The Intelligent Vocalist

John Henny

Hosted by world renowned vocal coach John Henny, The Intelligent Vocalist delves into all things singing - from anatomy and vocal science, to performance, lessons, health, artist development and inside industry practices, Join John as he opens the door to the world of singing and gives insights gleaned from his many decades of teaching everyone from beginners to superstars, as well as training other leading voice teachers.

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476 episodes
Updated July 14

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Apr 25, 2016 · 20 min
Episode 15 - Having a Singing Career
A career in singing is a dream shared by many, but so few achieve this elusive goal. In this episode, John discussing the different types of career path, and the skills you need in each one. John also gives singers looking for a recording career some vital tips to getting started, and how to begin to find their own unique identity and persona as an artist.
Apr 19, 2016 · 21 min
Episode 14 - Your Voice and Hydration
Proper hydration is absolutely essential for a healthy speaking and singing voice, but how can you make sure your voice is properly hydrated? In this episode, John covers both how to best hydrate your voice through your body as well as your environment. He also covers one of the most effective devices he has found to get moisture directly onto your vocal cords. This episode is a must for all singers and voice professionals.
Apr 1, 2016 · 16 min
Episode 13 - What About Breathing?
Breathing, another controversial singing subject (what isn't?). We can all agree breath is essential to singing, but you obviously know how to breath, and are probably doing it now, so why is singing so different? There are different schools of thought on the subject, and some teachers make breathing the most important thing in singing. Other very successful teachers hardly touch on the subject. What to do? In this episode, John gives his views on proper breathing (as well as LA traffic) and why it can be a relatively simple skill to acquire. He also includes a few exercises you can do to improve your control and awareness of breath.
Feb 25, 2016 · 18 min
Episode 12 - Having a Healthy Speaking Voice
In this episode, John explains how to get and maintain a healthy speaking voice, and why it is essential for all singers to work on this. Learn best practices and simple exercises you can use to get your best voice.
Jan 19, 2016 · 20 min
Episode 11 - Can Everyone Learn to Sing?
This is one of the questions voice teachers get asked the most. People are fascinated by singers, and would love to be able to do it, but don't think they can ever learn. John goes into his past experience with students, and explains how those with very little natural ability were able to become proficient, if not great, singers. John also explores ideas if tone deafness, and how he once thought he could never learn to sing properly.
Jan 14, 2016 · 20 min
Episode 10 - Is Vocal Technique Necessary
The passing of the great David Bowie is a great loss to the artistic community. In this episode, John reflects on one of Bowie's greatest vocal recordings, "Heroes," and looks into the debate of vocal technique versus vocal performance. John gives his thoughts on how to strike a proper balance between giving your all in artistic expression, while still protecting your instrument.
Jan 12, 2016 · 16 min
Episode 9 - Classical vs Contemporary Voice Lessons
Voice teachers are often divided into two camps: classical and contemporary. There are often disagreements between these groups, sometimes it's not pretty. In this episode, John looks at the two major voice camps and gives his thoughts on some controversial points - specifically singers who are studying classically, but want to sing contemporary musical theatre or pop.
Dec 15, 2015 · 22 min
Episode 8 - Why Your Voice Cracks
In this episode you will learn about vocal registers and why they cause the dreaded cracks and breaks in the singing voice. John also tackles some of the myths and misunderstandings surrounding vocal breaks. Understanding why these breaks occur is one of the best ways to begin to correct them.
Dec 8, 2015 · 20 min
Episode 7 - Should I Sing Scales?
There has been a move in recent years to denigrate singing scales, even accusing their use of hampering your vocal progress. John has his own opinion of singing scales, and how you can best use them in your own practice. John also shows you how to move from scales to sings more smoothly, eliminating a major source of frustration for singers.
Nov 24, 2015 · 21 min
Episode 6 - The Basics of Vocal Health
Vocal health might be a somewhat unglamorous list of dos and don'ts, but it is a major part of being a good singer. John explains key points you need to know to keep yourself healthy and to make sure your voice lasts. Understand key foods, medications, and lifestyle choices that can create serious problems for the singer. No matter how good your vocal technique is, if you don't stay healthy you will not be able to sing at your best.
Nov 17, 2015 · 21 min
Episode 5 - Why You Need to Understand Resonance
Vocal resonance really is the difference between sounding awful, sounding just okay, or being absolutely amazing. Resonance acts as the filter and the amplifier for the sound waves you create, and correctly adjusting your resonance is a must for good singing. John breaks down this complex subject into easy to understand bites. Join him in this podcast and get crucial knowledge to become a better singer today!
Nov 10, 2015 · 21 min
Episode 4 - Why You Aren't Singing In Tune
Do you struggle with pitch? Are you worried you might be tone deaf? In this podcast John explains the main causes of singing out-of-tune and how to correct them. Struggling with pitch is an almost certainty if you are not using correct technique. John gives you the understanding to fix these issues and to get your voice on path to in-tune singing. This episode is a must for anyone struggling with his or her voice.
Nov 3, 2015 · 21 min
Episode 3 - How the Vocal Cords Work
As a singer, understanding the vocal cords is an important part of learning your instrument, yet so few singers really know how they work. In this episode, John breaks down the anatomy and function of the vocal cords in easy to understand language, in order to give you greater knowledge and control over your singing.
Oct 25, 2015 · 22 min
Episode 2 - Choosing a Voice Teacher
Finding the right voice teacher is critical for your future success as a singer. What are the most important things to look for when choosing a teacher? You might be surprised at John's answers. The voice teaching industry is marketed like any other. In this episode, John helps you see what is hype and what is real when looking at potential teachers.
Oct 25, 2015 · 20 min
Episode 1 - The Greatest Secret of Singing
In any skill there is usually one technical shift that can bring a big change. In this episode, John reveals his one technical trick and how it has helped bring about big changes in singer's abilities to hit higher notes and remove strain. The reasons why this "trick" works are also explored, including what is happening at the physical level of the voice. This episode is a must for singers!
Oct 22, 2015 · 20 min
Episode 00 - Introduction to the Intelligent Vocalist Podcast
In this introductory episode, renowned Los Angeles voice instructor John Henny gives you the lowdown on the show's philosophy, what you can expect from future episodes, and why he's doing this in the first place. The Intelligent Vocalist explores singing on every level. It is based on the idea that the more you know about the voice and how it works, the better you can sing. John's insights into the music business and performance can help any aspiring singer get on a better path to success. This podcast is for the singer who wants to know everything they can about singing and the world of voice.