Episode 265 – The Mind Game of Singing
In this episode, John talks about how singing is not just about mastering vocal techniques but also about mastering our mindset. Episode Highlights: There is more to singing than
Episode 264 – Preparing to Practice
In this episode, John talks about setting yourself up for effective singing practice. Episode Highlights: Create a schedule for your practice - it can be a ritual How long should you
How to Hit High Notes
Get Ready for High Notes! So you want to hit the high notes. But you don't just want to "hit the high notes." You want to be able to sing these
Vocal Vibrato and How to Develop It
Vibrato is one of the most essential elements of good singing. It adds warmth and expressiveness to the voice and can help to mask pitch problems. When used correctly, vibrato can
Episode 263 – Hidden Vocal Problems
In this episode, John talks about how vocal imbalances can creep into our singing and how we sometimes have to dig a little deeper to find these imbalances to be
Episode 262 – Vocal Distortion with Matthew Johnson
In this episode, John talks with voice teacher Matthew Johnson about vocal distortion and how these techniques can add dimension to a vocal performance. In addition, they discuss the importance
Episode 261 – How Breathing Works
In this episode, John talks about what is actually going on during breathing for singing and how understanding the process of breath support can help you in your search to
Episode 260 – The Essentials of Singing with Dr. Dan
In this episode, John talks with Dr. Daniel K. Robinson (aka Dr. Dan), an award-winning freelance artist and educator, about "singing essentials." Episode highlights: Breaking down core concepts for singers
Episode 259 – The Glorious Problem of You
In this episode, John talks about how we need to get out of our own way with our singing and how to accept and appreciate where we are in our