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Jul 17, 2024 · 1 hr 6 min
Ep.170 Understanding the Science of SOVTs: In Conversation with Ingo Titze & Karin Titze Cox
Join voice scientist, Dr Ingo Titze and Speech and Language Pathologist, Karin Titze-Cox as they discuss their book 'Voices Free after SOVT', exploring the science and application of Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract exercises. They delve into the benefits, implementation, and clinical applications of SOVTs, including using straws and tools to improve vocal health and performance. The interview is preceded by a brief review of the book from singing teacher and podcast host, Alexa Terry. KEY MOMENTS When you pick up a book by Ingo Titze and Karen Titze-Cox, you know you're entering academic territory. The material doesn't really matter much. That's our first conclusion. RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.131 Mastering Research Papers: How to Read with Ease and Extract Knowledge with Kate Cubley Chris Johnson’s Teach Voice: Click Here John Henny: Click Here The Intelligent Vocalist: Episode 356: SOVTs with Karin Titze Cox & Ingo Titze The work of Marco Guzman The work of Anne-Maria Laukkanen Lessac-Madsen Resonant Voice Therapy Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.164 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part One Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.165 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part Two Journal of Speech and Hearing Research: Click Here The work of Kitty Verdolini Abbott (Singer) Renee Flemming Vocal Tubes: Click Here Belt Box: Click Here Mindy Pack: Click Here Resono Straw by Oren Boder: Click Here ABOUT THE GUEST Ingo R. Titze, known as the father of vocology, coined the term with George Gates in 1989 and developed the original vocology curricula in 1990. He has held various appointments and written over 500 publications and six books on voice production. Karin Titze Cox, SLP-CCC, specialises in vocology and voice habilitation. She received her BA from BYU and MA from University of Iowa. She's worked in research, private practice, and clinic director roles in Salt Lake City. She's served on the Pan American Vocology Association board and National Center for Voice and Speech executive board. ncvs.org Get your copy of ‘Voice is FREE after SOVT’ HERE Further watching: Why Straw – NCVS High Resistance Straw The Science Behind the Straw Exercise: Video 1 NCVS.org 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jul 9, 2024 · 48 min
Ep.169 How to Use Gesture for Better Singing with Heather Baker
Heather Baker, Founding Director of the Institute for Vocal Advancement, explains how gestures enhance vocal training by providing an additional modality for the brain to learn new vocal skills. She explores the connection between gestures and the brain, sharing examples of personalised and meaningful gestures. KEY MOMENTS "Observing gesture can impact the way singers breathe and produce sound" "Performing the gesture oneself is more effective than just observing" "Gesture is something I have always used in my teaching" ABOUT THE GUEST Heather Baker, a Contemporary Voice Teacher in Northern England, is the Founding Director of the Institute for Vocal Advancement (IVA) and an IVA Ambassador. With an MA in Vocal Pedagogy, her research spans cognitive and neuroscience of singing, pitch problems, and vocal pedagogy. She presents globally, runs adult choirs, and co-hosts the Vocal Advancement Podcast, sharing her expertise and passion for voice teaching. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: thesingingteacher.biz vocaladvancement.com Social Media: facebook.com/heatherbakersingingstudios instagram.com/heatherbakersingingstudios YouTube.com/the.singingteacher TikTok.com/the.singingteacher Relevant Links & Mentions: Kerrie Obert: Click Here Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.59 Top Tongue Tips for Boosting High Frequency Energy with Kerrie Obert Julia Nafisi: Click Here Jenna Brown: Click Here Lisa Popeil: Click Here Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.155 & 156: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates The work of Ko 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jul 2, 2024 · 38 min
Ep.168 Pros and Cons of Quick Fixes in Singing with Line Hilton
Alexa is joined by Line Hilton to discuss the concept of quick fixes in singing. They explore when it might be appropriate to use a quick fix, such as in auditions or performances, and when it might not be advisable, such as when dealing with a sore throat. They also discuss the importance of understanding the underlying principles and working towards long-term solutions. KEY MOMENTS "If you had the power to just snap your fingers and have a particular life chore completed immediately, what would that be?" "A quick fix can be a really useful tool. They can make us get something a little bit more with immediacy and feel like things are even more accessible to us in the singing world." "Quick fixes can be a valid strategy if it's going to help you deliver what you need to deliver and get through safely." EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: linehilton.com Social Media: @basttraining Relevant Links & Mentions: Line Hilton: https://linehilton.com/ Dr Molly Gebrian: mollygebrian.com (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.164 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part One (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.165 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part Two Dr Dan's Voice Essentials: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDanRobinson Justin Stoney & New York Vocal Coaching: https://www.youtube.com/@NewYorkVocalCoaching (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.48 Getting Started as a Teacher, Creating Content & Vocal Versatility with Justin Stoney Emily Kristen Morris: https://www.emilykristenmorris.com/ Emily Kristen Morris Instagram: @emilykristenmorris Robert Sussuma: https://thesingingself.com/ (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.63 Developing a Singer’s Self Awareness And Clarifying Intention with Robert Sussuma (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.166 Overcoming Self-Consciousness in Singing with Becky Gilhespie (Article) ‘Steamer or Nebuliser?’ By The Naked Vocalist: https://www.thenakedvocalist.com/upgrade-your-vocal-steamer/ 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jun 26, 2024 · 1 hr 3 min
