What is the musical philosophy here at Speech Level Singing Queensland: School of Music?

 

The schools philosophy is founded on the objective of Speech Level Singing technique itself: To move the singer as quickly as possible toward Singing Songs

For students playing their instruments: To move the musicians as quickly as possible toward Playing Music

Under what circumstance was the SLS technique developed?

With the ever changing world of the music industry twisting and turning at break-neck speeds, Seth Riggs (founder of SLS), realized that most voice teachers were not giving their students the direction they needed to survive (vocally) in the business. Over nearly half a century Seth has developed his ‘speech level’ technique and training process to keep up with the demands the entertainment industry places on performers. Whether they be rock, pop, musical theatre, operatic singers, actors or anyone who needs to use their voice in their profession, Seth’s method is their, not only preserve the health of the voice, but to enhance the vocal performance itself.

How does this philosophy translate into the SLSQ private tuition?

The objective is to individually evaluate and then determine the student’s needs. Then cater for those individual needs and coach them toward our ultimate objective: Playing Music / Singing Songs. Whether it is musical theory or technique the individual student is catered for with a correctly balanced program. We also encourage ear training which is vital for both singers and instrumentalists alike. After all, you can’t eat, drink, throw or kick music; you can only listen to it.

 “The study of musical theory is the
justification of why music sounds good.”

We also want to convey to the students the many options open to them in where music can lead. We keep in contact with recording facilities, artist development specialists, live performance avenues, educational facilities and practical workshops, all to open the minds to different facets of music.

 “The idea of education is, not to fill minds,
but rather open them.”