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Natural Pathways:

Taking a Classically Trained Voice Into Other Genres

Dr. Trineice Robinson-Martin, Clinician

Saturday, August 22, 2026

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (West Bank)

School of Music

Ferguson Hall

2106 South 4th Street

Minneapolis, MN

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES

Check-In: 9:00–10:00AM

Start-Time: 10:00AM

Morning Lecture: How to translate classical pedagogy into other genres, and how to identify common parameters.

Lunch: 12:00–1:00PM

End-Time: 4:30PM

Afternoon lecture/demonstration: "Style Conditioning" (exercises specific to each genre) explained and contrasted with general voice training; examples of style conditioning exercises for jazz, gospel, musical theater and contemporary styles.
Afternoon interactive session: Application of conditioning exercises and parameters to songs; group coaching; wrap-up and homework.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Please complete the registration form (link below) and pay all fees (registration, continuing education, and lunch) by August 16, 2026.

REGISTRATION FEES

Current Minnesota NATS Members: FREE
Students: FREE with valid Student ID
All Other Attendees: $50 per person, plus a $2 processing fee for debit/credit cards

LUNCH

Lunch is $20 per person (members, non-members, and students) and will be the deluxe Chipotle buffet which includes vegan and gluten-free items. The buffet includes barbacoa beef, spicy chicken, vegan sofritas, black beans, pinto beans, cilantro-lime brown or white rice, fajita veggies, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, queso blanco, lettuce, corn tortillas and flour tortillas. Sparkling water and soda/pop. A $1 processing fee will be added to debit/credit card payments.

PAYMENT OF FEES
Please pay all fees for registration and lunches with debit/credit card by the registration deadline using the links in the last section of this form. If you wish to pay by cash or check, please fill out this form and then contact Melyssa Rice at melyssalrice@gmail.com to set up alternative payment method.