Ep.167 Understanding Nasality and Perception in the Singing Voice with Dr Nicholas Perna
Alexa is joined by Dr Nicholas Perna to talk about nasality. They discuss and unravel the mysteries of the nose’s role in vocal production. From debunking myths about nasal resonance to exploring the benefits of nasal airflow, Dr Perna’s insights will challenge your assumptions and expand your understanding of vocal technique. Whether you’re a singing teacher or a curious vocalist, this episode offers a fresh perspective on an often misunderstood aspect of voice production. KEY MOMENT "The easiest observation you can obviously make, just to know whether there's anything happening or not, is to simply sustain a tone, pinch your nose shut, and see if, you notice any difference.” EPISODE RESOURCES Voice Study Centre (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang with Kerrie Obert (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep. Dr Matt Edwards (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep. Aaron Johnson Journal of Singing: Click Here (JoS) Nasality Deconstructed by Nicholas Perna: Click Here Heidi Moss: Spectrum Effects of VPO in Singing by Gill, Lee, La, Sundberg: Click Here Effects of Nasalance on the Acoustics of the Tenor Passaggio and Head Voice by Nicholas Perna Celine Dion: An NBC News Special with Hoda Kotb (Full Interview): com/watch?v=ncwhU70I3T4 The work of Christian Herbst: Click Here University of Colorado Boulder: Click Here The work of Berton Coffin: Click Here ABOUT THE GUEST Dr Perna is Associate Professor and Director of Vocal Pedagogy at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He has publications in the Journal of Singing, Journal of Voice and VOICEPrints. A Presser Music Foundation awardee, he has presented research on four continents at events such as the Voice Foundation’s Symposium, ICVT, NATS National Conference, and Physiology and Acoustics of Singing (PAS). Perna is currently Vice President for Outreach for the National Association of Teachers of Singing and is the creator and co-host of the VocalFri Podcast. Perna holds graduate degrees from the University of Miami & the University of Houston. In 2024 Perna began his tenure as Executive Director of Opera Mississippi. Previous faculty positions include Mississippi College, West Virginia University, and he has been a voice research associate at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Guest Website: nicholasperna.com 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jun 19, 2024 · 55 min
Ep.166 Overcoming Self-Consciousness in Singing with Becky Gilhespie
Becky Gilhespie returns to the Singing Teachers Talk podcast to help us overcome our self-consciousness in singing. Becky is an experienced vocal coach working with touring artists, actors, and singers of all levels, having run studios in London and Sydney, and teaching at the Academy of Contemporary Music. Becky is the author of Singing for the Self-Conscious, which we’ll be diving into headfirst in this episode. KEY MOMENTS "It's a book aimed at the singer who finds themselves reeling with self-consciousness, avoiding singing, holding back in their performances, and generally just lacking some self-confidence" "I've come on leaps and bounds and it feels so good. And it feels so good to help other singers with it too" "Self-consciousness is a heightened sense of self-awareness that can verge towards the negative" ABOUT THE GUEST Becky is an experienced vocal coach working with touring artists, actors, and singers of all levels. Her experience includes running busy studios in London and Sydney, and teaching at the UK’s Academy of Contemporary Music. She always felt that despite receiving some of the best vocal training available, the biggest hurdle was her crippling sense of self-consciousness. Becky’s book, 'Singing for the Self-Conscious', is an easy to follow practical step programme that combines study of mindset with practices in contemporary vocal training. The book helps singers overcome their mental hurdles to confident singing and performing. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Booking Link: https://beckygilhespievocalcoach.as.me Social Media: Instagram: @beckygilhespievocals Relevant Links & Mentions: (Book) Singing for the Self-Conscious by Becky Gilhespie (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.27 The Singing Masterchef with Becky Gilhespie Vocology in Practice (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers with Alexa Terry The work of Dr Valerie Young Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM): https://www.acm.ac.uk/ Line Hilton: https://linehilton.com/ The Sing Space: https://thesingspace.com/ 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jun 11, 2024 · 46 min
Ep.165 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part Two
