Episode 98 – Embrace the Struggle
If only it were easier - but it rarely is. Being a creative, an artist, a musician is to invite constant obstacles and setbacks. These roadblocks can sideline us, even cause
Episode 97 – Don’t Get Brain Hacked
Technology, the internet, and even social media can be wonderful tools for the singer.....until they are not. Many of these tools have been engineered to distract and steal away your time
Episode 96 – The Key to Vocal Power
Maximum Flow Declination Rate (MFDR) is not something often discussed by singers (or even voice teachers) but it is an important part of having a powerful voice. In this episode, John
Episode 95 – Beware the Gap
We all have a future ideal self we strive towards - the singer we will someday hope to be. But staying focused on this ideal can often cause us to become
Episode 94 – In Praise of Consonants
In singing, the vowel is "all-important" while consonants are often relegated to bits of noise that must be negotiated around. But consonants not only give us understandable language - they are
Episode 93 – Essential Rhythm for Singers
Rhythm and sense of time are not the first things singers tend to work on, yet they are vitally important music skills. Developing a great sense of time and a feel
Episode 92 – Common Exercise Mistakes
How do you know if you are doing the right exercise, or if you are doing it properly? An exercise that's good for one voice may not be so good for
Episode 91 – Effective Straw Warmups
Using a straw to warm-up the voice is extremely efficient and effective. The straw provides changes in backpressure and acoustics that make it easier to find vocal balance and stability. In this
Episode 90 – Understanding High, Intense Belt
High, intense belt is one of the most thrilling types of contemporary singing, and it is a highly prized skill amongst singers. However, belt is also one of the most potentially