Episode 479 – Your Note Starts Before You Hear It
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John takes a close look at the onset, the tiny moment when a note begins, and how it can affect breath, pitch, and
Episode 478 – The Voice You’re Chasing Doesn’t Exist
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John explores why singers can get stuck chasing an idealized version of their voice instead of working with the instrument they actually have.
Episode 477 – The Real Reason You’re Not Practicing
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John explores why practicing can become difficult when your voice no longer does what it once did. He explains how turning practice into an
Episode 476 – Myths That Help You Sing
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John looks at several common singing myths that may not be scientifically accurate but can still be useful. He explores why some ideas stick
Episode 475 – What Aging Athletes Can Teach Us About Singing
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John explores what singers can learn from the way modern athletes approach aging, recovery, and long-term performance. He explains why older singers need more
Episode 474 – The Symptom is Not the Cause with Jeremy Ryan Mossman
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John speaks with innovative vocal educator Jeremy Ryan Mossman about why vocal problems are often symptoms of deeper patterns in the body, nervous system,
Episode 473 – The Mind Science of Vocal Breakthroughs
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John explores new research on how the brain learns and why certain vocal moments suddenly “click.” He explains how attention, timing, and meaningful repetition
Episode 472 – Sing Anyway with Linor Oren
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John speaks with vocal coach, choir director, and former opera and music theater performer about the fear, shame, and self-doubt that stop so many
Episode 471 – Vocal Fold Geometry, and the Science of Mix
In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John breaks down the science behind mix and explains how vocal fold geometry and airflow work together to create smooth transitions. He explains why