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A Voice and Beyond

#173. Embracing Neurodiversity in Voice Pedagogy with Dr. Shannon Coates Part 1

A Voice and Beyond

Dr Marisa Lee Naismith

How To, Self-improvement, Performing Arts, Education, Arts

5 • 1.1K Ratings

🗓️ 21 July 2024

⏱️ 51 minutes

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This week on A Voice and Beyond, we are diving into the very important topic of neurodiversity. We are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Shannon Coates for a compelling two-part interview on neurodiversity-affirming voice pedagogy. Dr. Shannon has been a strong advocate for fostering inclusivity, developing support strategies, and enhancing our understanding of individual student needs within the singing voice community. Her efforts aim to normalize and eliminate the stigma surrounding neurodiverg...

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