Lori L. Sonnenberg, Voice Pathologist

Lori L. Sonnenberg, Voice Pathologist Specialized voice and breathing therapy services. Comprehensive voice care services. Expert care for the singing voice and other professional voice users.

Performing arts medicine. Voice and Breathing Therapy, Speech Therapy, Singing Voice, Professional Voice Care, Transgender Voice, and Paradoxical Vocal Fold Movement.

09/04/2026

You just heard the word "surgery." Your heart drops. Your mind starts racing.

As a voice specialist and speech pathologist, I've seen the outcomes that scare singers the most, and rarely it's not the surgery itself. It's what happens to the voice afterward.

Our Vocal Fold Series starts here with Episode One: "You just found out you need surgery. What happens now?"

Save and follow along for the rest of series!

“Will I ever sing the same again?”Dr. Anne Slovin, DM asked herself that question when diagnosed with bilateral nodular ...
09/02/2026

“Will I ever sing the same again?”

Dr. Anne Slovin, DM asked herself that question when diagnosed with bilateral nodular swelling during her junior year of college.

In 2009, Anne made the decision to have vocal fold surgery after struggling with increasingly variable vocal function. She completed voice therapy before and after surgery and followed a gradual return-to-voice protocol.

Today, Anne is a professional singer, university voice professor, vocal pedagogue, and in her words, her vocal function has “only continued to improve.”

Be sure to follow and stay tuned to hear more of Anne’s story coming soon!

I’m so honored to share that I’ve been invited to serve as the Keynote Speaker for “Routes to Resilience: Building Voice...
08/28/2026

I’m so honored to share that I’ve been invited to serve as the Keynote Speaker for “Routes to Resilience: Building Voices That Last,” hosted by British Voice Association!

This conversation is especially meaningful to me because it brings together ideas that have shaped my clinical work with singers and professional voice users for years, exploring vocal resilience, sustainability, and what it truly means to take ownership of the voice.

Throughout the day, we’ll explore how professional voice users can recognize changing vocal demands, respond thoughtfully to warning signs, manage vocal load, recover effectively, and make informed decisions that support long-term vocal health.

Because building a voice that lasts isn’t about pushing through every challenge. It’s about learning to listen, adapt, recover, and work with your voice rather than against it.

I’m looking forward to sharing, connecting, and learning alongside an incredible community of voice professionals.

Save the date:
📅 Saturday, September 12 | 9:30–17:00
📍 The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London

Let me know in the comments if you’re in or near London this September, I’d love to see you there!

Teachers your voice works overtime every single day and puts you as one of the most at-risk professions for voice diffic...
08/26/2026

Teachers your voice works overtime every single day and puts you as one of the most at-risk professions for voice difficulty and injury.

As a voice specialist, swipe to see my tips to minimize risk and protect your voice throughout the school year.

Be sure to share with your teacher friends to help save their voice this school year!

Talking or speaking all day? These fast warm-ups can help save your voice!Save this for your next teaching or speaking d...
08/24/2026

Talking or speaking all day? These fast warm-ups can help save your voice!

Save this for your next teaching or speaking day, and don’t forget to share with your teacher friends!

Want to read more about this topic? Check out my blog post “Protecting Your Voice as an Educator”
🔗 Click link in bio

08/20/2026

Teachers, back to school season means your voice is about to work overtime! Knowing how to protect it should start at day 1.

I recommend a quick 3-part check-in each morning to ensure your voice is ready for whatever the day brings.

🎥 Watch for the full breakdown and share with a teacher who needs to hear this!

🎤 Do you teach young singers? This Friday’s Voice Teacher Collective is for you. Young singers are carrying more vocal l...
08/18/2026

🎤 Do you teach young singers? This Friday’s Voice Teacher Collective is for you. Young singers are carrying more vocal load this time of year, and they generally don’t know when to give their voice a rest.

That’s why this month, Voice Teacher Collective is turning its focus to “Supporting the Busy Young Singer During Back-to-School.” Together, we’ll explore practical ways to help students recognize vocal fatigue, build healthy habits, navigate illness and allergies, and know when modifying or resting the voice is the smarter choice. Join two voice specialists (Lori Sonnenberg & Natalie Sheppard) and a community of voice teachers united by the same goal...giving singers the support and care they need to thrive.

Now’s the time to join Voice Teacher Collective! For August only, join a single workshop at a special introductory rate before committing to membership.

Comment ‘VTC’ and we’ll send you a direct link to register!
Add code 👉 VTCSUMMERPASS when you check out for your one-time discount.

Here’s the Details:
📅 Friday, August 21, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM CDT
📍Virtual

Voice Teacher Collective | August Meeting ✨As students head back to school, many young singers are balancing busy schedu...
08/15/2026

Voice Teacher Collective | August Meeting ✨

As students head back to school, many young singers are balancing busy schedules, new routines, rehearsals, lessons, sports, and academics, all while trying to keep their voices healthy.

Join us this August for our Voice Teacher Collective as we discuss:

🎤 Supporting the Busy Young Singer During Back-to-School
We'll share practical strategies for helping young singers maintain vocal health, manage increasing demands, and thrive throughout the school year.

🗓 Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026
🕒 Time: 8:30 AM

Whether you teach private lessons, work in schools, or coach musical theatre performers, you'll leave with actionable ideas to support your students during one of the busiest times of the year.

Curious if the Voice Teacher Collective is the right fit? For August only, join a single workshop at a special introductory rate before committing to membership.
Use code 👉 VTCSUMMERPASS

Comment "VTC" and we'll send you a direct link to register!

08/14/2026

After a summer of vocal rest, jumping straight into full teaching days is like running a 5K with no training. Your voice needs to gradually build back its stamina. Please don't jump back in without preparing your voice for what's coming.

Watch to see my simple but productive tip to feel more prepared for the upcoming school year. And keep following for more teacher tips the rest of this month.

Save this now so you remember to start before school starts and tag a teacher who needs this in their back-to-school routine!

08/13/2026

So proud watching our own command that stage in the opening of Carmen at .

Bravo to the entire cast and crew! 👏

📸 Philip Groshong/Cincinnati Opera

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