How to Help Singers Explore and Extend Their Vocal Range ⏱ 3 Mins
Top vocal coach Line Hilton shares her favourite exercises to help singers feel more confident singing high notes and extend their vocal range.
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Ep.204 Mastering Self Tapes for Auditions with Becca Luter
This week, Alexa is chatting with singing teacher and performer of stage and screen – Becca Luter, about mastering the art of stress-free self-taping for auditions. Discover valuable tips and techniques to enhance the audition process for you and your… Read More »Ep.204 Mastering Self Tapes for Auditions with Becca Luter
Surprising Tongue Tie Symptoms: Do You Know Them All? ⏱ 3 Mins
Tongue ties are commonly associated with lisping, but they can cause a much wider and more complex range of symptoms.
Ep.203 Demystifying Vocal Classifications and Ranges with Line Hilton
Vocal Range – What the Fach?! Ever wondered what really defines a singer’s voice type? In this episode, BAST founder Line Hilton demystifies the world of vocal fach—but is it really all about range? From booming basses to soaring sopranos,… Read More »Ep.203 Demystifying Vocal Classifications and Ranges with Line Hilton
Hypermobility and Singing: What Vocal Coaches Need to Know ⏱ 3 Mins
How does hypermobility impact the singing voice? To find out, we spoke to voice coach and blogger Sarah Algoet.
Ep.202 Tongue Ties and Singing: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment with Jessica Luffey
Could a hidden tongue tie be holding your singers back? In this episode, certified orofacial myology specialist Jessica Luffey reveals how tongue ties impact vocal freedom – and it’s more common than you might think. Discover how to spot a… Read More »Ep.202 Tongue Ties and Singing: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment with Jessica Luffey
Five Things All Singers Should Know About Belting ⏱ 3 Mins
Broadway performer Emily Kristen Morris dispels some common misconceptions about belting.
Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
Did you know that hypermobility can impact vocal technique, breath control, and even performance anxiety? In this episode, voice coach and viral blogger Sarah Algoet discusses the surprising ways hypermobility affects singers—both as a gift and a challenge. Tune in… Read More »Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing with Emily Kristen Morris
Episode 200! We’re celebrating this milestone with none other than Emily Kristen Morris, a powerhouse performer from the stages of Wicked, Frozen, and Something Rotten! Get ready for a deep dive into the mysteries of mix and belt, what they… Read More »Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing with Emily Kristen Morris
Ep.199 The Truth About Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Insights from Dr. Lori Sonnenberg
Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD) is one of the most common voice diagnoses—but what does it actually mean? What are the symptoms? And how can we continue to support singers with suspected or diagnosed MTD? In this episode, Dr Lori Sonnenberg… Read More »Ep.199 The Truth About Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Insights from Dr. Lori Sonnenberg
Ep.198 Mastering Singing for Stage, Screen & the Music Industry with Jai Ramage
What makes a singer stand out in a West End audition? How do vocal coaches prepare artists for The Voice? And why are singers struggling to make it in today’s music industry? This week, we dive into the world of… Read More »Ep.198 Mastering Singing for Stage, Screen & the Music Industry with Jai Ramage
Insider Tips on Getting A Job in Higher Education ⏱ 2 Mins
The head of vocals at a top London music college reveals the skills and attributes you need to get a teaching job in higher education.
Ep.197 Backing Adele and beyond: the art and craft of backing vocals with Katie Holmes Smith
What’s it really like to be a backing vocalist for some of the biggest stars on the planet? In this episode, we are joined by Katie Holmes-Smith, whose impressive career has seen her perform with the likes of Adele, Kylie… Read More »Ep.197 Backing Adele and beyond: the art and craft of backing vocals with Katie Holmes Smith
Tackling Imposter Syndrome: How to Get Started ⏱ 2 Mins
Whether you’re looking to help your students tackle imposter syndrome or just want to work on your own confidence, here’s a guide to get you started.
Ep.196 How to Be a Singing Teacher in Higher Education with Trudy Kerr
How do you land a job in a higher education music institution? And what do they actually look for in a singing teacher? This week, Alexa sits down with Trudy Kerr, Head of Vocals at London College of Contemporary Music… Read More »Ep.196 How to Be a Singing Teacher in Higher Education with Trudy Kerr
How to Start a Singing Teaching Business Abroad ⏱ 2 Mins
A teacher who’s living the dream in beautiful Bali reveals what it takes to start a singing teaching business abroad.
Ep.195 How Unlocking Your True Values Can Transform Your Teaching and Life with Louise Callin
Are your values driving your work as a singing teacher, or holding you back? This week, we chat with Louise Callin, a dance teacher, mindset coach, and NLP practitioner, to explore tools for handling imposter syndrome, confidence dips, and daily… Read More »Ep.195 How Unlocking Your True Values Can Transform Your Teaching and Life with Louise Callin
Tongue Tension: Useful Questions to Ask Students ⏱ 2 Mins
If you think a student has tongue tension, ask these useful questions to better understand – and address – the problem.
Ep.194 From Jersey to Bali: Relocating a Singing Teaching Business with Gia Morgan
If you could live and work anywhere in the world, where would it be? For Gia Morgan, the answer was Bali. Join us as Gia shares her journey from the bustling life of a singing teacher in Jersey to creating… Read More »Ep.194 From Jersey to Bali: Relocating a Singing Teaching Business with Gia Morgan
Ep.193 How to Master Tongue Tension for Better Singing with Walt Fritz
How much do you really know about your tongue? Could a simple touch or stretch transform your vocal performance? In this episode, we reconnect with manual therapist Walt Fritz to explore the fascinating world of tongue awareness, self-stretching techniques, and… Read More »Ep.193 How to Master Tongue Tension for Better Singing with Walt Fritz