Episode 30 – Vowel Perception
The music of the voice is in the vowel, and therein lies a great key to singing. Understanding how to approach vowels is critical for singing, not only for technical mastery,
Episode 29 – How to Practice
Practicing correctly can speed your progress greatly, but singers often wonder how to get the best from their voice during these sessions. In this episode John gives his best advice for
Episode 28 – Acting Your Song
One of the main reasons to listen to music, and especially good vocalists, is to feel an emotion. Being able to deliver strong (and honest) emotions in your singing is extremely important. Acting your
Episode 27 – Do Skype Lessons Work?
Skype lessons tend to bring our very strong opinions amongst voice teachers. Some love 'em, some hate 'em. In this episode, John looks at the challenges of learning voice on-line, starting
Episode 26 – Vocal Fold Hydration, Revisited
Keeping your vocal folds properly hydrated is essential for good healthy speaking and singing, but it is not always easily done. Just drinking more fluids is often not enough, especially for
Episode 25 – Vocal Science and Singing
Vocal science has gone from being hidden within the halls of academia to a greater acceptance by voice teachers, and increasingly, singers as well. However, is vocal science becoming overhyped
Episode 24 – What is Mix Singing?
Singers often talk about "mix," but what does it really mean? In this episode, John delves into the world of mix and discusses it from a physical and acoustic standpoint. If you
Episode 23 – Singing With More Power
Singing with more power is usually a high priority for singers. Unfortunately, if done wrong, attempting to get more power out of the voice can lead to vocal problems and
Episode 22 – Healthy Belt Singing
Belting can be one of the most thrilling types of singing a vocalist can attempt, but if done incorrectly it can lead to devastating vocal problems. In this episode, John breaks