Developing Vocal Riffs and Phrasing
Vocal Riffs and Phrasing – The BasicsTo develop your own unique vocal style, first, you should imitate. Yes, imitate your favorite singers. By borrowing from a collection of different singers,
Episode 255 – Overall Vocal Health with Dr. H. Steven Sims
In this episode, John talks with Dr. H. Steven Sims, director at the Chicago Institute for Voice Care, University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System, about overall vocal health. Episode
Episode 254 – A Cappella Singing With Ben Bram
In this episode, John talks with Grammy award-winning producer and arranger Ben Bram (Pentatonix, Pitch Perfect, Glee, A Cappella Academy) about how a cappella can "up" your singing game. Episode Highlights:
Episode 253 – The Role of the Tongue and Twanging with Kerrie Obert
In this episode John talks with Kerrie Obert, a Speech-Language Pathologist and Singing Voice Specialist, about the role of the tongue and twanging. Episode Highlights: What "twang" is and the
Humidity and Your Singing Voice
Don't Let Your Voice Dry OutEvery singer has experienced this: you keep drinking water, and yet your throat feels constantly dry. Low humidity levels in your environment can cause this.Humidity
Episode 252 – Stop Listening To This Podcast
In this episode, John talks about when to put the books, podcasts, and study down to take that knowledge you have learned and utilize it to understand your voice better. Episode
Episode 251 – The Power of Mistakes
In this episode, John talks about how making "mistakes" can be an opportunity to grow. If you can look at mistakes as signals to adjust, you can positively use these
Episode 250 – How to Let Your Voice Soar with Jeff Alani Stanfill
In this episode, John talks with Jeff Alani Stanfill about his vocal journey and how to let your own voice soar. Episode Highlights: The inspiration behind Jeff's Let Your Voice Soar
Episode 249 – Exploring Your Voice with Chris Liepe
In this episode, John talks with Chris Liepe about exploring your voice, the importance of expression and experiencing your voice freely. 2:40 - Chris talks about what inspired his musical path