The wonderful Dr Molly Gebrian is sticking around for part two of her chat with Alexa on the science of learning and practising, this week telling us all about practice habits, the memory, mental practice and much more. She highlights the importance of mental practice, shares resources, and talks about her upcoming book and career transition to focus on research translation for musicians. Tune in for valuable insights on optimising practice habits. KEY MOMENTS "Telling students to practise more is not helpful because it doesn't tell you what to do." "Your brain doesn't know right from wrong. It doesn't know if you did it well or you didn't do well. It just knows which pathways are being used." "Taking breaks will actually make me more efficient at something" RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep. 164 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part One (Book) Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults by Dr Jenevora Williams (Book) Learn Faster, Perform Better: A Musician’s Guide to the Neuroscience of Practicing by Dr Molly Gebrian Noa Kageyama’s Bulletproof Musician: https://bulletproofmusician.com/ Sarah Niblack’s Spark Practice: https://www.sparkpractice.com/ (Book) Musicophilia by Oliver Sacks ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Molly Gebrian is a professional violist and scholar with a background in cognitive neuroscience. Her area of expertise is applying the research on learning and memory to practicing and performing music. She also investigates the intersections between music and language. As a performer, she prioritizes the works of living composers and those who have traditionally been excluded from the culture of classical music. She holds degrees in both music and neuroscience from Oberlin College and Conservatory, New England Conservatory of Music, and Rice University. Previously, she was the viola professor at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the University of Arizona. After a decade of teaching viola at the collegiate level, she will join the faculty at New England Conservatory of Music in Fall 2024 to teach courses on the science of practicing. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: www.mollygebrian.com Social Media: Dr. Molly Gebrian - YouTube 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Jun 4, 2024 · 42 min
Ep.164 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part One
Dr. Molly Gebrian joins Alexa on the Singing Teachers Talk podcast for the first of a two parter to discuss the neuroscience of learning and its application to teaching and practising. The conversation covers brain organisation, neural pathways, myelin, learning processes, the impact of age on learning, and the importance of understanding brain science for both teachers and students. KEY MOMENTS "It just shows that we’re all different, that you can do anything you want." "The brain is always working as one” "There are physical changes that have to happen in the brain when we're learning." "As adults, we need to have focused attention in order to be able to learn." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS The work of Hermann Ebbinghaus BBC CrowdScience: Why is Learning Stuff Harder as You Get Older? https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1pqb Neuroscience for Teachers by Richard Churches, Eleanor Dommett & Ian Devonshire ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Molly Gebrian is a professional violist and scholar with a background in cognitive neuroscience. Her area of expertise is applying the research on learning and memory to practicing and performing music. She also investigates the intersections between music and language. As a performer, she prioritizes the works of living composers and those who have traditionally been excluded from the culture of classical music. She holds degrees in both music and neuroscience from Oberlin College and Conservatory, New England Conservatory of Music, and Rice University. Previously, she was the viola professor at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the University of Arizona. After a decade of teaching viola at the collegiate level, she will join the faculty at New England Conservatory of Music in Fall 2024 to teach courses on the science of practicing. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: www.mollygebrian.com Social Media: Dr. Molly Gebrian - YouTube 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
May 29, 2024 · 37 min
Ep.163 How to Sing and Teach Folk with Anna Tabbush
Folk singer and teacher, Anna Tabbush joins Alexa to share insights into the world of folk music, its historical context, lyrical content, vocal techniques, and teaching methods. The pair discuss the origins of folk music, its storytelling function, and the distinction between folk and pop music. Anna also explores vocal qualities, rhythmic elements, and the influence of folk music on other genres. She provides valuable advice for singers and teachers, emphasising the importance of authentic storytelling and vocal health. KEY MOMENTS "Folk music is rooted in storytelling and serves as a means of communication, celebration, and social change." "Authentic folk singing involves relaxed vocal techniques, storytelling through song delivery, and a focus on the song rather than the singer." "Teaching folk music requires an understanding of vocal health, relaxation, and the importance of finding one's authentic voice." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Artists/songs/shows mentioned: Ben & Dom; Jackie Oates; Carolyn Robson; Sandy Denny; Phoebe Bridgers; Joni Mitchell; Bob Dylan; Taylor Swift; Sea shanties; What Should We Do With a Drunken Sailor; Bonny at Morn; Harbour; Hadestown; Once the Musical Singing for Musicals by Millie Taylor Chris Johnson Vocal Coach: Chris Johnson Vocal Coach Teach Voice: Teach Voice ABOUT THE GUEST Anna Tabbush is a composer, choir conductor, singer, and multi-instrumentalist based in West Sussex, renowned for her socially conscious songwriting. Her 2020 song "Harbour" supports refugees and has been sung worldwide. Active on the folk scene for over twenty years, Anna performs as a singer-songwriter and with the a cappella quartet Oaken. She teaches singing techniques that relax the body and highlight individual voices, empowering everyone to sing to their full potential. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: annatabbush.com singfest.org.uk guildfordvox.org.uk horsellsings.org.uk Social Media: @anna_tabbush 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
