As Thanksgiving approaches this year, I am reminded of a thousand blessings that keep me in a state of gratitude. My list goes on forever … Finding that creativity has no age limit I’m finding the older I get, the braver I create. As I worked this year on Runaway Home the Musical – and… Read More » about My Voice’s Gratitude List
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JP & Kat-Raio Rende Interview (Part 2): Chipmunks to Charts
This is Part 2 of my interview with primetime music creators JP and Kathryn Raio-Rende, owners of Earworm Music Company in New York City. If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out Part 1! Watch video LINKS * Find the Rendes and Earworm Music * Find their Emmy-winning Sesame Street song video … Read More » about JP & Kat-Raio Rende Interview (Part 2): Chipmunks to Charts
JP & Kat-Raio Rende Interview (Part 1): Creating Emmy-Winning Music
My guests today are primetime music creators JP and Kathryn Raio-Rende, owners of Earworm Music Company in New York City. This is Part 1 of our interview, which is so full of nuggets I couldn’t leave out, I decided to break it into two episodes for you. When you’re done, go on to Part 2! Watch… Read More » about JP & Kat-Raio Rende Interview (Part 1): Creating Emmy-Winning Music
Personal Branding for Music Artists – Megan Gersch Interview
Megan Gersch is my interview guest today, and she’s going to share some strategies to help us stand out from the crowd instead of just blending in. To build a successful music career, you need to grow a following; a body of work is your prime artistic asset, but a fanbase is your prime business… Read More » about Personal Branding for Music Artists – Megan Gersch Interview
Metamorphosis of Runaway Home – a New Musical
In this interview, Darren and I talk about how this musical has metamorphosized from a couple of monologues he wrote on a plane and a vocal workshop I gave in Alabama, to a staged reading by headliners for heads of the entertainment industry in the middle of New York. Listen and Subscribe… Watch the Video… Read More » about Metamorphosis of Runaway Home – a New Musical
A New Approach To Manual Therapy for Voice: Walt Fritz Interview
Join me for a fascinating discussion with Walt Fritz, a leading physical therapist who uses a unique, patient-involved approach in manual therapy. With his groundbreaking new book ‘Manual Therapy for Voices… a Person-Centered Approach,’ Walt emphasizes the importance of active patient participation in the healing process. Watch the Video More about Walt: US-based physical therapist… Read More » about A New Approach To Manual Therapy for Voice: Walt Fritz Interview
Vocal Strain: 18 Causes and Fixes for Your Tired Voice
Vocal strain, also known as vocal fatigue, is the leading cause of vocal problems, limitations and vocal damage for both singers and speakers. In this post, I’m going to give you the top 18 causes of vocal strain that I see, and tell you how to fix what’s making your voice so tired. I’m also… Read More » about Vocal Strain: 18 Causes and Fixes for Your Tired Voice
Singers & Musicians: Get Fit, Not Hurt! (Angela McCuiston Interview)
Getting physically injured can temporarily stop or permanently end a music career. My guest Angela McCuiston, founder of ‘Music Strong’, has developed a specialty career in fitness training and rehabilitation exercises for music makers of all kinds. Listen to this interview to hear Angela and I discuss some vital fitness strategies that can improve muscle… Read More » about Singers & Musicians: Get Fit, Not Hurt! (Angela McCuiston Interview)
Singing On The Road? 12 Tips For The Voice On Tour
The road can be a dream come true, or a vocal nightmare! Here are some helpful tips to make your next road trip a good one… Watch video: Singing on the road can be one of the greatest joys of having a voice. It can also be filled with unexpected events which you have to… Read More » about Singing On The Road? 12 Tips For The Voice On Tour
Successful Music Career Secrets – Vinnie Potestivo Interview
Vinnie Potestivo has guided successful career strategies of stars of the music universe, TV shows and major corporations, and won an Emmy himself. Listen up as shares advice and behind-the-scenes stories for creatives wanting to grow and protect careers. Listen and Subscribe… Watch Video Interview Video Timestamps: More about Vinny: Vinnie Potestivo is an industry-leading… Read More » about Successful Music Career Secrets – Vinnie Potestivo Interview