Piano Accompaniment Tips: Helpful Hacks If You Lack Keyboard Confidence ⏱ 3 Mins
Feel more at ease and focused when you’re teaching by following these helpful piano accompaniment tips.
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Why You Should Join NATS ⏱ 2 Mins
Joining the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) transformed Dr Kari Ragan’s career. Could it do the same for yours?
Strategies for Teaching Singers with Autism ⏱ 3 Mins
Improve how you coach students on the spectrum by using these strategies for teaching singers with autism.
Teaching Singers with Dyslexia: The Small Changes That Could Have a Big Impact ⏱ 3 Mins
Making a few easy adaptions in your studio can help singers with dyslexia feel nurtured and included.
Imposter Syndrome: How to Push Back Negative Thoughts and Reframe Your Thinking ⏱ 3 Mins
Silence the hyper-critical voice inside your head by following this sage advice on managing imposter syndrome.
Have You Tried Slug Tongue? It’s Fun, Easy and Releases Tension ⏱ 2 Mins
Slug tongue releases tension, boosts articulation and is guaranteed to make you sound and look a bit silly.
A Guide to the Most Common Singing Terms ⏱ 2 Mins
Confused by vocal terminology? Here’s a simple guide to common singing terms to help you teach with confidence.
Twang: The Vocal Technique that Adds Colour and Soul to A Performance ⏱ 3 Mins
What is twang? How does it relate to the tongue? And how can singers master this vocal technique? Read on to find out.
A Guide to Good Sitting Posture for Singing Teachers ⏱ 2 Mins
Are you in pain after a long day teaching? Here’s a simple exercise to check if your sitting posture is correct.
From Queen to Quasimodo: Vocal Health Advice for Tribute Artists and Character Actors ⏱ 3 Mins
Osteopath Jennie Morton explains the occupational hazards that character actors face and shares an insightful tip for tribute artists.
Six Ways To Help Your Student Make a Brilliant Vocal Reel ⏱ 2 Mins
Help your students make vocal reels that showcase their skills and wow casting directors and agents.
How to Prepare for a Mamma Mia! Audition ⏱ 2 Mins
Top musical theatre vocal coach Claire Delaney shares her top tips on how to prepare for a Mamma Mia! audition.
Vocal Acoustics: Three Exercises to Try in The Singing Studio ⏱ 2 Mins
Intimidated by vocal acoustics? Don’t be. Instead, try these easy exercises recommended by vocal acoustics pioneer Professor Ken Bozeman.
How to Sing Like Billie Eilish: Three Talking Points About Whisper-Pop ⏱ 2 Mins
What do singers need to know before they emulate the breathy, whisper-pop vocal style of superstar Billie Eilish?
How to Build A Singing Studio With A Unique Identity ⏱ 2 Mins
Want to build a singing studio that reflects who you really are and stands out from the rest? Discover how one singing teacher turned her passions into her studio’s USP.
Artist Development: The Role Singing Teachers Play in Nurturing Talent ⏱ 2 Mins
With record labels investing less and less in artist development, the role of singing teacher as mentor is more important than ever.
Guide to Gospel Music for Singers and Teachers ⏱ 3 Mins
Start your gospel music journey with this helpful guide explaining the history and principles of this influential genre.
Voice Science: How to Get Started and Where to Find Good Resources ⏱ 2 Mins
If you want to know more about singing but find the concept of voice science intimidating, then read on.
How to Discuss Pitch Inaccuracy with a Student ⏱ 2 Mins
Top vocal coach Line Hilton discusses the dos and don’ts of talking about pitch inaccuracy with a singer.
Why You Should Invite Parents to Sit In On Singing Lessons ⏱ 2 Mins
Nikki Loney doesn’t discourage parents from observing singing lessons – she invites them into her studio. Read on to discover why.