Episode 108 – Performance Mistakes
Making the jump from the practice room to the stage can be a bit nervewracking. It is common for these jitters to affect your performance in ways you might not
Episode 107 – Great Singers Steal!
"Good composers borrow, great ones steal." Igor Stravinsky
In light of the recent Katy Perry - Dark Horse lawsuit, it would seem copyright enforcement has run amok.
But borrowing from great artists
Episode 106 – Voice Science Works Part 2
This continued conversation with Laurel Irene and David Harris of Voice Science Works delves into judgment culture, the emotion of singing, as well as our evolving understanding of vocal registers.
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Episode 105 – Voice Science Works Part 1
Join John as he talks with Laurel Irene and David Harris of Voice Science Works.
Topics covered include the importance of voice science, how neuroscience and singing, and the learning mindset.
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Episode 104 – Let’s Sing Stupid
Learning to sing involves breaking down and examining the voice - which can lead to overthinking and self-criticism.
In this episode, John discusses why you need to keep finding the joy
Episode 103 – What is Falsetto?
Falsetto is an often misunderstood part of the voice.
Do women have falsetto? What is happening in the voice? How do I find falsetto? Are there different kinds?
In this episode, John
Episode 102 – How Much Should I Practice?
Singers are often unsure how much to practice on a daily basis.
There are a number of variables that come into play, and each singer is different.
In this episode, John discusses
Episode 101 – Essential Muscle Balance
The balancing of tiny, unseen muscles is critical for singing, but these coordinations can be tricky.
In this episode, John explains the muscles of pitch - how they work and how
Episode 100 – The Developing Singer
When first starting to sing, there are usually major technical skills that need to be developed.
Once a baseline level of technique is established, there is a new mountain to climb
Episode 99 – The Future Looks Bright
The world of voice teaching has often been fractured, with various camps, methods, and disciplines, keeping a sense of distance from each other.
In recent years, a new crop of teacher