Pedagogy-Informed Voice Science: An Essential Partner to Science-Informed Pedagogy

Abstract: The American Academy of Teachers of Singing (AATS), founded in 1922, is comprised of internationally recognized singing voice experts. AATS periodically publishes position papers such as this one, an update of “In Support of Fact-Based Voice Pedagogy and Terminology” (2014). AATS recognizes the value of science-informed pedagogy, while acknowledging that facts evolve and urges a companion “Pedagogy-Informed Voice Science” in light of recent research in cognitive neuroscience. AATS encourages an integrated approach to voice pedagogy requiring both scientific research and voice practitioner insight. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, voice practitioners and researchers can mutually enhance both the validity and applicability of voice science.