May 21, 2024 · 41 min
Ep.162 Voices of the South West: Building Community with Rose Kimberley & Claire Williamson from the SouthWest Voice Hub
Rose Kimberly and Claire Williamson join Alexa to discuss the South West Voice Hub, a network they created to connect voice practitioners and singers in the South West of the UK. The hub aims to provide a local network for all things voice-related, including referrals, training, and support. They discuss the challenges of finding voice professionals in the South West and the importance of building a community in the region. The hub offers different membership tiers for practitioners, singers, and students, with benefits including access to forums, discounts on CPD events, and a profile on the website. They also mention their upcoming launch event, which will feature workshops and networking opportunities. KEY MOMENTS "We want to make voice services more accessible and affordable, reducing the need to travel to larger cities." "It's important to work holistically with people, and having a network of professionals is crucial." "We're aiming to support and educate the local voice community, making it stronger and more connected." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Stephen King: https://voicecarecentre.co.uk/stephen-king/ (Singing Teachers Talk Podcast) Ep.90 Help! I’ve Got a Voice Problem with Lydia Hart and Stephen King Exeter Phoenix Centre: https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/ ABOUT THE GUEST Rose Kimberley is a Vocal Coach/Singing Teacher based in South Devon, where she runs The Vocal Studio Devon. Trained in 2012 with BAST, she has enhanced her skills through various CPD courses, including VHE's Vocal Health First Aid. A professional singer and solo artist, Rose combines industry knowledge with a passion for helping others develop and care for their voices. She also teaches music, artist development, and songwriting for the Barbican Theatre in Plymouth. Claire Williamson trained as a singer at LIPA and worked professionally as a singer and actress before becoming a Speech and Language Therapist at UCL. She has extensive NHS experience with children’s speech, language, and communication needs, and now works in private practice with both adults and children with voice disorders. Claire specialises in client-centred, evidence-based treatment of voice difficulties, with a special interest in helping professional voice users. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: https://www.southwestvoicehub.com/ Social Media: Instagram: @southwestvoicehub Contact Claire & Rose directly: southwestvoicehub@gmail.com 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
May 14, 2024 · 56 min
Ep.161 From Speech to Song: Training the Spoken Voice Vs the Singing Voice with SLP Elle Holiday
Vocal Labs director Elle Holiday joins Alexa this week all the way from Adelaide in South Australia. Elle is a voice-specialising speech pathologist and singing teacher whose methodology is customised and based on evidence, focusing on retraining vocal techniques, enhancing performance stamina, and fostering confidence. Elle offers services in voice care, voice training, rehabilitation, and massage therapy. Elle is here to discuss training the speaking voice versus training the singing voice. BEST MOMENTS "Singers with vocal injuries, who have rehabilitated from vocal injuries, are the people we should be seeking out the most for information on the voice." "If you were a football player and you do your ACL on the field, no one says you have horrendous football playing technique." "Safety is a huge thing in the trans community." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS (Singing Teachers Talk Podcast) Ep 75 - Vocal Rehabilitation for Singers with Dr Jenevora Williams Vocal Health Education: https://www.vocalhealth.co.uk/ Voice Care Centre: https://voicecarecentre.co.uk/ The work of Sarah Brown: https://www.sarahkbrownvoice.com/ & @vocalhealthskb The work of Andrea Fleming (Performance Anxiety) ABOUT THE GUEST Elle Holiday, based in Adelaide, South Australia, is a voice-specialising speech pathologist and singing teacher. As the director of VocaLab, she provides voice care and training, including vocal rehabilitation, specialised training for transgender clients and professional vocalists, and massage therapy for muscle tension dysphonia. Elle’s evidence-based methodology focuses on retraining vocal techniques, enhancing performance stamina, and fostering confidence. Through her Instagram @VocaLabAU, she offers free, accessible voice education. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: https://vocalab.com.au/ Social Media: Instagram: @vocalabau Elle’s Advanced Vocal Technique Workshop: https://avt.vocalab.com.au/ 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
May 8, 2024 · 52 min
Ep.160 Tuning into Trauma: Strategies for Singing Teachers with Psychologist Dr. Lydia Stone
