This episode begins with my guest Barbara Kite taking me through a quick centering exercise (you can join us). Then this veteran acting coach generously shares some trade secrets from the world of acting that can help speakers, singers and even songwriters. It’s a fascinating subject I’ve long been interested in, and I think you’ll… Read More » about Barbara Kite Interview – Acting Technique for Voices
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Mat Kearney Interview – Making Pop Music Matter
My guest today wasn’t a musician or songwriter in high school – he was a soccer player! But in mid-college, he experienced a major paradigm shift in his life, stopped some pretty hard partying and started playing guitar. Unable to play cover songs well, he began to write his own. That was 1.6 million albums… Read More » about Mat Kearney Interview – Making Pop Music Matter
Raising and lowering the Larynx – should you?
How high or low should your larynx be when you sing? This question is steeped in controversy and misunderstanding. However, it’s also vitally important. Get it too wrong and you’ll have some big vocal problems! Let’s discuss… Listen and Subscribe… The Controversy Voice teachers don’t always agree on what’s best. If I understand it correctly… Read More » about Raising and lowering the Larynx – should you?
Douglas Smith Interview: Voltage Brothers to Mercy Club, Working Night Shift
Doug Smith, formerly of the Voltage Brothers and part of the Prince band, traded the limelight to be a flashlight in dark places. Listen in to this beautiful story… Listen and Subscribe… Things we talked about: More about Douglas A Smith Doug was born and raised in Rochester, NY. He traveled the world as a… Read More » about Douglas Smith Interview: Voltage Brothers to Mercy Club, Working Night Shift
An Artist’s Job – by Salem Jones
Salem Jones is one of the best female rock singers and songwriters on the planet. She is also my friend, and a few weeks ago she posted some really deep food for thought on her patreon page. I found it so relevant and relevant for the times right now that I asked her to share… Read More » about An Artist’s Job – by Salem Jones
Chat with Roger Ryan – Storied Producer of Music for the Soul
Roger Ryan’s incredible career stories light up the room – and they’re true!! He is an 8-time Grammy, Dove nominated, and Juno Award-winning producer with a ton of top-tier experience. Listen in as we talk about his amazing journey. Listen and Subscribe… Watch YouTube Video: More about Roger: In addition to all this, Roger has… Read More » about Chat with Roger Ryan – Storied Producer of Music for the Soul
Costly Speaking Voice Mistakes
This blogpost contains one of the video lessons from my online video vocal training course ‘Speaking Voice Technique’. This lesson lists errors that may surprise you that can steal the health of your voice and the impact of your messages. Watch it and you may identify some important changes you should make in the way… Read More » about Costly Speaking Voice Mistakes
Is Your Voice Valuable? A Van Gogh Perspective [updated]
Have you ever worried about what other people think about your voice? In this post, I’m going to share a story from the life of Vincent Van Gogh that I hope will blow some fresh confidence under your wings. And, I’ll share what I think what you have to do to earn your vocal worth,… Read More » about Is Your Voice Valuable? A Van Gogh Perspective [updated]
The Vocal Benefits of Practicing Character Voices
Sounding crazy as this guy looks in vocal exercises? GOOD! Listen & subscribe on iTunes … on Spotify … or anywhere else There are some very strange vocal exercises that work wonders for the voice. In fact, if someone hears you doing these, they might wonder if you’ve gone a little nuts! Not to worry… that’s a sign you’re probably… Read More » about The Vocal Benefits of Practicing Character Voices
How I Lost My Voice (So You Don’t Have To!)
Me, Jennifer O’Brien and Gary Pigg on the third day of our 40 song bgv marathon: Notice the jacket I’m wearing:) Listen & subscribe on iTunes … on Spotify … or anywhere else If you follow me or have taken a vocal lesson from me, you know that I specialize in preventing and getting rid of vocal… Read More » about How I Lost My Voice (So You Don’t Have To!)