Absolutes in Singing

Episode 112 – Absolutes in Singing

Learning about the voice can be a confusing journey, especially online. Teachers will tell you to "always" do one thing and "never" do another and why other methods and instruction
Vocal coach and performer Natalie Weiss is interviewed on the Intelligent Vocalist podcast.

Episode 111 – Natalie Weiss Interview

Natalie Weiss is a gifted vocal educator, as well as an amazing singer and performer. Her popular YouTube channel is a must-watch for singers. In this interview, Natalie gives us insights
sensation based singing

Episode 110 – Sensation Based Singing

It's not enough to understand your voice - you must feel it in a knowing and precise way. Cataloging all the various sensations of pitch, vowel, color, and intensity is a
how much should i practice

Episode 102 – How Much Should I Practice?

Singers are often unsure how much to practice on a daily basis. There are a number of variables that come into play, and each singer is different. In this episode, John discusses
essential muscle balance

Episode 101 – Essential Muscle Balance

The balancing of tiny, unseen muscles is critical for singing, but these coordinations can be tricky. In this episode, John explains the muscles of pitch - how they work and how
consonants singing

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
Straw Warmups

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
placement

Episode 83 – What Is Placement?

"Placement" is a term that often confuses singers: How do I place the voice? What is the right placement for my voice? Is there a lever to move my voice forward and back? What