In this week's episode Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Lydia Stone, joins Alexa Terry to discuss the topic of trauma. Lydia specialises in working with fostered and adopted children and families, she also runs a choir and is currently on the BAST Training Level 5 qualification course. Lydia explains the potential impacts of trauma on the singer, and helps us understand how we can conduct more trauma-informed singing lessons. KEY MOMENTS "Trauma responses impact muscle tension and vocal control" "Accept and empathise but maintain professional boundaries" "Self-care helps teachers support singers' mental health" ABOUT THE GUEST Dr Lydia Stone is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, who started her career with a choral scholarship at Cambridge University before completing her doctorate at Surrey University. Having an interest in trauma from an early stage, her professional work has taken her from London and the south of England as far afield as Tanzania and Bangladesh. She now specialises in work with fostered and adopted children and families in Oxford. This includes using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and Video Interaction Guidance. Throughout this time, she has continued her interest in singing, eventually finding her musical and spiritual home in Gospel music; and she was a long-time member of Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir (www.soulsanctuarygospel.com). Leaving that role to focus on family life, she now directs Tyndale Community Gospel Choir (www.tyndalegospel.fun) as well as choral groups at a local primary school. In the midst of this, she somehow squeezes in studying for the BAST Level 5 Singing Teacher Qualification. EPISODE RESOURCES The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.147 TV Vocal Coach: Behind the Scenes on ITV’s Mamma Mia with Claire Delaney ]Dr Shannon Coates: Dr Shannon Coates Singing Teachers Talk: Eps. 155 & 156 - Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates PACE: Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy Vocal Health Education: Vocal Health Education The work of Petra Raspel Borzynski NSPCC: nspcc.org.uk UK Trauma Council: UK Trauma Council Beacon House: Resources Attach Team (Oxfordshire): The ATTACH team | Oxfordshire County Council Contact Dr Lydia Stone directly: drlydiastone@gmail.com 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Apr 30, 2024 · 50 min
Ep.159 How Toys and Props Can Create Dynamic Singing Lessons with Kaya Herstad-Carney
Kaya Herstad-Carney returns to the podcast but this time she’s brought her Mary Poppins bag of tricks. Join Alexa and Kaya as they discuss the gadgets and props you can use as a singing teacher, the benefits they have to the student's voice and learning, and how best to utilise them in your singing lessons. KEY MOMENTS Because of its expandable nature, I like to use this with singers who feel constriction in the throat I love my singing straw The important thing is that you know the research and why RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Vocology in Practice: vocologyinpractice.org (Youtube) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Dr Shannon Coates: drshannoncoates.com (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Eps. 155 & 156 - Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates (Parts One & Two) Mindy Pack: mindypack.com Dana Lentini: born2singkids.com (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.77 - How to Teach Singing to Children with Dana Lentini Singing and Teaching Singing - A Holistic Approach to Classical Voice by Janice L. Chapman Estill Voice Training System: estillvoice.com Voce Vista: vocevista.com Matrix VocalizeU Spectogram Heidi Moss: heidimosserickson.com Actions - The Actor’s Thesaurus by Marina Caldarone & Maggie Lloyd-Williams Amelia Carr: ameliacarrvoice.com (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.50 - Managing ‘Pushy Parents’ and Teaching ‘Legit’ with Amelia Carr The Morrison Bone Prop The work of Ken Bozeman (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.146 How to Understand and Apply Vocal Acoustic Pedagogy with Ken Bozeman The work of Ian Howell (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.145 Style Vs Technique with Kaya Herstad-Carney ABOUT THE GUEST Kaya, a Norwegian artist based in the UK since '99, excels in original music, vocal coaching, and artist development. Her career includes performances on The Royal Variety Show and the BBC Songwriting Showcase. Passionate about mentoring, directing festivals, and teaching, she serves as a board member for Vocology in Practice, training singing teachers globally. Specialising in singing, songwriting, and artist development at Waterbear and esteemed institutions. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: kayamusic.com Social Media: Handle: @kayamusic 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Apr 23, 2024 · 48 min
Ep.158 How Music Theory and Keyboard Skills Can Transform Your Singing Teaching with Amy Walton
Amy Walton, with expertise in musical literacy and keyboard skills, joins Alexa to explore essential music theory and piano skills for singing teachers. Trained in jazz performance, she reshaped curriculum at the Academy of Contemporary Music and teaches at Toronto's Singers Edge. KEY MOMENTS "I try to incorporate movement into it. It's a bit of dance." “Don't look at it as what can I do, but what can theory do for you in your practice." “Sometimes I do that in a way to hide the vegetables." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Jacob Collier: https://www.jacobcollier.com/ Kaya Herstad-Carney: https://kayamusic.com/ (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk - Ep. 70 Coaching Contemporary Commercial Music with Kim Chandler www.kimchandler.com Open Music Theory - Viva Press Books: https://viva.pressbooks.pub/openmusictheory/ Popular Music Theory from University of West London: https://lcmmusicshop.uwl.ac.uk/shop/dept/Popular-Music-Theory/100105 Adult Piano Adventure Books Modern Pop Keyboard Books (Hal Leonard) (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk - Ep. Essential Piano Skills for Singers and Voice Teachers with Brenda Earle Stokes ABOUT THE GUEST Amy, originally from Cape Town, South Africa, boasts over 15 years' experience as a soloist and voice teacher. Trained in Jazz Performance at the University of Cape Town, she later led vocals at the Academy of Contemporary Music in London, reshaping their curriculum. Now based in Toronto, Amy teaches at Singer’s Edge and offers consultancy services while presenting at Vocology In Practice conferences. Her expertise spans vocal physiology, musical literacy, keyboard skills, and contemporary improvisation. Notable career highlights include performances with the KwaZulu Natal Philharmonic Orchestra in South Africa and on the Eiffel Tower. EPISODE RESOURCES Social Media: Instagram: @amywaltonmusic 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Apr 16, 2024 · 47 min
