World Voice Day—April 16

Most people try to improve their voice by working on technique alone — but never train the system that powers it.

Join Katelyn Swiader, CCC-SLP and Master Coach, for a scientifically grounded live session exploring respiratory muscle training and its potential role in supporting vocal health, singing performance, endurance, quick warm-ups, recovery from fatigue, and everyday communication.

This session draws on PN Medical’s clinical experience, educational outreach, and real-world use of The Breather in voice-related settings.

📅 April 16
🕒 12 PM ET
🎥 Live Webinar (Replay Available)

WHO THIS DISCUSSION IS FOR

This session is designed for:

  • Singers and performers working to support vocal endurance
  • Individuals who rely on their voice for work, performance, or daily communication
  • Patients working toward voice-related goals
  • Clinicians across voice, speech, rehabilitation, and upper airway care
  • Students and educators interested in voice and respiratory physiology

DISCUSSION POINTS

  • How breathing strength supports vocal performance and endurance
  • Foundations of respiratory muscle training for voice goals
  • Overview of supporting evidence
  • Simple ways to warm up and support your voice quickly when time is limited
  • How Katelyn uses The Breather before performances, during heavy vocal demand, and for recovery from fatigue
  • Live audience questions and discussion

WHY THIS MATTERS

A clearer understanding of respiratory muscle function can support more informed decisions in both voice care and everyday performance. Because when the role of breathing support is overlooked, challenges related to endurance, projection, or recovery may be misunderstood.

  • 16 April

  • 12:00 PM ET

  • Live Webinar (Replay Available)

MEET KATELYN SWIADER

Katelyn Swiader, MS Ed, CCC-SLP
Voice Specialist | Master Coach, PN Medical

Katelyn Swiader, MS Ed, CCC-SLP

Katelyn Swiader is a speech-language pathologist specializing in voice and upper airway function, with a background in vocal performance and over 15 years of coaching experience. As Master Coach at PN Medical, she leads clinical training initiatives focused on respiratory muscle training and collaborates on global education and research outreach.