DISCOVER YOUR INNER POWER AS YOU IMPROVE YOUR VOCAL POWER.
SINGING FOR SELF-CARE
offers two signature online courses which combine singing technique with health.
QUICK OVERVIEW
BIO-HACKING YOUR BRAIN WITH SINGING
takes a deep-dive into how singing affects the brain.
Learn how to utilize various elements of singing technique to "bio-hack" your system, which provide powerful tools to overcome hardships, interrupt negative feedback loops, and help forge a path of self-mastery and growth.
FULL RELEASE
is all about overcoming common singing hurdles.
Discover how your voice heals your heart, and your heart heals your voice. Uncover the psychological blocks that manifest as physical tension and technical obstacles in your singing, and how to move past them with full love and acceptance.
Few things compare to the power of the human voice.
It isn't something reserved for world-famous singers, or speakers who've changed the world with their speeches.
You have an innate force within you, that when aligned, has the capacity to transform your health and mood, and then positively impact the lives of others.
The first step is go within. Your voice, body, mind and emotions are inextricably linked. They need to be treated as such.
My courses aren't just about singing technique and vocal science, they take into account your physical, emotional and psychological world.
These aren't just tools for improving your singing voice, these are tools to feel empowered.
YOU AND YOUR VOICE ARE PRACTICALLY MAGIC.
Why SINGING is one of your most powerful tools for SELF-CARE
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Bio-hacking your brain with Singing
Learn fundamentals of singing technique, and how you can "bio-hack" them, so you can upgrade your self-care practice.
This is a self-directed course that can be completed in your own time via the online workspace here.
Course Curriculum Overview
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MODULE 1: SINGING AND ANXIETY
- Introduction to hacking the autonomic nervous system
- Diaphragmatic breathing masterclass
- Deep breathing meditation
- Dealing with post-Covid 19 chronic anxiety
MODULE 2: THE MEDITATIVE VOICE
- The vagus nerve
- Exhalation and legato masterclass
- The pharyngeal and laryngeal nerve branches
- Introduction to vocal toning
- Semi-occluded vocal tract exercises
- Guided singing meditation
MODULE 3: SINGING FOR SELF-CARE
- Releasing happy hormones
- Music therapy techniques for low mood
- Introduction to neuroplasticity
- Affirmations and mantra
- Guided singing meditation
MODULE 4: SINGING OUT
- Managing stage fright
- Creating a pre-performance ritual
- My favourite off-stage technique for confidence and charisma
- The power of social singing
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Full Release
A self-directed course for deep healing and release. Understand and work through the psychological blocks which can manifest as technical issues in your singing. Achieve full vocal and emotional release.
Course Curriculum Overview
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MODULE 1: STAND IN YOUR POWER
- Introduction to alignment
- Guided singing meditation for grounding
- Journaling exercise 1
MODULE 2: CREATIVE FLOW
- Pelvic floor release exercise
- What is breath support?
- Guided singing meditation for support and flow
- Journaling exercise 2
MODULE 3: COMPLETE CONFIDENCE
- Diaphragm release massage and stretching
- Diaphragmatic breathing class
- Guided singing meditation for deep breathing
- Journaling exercise 3
MODULE 4: OPEN HEART
- Healing through movement class
- Introduction to power poses
- Guided singing meditation for healing
- Journaling exercise 4
MODULE 5: SPEAK YOUR TRUTH
- Jaw release massage and stretch
- Tongue release massage and stretch
- Guided singing meditation for free expression
- Singing without muscle tension
- Avoiding vocal strain
- Journaling exercise 5
MODULE 6: PSYCHOLOGICAL BLOCKS
- Identifying blocks and how to move past them
- Vocal placement
- Amping up your vocal power
- Guided singing meditation for surrendering
- Journaling exercise 6
MODULE 7: CONNECTED ARTISTRY
- Singing as a spiritual practice
- Collaborative singing
- Guided singing meditation for connection
- Journaling exercise 7
SINGING TRANSFORMED MY LIFE
I used to do anything to stay small.
I was constantly scared and apologetic.
Desperately fighting for validation from others.
I couldn't talk to strangers, and in my wildest dreams I wouldn't have seen myself ever being able to sing in front of 10 000 people.
But the more I sang, the more I realised it is truly
expansive.
Not only did my voice and confidence grow, but so did my heart.
Singing helped me love myself.
"I transformed from a nervous beginner, to having the confidence to tackle anything in front of me." - Emma
" ...transform vocal phobics, such as myself, from self doubt, into mature performers who understand that to be able to speak is to be able to sing." - Kevin
"Her lessons helped me develop the skills and confidence to audition for music at university." - Brydie
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Hi! If we haven't been introduced, my name is Livia Brash.
I'm a professional operatic soprano, voice teacher and the founder of Singing for Self-Care.
Singing transformed my life, and it's my passion to connect others with their own inner strength through the medium of singing technique.
I'm passionate about vocal pedagogy, completed my Masters of Music degree on scholarship and love the whole technical side of singing, but this is just the tip of iceberg.
As the daughter of two psychiatrists (yes, really), my attitude towards singing has always had an undercurrent of being through a mental health lens.
The more I learned about singing, the more I realised it is powerful method of self-care, when you know how to use it.
You can learn more about my teaching background and philosophy here.
