Episode 399 – The Edge of Chaos
In this episode, John draws from complexity theory to explain how balance between order and chaos is essential for effective, cathartic, and joyful singing and performance. He emphasizes the importance
Episode 398 – Knocking Down Vocal Pillars
In this episode, John discusses some traditional beliefs and techniques in singing, and emphasizes the importance of questioning these ideas while recognizing their inherent value, rather than dismissing them just
Episode 397 – Honesty in Music
In this episode, John discusses the complexities of honesty in music, particularly in relation to the use of technology like Auto-Tune and pitch correction. He explores the evolution of music
Episode 396 – Range and Beyond with Cathal Jack
In this episode, John Henny and Cathal Jack discuss the intricacies of vocal range development, addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of strength and tone over volume. They explore
Episode 395 – Slow Down
In this episode, John Henny emphasizes the importance of slowing down in vocal practice to foster better development and understanding of one's voice. He discusses the necessity of patience and
Episode 394 – Reducing Tension
In this episode, John discusses the common issue of vocal tension and shares his favorite techniques to reduce it. He emphasizes the importance of understanding phonation threshold pressure, maintaining proper
Episode 393 – The Enemy Is the Self
In this episode, John Henny explores how the ego and the sense of self can hinder our progress and limit our potential as singers and creatives. It’s important to turn
Episode 392 – The Discipline of Professional Singing with Leigh McRae
In this episode, John Henny interviews Leigh McRae, a 30-year veteran of the music industry as a singer, actor, songwriter, vocal coach and recording artist. They discuss Leigh’s journey as
Episode 391 – The Right Time Never Comes
In this episode, John Henny shares his own experiences of waiting for the right time to work on projects and emphasizes the importance of taking action and starting now. Time
Episode 390 – Don’t Fear the Teacher
In this episode, John shares a story of a student who was afraid to bring new information to their teacher. The need for trust and open communication in the student-teacher