Episode 80 – Using Your Vocal Crowbar
For every singer, there are frustrating areas of the voice we just can't seem to conquer. The is where your vocal "crowbar" can be your best tool for solving stubborn issues. By
Episode 79 – On Being a Beginner
Learning any new skill can be daunting, but the voice has levels of complexity that make it a unique challenge. The fine-tuning and coordination of muscles and energies we scarcely feel
Episode 78 – Dealing with Discouragement
We all have bad days as singers. We can even have extended periods of voice issues that seem never to end. These setbacks can create feelings of discouragement that pull us
Episode 77 – Singing and Competition
Most human endeavors have an element of competition to them, and music is no different. The problem is when competition between singers turns toxic, it can be a discouraging situation. In this
Episode 76 – The Life of Your Voice
Your voice will change dramatically from birth to old age. What can you expect during these different periods? Can you sing well your entire life? In this episode, John takes you through the
Episode 75 – Do You Have What It Takes?
It is a common question for singers (and all creatives) - do I have what it takes? But is this even the question to ask? And if asked, who is to
Episode 74 – Training Your Ears
One of the best compliments you can give a musician is to say he or she has "big ears." This means an ability to hear music at a deep level. Singing is
Episode 73 – Your Vocal Color Wheel
The tonal variations and shades of a musical instrument (such as the guitar) are nearly infinite. From the choice of woods, to strings, to the musician's approach, each element helps create
Episode 72 – Distraction Is the Enemy
The mind is a stimulus-seeking machine, which creates opportunities to be constantly distracted. Technology, especially social media is engineered to take advantage of our increasingly short attention spans. The problem is, the work