OVERTONE SINGING BASICS

Open up a new dimension of your resonant voice

Make your first step to learn overtone singing and become a sound and resonance expert with performer and sound explorer, Mark van Tongeren (PhD Leiden University in artistic research).

Test the water with this course crammed with a wealth of advice and sounding examples to hear the overtones in your voice ring loud and clear.

4

35

videos

weeks

hours

2+

Next course: June 9 - July 7, 2025

plus 11 months full access

This online class in overtone singing basics includes listening practise for the Tuvan techniques, but not singing the Tuvan or Mongolian techniqes of throat singing, which are on an advanced level.

Set apart 1 month for this fascinating journey, and change your listening and sounding forever.

After completing the course, you will:

1. understand the 7 Basics Techniques of overtone signing

2. begin to hear out and sing overtones of your voice

3. have many questions about voice resonance answered

4. have a deeper awareness of sound's role in relation to your body and mind

For whom is this course?

• Vocalists

• Sound & Music Enthusiasts

• Meditation & Wellness Practitioners

• Anyone who finds overtone singing fascinating and wants to start exploring it!

  This course is ideally suited to anyone’s needs. Videos for technical explanations and exercises are separated, allowing you to easily repeat those things you can’t do or don’t understand yet. More advanced singers can easily move on to the more challenging exercises in Module Two.

No musical background or knowledge needed!

The package includes:

• 35 video lessons with Mark

• 2 hours of step-by-step instruction

• 3 live Q&A sessions (30-minutes each) with Mark

Extra Bonus:

• 1 pdf guidebook

• 3 audio tracks Breath and Flow for self-learning

• discount vouchers for books and CDs

what student says about the course:

"The effect (of the course) was excellent — the sound and cinematography were amazing! It really had a strong sense of presence, as if I were right there in a classroom. 😌 very relaxing and comforting." -Jingwei

"The sense of presence was great. It really felt like having a teacher guiding me personally. The video quality was excellent. I followed along and sang until I was moved to tears. It was very healing." - Shuang Shuang

"The video was clear and easy to understand.
Thank you for the thoughtful production — simple and to the point. ❤️" - Fei

"I was also amazed by the sound quality and the overall color coordination of the visuals right from the first episode. In the practice videos, you can clearly see the mouth movements, which is incredibly helpful.
I feel very lucky to have taken this course—thank you to the teacher and the entire team! ❤️" - Wei Wei

Week 1

• Understand the 'resonant body'

• Find resonance in your voice

• Start exploring vowels, timbre and overtones

• Practice the Vowel Triangle

The Three Modules

• This is the best starting point for the absolute beginner with no prior experience of hearing her own overtones. It invites you to forget everything you thought you knew about your voice, to open your ears and mouth as if for the first time.

Week 2

• Practise 4 Basic Techniques of overtone singing

• Learn about 3 basic techniques of khöömei (Tuvan throat singing)

• Receive clear guidance on making various mouth shapes

• Includes illuminating graphics

Week 3

• Dive into vowel overtones to make overtone patterns

• Identify basic overtone singing techniques by ear

• Many problem-solving suggestions

• Many suggestions for your vocal journey further down the road!

The timeline

Week 1 (June 9-15): Module A

Sunday June 15: Q & A #1 with Mark

Week 2 (June 16-22): Module B

Monday June 23: Q & A #2 with Mark

Week 3 (June 23-29): Module C

Wednesday July 2: Q & A #3 with Mark

Then continue at your own pace for 11 months up to June 2026

Live Sessions will be held at 15:00-15:30 CEST. Check your timezone here.

is Mark van Tongeren, a singer and musicologist who has had first-hand experience with all of the traditions of overtone / throat singing and is deeply involved with the modern world of overtone singing, for over three decades. He has recorded, interviewed and studied with dozens and dozens of Tuvan, Mongolian, Tibetan, South African, Sardinian and contemporary musicians.

Your guide . . .

Frequently asked questions

How long does the whole course last?

The course spans 4 weeks. During the first 3 weeks, you'll receive one module per week via email. You’ll also have the opportunity to join two of Mark’s live Q&A sessions during the first three weeks, followed by a final live session in the fourth week.

What can I get from the course?

• a new, refined way of listening and perceiving that will change the way you relate to your voice and sounds around you

• deeper awareness to your body, sound, and mind

• a voice full of resonance and the enhanced ability to play with the harmonics

• various approaches to overtone singing skills and know how to put it in a wider musical context

How long will the video lessons be available after purchase?

They will be available for 1 year (from the start of the course).

Do I have to be a singer?

You don't have a to be a 'professional singer' to join the course. No previous musical experience is required. If you love to sing, or are simply curious about your voice, this is the course for you!

What if I can't make it to the live session(s)?

No worries! They will be recorded so you can watch the replay afterwards. If you have some questions that you would like to ask Mark, please submit your questions to Mark (mark@fusica.nl) before the live session.

What is required for the course?

Your laptop with internet connection to access digital materials and join the online live session.

What is your refund and cancellation policy?

For the detailed information regarding refund and cancellation, please check here.

CONTACT US

Do you have questions or concerns about the course?Please contact us with the contact form. We are happy to hear from you!