Fusing her unique background in both science and music, Heidi has combined her passions to expand the frontiers of evidence-based vocal pedagogy.
Her deep understanding of the contemporary research on singing in the brain has resulted in the creation of popular courses, lessons, lectures, and master classes which strive to embrace the whole individual— bringing joy back to the art and daring us all to “think outside the (voice) box”.
After suffering a nearly career-ending cranial nerve injury, Heidi utilized her research background towards self-rehabilitation. She defied predictions by returning to the art she loves and has thrived in her professional singing and teaching ever since.
In addition to performing, Heidi spent over 10 years at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music leading the vocal physiology course for the collegiate division and teaching in the pre-college and continuing education programs. She also teaches applied voice at UC Davis. Heidi now maintains her flourishing teaching career in her private studio and through her numerous course offerings. She has written and lectured about many aspects of the neuroscience of singing including motor learning, play, songbirds, emotions, biofeedback, and more. Her column “Minding the Gap: connecting research from neuroscience to vocal pedagogy” is featured in the Journal of Singing.
January 12th, AND March 9th 2024
Featured Lecturer and Panelist for Renée Fleming’s “Music and Mind” series at the Mondavi Center in Davis, CA and in Phoenix, AZ