Ep.157 What Singing Teachers Need to Know about NATS with Dr Kari Ragan
What is the relationship between being a dancer and being a singer? The training for both is so segregated, but should it be? Host Alexa Terry is joined on this week’s episode of the Singing Teachers Talk by osteopath and former ballet dancer and singer, Jennie Morton. Find out about the work Jennie does with her clients in LA. RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Voice and Dance Technique Integration - Triple Threat or Double Trouble? Hilliard Discussion 2017 (hosepipe analogy) Duncan Rock The Dance Resource Centre LA What Do You Do With Your Arms? from Carner & Gregor’s Island Song A BAST Educational video: ‘A Holistic Approach to Safe Vocalising’ by Jennie Morton The Integration of Voice and Dance Techniques in Musical Theatre: Anatomical Considerations (first published for Medical Problems of Performing Artists Journal) Voice and Dance Technique Integration - Triple Threat or Double Trouble (a chapter in a book aimed at a clinical audience) Voice and Dance Technique Integration - Triple Threat or Double Trouble (for VASTA journal aimed more at teachers) Integrating Voice & Movement Course ABOUT THE GUEST After a long performing career as a Ballet dancer, West End Musical Theatre performer, and lead singer of a London Big Band, Jennie is now a Clinical Osteopath specialising in the field of Performing Arts Medicine. She provides treatment for musculoskeletal, neurobiological, and psycho-physiological issues from her base in Los Angeles. She also works as a Performance Coach for singers and actors, focusing on anatomical efficiency, embodiment of artistry, movement education, and rehabilitation from vocal injury. Jennie co-created the MSc in Performing Arts Medicine at University College, London, and lectures internationally to artists, arts educators, and healthcare professionals on the subject of performance-related injuries. She is the author of three books: The Authentic Performer: Wearing A Mask And The Effect On Health; The Embodied Dancer: A Guide To Optimal Performance; and Dancing Longer, Dancing Stronger. Her website contains many of her published articles and educational resources, as well as links to her online courses on a range of health topics. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: jenniemorton.com KariRagan.com Social Media Facebook: @Voice Studio of Dr. Kari Ragan 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Apr 9, 2024 · 42 min
Ep.156 Part Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates
Dr Shannon Coates is with us for part two of this discussion on building neurodiversity inclusive voice studios and we're picking up just where we left off last week. Shannon is a singer, voice teacher, and educator who began developing training and educational resources specifically for independent voice teachers. She works with smaller groups of teachers in an eight-month training called the VoicePed UnDegree that runs each year. This week, Shannon helps us to understand the terminology of neurodiversity, and we start to explore how we can be inclusive for the likes of dyslexia and ADHD. KEY MOMENTS “I cannot focus on what you’re asking me to do, my senses are in complete overwhelm” “The things we do in the studio to affirm neurodiversity do not just affirm neurodivergent singers, they affirm all singers” “There is a lifetime of trying to figure out the rules because our social rules are based on reading other people” “Clarity is kindness” RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.104 Teaching Singers with ADHD with Colin McGee Lewis Capaldi Nikki Loney & Full Voice Music: fullvoicemusic.com (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.139 Understanding Play-Based Learning for Children and Young Adult Singers with Nikki Loney ABOUT THE GUEST Shannon is a singer, voice teacher, and educator with nearly two decades of experience running a successful independent voice studio. She develops training and resources for voice teachers worldwide, focusing on inclusivity and neurodiversity. Shannon holds three vocal performance degrees from the University of Toronto and offers subject-specific training, including Neurodiversity-Affirming VoicePed and Contemporary Voice. She promotes best practices in teaching and advocates for inclusive voice spaces through social media. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: drshannoncoates.com Social Media: Instagram: @voiceped Facebook: @VoiceAndTheArtofTeaching 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Apr 2, 2024 · 1 hr
Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates
