Deepen Your Estill Skills
Welcome to deepen your Estill Voice Training® skills in this three-day Advanced Course in Tampere, Finland.
The course is designed for participants who have completed Estill Voice Training® Level 1 & 2 and wish to deepen their understanding of the Estill Voice Model and its application to a variety of singing, voice use, and teaching situations.
The course begins with a concise review of Figures for Voice™ and the Six Voice Qualities™ (Speech, Falsetto, Sob/Cry, Twang, Belting, and Opera), followed by a deeper exploration of Voice Quality variations and combinations.
The course explores practical ways of applying the Estill Voice Model to different stylistic and artistic choices while maintaining efficient and sustainable voice production.
Through practical exercises, listening analysis, and exploration of different musical styles, participants will deepen their understanding of how the Estill Voice Model can be applied to create a wide range of vocal and stylistic choices.
For singing teachers and vocal coaches, the course also provides practical tools for analysing vocal challenges and selecting targeted exercises and strategies to help students achieve their artistic and technical goals.
Course Content
Topics covered during the course include:
- review and further exploration of Figures for Voice™
- Six Voice Qualities™: Speech, Falsetto, Sob/Cry, Twang, Belting, and Opera
- Voice Quality variations and combinations
- applying the Estill Voice Model to different musical styles
- practical voice exercises
- listening and analysis of vocal choices
- exploring stylistic and artistic choices
- analysing vocal challenges
- practical tools for singing teachers and vocal coaches
- Open Session
The course concludes with an Open Session, where participants can apply the concepts explored during the course to their own singing and voice use.
If you would like to work on a song during the Open Session, you may bring a backing/karaoke track or sheet music with chord symbols if accompaniment is desired.
Who Is the Course For?
The course is designed for those who have already completed Estill Voice Training® Level 1 & 2 and would like to deepen their Estill knowledge and skills.
The course is particularly suitable for:
- singers
- singing teachers
- vocal coaches
- actors
- speech and voice professionals
- those pursuing Estill Voice Training® certification
- professionals who use Estill Voice Training® in their work
Prerequisite
Completion of the official Estill Voice Training® Level 1 & 2 course is required.
Course Language
The course is taught in English.
Course Instructors
Dorte Hyldstrup, EMCI-ATP-SD (Denmark)
Dorte Hyldstrup has worked professionally with the voice as both a singer and teacher for more than 35 years. She has taught voice at leading institutions including the Rhythmic Music Conservatory, the Danish National Academy of Music (DKDM), the Institute of Music Science, music schools, and numerous professional training programs throughout Scandinavia and Europe.
Since 2000, Dorte has taught more than 200 Estill Voice Training courses across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Ukraine, Russia, and Greece.
Her journey with Estill Voice Training began in 1988, when she travelled to New York to study directly with Jo Estill. In 1991, she organized the very first Estill course in Denmark and had the privilege of working alongside Jo Estill as her assistant for the following nine years. Today, Dorte is recognized as one of the world’s most experienced and respected Estill educators.
Antti Annola, EMCI
Antti Annola is an Estill Mentor & Course Instructor (EMCI), singer, and voice pedagogue from Finland. He is the first Finnish EMCI and has been teaching Estill Voice Training® for more than a decade.
Antti has taught voice at universities and other educational institutions across Finland, including the Theatre Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki, working with singers, actors, and other voice professionals.
Alongside his teaching career, Antti is widely known as the tenor of the internationally acclaimed Finnish a cappella group Rajaton. His performing career spans classical singing, jazz, musical theatre, and contemporary music. Through his work with Rajaton, he has also performed with numerous symphony orchestras across Europe and North America.
In his teaching, Antti combines extensive performing experience with modern, evidence-informed voice pedagogy.
Course Fees
| Course Fee | Early Bird until March 31, 2027 | From April 1, 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Regular price | €490 | €525 |
| Student price | €450 | €490 |
Course Venue and Schedule
The course will take place in Tampere, Finland, from Thursday to Saturday, June 10–12, 2027.
The course days will run approximately from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Minor changes to the schedule are possible.
The exact course venue will be announced later.
Registration
Registration takes place in two steps:
- Register for the course through the official Estill Voice International registration page.
- An invoice for the course fee will be sent to the email address you provide within a few business days. Your place on the course is confirmed once the course fee has been paid.
Cancellation Policy
Course registration is binding. Course fees are non-refundable if a participant cancels their registration or is unable to attend the course.
However, participants may transfer or sell their place to another person, subject to the waiting list, if applicable.
The Course Instructors reserve the right to cancel the course due to force majeure or insufficient enrolment. In such cases, participants will be offered a place on another Estill Voice Training® course whenever possible. If this is not possible, the course fee will be refunded in full.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I attend the Advanced Course if I haven’t completed Level 1 & 2?
No. Completion of the official Estill Voice Training® Level 1 & 2 course is required to attend the Advanced Course.
What language is the course taught in?
The course is taught in English. Support in Finnish is available upon request.
Who is the Advanced Course for?
The course is designed for those who have completed Level 1 & 2 and would like to deepen their understanding of the Estill Voice Model and its practical applications. It is suitable for singers, singing teachers, vocal coaches, and other voice professionals.
Do I need to be Estill-certified?
No. Estill certification is not required. Completion of Level 1 & 2 is sufficient to meet the prerequisite.
Does the course include individual coaching?
The course concludes with an Open Session, where participants can apply the concepts explored during the course to their own singing and voice use with guidance from the Course Instructors.
What should I bring for the Open Session?
If you would like to work on a song, you may bring a backing/karaoke track or sheet music with chord symbols if accompaniment is desired.
Is there a student price?
Yes. A reduced price is available for full-time students: €450 during the Early Bird period and €490 from April 1, 2027.
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