Vocal Techniques Certificate Program
Unlock your vocal potential as you develop personalized warm-up routines, build your vocal agility, and deliver effortless and powerful performances.
Taught by a world-renowned vocalist, the Vocal Techniques certificate program consists of three four-week courses designed for adults and teens. The program can be completed at a pace that works for you and offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into your craft while showcasing your achievements with a credential from Interlochen—an impressive addition to your résumé, college application, or LinkedIn profile.
For students under 18, the Music Theory Basics certificate program is also an engaging way to earn high school credit. It’s ideal for students looking to challenge themselves beyond their school curriculum or to supplement their homeschool studies.
The following vocal courses make up the certificate program, and must be taken in sequential order:
Voice for Beginners 1
✔ Identify the anatomy and related functions of the vocal apparatus and employ strategies for maximizing vocal health
✔ Identify your voice type, select appropriate repertoire, and explore genres that align with your vocal strengths and interests
✔ Develop focused practice sessions, including efficient warm-up and warm-down routines, and create a consistent practice schedule to optimize your vocal progress
✔ Leverage tools for overcoming performance anxiety and strategies for handling mistakes during performances
Voice for Beginners 2
✔ Develop techniques to improve vocal endurance and breath control
✔ Increase vocal agility and dexterity, learning to navigate complex vocal passages with precision
✔ Prepare for live performances by applying effective vocal techniques and performance strategies
✔ Create personalized pre-performance routines, utilize memorization techniques, and integrate feedback to enhance your live performance skills
Voice for Beginners 3
✔ Identify and release tension in your tongue, jaw, and throat, achieving optimal vocal sound for your chosen genre
✔ Develop more advanced breath management techniques that allow you to control dynamics with ease
✔ Refine your vocal technique to sing with greater precision
✔ Craft your unique artistic brand and build a strong online presence
Learn and save: Students who enroll in the certificate program will receive a discounted rate by registering for all three online vocal classes as a package.
Certificate programs comprise three four-week courses, providing deeper training in an artistic discipline or area of study. Students who enroll in a certificate program will receive a discounted rate by registering for all three courses as a package.
Each Interlochen Online course is designed to be inspiring and flexible with weekly learning units that combine video segments and guided instruction that you can complete on your own schedule. Combined with that learning is an optional weekly hour-long video class meeting, where you can learn from you instructor and interact with fellow students in real-time. You will also interact regularly with your instructor and peers through messaging inside the learning environment, including receiving personalized feedback on your work from your instructor.
Upon completion of the program, you will receive a physical certificate and a shareable digital certificate. Certificates for students under 18 are accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS); high school-age students will also receive an official transcript to share with their current school for consideration for high school credit.
Tuition
$ 897 $799
Ages
Teens: Grades 6-12
Adult Learners: Ages 18+
Questions? Speak with an Advisor.
Email: online@interlochen.org
Phone: 231.276.5990
You can also schedule an appointment.
Online Certificate Programs in the Arts
Learn on a schedule that works for you
Expert instruction and personalized feedback
Connection with peers from around the world
Coursework that supports your creative expression