Episode 307 – Singing and the Yips
Singing is a beautiful art. It brings us joy and can be an incredibly freeing experience. But for some singers, singing can become a source of extreme anxiety. For those
Episode 338 – Imagery, Movement and Singing with Eric Franklin
In this episode, John explores the wonders of imagery, movement, and singing with the person behind the revolutionary Franklin Method–Eric Franklin. Episode Highlights: The Franklin Method Imagery in Singing Error Amplification To
Episode 337 – The Latest on Vibrato with John Nix
In this episode, John Henny discusses vibrato with voice professor and researcher, John Nix. Episode Highlights: How emotions and physiology affect vibrato Adjusting the speed of vibrato The potential to sing
Episode 336 – The Limits of Technique with Gabriel Weiner
In this episode, John discusses with voice teacher Gabriel Weiner the limits of technique in singing. Episode Highlights: Matching students with the right voice teachers Teaching learners to have a vocal
Episode 335 – My Current Vocal Rants
In this episode, John dives headfirst into a whirlpool of thoughts, opinions, and outbursts surrounding the voice-teaching community. Episode Highlights: Voice teachers blasting other voice teachers Need for respect for professionals
Episode 334 – The Machine Model Fallacy
In this episode, John talks about the utilization of models for the voice. He looks into models that serve as tools to decipher intricate systems, particularly highlighting the Machine Model
Episode 333 – The Human Right of Singing with Emily Perez
In this episode, John talks with Sacramento Pop Choir Managing Director Emily Perez about singing as an emotional music language, a birthright, and a built-in communication system. Episode Highlights: Singing is
Episode 332 – Resonance and Registration
In this episode, John creatively discusses quarter-wave resonators, resonance, and registration. Episode Highlights: The voice is a quarter-wave resonator Sound wave starts at equilibrium until a disturbance is created Nodes are
Episode 331 – Before You Perform
In this episode, John shares some crucial tips on preparing yourself before every performance and avoiding stage fright. Episode Highlights: It's important to spend enough time in preparation Positive self-talk may