Dr Shannon Coates will be keeping us company over the next two weeks to help us understand how we can build neurodiversity-inclusive voice studios. Shannon is a singer, voice teacher, and educator who began developing training and educational resources specifically for independent voice teachers. She works with smaller groups of teachers in an eight-month training called the VoicePed UnDegree that runs each year. This week, Shannon helps us to understand the terminology of neurodiversity, and we start to explore how we can be inclusive for the likes of dyslexia and ADHD. KEY MOMENTS ‘Not being associated with academia doesn't mean that you can’t be a specialist voice teacher’ ‘In the process of working with my own children I also began to see some of those similar things in the studio’ ‘Practising the new thing is always in my brain, I want to get into it and the novelty of it, ADHD singers will love it’ ‘No matter who we’re working with, the most effective reframing is asking what they focused in on and found interesting’ RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS (Column) Neurodiversity in the Voice Studio, Clinic, and Performance Space: Using a Neurodiversity Affirming Lens to Build More Inclusive Spaces for Singers: Part 1, Current Understanding of Neurodiversity by Dr Shannon Coates; Journal of Singing (2022) (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.152 ‘Tomayto, Tomahto’: Understanding Singing Terminology with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.104 Teaching Singers with ADHD with Colin McGee Tera Sumpter: https://terasumpter.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST Shannon is a singer, voice teacher, and educator with nearly two decades of experience running a successful independent voice studio. She develops training and resources for voice teachers worldwide, focusing on inclusivity and neurodiversity. Shannon holds three vocal performance degrees from the University of Toronto and offers subject-specific training, including Neurodiversity-Affirming VoicePed and Contemporary Voice. She promotes best practices in teaching and advocates for inclusive voice spaces through social media. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: www.drshannoncoates.com Social Media: Instagram: @voiceped Facebook: @VoiceAndTheArtofTeaching 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Mar 27, 2024 · 37 min
Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers with Alexa Terry
In this episode, Alexa dives into the common struggles of imposter syndrome, low confidence, and feeling overwhelmed that many singing teachers face. As an experienced voice instructor and singer herself, Alexa shares personal stories and insights on managing these challenges in your teaching career and life. Learn how to overcome negative self-talk, build your confidence both in and out of the studio, and avoid burnout through self-care and planning. "Sometimes, I am completely overwhelmed by the amount of information and responsibility I'm faced with as a singing teacher." RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Vocology in Practice The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention by Dr Pauline R Clance & Dr Suzanne A Imes (1978): Man and Superman by George Bernard Shaw (1903) (Blog) Singing and the Premenstrual Voice Singing Teachers Talk Ep.102 Understanding Singing and Menopause with Joanne Bozeman Psychologist Lev Vygotsky (The Zone of Proximal Development & ‘Scaffolding’) The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women by Valerie Young (Youtube) TED Talk by Valerie Young (2017) Singing Teachers Talk Ep.49 Unlocking Your Creative Potential with Tommy Ludgate Singing Teachers Talk Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang with Kerrie Obert Singing Teachers Talk Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre with Amanda Flynn Steven Bartlett & The Diary of a CEO John Henny Voice Study Centre Adam Grant The 6-minute Success Journal Singing Teachers Talk Ep.147 TV Coach: Behind the Scenes on ITV’s Mamma Mia with Claire Delaney ABOUT THE GUEST After graduating with a BA Musical Theatre degree, Alexa Terry donned her sailor’s cap and performed as a lead soloist on cruise ships travelling the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Baltic seas. She trod the boards in London’s West End as the protagonist in a new Musical Theatre project, studied as a librettist with Book, Music and Lyrics (BML), and has written for the likes of BritishTheatre.com as a reviewer. Alexa runs her a singing tuition practice in the South of England and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools - Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels entry auditions. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk Podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 Qualification, and has presented on the topics of Musical Theatre repertoire and authentic Musical Theatre performance. Guest Website: aterryvocalcoaching.com 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Mar 20, 2024 · 44 min
Ep.153 Mastering the Spoken Voice for Recording with Nic Redman
Joining Alexa this week is Nic Redman, who has been working with the spoken voice for almost 20 years and who is the author of the best-selling book ‘On the Mic’. Nic has featured across the BBC, Times Radio, The Guardian, Irish Times, and The Metro. She offers one-to-one coaching for voice-over artists, narrators, podcasters, and speakers to master their speaking voice, working with the likes of Peloton and comedian Sarah Millican. KEY MOMENTS ‘I had this like, ping of this feels nice. This feels where I'm supposed to be on the microphone’ ‘The huge contrast to the musical theatre world was that nobody was going, your voice is great, but you don't look quite right’ ‘I was really intrigued by the idea of spoken voice and the potential that it really has as a performer’ RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Central School of Speech and Drama: https://www.cssd.ac.uk/ The Voice Coach Podcast by Nic Redman The Voice Deck by Nic Redman Dane Chalfin: https://danechalfin.com/ Gravy for the Brain: https://www.gravyforthebrain.com/ The Voice Over Network: https://www.thevoiceovernetwork.org/ Voice Over KickStart: https://voiceoverkickstart.com/ The Voice Over Social: https://thevosocial.com/ Vocal Booth to Go: https://www.vocalboothtogo.co.uk/ Microphone: Rode NT1-A Headphones: Beyerdynamic DT 770 Get Nic’s Free Warm-up HERE: https://nicolaredman.com/freebies/ ABOUT THE GUEST Nic Redman, with nearly 20 years of experience in recording and coaching, specializes in helping individuals feel vocally confident on the microphone. Featured on BBC, Times Radio, The Guardian, Irish Times, and the Metro, Nic offers personalized coaching for voice artists, podcasters, and speakers, counting Sarah Millican and Channel 4 among her clients. She conducts retreats, online courses, and masterclasses, providing on-mic direction for brands like Peloton and Mercedes Petronus. Nic is a sought-after speaker, panelist, and co-creator of the award-winning Voiceover Social Podcast. Her bestselling book, "On The Mic," offers invaluable insights into voice training and recording. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: onthemicbook.com Social Media: Instagram: @nicredvoice 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Mar 13, 2024 · 43 min
