Here are links to some documents that provide the research background to intentional teaching.

The first is a PowerPoint presentation given to the Voice Workshop on May 26, 2020. The PowerPoint presents five evidential foundations for an intentional approach in vocal pedagogy. The presentation looks at the teaching of breathing in particular: how might this be done through an intentional perspective? How is intention reflected in the writings of leading pedagogues?

The second is a referenced article, presenting a case for the Preservation of Intention in Learning. It looks at the evidence suggesting that altering intention during learning reduces the effectiveness of that learning. Research in motor learning, external and internal focus, stroke rehabilitation and speech therapy is considered.

The third is a related article, looking at evidence that the words used to discuss singing physically affect singing performance.

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These articles provide the evidential basis for Intentional Teaching. The findings and principles have been tested during hundreds of hours in the voice studio. Practical application is more important than theoretical basis. Kenneth Bozeman has argued for greater weight to be given to experienced practitioners in informing pedagogical discussion. Vocal pedagogy is an art, informed, but not ruled by, science.