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 video course crammed with a wealth of advice and sounding examples to hear the overtones in your voice ring loud and clear.
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35
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weeks
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Set apart 1-2 months for this fascinating journey, and change your listening and sounding forever.
Now with free
lifetime access -
For whom is this course?
Sound & Music Enthusiasts
Meditation & Wellness Practitioners
Vocalists
People seeking stress relief and detox practices
Musicians curious about the nature of sound
No musical background or knowledge needed
Need to calm down? Repeat one of the practice videos.
Want to go deeper through learning? Replay an explainer.
Are you an advanced singer? Easily move on to the more challenging exercises in Modules 2 and 3.
Overtone singing suits many people's needs in different ways. That's why we separated videos for technical explanations from all the practical exercises. Put the focus where you most need it.
The package includes:
35 video lessons with Mark
2 hours of step-by-step instruction
Extra Bonus:
1 pdf guidebook
3 audio tracks Breath and Flow for self-learning
discount vouchers for CDs and 1-1 lesson
Module A
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.
Module B
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 C
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!
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 of Tuvan, Mongolian, Tibetan, South African, Sardinian and contemporary musicians.
Your guide . . .
Mark's
promise:
After completing the course, you will:
1. understand the 7 Basic Techniques of overtone signing
2. begin to hear out and sing overtones in your voice
3. have many questions about voice resonance answered (and surely new ones will come up as well)
4. have a deeper awareness of sound's role in relation to your body and mind
what students say about the course:
Frequently asked questions
How long does the whole course last?
The course was initially run for 3-4 weeks, about 1 week for each module, with one year access to return to the videos. As of 2026 you get lifetime access: you can watch any videos at your own pace as soon as you sign up. Six to twelve months is still a good indication to feel familiar with all the practices of Overtone Singing - Basics.
What can I get from the course?
With steady practise with the videos and by yourself, you will
develop a more refined way of listening and perceiving
change the way you relate to your voice
hear your own overtones
develop a fuller resonance and an enhanced ability to hear out overtones
experience various approaches to overtone singing skills
How long will the video lessons be available after purchase?
You get permanent access to the video lessons (as long as the video hosting platform exists!).
Do I have to be a singer?
You don't have a to be a 'professional singer' to join the course, or even an 'amateur singer'. No previous musical experience is required. If you love to sing, or are simply curious about your voice, that will be enough! Some people who join do not even like their voice very much, and learn to appreciate it.
What is required for the course?
Your computer with internet connection, to access digital materials, and decent speakers or headphones. Ideally, a place where you can make some noise without disturbing anyone or feeling disturbed by the presence of others.
What is your refund and cancellation policy?
For detailed information regarding refunds and cancellations, please check here.
How many hours am I supposed to practice each week?
We recommend that you spend 3-4 hours each week for watching videos and self-practice.
How much time should I expect to spend on all the modules?
Based on student's feedback, we recommend spending about two to three weeks on each module the first time around. When you feel familiar with the familiar with the material, you can move on the next module. You get permanent access to the video lessons, so you can create a schedule and pace that work best for you.
What if I don't like my voice?
This is very common. Anyone with some experience in singing can tell you that you can overcome this feeling. Even when you never 'truly love' your voice, anyone can learn to accept it. Most people can also learn to enjoy it. This course is particularly suited for you, as it begins with the very basics of sound and voice and avoids the pitfalls of standard music education.
CONTACT US
Do you have questions or concerns about the course, or would you like to join the mailinglist?
Please contact us with the contact form. We are happy to hear from you!
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.
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