Vocal pedagogy expert Ken Bozeman returns to the podcast, joining Alexa to explore laryngeal vs. acoustic registration, how vowel modification impacts vocal range, and the role of sensory feedback in refining vocal technique. KEY TAKEAWAYS Laryngeal registration involves physical changes… Read More »Ep.172 Understanding Acoustic Registers with Ken Bozeman
Here’s what voice guru Dr Ingo Titze thinks you should know about semi-occluded vocal tract exercises (SOVTs). Many singers include SOVTs in their practice regimes to improve balance and stamina. From lip trills, vocalising with puffy cheeks and singing through… Read More »Five Things You Need to Know About SOVTs, According to Dr Ingo Titze ⏱ 3 Mins
Robert Price is a voice teacher, director, and level five advanced clinical massage therapist specialising in the voice and jaw. He trained in voice studies at the Central School of Speech and Drama before teaching and directing in many drama… Read More »Ep.171 A Guide to Vocal Self-Massage for Singers with Robert Price
Join voice scientist, Dr Ingo Titze and Speech and Language Pathologist, Karin Titze-Cox in Ep.170, 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,… Read More »Ep.170 Understanding the Science of SOVTs: In Conversation with Ingo Titze & Karin Titze Cox
Are vocal hacks the solution to singing problems, or do they store up issues for later? We asked an expert.
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… Read More »Ep.169 How to Use Gesture for Better Singing with Heather Baker
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,… Read More »Ep.168 Pros and Cons of Quick Fixes in Singing with Line Hilton
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… Read More »Ep.167 Understanding Nasality and Perception in the Singing Voice with Dr Nicholas Perna
Want to boost your belt, transform your transition or add some va va voom to your vibrato? Check out these must-listen podcast interviews on vocal technique.
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,… Read More »Ep.166 Overcoming Self-Consciousness in Singing with Becky Gilhespie
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… Read More »Ep.165 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part Two
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… Read More »Ep.164 Music and the Brain: The Science of Learning & Practice with Dr Molly Gebrian Part One
Tread carefully when advising a singer to see an ENT by following these easy tips.
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… Read More »Ep.162 Voices of the South West: Building Community with Rose Kimberley & Claire Williamson from the SouthWest Voice Hub
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… Read More »Ep.161 From Speech to Song: Training the Spoken Voice Vs the Singing Voice with SLP Elle Holiday
Use these everyday household items as props in your singing lessons for quick results and happy, engaged students.
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… Read More »Ep.159 How Toys and Props Can Create Dynamic Singing Lessons with Kaya Herstad-Carney
Dr. Kari Ragan, is a voice teacher and rehab specialist, Master Teacher for National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Intern Program, co-founder of Northwest Voice Conference. She joins Alexa to discuss NATS’ mission, benefits of membership, and the upcoming… Read More »Ep.157 What Singing Teachers Need to Know about NATS with Dr Kari Ragan
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… Read More »Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios with Dr Shannon Coates
In this solo 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… Read More »Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers with Alexa Terry
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