Ep.152 'Tomayto, Tomahto': Understanding Singing Terminology With Line Hilton
Alexa Terry talks about vocal related terminology with BAST founder Line Hilton in Ep.152. Line explains some of the anatomical terminology a singing teacher may encounter in a medical or voice science setting this includes anatomical terms, register names, support and resonance. She and Alexa play a register names pop quiz to see how many of the 107 names they know. Line emphasises the importance of understanding and using terminologies in a flexible and adaptable manner, considering the context and audience. KEY MOMENTS 'If there really are 107 different names for registers, do we need to know them all? ’ ‘What we feel isn't necessarily a correlation to what's going on mechanically.' ‘What does support mean? Pretty much as many people as I've asked, is the amount of answers that I've received.’ EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: basttraining.com Social Media: @basttraining RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS (BAST Blog) The Laryngeal Nerves: https://www.basttraining.com/the-laryngeal-nerves/ Kerrie Obert: https://obertvoicestudios.com/ (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang with Kerrie Obert (Book) Anatomy of Voice by Blandine Calais-Germain & Francois Germain (Book) Singing & Science: Body, Brain and Voice by Jean Callaghan (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.62 How to Choose the Best Vocal Exercises with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.73 The Best Vocal Exercises for Laryngeal Stability with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.83 The Best Vocal Exercises for Sick Voices with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.113 The Best Vocal Exercises for Chest Voice with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.114 The Best Vocal Exercises for Head Voice with Line Hilton (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.115 The Best Vocal Exercises for The Transition with Line Hilton Chris Johnson: https://chrisjohnsonvocalcoach.com/ Teach Voice: https://www.teachvoice.com/ (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.44 Exploring Vocal Registers with Chris Johnson Traditional Belt Example: Johnny One Note from Babes in Arms (Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre with Amanda Flynn Physio Ed: https://www.physioedmedical.co.uk/ Vocology in Practice: https://www.vocologyinpractice.org/ 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Mar 6, 2024 · 50 min
Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang with Kerrie Obert
Vocal coach Kerrie Obert joins Alexa to discuss the technique of twang in singing—what it is, how to find it, and how to apply it in a healthy way across your range. We bust myths about twang and larynx position, examine impactful but overlooked research, and learn exercises to develop this bright, forward resonance while avoiding excess tension. For all singers looking to understand the mechanics behind great country, rock, and belt singing, this is an episode you won't want to miss. KEY MOMENTS ‘I would say it's very high, like 70 or 80 percent of the people who twang don't have aryepiglottic narrowing.’ 'It actually gives you credibility, to be able to acknowledge that that you think differently about something’ ‘I want to look at what point those pharyngeal constrictors narrow in the range. And to see how that relates to our perception of passaggio’ RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.59 Top Tongue Tips for Boosting High Frequency Energy with Kerrie Obert The work of William Vennard Jo Estill: https://estillvoice.com/ Amanda Flynn: https://www.amandaflynnvoice.com/ Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre with Amanda Flynn ABOUT THE GUEST Kerrie Obert is a speech language pathologist and singing voice specialist from Columbus Ohio. Ms. Obert holds degrees in both musical theatre performance and speech language pathology. She spent nearly 20 years working at The Ohio State University JamesCare Voice & Swallowing Disorders Clinic where she performed thousands of endoscopies as part of a diagnostic team and provided therapy to patients with a wide variety of laryngeal disorders. Ms. Obert was instrumental in setting up the Singing Health Specialization at OSU and served as the Director of Medical Arts for that program. Although she stepped away from her clinical duties at OSU, she remains on the faculty for research purposes. Ms. Obert has written four books on voice and has conducted clinical research using acoustics, MRI and EGG. She has presented on several continents and is passionate about bridging science and art. Ms. Obert is the executive principal of Getvocal-now.com, an online continuing education platform for singers, speech language pathologists and voice teachers. Her current research interests are in pharyngeal and tongue positions as they relate to boosting high frequency energy. Kerrie Obert is also a guest lecture on the BAST Training Level 5 Singing Teacher Qualification. EPISODE RESOURCES Guest Website: getvocal-now.com com Social Media: Instagram: @kerrieobert 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated