All Things Vocal Podcast: Recent Episodes
Judy Rodman
This podcast is for those interested in the voice, from beginners to professional stage and studio singers, speakers, voice specialists, songwriters and audio production teams. In these episodes, vocal coach and music industry veteran Judy Rodman uses her vast experience on ’both sides of the glass’ to give vocal tips, techniques and advice that can quickly improve the health, control and communicative impact of the voice. She also interviews professional singers, speakers, songwriters, coaches and industry insiders who share insights for serious vocal careers and actionable insider secrets that can make all the difference to vocal career success. Subscribe today and don’t miss an episode!
Did you know that how you approach and handle a microphone can significantly affect your vocal ability? Listen to this episode to learn specific microphone techniques for all kinds of live performance situations.
Here are some links I mention:
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Me singing a snippet of 'You Want It Back' - find it at 14:46 in the Youtube version of this podcast https://youtu.be/gF5HDJKYg9c
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Celine Dion singing 'Power of Love' https://youtu.be/Q5bX5K76Hag?si=PmLHV-YK-8HDvapF
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My performance singing 'Girls Ride Horses, Too' while playing guitar: https://youtu.be/MopYcmrv0Ag?si=fsRYzMfh8NkqmN5I
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Preston James singing 'Fences' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDxmQ6-qgr8
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My performance of 'When The Day Is Over' https://youtu.be/2CYUL3Tug2w
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My 7-song album with the songs I used to demonstrate mic techniques: https://www.johnandjudyrodman.com/music.html
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To schedule a vocal lesson with me: https://calendly.com/judyrodman
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Get your free copy of my vocal health tips here: https://judyrodman.com/newsletter-signup/
The singing and speaking voice is greatly affected by the health and hearing ability of our ears. In this episode, I chat with Dr. Rebecca Grome, the audiologist and owner at Ears4U in Nashville, Tennessee, who generously shares her advice on ear care, including what NOT to stick in there!
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Want more vocal control when singing in the studio? In this short but valuable episode, I give you 5 pro hacks specially designed for singing at a recording microphone. They can immediately increase your vocal control and thus skyrocket the quality of your final vocal. Find the transcript and video at www.AllThingsVocal.com.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Singing In The Studio (My multimedia course for singers)
Vocal Production Workshop (My 2 hour workshop for audio engineers and producers)
SOVT, or 'semi-occluded vocal tract' exercises, IF done with good form, can significantly improve vocal ability and vocal health. In this episode, I show you why and how you should PULL them instead of Push them, like most people do. See this episode on YouTube for video demonstrations of these exercises.
Other Links mentioned:
- Marci D. Rosenberg article
- Ingo Titze article
- Balloon phonation exercises
- Mark Thress
- Book a lesson with me
- My vocal training course
In this episode I teach vocal exercises I designed using voiced consonants and vowels to help singers AND speakers blend their chest and head registers. Doing these exercises also helps you eliminate vocal breaks, add more resonance and range and ease vocal strain. These benefits occur as we take the voice across the passagio from chest to head voice while pulling and morphing the syllables. It's weird, but it works!
LINKS:
- National Library of Medicine
- Power, Path & Performance vocal training course
- Speaking Voice Technique video course
- Book a vocal lesson with me
- Signup for free vocal health tips
My interview guest is speaking coach/author Peter George. Truly great public speaking skills are worth pursuing and improving, whether you're a veteran stage presentation speaker or a more casual workshop host, teacher or business person. Even singers need to talk to their audiences and do interviews. Listen to this episode for insider tips and strategies for making an impact and getting the responses you want when you talk.
RAISE YOUR SKILLS:
To significantly raise your speaking skills, consider the following pair of training materials:
- Peter George's book 'The Captivating Public Speaker' (Amazon pd ad)
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- my video course 'Speaking Voice Technique'. For a limited time: Get 30% off my course at checkout with coupon PGCHAT.
Did you know that articulating voiced consonants tightly can kill your high notes? In this episode, I talk about why this happens, and what you can do to turn your voiced consonants from voice saboteurs into voice enablers.
Links mentioned:
- Power, Path & Performance vocal training courses
- Phonetics Pow document
- www.JudyRodman.com
With all the vocal coaches out there, do you wonder what vocal training you can trust to work best for your voice? Here is a short episode that will tell you why I know what I know as vocal coach, and how YOU can use my training to radically transform your voice with more ability, health and messaging impact than it's ever known.
If you need a better, healthier, or more effective voice, I'd love to help you:
You can check out my vocal training courses, contact me about vocal lessons, and sign up for my 9 page ebook 'Vocal Health Tips' (my gift to you), all on my website: https://judyrodman.com.
Join us for Part two of this interview as JP & Kat Raio-Rende and I exchange all kinds of career stories, music creation and chart-making strategies, as well as mic/voice-saving vocal technique!
Be sure and catch Part 1 of this interview if you missed it... it's the episode right before this one.
Their website: https://www.earwormny.com
My website: https://judyrodman.com/
My guests today are primetime music creators JP and Kathryn Raio-Rende, owners of Earworm Music Company in New York City. This is Part 1 of our interview, which continues next episode as Part 2.
- Their website: https://www.earwormny.com
- Their Emmy-winning song performed by Billy Porter for Sesame Street: https://youtu.be/derxRN-ZkMI?si=S6ZX1p44yjcD5zxv
Listen as we trade stories, strategies and advice for songwriting, production and singing for major market media.
If you want to build a successful music career, you need to build a following. Creating and leveraging your personal brand can be a game-changer for creating a significant fanbase. Listen to my interview with top branding specialist Megan Gersch (Netflix, Live Nation, etc) and gain some current strategies to help you and your music stand out from the crowd and draw the supporters that can help you succeed.
LINKS:
megangersch.com
hello@megangersch.com
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In this interview with my co-creator Darren J. Butler, we talk about how our musical Runaway Home has metamorphosized from a couple of monologues to a staged reading by headliners for heads of the entertainment industry in the middle of New York. We're hoping it's the room where 'it' happens - so full productions in major venues is next.
Find creative team and actors bios and more at the musical's website: https://www.runawayhomethemusical.com/
Darren's website: https://www.darrenjbutler.com/
My website: https://judyrodman.com/
In this episode, we sit down with renowned physical therapist Walt Fritz. As the author of 'Manual Therapy for Voices... a Person-Centered Approach,' Walt shares his expertise in empowering patients to actively participate in their healing journey. He discusses how this patient-involved approach can lead to more effective and lasting results. Furthermore, Walt extends his expertise to train other healing arts professionals - vocal coaches included - enabling them to integrate this patient(student)- empowered approach into their own protocols. Join us as we explore the transformative power of this approach and discover how people can heal better through active involvement in the therapeutic process.
LINKS:
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Walt Fritz website https://waltfritzseminars.com/about/ *
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"Manual Therapy for Voice and Swallowing" book: (Please note this is my affiliate link) https://amzn.to/47ffWFy #ad
*Judy Rodman website: https://judyrodman.com/
Vocal strain, also known as vocal fatigue, is the leading cause of vocal problems, limitations and vocal damage for both singers and speakers. In this episode, I'm going to give you the top 18 causes of vocal strain that I see, and tell you how to fix what's making your voice so tired. I'm also going to share the audio of a short vocal lesson I did where my student's vocal fatigue was eliminated immediately after I put her at the wall.
Links mentioned:
- The full video of Silvana's vocal lesson
- My ebook on Vocal Health
- Food enzymes I use https://amzn.to/3r0jE5c (Amazon pd link)
- The Easy Way To Stop Smoking book https://amzn.to/3PA5Jgm (Amazon pd link)
- Speaking Voice Technique online course
- Interview with Gina Thurston
- Interview with Angela McCuiston
- My story of vocal recovery after endotracheal tube
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Getting physically injured can temporarily stop or permanently end a music career. My guest Angela McCuiston, founder of 'Music Strong', has developed a specialty career in fitness training and rehabilitation exercises for music makers of all kinds. Listen to this interview to hear Angela and I discuss some vital fitness strategies that can improve muscle balance, endurance and strength. A musician herself, Angela understands the stresses of our vocations and the stakes involved!
Singing on the road can be a dream come true or a vocal nightmare. Here are 12 tips to help your voice end up stronger and freer of vocal fatigue after your gig or tour than before! Whether you're just doing one gig out of town, or a whole season of concerts, this advice plus using great vocal technique can make a huge difference to your voice.
Links mentioned include:
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The Hall Sisters: https://thehallsisters.com/
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What To Eat Before You Sing (blogpost/podcast) https://blog.judyrodman.com/2011/01/what-to-eat-before-you-sing.html
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Tabata exercise (do an internet search to find several Tabata timer apps for phone or computer) https://health.clevelandclinic.org/tabata-vs-hiit-whats-the-difference/ * Information about my vocal lessons: https://judyrodman.com/vocal-training.htm
*Sign up for my 9 page e-book on vocal health plus newsletter here: https://judyrodman.com/newsletter-signup.htm
In this episode, I interview Vinnie Potestivo, a renowned music and brand consultant who advises artists, major media, and corporations on the latest trends and strategies for success.
Over the years, the music industry has undergone significant changes, and Vinnie Potestivo has witnessed many of them first hand. In our chat, he generously shares some successful music career secrets that are working now. Vinnie also tells some behind-the-scenes stories of people he's worked with that illustrate the advice he gives, and some will have you laughing.
Vinnie has his finger on the pulse of the music industry, and his advice is invaluable to anyone who wants to make it in this dynamic industry.
LINKS:
- Vinnie Potestivo Entertainment: https://vpetalent.com/
- His podcast 'I Have A Podcast' : https://vpetalent.com/i-have-a-podcast/
- Find me and my services and sign up for my free 9-page report "Vocal Health Tips" at https://judyrodman.com/
Listen & subscribe to All Things Vocal Podcast on iTunes ... on Spotify ... or anywhere else.
Have you ever wondered if the style you're singing is truly best for you? In this episode I give you some practical factors to help you choose your vocal genre strategically, which will help you be creatively fulfilled AND more successful in your vocal career. And yes, it may be that for YOUR vocal goals, you need to choose more than one style to master. Listen to the end for some case studies of singers whose vocal genre outlier choices resulted in success!
Find me at www.JudyRodman.com
While you're there, be sure and download my 9 page report on vocal health!
Gina Thurston, PT/DPT/CIDN has worked with all kinds of voices, including the cast of Hamilton. She has a unique, hands-on, highly effective approach to vocal issues that she shares with me on this episode. I trust her enough to be the only one I've ever let manipulate my own larynx!
- Find Gina in Nashville as part of the team at Steve Kravitz Physical Therapy
- Check out the exercises she demonstrates on Instagram at TheVocalPT
Find me and my services for your voice at www.JudyRodman.com
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Listen as I demonstrate a weird but highly effective vocal exercise that helped me get my voice back, and that I use with my students to smooth out glitchy areas in their vocal range. My thanks to vocal coach Mark Thress for sharing the scale with me, which I find best to do in this slow-motion way, morphing the syllables into each other to create flexibility and stability in the vocal apparatus.
Find out more about my services for your voice at JudyRodman.com
Barbara Kite is a speaking and acting coach. In this episode, she generously shares some secrets from the acting world that can help speakers, singers and even songwriters deliver messages that hit the mark.
Links:
- Barbara's website, her coaching and her book https://barbarakite.com/
- Her son Noah Kite and his 'chamber folk' music https://www.noahkite.com/
- Find me and my services for your voice at my website https://www.judyrodman.com/
Learn in 30 seconds what this podcast is about, who it's for and why you should listen. All Things Vocal is available on Spotify, Apple and most other podcast apps. Listen and subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Bonus: Here's where you can join the discussions in the Facebook Group: All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast
Mat Kearney went from skater kid/soccer playing/free-style rapper to multi-platinum selling pop artist with over 2.5 billion streams. One of my earliest vocal students, Mat took his voice and his messages seriously, and has become one of the best live performers out there. Listen in and be inspired to dig in deep to your own creative expression.
Find Mat at https://matkearney.com/
Find out how I can help you with YOUR voice at https://judyrodman.com/. While you're there, download my free 9-page report on vocal health!
I also invite you to join me for discussions about all things vocal at the Facebook page for this podcast.
How high or low should your larynx be when you sing? Get my nuanced answer to this controversial topic that can help you sound great without straining your voice.
Links mentioned:
- Lisa Popiel
- Molly Webb article
- AnatomyZone video of larynx
- Power Path & Performance vocal training courses
- Judy Rodman vocal lessons
Find me at www.JudyRodman.com. Join us for deeper discussions in the All Things Vocal Facebook Group.
In my interview with Doug Smith you'll learn how this gifted music maker working with R&B icons including Millie Jackson, Nikka Costa and Prince quit it all one night. Called to the ministry, he traded the limelight to be a flashlight working with the homeless, planting gardens in 'food deserts', and working 'the night shift' to help rescue and change lives. And he's back with music, too! Now Doug (aka 'Truth') and fellow former Voltage Brother Paul Scott (aka 'Pjaye') write, produce and perform as 'Mercy Club'. They let me include a little snippet for you!
Doug's Links:
- Grace Community Mission Ministries: https://www.gcmmispeople.com/
- Youtube ‘MercyClubVevo' - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX55Jtl5fx4d5HBvxQlkYlw
- Mercy Club website - https://mercyclub.org/home (Purchase a song and as you are led, please include your donation to support the incredible good work they're doing!)
Find me at www.JudyRodman.com.
Join us for deeper discussions in the All Things Vocal Facebook Group.
Salem Jones suggests a fresh, radical look at the job of an artist on the deepest and most valuable levels. Salem is one of the best female rock vocalists on the planet, and graciously allows me to share her thoughts on this podcast. Short, sweet, and utterly profound.
- Find Salem and her band https://www.patreon.com/onesoulthrust
- Salem & One Soul Thrust's new video 'The Fight For Love' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tq7S-sbooLc
- Find our previous full interview episode here https://blog.judyrodman.com/2022/01/interview-with-salem-jones-empress-of.html?m=0
- Join us on the All Things Vocal Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/721787782354743
Want to hear stories of a Nashville-based producer from Trinidad who has worked with the likes of Take 6, Whitney Houston, and CeCe Winans just to name a few? Listen in to my chat with 8 time Dove, Grammy-nominated and Juno award-winning producer Roger Ryan.
Find Roger...
- at his website https://www.rogerryan.net/
- and Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-ryan-6603233/
Want to chat with me? Connect at...
- https://judyrodman.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/721787782354743
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Does your speaking voice ever get tired? Is the sound of your voice weak, harsh, thin, muddy, monotone or otherwise difficult to listen to? Does your mind focus like a flashlight beam (aka NOT focused!) when you talk? You may be making some of the mistakes this episode covers. Listen as I give you the audio of lesson #2 in my new course 'Speaking Voice Technique'. If you're interested, you can find all 13 lessons at www.SpeakingVoiceTechnique.com.
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Wonder what your voice is worth? To help you find out, I take you through a small study of Van Goph's shoes, and other worthless pieces of art. Join me!
After listening, I'd love to hear your thoughts and stories. Join us for some wonderful discussions in the Facebook page for this group - 'All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast'.
As always, you can find me and my products and services at www.judyrodman.com.
One very effective type of vocal exercise is imitating character voices. In this episode, I demonstrate some of these crazy exercises and explain the why and how behind the training so you can try them, too!
Links mentioned:
- The article 'Are you a good mimic?'
- Victoria DeAnda article on mimicing vs imitating
- The video on 'Voice Breakdown'
- All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast Group
For more or to contact me, go to www.JudyRodman.com
What do Gladys Knight, Dolly Parton, the Oak Ridge Boys and Big Bird have in common? They've benefited from the musical genius of Ron Oates, my interview guest on this episode! Listen to some stories from a veteran pianist/arranger/producer/composer/hitmaker who understands voices and how to get absolute magic in the recording studio. Find Ron at his website (at the moment being re-done) www.RonOates.com . Find a partial list of his credits at his All Music page.
Join us and discuss this and other episodes at the podcast's Facebook page: All Things Vocal Blog and Podcast.
Losing your voice from vocal performance is NOT necessary IF you prepare yourself and your voice for the performance you need to do. Here's the cautionary tale about how I DIDN'T prepare for a vocal marathon, trashed my voice and what I did to get it back in time to finish the marathon strong! Listen for tips to avoid losing your own voice from overuse.
BONUS: I mention a new vocal recovery exercise that I will be teaching in a free workshop to be held Tuesday, June 14th, 2022. Contact me and I'll send you the link! (Yes, there will be a replay if you can't attend.)
Have you ever felt like there was something about you that would keep your voice from certain opportunities, careers or stages? Maybe you're the wrong race, wrong gender, wrong size, too old, too young, too dark, too light, too weird, too loud, too shy. How about being... too blind? Today I talk with Lachi - a highly successful force of nature who fully embraces and USES her blindness to make the entertainment industry a place where the disabled are successful and where universal access is the norm. Wait til you hear where HER voice is successfully performing! After listening, don't be surprised if you feel a fire in your own gut to think outside the box of your perceived limitations, and go after some dream you may have tucked away. If you enjoy this, please support it with your rating or review!
Lachi's Links:
http://www.lachimusic.com/
http://www.rampd.org/index.html
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Listen to this episode to learn about several vocal factors, or vocal attributes, that can help you communicate better. It was written by Lawrence Blackwell of the Matinee Multiligual voiceover and subtitling agency. I hardly ever allow guest posts on All Things Vocal, but this one is really good and important information for voices that I agree with, so my thanks to him for sharing it exclusively with me for you!
HINT: Listen to the end for a very special sneak preview of something I have coming for you.
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Making it in music depends... on what you define as making it. Yes, there are many ways to fail, but there are many ways to succeed. This episode has real-world advice geared to help creatives put legs under dreams.
If you'd like a lesson with me, just hit me up at https://www.judyrodman.com/contact.htm. I'd be more than happy to help you!
Listen to this interview with Salem Jones to hear stories of a life-long rocker who is also a warrior who lives a life of excellence. Founder, lead singer and songwriter for the Canadian rock band 'One Soul Thrust', Salem has one of the best female rock voices ever. So good in fact, Glen Hughes of 'Deep Purple' did a rare duet with her on her own album. A deeply soulful thinker, performer, writer and empathetic spirit, Salem is a life-long creator and has some great advice for those on the creator path, no matter what your genre of choice.
Find Salem:
- Website (Patreon Page): http://www.onesoulthrust.com
- Spotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1E4sMbC8Qcd6Lm
- Reverb Nation https://www.reverbnation.com/onesoulthrust
- Twitter https://twitter.com/onesoulthrust
- Secret Rock Society (SRS) https://www.facebook.com/groups/OneSoulThrust
Find Judy:
- at my website... https://judyrodman.com/
Do you wonder what goes into the development of a successful artist who actually loves the life they live? Wendy Parr has created an artist development program that does just that. Artists with whom she's worked include Sara Bareilles, Regina Spektor, Melanie Martinez, Lynn Gunn of PVRIS, Marc E. Bassy, and many more. Come join us for a deeper than usual chat about becoming the creative you can be. Want to learn more or contact either of us?
- Find Wendy's website: WendyParr.com
- Find me and my services at: JudyRodman.com
In this rare interview, hear the stories of the journey and the creative process of Dave Loggins, one of the most gifted singers and songwriters that’s ever put pen to paper or mic to mouth. Besides putting a ton of music into the world that people remember their lives by, he has been my friend, collaborator and mentor for decades. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did having the conversation.
Find Dave Loggins music wherever you listen to songs.
Find me at JudyRodman.com.
In this episode, I chat with my old friend Radney Foster about his multi-decade career of successes, brick walls, pivot points, new creative endeavors and more success. He gained back a lost voice, wrote a book of short stories and songs, became an actor, and mentors other new artists. He's still doing all these things... including his music. Join me for a very sweet conversation, and if you enjoy please leave a review!
- Radney's Website: www.RadneyFoster.com
- Be sure to check out his book and CD 'For You To See The Stars'
Want to work with me? Get a lesson, take a course, book me for your studio project.
- Contact me at www.JudyRodman.com.
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Does your voice feel WORSE instead of BETTER after doing vocal exercises? Here are 4 reasons that can happen, and what you can do to get your vocal warm-up working for you instead of turning into a vocal tighten-up!
For more help, contact me at https://JudyRodman.com.
Listen in to hear the story of Jenny Tolman - a singer/songwriter whose star is rising so fast that the country music industry is calling her 'The Next Big Thing'. You'll laugh with us, and you'll be amazed at what can happen even without a major label when you 1. are extremely good at your craft and 2. extremely good at being valuable to your fanbase and 3. have a great village of support around you! Jenny even shares a live acoustic snippet of one of my fav Jenny songs.
Find Jenny and all her socials through her website https://www.jennytolman.com/ Find me at https://judyrodman.com
Did you know that to communicate to an audience intuitively, you could think of them as a big dog? Find out how Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte uses insights of his journey from sickness to cutting-edge holistic veterinarian in ways that benefit his singing and songwriting. Learn a few things about your pet, too!
Find Bassingthwaighte and his services and courses at:: https://www.wholeenergybodybalance.com/
Have you ever been totally exhausted and need to sing? Do you know when you need to cancel a performance? This episode will give you tips for singing tired, and help you determine when you should cancel your performance.
Need good vocal exercises to warmup and cool down? Contact me to book a lesson ; I'd love to help!
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Would you like to conquer jitters or get into a more focused flow state when you perform? Join me for my interview with classical artist/certified therapist/coach Ingela Onstad as we take a deep dive into the connection between the brain and the voice. Find and connect with Ingela and her services at www.courageousartistry.com.
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Find me and my training for you at https://judyrodman.com/
Are you an entertainer or an artist when you perform onstage? Did you know it's best to be both? This episode will explain why you want to strengthen your weaker mode if you want to raise your impact and value as a performer.
Here's the link to the Bono/U2 performance I mention in the episode.
And here's a link to contact me for online lessons... $125 hr or $65 for 1/2 hr.
Do you know how to safely use In-Ear monitors on stage? This episode will give you tips on using them to make your vocal performance magic, but not harm your hearing in the process!
Youtube links I mention with more information on choosing and using In-Ear monitors:
- from the Shure company... https://youtu.be/Q_cQx6qd4VQ
- from audio professional at Kettner Creative... https://youtu.be/bfWeA0FP62A
Are you feeling limited; need some inspiration? Listen to this chat, where Pop/R&B artist Sofia Evangelina shares her journey of award-winning excellence in several diverse fields of the arts and athletics. With a phenomenal voice, brilliant songwriting and dynamic performance ability, she is now laser-focused on her music career, to be a world-changer and influencer who encourages and uplifts others. Listen and be moved to follow, or re-ignite, your own dreams.
Got neighbors? Need to practice? Need to do a vocal warmup at the venue? This episode will give you some practical solutions to decrease the noise level for others, and the ability to have significant practice time for you!
Links mentioned include:
- ATV blogpost with the free silent vocal exercise download.
- Power Path & Performance 6-disc vocal training course
- HearFones practice headset
- Gear for quiet practice from Sweetwater
- Soundproofing a room
- DIY constructing a vocal booth
- Buying a vocal booth
- Online lesson pros and cons
Fans, media and industry are what you have to attract to make money with your talent. You have to begin by knowing who you are and developing your story and personal branding, before you go on to social media and the rest. So says Diane Foy, my interview guest today, who is a certified PR & Marketing Coach for artists and performers. To use her by-line, if you have an unstoppable drive but lack a strategic plan, you'll want to hear this chat! Diane's Links
- Get her freebie Fans, Media & Industry Attraction Roadmap
- Podcast: SingDanceActThrive.com
- On all social networks her identifier name is DianeFoyPR
- FB Group: Unstoppable Musicians and Actors
- Website: DianeFoy.com
A raspy voice can be a cool signature of artistic style, or a telltale sign of vocal damage. In this episode, you'll get three factors to check to help you know if you can safely apply the fry. Links mentioned include:
- vocal surgery videos
- vocal fry
- Extreme Scream
Do you speak in public? I bet you do. Whether on a stage between songs, on TV or radio, on webcam on the phone or in front of a boardroom or classroom, you talk. My interview guest Dave Bricker is a veteran public speaker and trainer with a focus on remarkable storytelling that delivers messages that powerfully engage the audience. He shares some invaluable advice for anyone who speaks publically, which includes most of us. Join us!
Find Dave and his public speaker coaching services:
- Website: StorySailing.com
- Course: 52 Speaking Blunders
- Blog: https://storysailing.com/storysailing-blog
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/davebricker
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daveBricker
Find me to help you with the sound and health of your speaking voice:
- judyrodman.com
Have you ever thought about teaching what you know? If you make a living singing, creating music or speaking, your financial situation is on roller skates. It's wise to develop alternative streams of income, and teaching your skills to others could be a win-win stream of good. For this episode, I interviewed artist mentors Bree Noble and Katie Zaccardi about their upcoming event to help artists do just that. First, they offer a quiz to help you narrow down what kind of skills you could best teach. Then they will hold a free workshop/challenge for launching your new income stream. Here are the links:
- The Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6086dfcfa3a6db0017985a49
- The Challenge: https://mailchi.mp/b59b01c12e91/freechallenge
Want more vocal control? There are 4 critical factors you need to improve... your inhale, breath support, breath control and mental focus. I go into each one and explain the effects on the singing and speaking voice.
For more help with this, check out my courses and lessons on my website. https://judyrodman.com Even one lesson should make a difference in your vocal control.
Could your voice be suffering from wrong beliefs about singing? Check out this list of 7 mistaken ideas that can be limiting, straining and damaging to your voice. Hear how you can change your thinking to enable more vocal health and ability. Contact and learn more about me and how I can help you at www.JudyRodman.com
Do you want a successful vocal career? Then you need to take care of business. Today I interview Sue Painter who with her extensive successful business and coaching experience teaches us to do just that.
- Find Sue Painter at https://confidentmarketer.com
- Find me at https://judyrodman.com
Briana Domenica came from a family trauma of triple suicide, moved into her own serious depression and self-sabotaging actions, and finally had a paradigm shift of faith and music that led her not only to her own joy and healing, but also to a music and speaking career that may literally save some of the lives in her audience. In this interview, she talks about her creative journey and her 'why'.
Website... https://www.brianadomenica.com Book her... info@brianadomenica.com Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/BrianaDomenicaMusic Instagram... brianadomenicamusic
Fame is dangerous, especially when it's received early in life. Here is a list of issues and ways a wise mentoring 'village' can help the creative child grow into a hero instead of a narcissist. A necessary conversation in a world that lifts young talent to the stars and then dashes them onto the rocks.
Listen in as I give you three ways to assess your vocal technique. All three signs are vital to address for your best speaking and singing voice. If any of the signs are worrisome, I give you some tips to help get them pointing in the right direction. Find me and my training at judyrodman.com.
NYC-based music entrepreneur Laura Monaco-Martino has a multi-faceted career making music and mentoring artists. She speaks from a track record of music career success and we had a great chat sharing stories and advice for rising artists. Laura's links:
- ET Studio Productions,
- TE Music Group
- ET Labz.
For my vocal training products and services, go to JudyRodman.com.
Want to know how do you improve bad vocal tone? Listen to this episode for tips to expand your speaking and singing resonance. Want a lesson? Contact me at JudyRodman.com
There are BILLIONS of dollars now being made in the multi-niche field of voiceover. This interview I did with veteran voiceover talent and coach Susan Berkley offers you a glimpse into the real possibilities of a successful vocal career where it doesn't matter what you look like, what you're wearing, how old you are or where you live.
Find Susan, her services and training at GreatVoice.com. Find me at JudyRodman.com.
No matter what your age, toys can be extremely useful in vocal lessons to get past the conscious mind into the instinctive 'lizard brain' that runs the voice on instinct. Links:
- If you'd like to watch the video demonstration of the material in this episode, go to https://youtu.be/c_2kKvJJtcA
- For a personal lesson with me, contact me at https://www.judyrodman.com/contact.htm.
- For the balloon phonation video I did with fellow coach Mark Thress, go here https://youtu.be/mqc7EC1gBAg
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If we have listeners, we bear responsibility for reactions to our messages. This is a critical time in our world, that needs every voice to be informed, driven by the right heart, and courageous. In this episode, I dig deep into voices that drive the conversation, so we can use any influence we have to connect and make the world a better place. Links mentioned in the episode include my article on Dissonance, an article by Loretta J Ross , Billboard article on Dolly's Good Deeds, and Mark Elliott's song "We Need To Have A Long Talk".
Contact me about my services and lessons at my website https://judyrodman.com.
The tongue can get a voice in trouble! Here are some tips to help tame tension and get the tongue and jaw cooperating to free the throat and articulation.
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In this episode I interview the multi-dimensional Katie Zaccardi, whose successful journey in making music and dealing with an anxiety disorder has led her into coaching other creatives into wellness.
Find Katie:
instagram.com/katiezaccardi www.katiezaccardi.com https://pod.link/1456146541 (The 'Out to Be' Podcast)
Contact me at www.JudyRodman.com, check out my training in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
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Today's topic is how 'acting as it' can affect your voice. Listen to this episode to learn how 'fake it til you make it' can actually create vocal ability, and how acting on negative mindsets will sabotage your voice.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Vanderbilt Voice Center
- The Voice Keeps The Score
- How To Beat Your Lizard Brain
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Today I interview Kevin McCarty… co-founder of 'We Should Write Sometime' app for songwriters. Listen in to see how you can, in a virtual setting, safely and securely investigate and connect with cowriters from across the US, Canada and Australia... with more locations to come!
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Singing better helps you write better songs! If you want the best vocal training proven to maximize vocal ability and conquer strain, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Kevin explains what this app does.
- How using this app for meeting new songwriters saves time and energy (you can cut way down on the bar and club hopping!)
- How the app helps you investigate potential collaborators before reaching out to connect.
- The development of the app (they developed it before Covid!) and how timely it is now.
- How virtual co-writing can actually be better, safer, and freer for creating songs.
- Ways this app can benefit not only new songwriters but also veteran pro writers who want to reach the new wave of artists as well as different collaborators for fresh fire.
- The incognito aspect of using the app.
- Where the app is live now (US, Canada, Australia and more to come).
- Some of the added benefits of co-writing (instead of writing solo).
- Things songwriters don't know about the business (PROs, licensing, publishing, etc) and how that information could be a future feature in the app.
- Ways the app can be used safely and securely.
- How to get on this app. By the way, it's free! Future premium tiers will be eventually be developed, but Kevin says they want to keep the highly functional basic version free.
Links mentioned in this episode include:
- We Should Write Sometime
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Today's topic is Crying. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how crying tears affects the voice, and how you can manage better when tears come. My special thanks to international theater star Sidonie Smith for her quote on this subject. Look for our full interview on an upcoming episode!
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Categories of tears
- How crying creates vocal problems
- Ways to control crying
- The wisdom of protecting your voice
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Sidonie Smith
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Today I interview Michael Arterberry - motivational speaker, author and youth mentor.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Michael’s backstory.
- Michael’s powerful parable of the Donkey in the Hole.
- We get the why behind Michael’s tagline ‘be encouraged’ and his challenge to ‘shake the dirt’.
- Michael’s understanding of faith and how it affects his life and work.
- How Michael works to encourage and empower kids.
- The importance of changing the systems around dysfunction.
- The power of reflection to go forward in times of frightening change (like this Covid era).
- Mentors & teachers that helped Michael; the importance of being one.
- How side interests & diversity create the well-rounded life.
- Funny stories, serious success stories
- The mind/body/voice connection.
About Michael:
Michael is a public speaker, author and mentor with a non-profit devoted to working with youth. Childhood dysfuntion and spinal surgery have only served to inform and shape his life's work... successfully and deeply motivating and encouraging others. As he states in his website,
As a Motivational Speaker, my life is dedicated to moving people from an uneasy time in their lives to a place of peace. I don’t change their circumstances, but I help change their perspective. - Michael Arterberry
His many career achievements include:
- 2010 USA Network’s Characters Unite Award for exceptional commitment to combating prejudice and discrimination while increasing tolerance and acceptance within the community,
- 2014 100 Men of Color Award for leadership in education, government, mentorship, entrepreneurial success and community service,
- 2016 Educator of the year award from Y-Cop in Mount Vernon, NY. as well as a proclamation from the Mayor, Certificate of Merit from the Board of Legislators, and a Citation from the Mount Vernon City Council.
Find him on the web:
- Shakethedirtexperience.com
- MichaelArterberry.com
- YouthVoicesCenter.org
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelarterberry
- https://www.facebook.com/michael.arterberry
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Today's topic is Songwriter Rounds. Listen to this podcast episode for ways to put magic in these special Nashville-origin unplugged shows where songwriters perform their own material 'in the round'.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- The definition of a songwriter round
- Goals for this kind of show
- Hosting tips
- Performer tips
- 3 songwriter fails
- Creating special virtual songwriter rounds
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Canva
- Square
- Paypal Here
- Buy Me A Coffee
- Be.Live
- Cyberlink Director video editor
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Today I interview Mark Elliott… singer, songwriter, performer, musician, audio engineer, studio producer, novelist, poet, outdoorsman, and airplane pilot. I'm sure there's more:) Listen for inspiration to go forward, from someone who has a big to-do list and knows how to use it!
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Some quotes from the interview:
Discipline is connected to inspiration Protecting forward momentum energizes the next thing The legs of your forward momentum are upon content
Some of our discussion trails:
- Integrating multiple creative and technical sides of oneself.
- How you can start out in classical voice and end up in bluegrass - loving them both!
- The value of both nature and nurture, parents and environment, to Mark's journey.
- Brick walls and turning points
- The difference between writing songs and writing novels.
- Mark recites his latest poem ‘Where Did You Go’
- Thinking outside the box for the promotional video series to launch his single 'Craziest Thing'. We play a snippet!
- Mark's experience with a vocal polyp.
- Guitar strings and microphones... including how he cleans his mics.
- Mark's future gazing; encouragement for others to move forward, too.
About Mark Elliot:
To quote Devon O'Day;
As a singer-songwriter, Mark Elliott is a ‘lifer.’ He lives and breathes the poetry of existence.
Mark started his singer-songwriter career in Washington, DC. Tom Paxton discovered him and led him to Nashville. He has won songwriting awards including the Kerrville New Folk Award, has written for publishing houses including Bluewater Music, Maypop Music group, and Sony Music/ATV, and has had his songs cut by indie and major-label artists. Billboard Magazine called Mark’s Neal McCoy hit, Every Man for Himself, “a song with rare lyrical and musical edge and the best cut on the album.” Other publications have praised his work including Martin Guitar Company’s Sounding Board Magazine, UK’s Maverick Magazine and Music Row Magazine which said Mark was "Almost too good”.
He tours live with his band, Runaway Home, and has a new solo EP due out summer 2020, with the first single called "Craziest Thing". Mark writes books, blogs, and essays. Kirkus Reviews said of Mark’s first full-length book, The Sons of Starmount: Memoir of a Ten-Year-Old Boy, “Cheerful, more thoughtful than most reminiscences, and quite enjoyable.” Mark is a regular contributor to Songbones Magazine.
- Find Mark's blog at www.imacre8tivesoul.com.
- Find Mark’s music and books at www.markelliottcreative.com
- Find him on Instagram: @imacre8tivesoul
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Today's topic is causes of vocal problems. Listen to this podcast episode to discover surprising things that affect your voice, and some workarounds for each of them.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Clothes
- Shoes
- Exercise
- Pain
- Emotions
- Hormones
- Negative Feedback
- Humidity
- Congested lymph nodes
- Spinal condition
- Missing face & heart
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- How you lift free weights
- Anxiety & the vagal-vocal connection
- The effect of hormones on the voice
- Singing in the Studio book
- How to get mucus off vocal cords
- Focusing communication to one heart
- Ryan Stewart aka RyRobio
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Today's topic is Rehearsal and Performance vocal modes. Listen to this podcast episode to learn the differences between these two modes, why you need both, and how to make sure you're in the right voice for what you're doing.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Definitions of rehearsal and performance voice
- Getting them counter-productive mixed up
- How and when to rehearse your performance mode
- Demonstrations of the differences for singing voice
- Demonstrations of the differences for speaking voice
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Today I interview Jodi Krangle… professional voice actor, podcaster, singer
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Jodi Krangle's story: She has been a voice actor since 2007 with clients from major global brands in a multitude of industries. But on her road uniquely traveled she has done everything from selling computers before computers were cool, diving into the internet and internet marketing very early on, becoming a singer/songwriter/performing/recording artist, developing an award-winning songwriter resource website called 'The Muse's Muse', and now has her own fascinating podcast called 'Audio Branding'.
QUESTIONS I ASKED HER:
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Did you set out to become a renaissance woman?
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Let's get right into the power of sound. You've really been researching and talking to thought leaders about this on your podcast. Take us into some of the ways sound vibrations work.
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Some of our listeners may be interested in music therapy occupations. What have you learned about the power of sound for health, pain relief and healing?
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Give us some examples of the power of sound to influence behavior, Why do you say it's the 'hidden gem of marketing'?
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Take us into the world of voiceover. What do you like about it? What have been some challenges? What would you say to someone wanting to look into that career?
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As we speak, the world has changed. Are you seeing vocal career opportunities change in the age of COVID-19?
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Besides a voice actor, you are also an accomplished singer and it looks like you've been working on your artistic definition! OK what is the Filk scene?
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What do you do when your internet is down?
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How important do you feel it is for career vocalists to have a community around them?
JODI'S LINKS:
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Check out her Voice Over website at www.voiceoversandvocals.com
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BONUS: Get this for yourself: The Audio Branding Worksheet (and sign-up for Jodi's newsletter) is at www.voiceoversandvocals.com/resources/
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Listen to Jodi's Audio Branding Podcast website at www.audiobrandingpodcast.com.
JUDY'S LINKS: If you want the best vocal training for stage and studio, schedule a lesson. Whether you're a singer or speaker, I can help you towards your goals of sound quality, performance impact and vocal health.
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Today's topic is about the global pandemic of COVID-19. Listen to this podcast episode for strategies to successfully live through this crisis, and actually use it to be better in all ways when it ends.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- COVID-19 facts... Why this is such a serious global crisis
- Stay Alive
- Create & Train
- Be Useful
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Poem by Laura Jenkins
- How the Novel Coronavirus and the Flu are alike and different
- The lack of enough protective equipment for health care workers
- How to get your voice back from illness
- Patreon
- BuyMeACoffee
- Mortgage lenders pausing payments for 12 months
- Things we can do for our communities
- Some good places to donate to
- Online Vocal Lesson pros and cons
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Today's topic covers different aspects important to singing a lyric-intensive song well. Listen to this podcast episode for tips about choosing tempos, keys and articulation for best singing and songwriting, especially when it comes to songs with lots of lyrics.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Choosing Tempo
- Choosing Keys
- Singing and Songwriting Choices for Articulation Factors
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- beats per minute (definition of bpm in music)
- 'Another Hundred People' video with Liz Callaway
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Today I interview Denise Wakeman… internet marketing strategist, blogging expert and globe traveler. Listen to this episode to hear tips on how to increase your music's fanbase by becoming more visible!
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About Denise:
Denise Wakeman has been working online since 1996. She has become a highly respected expert on blogging, social networking, email and online marketing. She teaches, trains and consults with a holistic approach to building businesses with targeted audiences on the web. Denise doesn’t just teach… she’s done it. She has created a powerful, visible presence by using the tools and teaching others to do the same. In the music business, becoming visible means being FINDABLE by those who would love our music. I created the All Things Vocal blog in 2006 with Denise’s training.
For more help with increasing your internet visibility, find Denise at www.DeniseWakeman.com
Check out her special post on building your internet platform:
www.DeniseWakeman.com/platform
Topics we discussed include:
- Introduction to Denise
- Understanding fans as customers
- The importance of getting found by your audience
- Taking action to reboot unsuccessful online efforts.
- The importance of publishing consistent content
- Creating the know, like & trust factor as music makers
- Types of content you can create and share on social media
- Visibility strategy for artists on media shows and large events
- How to create online relationships with fans
- Why an artist should create a blog
- Blogging with multimedia content
- The importance of creating your own online real estate, capturing emails
- Traveling tips – the importance of being kind
- Music experience Denise had in her global travels
- What is changing for internet marketing
- The importance of experimenting with online apps
- Identifying your ideal fans
- Tips for discerning your music career path
- Deeply connecting by sharing your story
- What Denise saw Elton John and Bernie Taupin do
If you want the best vocal training so you have the best performances to take to market, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
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Today's topic is your imagination and your voice. Listen to this podcast episode to understand how you need to enlist your creative imagination to sing and speak with impactful magic.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Premeditating a conversation
- Choosing your sound
- Imagining you're someone else
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Vocal tone
- Harmony
- To whom are you talking
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Today's topic is singing and speaking vocal power. Listen to this podcast episode for three core keys that unlock your most powerful voice.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Breath compression
- Open throat
- Laser-focused intentionality
- Putting it all together
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Slurred articulation (video)
- Vocal fry
- Open throat
- Delivering messages
- Power, Path & Performance vocal training
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Today's topic is Vocal Gratitude. Listen to this podcast episode to learn some things my voice is thankful for. These things have affected my ability to teach effectively, so they might end up on your list, too!
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- My vocal damage experience
- Trading contemporary and classical vocal lessons with Mark Thress
- John and Judy Rodman's album 'Here We Are'
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Today's topic is Music Streaming Services. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to choose the best places to stream your music to get it heard and get paid.
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Links mentioned in this podcast contain in-depth reviews and infographics on streaming services:
- US Streaming Royalties Explained
- Best Music Streaming Services Based On In-Depth Reviews
This podcast episode was written by Carlos Silva. Many thanks!
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Today's topic is how great voices use space. Listen to this podcast episode to learn the different ways singers and speakers can benefit from various uses of spaces, commas, breaths and silence.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Separating run on sentences
- Separating vocal and instrumental practice
- Allowing space without filling
- Embracing periodic silence
- Disconnecting Completely
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran
- I'm Not Getting Married Today
- Kristen Chenoweth: Breathe From Your Hoo Hoo
- Beyonce': Halo
- Lady Gaga: Star Spangled Banner
- Getting Your Voice Back Exercises
- Power, Path & Performance vocal training on disc
- Penatonix: Sound of Silence
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Today I interview Alexander Technique Practitioner Peter Jacobson. Listen to this episode to learn about this healing work created originally by Australian Frederick Mattias Alexander, and learn some fascinating things about how you can cooperate with your design to do all kinds of things better... including singing!
Peter is the Founder and Executive Director of Total Vocal Freedom, the world’s largest online Alexander Technique learning community. He is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, conductor, music educator and an AmSAT-certified (American Society of the Alexander Technique) teacher of the Alexander Technique. He discovered the Alexander Technique over 13 years ago after suffering from back pain and tendinitis while pursuing his music studies. Jacobson has earned advanced degrees in Conducting from the University of Illinois, the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University and is a Certified Transformative Coach (Michael’s Neill Supercoach Academy Europe – Class of 2019).
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- What Alexander Technique is.
- Peter's three-part formula for artistry... desire + coordination + technique.
- How desire and intention change outcome in both Peter's and my work with students.
- The elusive 'quick fix' for laryngitis or other vocal issues; instant help and life-long improvement with experimentation, curiosity and deeper learning.
- How Alexander fixed his voice.
- Judy's story of vocal recovery.
- Conquering guarding stance and fear with freedom of choice.
- Coordination = cooperating with our design.
- Curiosity: Getting slow and being observant.
- Using tools of anatomy (the truth about the design) and imagery (mind pictures to direct anatomy) for vocal training.
- Why Alexander Technique prefers to use thinking vs feeling.
- The importance of freely moving joints for the voice.
- Changing conception by changing perception, such as using the balance pad, Bosu ball or trampoline.
- Hands: touch communication. How teachers can use hands to help the student hold on to a new idea a little longer.
- Why the happy voice needs happy feet! (Who knew?)
- How we can help the voice heal itself by harnassing our innate intelligence
- The kindness in our design, the kindness we need to show ourselves.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- If you'd like to do some training in Alexander Technique, Peter is offering my listeners a special deal, available at this link: https://www.totalvocalfreedom.com/atv
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Today's topic is Why Change Is Difficult. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to change longstanding bad habits that you think you can't unlearn into good habits that become your voice-freeing new normal.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Physical myelin sheath highways (neural pathways) that you must (and CAN) repave to change habits
- Psychological blocks to learning and how you can overcome them
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Article on Myelin by Courtney Sperlazza, MPH
- Article by Jason Shen on how to rewire your brain with practice
- Article on Febfast on breaking bad habits
- TED ED video on practicing effectively
- Legendary drummer Larrie Londin
- How my damaged voice came back
- Your 'One Thing' for better voice
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Part 2 of my interview with veteran live performance coach Diane Kimbrough. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to raise the level of your live performance staging.
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Subjects covered in part 2 include:
- Why Diane's approach is to practice the arena level show instead of the coffee-house show, and how that can benefit the smaller venue performance, too.
- Training artists to work with a camera.
- How being present with venue size changes how you perform live.
- The circumstances for which a veteran stage performer needs to come back in for some live performance coaching.
- Some of the worst things you can do on stage.
- Mapping out talking points on stage.
- How Acro Yoga helps Diane with her live performance coaching. How it benefits both artists and teachers of artists to keep learning and trying things we've never done before.
- Why and how artists should watch awards shows.
- How the mistaken belief that the audience is feeling what you're feeling can diminish your performance.
- How and why to articulate clearly and use punctuation in performance.
- Why it's important for best performance to understand and take on the responsibility of your unique artistic position on stage.
- How important it is for an artist to work with a team that supports each member, and communicates to resolve any seeming differences so the artist is never confused.
NOTE: If you haven't listened to part 1 of this interview yet, be sure and check out my previous episode!
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Today's topic is my interview with Diane Kimbrough. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to improve your live performances, your confidence on stage and your audience impact. You'll also learn how Diane's performance coaching and my vocal coaching work together in a synergy that supports instead of confuses our artist clients.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Diane's background & experience
- Explanation of what live performance coaching is.
- How Diane uses her dance and acting experience in her coaching.
- Defining stage presence.
- How Diane and I work synergistically to increase stage and vocal abilities.
- The value of getting live performance coaching before recording final studio vocals.
- How both of us work on focusing message delivery.
- Diane's coaching strategy of videotaping performance and playing it back without sound.
- A vital understanding Diane wants artists to get out of her coaching sessions: The song itself - the structure of the music and the lyrics - should largely dictate stage movement. How that goes with my vocal training.
- How to figure out who your voice needs to represent in any song.
- Diane and I discuss and solve our disparate ways of approaching and coaching authenticity. We discuss what is and is not 'real', how to use acting techniques to make the moment real for the audience even when it's not real for you.
- Why you don't need to freak out at the thought of acting.
- Case study about an artist we both successfully worked with who had a serious eating disorder and issues with 'feeling' emotion.
- How critical voices and situations like bad-fitting heels affect confidence on stage. Knowledge brings power.
- Case study about another of our artists who we helped go from serious insecurity to up & coming artist catching serious career fire.
- Diane says it's best to have some stage experience before booking coaching sessions.
- Ways Diane asks clients to practice what they learn from her. Written homework is assigned, along with continual videotaping and silent viewing to review how audiences see you.
- The importance of separating singing and stage movement practice. Why you should put your guitar down and try singing without it.
- How that same strategy - separate practice - is a wise way to practice vocal technique.
- Diane and I bat around the concept of singing to the one heart. We use different words for the same thing... Diane calls it having a conversation on a melodic line.
PLEASE NOTE: There was so much we shared I decided to split the interview. This is Part 1. Listen to Part 2, on the episode following this one.
About Diane Kimbrough: As an actress, dancer, and choreographer, Diane’s career has taken her to Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East where she has directed and choreographed live shows for companies including IBM, Kawasaki, NCR, Chevrolet, Texaco, and Suzuki. She herself has appeared on stage & television with an array of stars from Garth Brooks to the L.A. Dodgers.
Her work has appeared on every major television network. She has staged a wide array of events from ABC’s “Monday Night Football” promo to “The All-American Thanksgiving Day Parade” for CBS. Diane is a veteran of eight seasons of the CMAs (Country Music Association Awards), staging such knockout numbers as Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochie”, Brad Paisley’s “Online” and Shania Twain’s “I’m Outta Here” and “Any Man of Mine”.
Managers and record labels, including Arista, Atlantic, Capitol, Columbia, Epic, Mercury, RCA and Sony as well as a host of indie labels, have hired Diane to coach their emerging artists as well as top-selling stars. Her clients include solo artists, vocal groups and bands of any genre. Diane’s philosophy… “Create an experience and you’ve created a fan.”
Contact her at http://dianekimbrough.com
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Today's topic is vocal training and how it can hurt you if you misunderstand it. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to correctly apply my and other coaches' vocal training techniques so they can help, not hurt your voice!
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Pull, don't push the voice
- Take a breath and don't use it
- Use your face
- Press fingertips together for breath balance
- Articulate clearly
- Straighten your spine
- You can sing as long as you want without strain
- Apply the inner smile
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Three other training techniques I never suggest
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Speech level larynx
- Just relax and sing
- Sing from your diaphragm
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Why you should not sing from your diaphragm
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Mark Thress… classical singer and teacher, voice science researcher, entrepreneur and colleague. He and I have been trading vocal lessons for about a year. Listen to this episode to hear us share our explorations and findings concerning the similarities and differences in contemporary and classical singing and teaching, as well as how cross-training can help both.
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Find Mark Thress and his services at his Facebook page, Instagram @MarkThress and website.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- A video of one of our vocal lesson exchanges. (Watch us teach each other!)
Subjects covered in this episode include:
- How we met and our intention behind trading lessons.
- Similarities and differences between the genres of classical and contemporary singing.
- How all art is about effectively and authentically communicating a message to the one heart.
- Subtle technical differences in formal and contemporary genres in performance focus, creating volume, using self-compression, facial expressions, vowel lengths, vibrato, the need for mic technique or to fill the hall acoustically, conveying emotion without pushing.
- How “less is more” in contemporary music, while continuity in sound is important in classical music.
- Ways cross training can benefit both contemporary and classical voice.
- Issues students typically have when trying to cross these genres and perform them authentically.
- Using tools such as a trampoline or bosu ball to loosen the body and increase access to breath and tone, as well as a coffee straw or balloon for warming up.
- How 'pulling' helps both contemporary and classical singing.
- How both coaches have improved each other's voices.
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is How to Sing Love Songs. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to go deeper into the various messages that are present in love songs, and the how to deliver love songs more interestingly and authentically to get a more powerful response.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Examples of various love song messages and songs that carry them
- Four questions to ask
- What to do if you’re not feeling it
- Mistakes to avoid
- How to create nuance
- Two exercises
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Lots of songs
- The vocal magic of intention and expectation
- How Voice and Message create each other
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Harmony. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to sing and create harmony parts.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- The power of harmony
- How to pick a part
- How to train for harmony singing
- Some examples of great harmony
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Flyte Three
- Simon and Garfunkel
- Bohemian Rhapsody
- Africa by the band Toto
- Emmylou Harris
- Alison Krauss and Union Station - Down To The River (live)
- HearFones
- The Judds - Grandpa
- Wynonna - She Is His Only Need
- Pentatonix - Havana
- Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choir
- The Hall Sisters - Beginning To See The Light
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Today's topic is Courageous Creativity of New Zealand. Listen to this podcast episode to learn about the unique and breathtaking creativity I found during my New Zealand trip, and to find inspiration for your own expanded possibilities.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Christchurch Street Art
- Dance-O-Mat
- Flat White Coffee
- Kumara potatoes
- Start City Mall
- Eye Language of Sheep Dogs
- Rachael Leahcar
- Glow Worm Caves
- Maori Culture
- Hobbiton
- Photos from my New Zealand adventure
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Today's topic is adversity and how it can be used to benefit the voice. Listen to this podcast episode to find out why I add humorously negative and seriously hard times to my voice’s gratitude list, and how you can, too.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- My childhood demotion from lead to harmony
- Mandatory piano lessons
- Paying dues with vocal abuse
- Serious illness and vocal damage
- Multiple career failures
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- How my damaged voice came back
- Interview with chiropractor Dr. Dwaine Allison
- John and Judy Rodman ep 'Here We Are'
- Rascal Flatts performance 'Bless the Broken Road'
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Today's topic is Mending Vocal Breaks. Listen to this podcast episode to find out what vocal breaks are caused by and what you can do about the unwanted ones.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- What is a vocal break?
- What causes vocal breaks?
- Why do we use dysfunctional vocal technique?
- Reasons to re-train the voice to mend unwanted breaks
- Ways to begin changing bad vocal habits
- My specific approach to mending vocal breaks
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- How my damaged voice came back
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Dissonance. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how we can turn uncomfortable, unsettling and fearful dissonance into an energy that moves us forward musically, vocally and culturally.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- A-tonal music
- Dissonance as a lyric writing tactic
- Dissonance as a production tactic
- Dissonance in the music business
- Dissonance in voice and vocal training
- Dropped technique
- Physical dissonance
- Relational dissonance
- Cognitive dissonance
- Historical dissonance
- How to use dissonance to move forward
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- 2 definitions of dissonance
- composer John Corgliano
- conductor Giancarlo Guerrero
- the book Sapiens
- cognitive dissonance
- Bob Weir
- Viheart on 12-tone music
- Pierce the Veil's Low On Gas And You Need A Jacket
- Bareilles' She Used To Be Mine
- Nettle's Stay
- Bruce Hornsby
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is about 3 ways to increase vocal range. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to safely and practically widen the distance between the lowest and highest notes you can sing.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- 3 different definitions of vocal range.
- Questions to determine your vocal range.
- How to train for more vocal range
- How to determine how much range you need.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- what to do for better high notes
- what not to do for better high notes
- TA and CT muscle groups
- Mat Kearney
- Joni Mitchell
- Phillip Bailey
- Andrea Bocelli
- Sara Bareilles
- Aretha Franklin
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Today's episode is the 2nd part of my interview with Rick Barker… music business mastermind and artist development hero. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for creating and growing a successful music business.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- When an artist is ready for a good manager and booking agent. How to understand why you need to be making enough money to make it win-win.
- Why you educate yourself to get to that point.
- How to protect yourself from bitterness and self-pity which stops your progress.
- The strategy of re-thinking and using labels as joint ventures.
- The singles game.
- Building your own buzz.
- How to create fan engagement on social media (great tactics)
- Why you shouldn't spend a ton of money on Billboard radio station promotion.
- Spotify, soundcloud
- How to earn people's attention
- Rick's book and courses
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- www.RickBarker.com
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Rick Barker… a highly successful music mogul and mentor who teaches artists to be successful with their careers.. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for creating and growing a successful music business.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Rick's work as former manager of Taylor Swift and promoter, consultant for Big Machine Records.
- Artist development includes communication skills.
- The importance of vocal health and vocal training for successful careers.
- The mindshift necessary to go from hobbyist to serious artist.
- Rick's strategy of interaction for music business success... how musicians, songwriters, vocalists, social media masters can engage and help each other.
- The mistake of not registering your music. There is now $1.6 billion of unclaimed music royalties.
- Steps to take for studying and developing multiple streams of monetary transactions.
- Smart places to prioritize and invest your money in your career.
- The importance of processing mechanical and sync licenses.
- What major labels are looking for, what they are good and bad at doing. 360 deals.
- How money flows to artists and labels. How to create a win-win.
- TV talent shows and specific strategic steps you can take to make them work for you.
- The importance of songwriting to artist development
- We discussed pop artist icon Mat Kearney and new country artist Preston James
- The wisdom of patience and not rushing the artistic formation process.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- www.RickBarker.com
- Rick's podcast
- Newspaper article on Scott Borchetta and MTM Records
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Today's topic is 10 (plus a bonus) vocal issues that a good vocal coach should be able to fix. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what a good vocal coach can do to eliminate vocal problems, unblock limitations, enhance and protect your voice. Learn what kind of results you should expect of a vocal lesson.
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- vocal range limitations
- vocal strain
- weak voice
- numb performance
- laryngitis
- voice cracks
- vocal control
- pitch inaccuracy
- style issues
- the need for vocal warmups
- mysterious vocal issues
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Vocal Strain
- High Notes
- Low Notes
- Middle Voice
- Numb Performance
- More Feeling in Singing
- Laryngitis
- Pitch practice
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is getting more feeling into your singing. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to increase your authentic emotional delivery of your songs.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Assess the level of your emotinal authenticity
- 13 strategies for singing with more feeling
- Other side effects from singing with feeling (all good!)
- How to get more help
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- numb, lifeless, flat, thin sound
- Happy
- I Can't Make You Love Me
- songs written about dogs
- 6 disc vocal training package
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the length of vocal warmups. Listen to this podcast episode to discover how long you need to warmup to prepare your voice for studio, stage or practice room performance.
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Subjects covered in this episode include how long to warmup...
- If you've not been singing for a few days and performance is upcoming
- If you've been singing full voice almost every day
- If you've had swollen vocal cords from laryngitis or misuse
- If you are on a break between sets on your gig or vocal recording sessions
- If you aren't performing soon, or are between shows or tours
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Laryngitis
- What to eat before you sing
- Power, Path and Performance
- Singing In The Studio
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Dallas Frazier… legendary songwriter. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for navigating a successful songwriting career, as well as finding personal success and satisfaction, living and learning along the way.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- His early start in Bakersfield, California, working with Ferlin Husky, signing as artist with Capital Records at 14 years old, writing his own material.
- How he experienced working on TV with a well-rounded 'out of the box' band and learning to love more than one style of music.
- Marrying Sharon, the love of his life, at 18 years old. They have been together ever since (she was right there on the couch as we talked)
- How he wrote some of his iconic songs such as Ally Oop. It reached #1 on the charts 58 years ago, and is still played today. Dallas wrote it at the cotton gin where he was working at the time.
- Making the move with Ferlin to Nashville, and his incredible hit-writing success there.
- Dallas's battle with alcoholism. His journey into Christian ministry, his battle with perfectionism and how he found new balance, wisdom and joy.
- Now writing again, better than ever, he and I discuss writing for the market as opposed to the heart, and the balance needed there.
- We finished with Dallas offering some very important insight from his life for those who want to become successful songwriters.
- My deepest gratitude to Ginny, and to Dallas for his friendship and support, as well as this interview for us all!
Dallas Frazier bio highlights: * Hit song credits include: Elvira, Ally Oop, There Goes My Everything, If My Heart Had Windows, All I Have To Offer You Is Me, Beneath Still Waters, Will You Visit Me On Sundays, Fourteen Carat Mind, What's Your Mama's Name, Mohair Sam, The Son of Hickory Hollow's Tramp and tons more. * His songs topped country chart as well as landed in the pop charts, he also had some R&B success with songs such as 'Big Mable Murphy' cut by Diana Ross as well as Brook Benton. * In 1994 Keith Richards and George Jones did a duet on Dallas' song 'Say It's Not You'. * 'There Goes My Everything' won CMA's 'Song of the Year' in 1966. * 'Elvira' won BMI 'Country Song of the Year' in 1966. * Artists who cut Dallas Frazier 'tribute albums' (all songs written by Dallas) include George Jones and Connie Smith. * Dallas was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1976 * Country Music Hall Of Fame honored Dallas by featuring him in their 'Poets & Prophets Salute'. * There is a documentary being produced by Brian Oxley, projected to be finished by summer of 2018.
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Today's topic is The Dangers of Meek Posture to the Voice. Listen to this podcast episode for tips for warnings about singing and speaking with poor, slumped posture, and what to do about it.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Real stories ....Tall Recording Artist, Modest Female Singer, Cool and Shy Teenagers, Vocally Strained Elderly Singer, Victims of Abuse
- What happens to the body and voice with meek posture
- How to get yourself out of the slump
- Situations where meek posture works
- Bottom line thoughts
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Dowager's Hump
- Adolescent male voice
- The Diaphragm
- Scoliosis
- Kyphosis
- Sling Blade
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is How to get Mucus off your vocal cords. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to un-phlegm your froggy speaking or singing voice.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Signs of mucus-laden vocal cords
- Tips to thin out mucous
- Natural remedies including lymph drainage massage
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Heather Wibbles lymphatic drainage massage
- De-gunking strategies for voices with allergies
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Today's topic is my story of getting my voice back from vocal damage. Listen to this podcast episode to find hope for full recovery from most cases of vocal abuse, strain, and yes, even damage.
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If you'd like to train with my method, consider my vocal lessons and packaged vocal training courses.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Mayo Clinic
- Intubation
- 24 Italian Art Songs
- Power, Path & Performance vocal training method
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Today's topic is about how the Vagas nerve impacts the voice. This is Part 2, by guest podcaster Jackie Warner, who is a Functional Medicine practitioner. Listen to this podcast to find ways to reduce chronic stress, balance and nurture the body, and strengthen vagal tone.
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Find the author of this episode, Jackie Warner, and her wellness services at Thrive Health and Wellness Clinic, Nolensville, Tennessee.
Topics covered in this episode include:
- Stress and its impact on the body
- Balancing two parts of the autonomic nervous system: The sympathetic (fight or flight) and the parasympathetic (the brakes).
- Stress response signals, adrenaline rush
- What happens when stress becomes distress
- Symptoms of adrenal overdrive or depletion
- Jackie's 4 steps to reset your stress response to heal anxiety
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Institute for Functional Medicine
- Dr. Golubic
- Heart Math emWave
- Thrive Health and Wellness Clinic
- Headspace app
- ashwagandha
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Selenium benefits
Very special thanks to our expert Jackie Warner for writing the article that I (Judy) am narrating for this episode. She is a board-certified nurse practitioner in family practice and functional medicine. Combining her diagnosis and treatment-based experience in hospital care with a functional medicine approach to identifying and eliminating the underlying causes of disease and dysfunction is Jackie’s passion, and her Thrive Health & Wellness Clinic, located in Nolensville, Tennessee, is its expression.
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is about how the Vagas nerve impacts the voice. This is Part 1, by guest podcaster Leah Grams Johnson. Listen to this podcast to find ways you can improve your vagal - vocal connection to benefit both! It contains a great reason to sing.
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Suggestions covered in this episode include:
- Ways to stimulate your vagas nerve
- How this far-reaching nerve rules the autonomic nervous system
- How relaxed (non-threatened) versus fight-or-flight (fear) signals affect the voice
- Where the vagas nerve physically touches that impacts the voice.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Christopher Bergland, Psychology Today
- Dr. Arielle Shwartz
- Stacy Sampson, DO, Medical News Today
- Leah Grams Johnson
Many thanks to Leah Grams Johnson for researching, writing and narrating this Part 1. Leah is a singer-songwriter hailing from the coast of Northern California. Her unique take on Country and Contemporary Folk music has resonated with fans of all musical backgrounds nationwide. She is also an accomplished horsewoman and loves to do yoga!
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is my interview with founder of Coaching Life Matters Dr. Terry S. Smith. We talked about how psychology affects voice... about how healing the spirit lets you find your unique and authentic voice, as well as a much better life.
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You can find Terry S. Smith for help and to donate to his highly recommended nonprofit at www.coachinglifematters.com.
Points covered in this interview include:
- Terry’s background - his dysfunctional childhood and adolescence, his deep questioning, and his spiritual quest for truth.
- How he used singing to find joy, to connect to his inner being, to create brain endorphins, and to question what is real.
- The power of gratitude.
- What Terry experienced in vocal lessons.
- Terry’s training in listening helps people learn to listen to their own voice and questions.
- Three core beliefs that determine our actions: security & survival, protection & esteem (love), power & control.
- How finding true voices can help successful entertainers can avoid feeling fake.
- Terry’s core method of life coaching is mapping people’s stories. His coaching initiates the healing power of understanding your own story.
- The parts education, process, discipline and decision plays in healing and finding the true self and voice.
- How we act from the 12 year old inside who was wounded. How children are the best recorders and worst interpreters.
- 95% of people’s behavior can come from believing the lie that they are not worthy of love.
- God as compost maker
- Be careful what you’re looking for (you’ll find it). Look for truth with an open mind. Look in your history for those who validated and affirmed you.
- How authenticity can power songs and speeches.
- A conversation between Peter and Jesus.
- The power of living out of knowing you are loved.
- The impact of enlightened voices on others.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- coachinglifematters.com
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today is the second part of my 2 part series... career saving tips to protect your voice from a hit song. Listen to this podcast episode for 7 more strategies to help your voice survive the increased performance demands that come with vocal career success!
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Suggestions covered in this episode include:
- Nourish your body like your voice is attached
- Workout like a pre-game athlete
- Avoid voice saboteurs
- Rehearse with and use in-ear monitors
- Stay in touch with your vocal coach
- Be prepared for the emotional ride
- Know what to do about laryngitis
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Take care lifting free weights
- Quit smoking
- Shania Twain losing her voice to Lyme Disease
- In-ear monitors - don't just use one
- Doing vocal exercises wrong
- What to do about laryngitis
- Pre-show nutrition
- www.judyrodman.com
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is 5 career saving tips to protect your voice from a hit song, part 1. _______. Listen to this podcast episode for 5 strategies to help your voice survive the increased performance demands that come with vocal career success!
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Suggestions covered in this episode include:
- Control your breath for vocal health
- Sing like it's the first time to activate fresh fire even when you're weary
- Limit and control your speaking voice
- Rest wisely
- Increase and monitor your hydration
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- laryngopharyngeal reflux
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
- pulling technique
- www.judyrodman.com
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
For this episode, I interview Fela Davis…an audio engineer and entrepreneur based in New York City. She graduated from Full Sail University and now has over 15 years of audio engineering experience, including working for industry powerhouses Clair Global and House of Blues. You’ll hear the names of several legendary artists she’s worked with as we chat.
Fela specializes in wireless mics and in ear monitors, has prepped gear for network and cable TV shows including Good Morning America Summer Series, The Colbert Report and The Macy's Day Thanksgiving Parade. She and her partner Denis Orynbekov combined their expertise to create 23dB Productions, located in New York City. Besides in-studio work, they offer a mobile one-stop shop for live projects: They film videos, do multitrack recording, mix and master for concerts and live events.
When Fela's not creating content for her company she’s on international road tours… currently working as mixing-front-of-house engineer for 5-time Grammy award winning jazz artist Christian McBride, and does some shows with 5-time Grammy award nominee Ottmar Liebert.
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To be vocally prepared for your best stage performances, train with Judy in lessons or courses. To do your best studio vocals ever... check out 'Singing In The Studio', the ulimate training for getting magic in your studio vocal performance.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Taking a career placement test to uncover your best fit in the arts.
- Why singers and engineers do well to understand each other's issues.
- Specialties for sound engineer jobs such as front-of-house and monitor engineers.
- Mistakes Fela has seen performers make, and how to can avoid them.
- Practicing with in-ear monitors to get used to the sound.
- Current technology in wireless mics and the trust factor
- Fela's favorite microphones... shootouts... buying your own.
- Caution with digital editing; the importance of being prepared before the vocal session.
- Working with Christian McBride on the road.
- Paying dues and establishing reputation.
- The dangers of reverb in wedge monitors.
- What speakers can do to help audio engineers capture their voices best.
- Tips for singers who want to learn audio engineering.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- 23dB Productions
- Christian McBride
- Fela's Linkedin profile
- The SoundGirls organization
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is What to Eat Before You Sing. _______. Listen to this podcast episode to find suggested foods and drinks that are best for your voice before performance.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- The vital necessity of water and protein
- Voice-friendly foods and drink
- Voice-unfriendly foods and drink
- How close to performance should you eat
- Being kind by being sensitive to others' sensitivities
- Why some people can eat chips and drink beer before performance (and why you should not)
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Health risks of second hand smoke
- www.judyrodman.com
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is about the season for singing. Listen to this podcast episode for quick tips when you sing in jam sessions with friends and family or in performance for the holidays.
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The music snippet at the end of this episode is from my version of "Oh Little Town Of Bethlehem" which you can find on this comp album here, among other places.
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic covers what to do about Laryngitis. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to get your voice back after an infection has left your larynx inflamed.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- What to do while your larynx is still inflamed
- What to do after the infection has subsided
- Warning: If laryngitis doesn't get better after 2 or 3 weeks, go to the doctor to rule out serious condition including cancer.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Blogpost with my free vocal recovery exercise download
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is 'Why Singing Without Your Instrument Feels So Weird'. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to help singers who normally sing while playing to sing well without their instrument.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Johnny Cash
- Snake Reynolds
- Singing In The Studio
- Point of the Spear – the Message
- PPP Vocal Training Courses
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Boogie Boarding and Music Careers. Listen to this podcast episode to find out how good boogie boarding is like riding the waves of a good music career.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Areas
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Power, Path and Performance vocal training courses
- Studio Vocal Producer
- Singing in the Studio
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is a Halloween theme - 27 ways to murder your voice! Listen to this podcast episode to understand these 27 vocal saboteurs, so you can avoid them.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Laryngitis
- Singing out of your range
- Skipping vocal warmup
- Pushing breath
- Speaking on the phone hunched over
- Eating and drinking vocal saboteurs
- Creating excessive throat phlegm
- Doing vocal exercises wrong
- Vocal fry
- What not to do between multiple sets
- How crying affects the voice
- Smoking
- Hydration
- Physical exercise cautions
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Bree Noble… entrepreneur, musician, speaker, business coach and podcaster. Listen to this interview episode to get insider tips for creating and growing a successful music business, with a focus on female artists.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- A look at Bree’s 2 popular podcasts
- Music business issues that tend to be more woman-centric
- How to deal with ‘female artists don’t sell’ mentality
- Why women need to learn business skills
- Fears that need to be conquered for music biz success
- How to create longevity in music careers
- What is the same, and a change prediction for music marketing
- How to submit music to Women of Substance Radio
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Female Entrepreneur Musician https://femusician.com/
- Women of Substance Radio http://www.wosradio.com/
Bree Noble is an entrepreneur, musician and speaker. She founded Women of Substance Radio, an online radio station that promotes quality female artists in all genres, in 2007. She launched the Women of Substance Music Podcast in November 2014, a 5 day per week show which promotes Independent female artists. Her podcast has hit #1 in New & Noteworthy for the Music, Arts and Society & Culture categories and #4 Audio Podcast on all of iTunes. She draws on her extensive experience running her own music business, both as a solo musician and as an Industry professional, to train and mentor other female musicians. Learn more about the station, the show and the artists at www.wosradio.com.
Bree also hosts a second podcast, Female Entrepreneur Musician, which is about creating and growing music business careers.
For more information on Bree and her services, and to connect with her on various social networks, go to her website https://femusician.com/
If you want the best vocal training proven to maximize vocal ability and conquer strain, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the controversial subject of inhaling for the voice. I tell you why I recommend both nose AND mouth instead of one or the other, and why breathing for the voice is different than breathing for athletics.
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Links referred to in this episode include:
- Nose breathing and running
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the dark art of trolling and what singers can do when cyber-bullied.
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To watch some online vocal lessons in action, go to Judy Rodman's Youtube channel playlist.
Links referred to in this episode include:
- Hurting People Hurt People
- Sue for Defamation of Character
- 10 Ways to Destroy An Online Commenting Troll
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is How Your Messages and Voice create each other. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to deliver clearer, more specific and focused messages that give your voice communicative power and efficiency. Also explore how learning better vocal techhiqe can help you deliver more powerful messages.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Vocal Tone - How To Change It
- Message as Music's Point of the Spear
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic: Why Message is Music's Point of the Spear. Listen to this podcast episode to hear my latest performance experience that freshly taught me the value of focusing on message of the music instead of perfection of performance- which defuses performance anxiety and tension-caused mistakes.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- When Jesus Wept
- Bowed Psaltery
- Melissa DuPuy
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is a guest post by indie artist Leah Grams Johnson discussing Perfection as the dark side of Excellence. Listen to this podcast episode for a deeper understanding of what it means to create great art, including great vocals.
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Leah Grams Johnson
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is online vocal lessons, the pros and cons. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how this kind of training works, and to help you decide whether or not online lessons would be a good option for you.
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This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is 5 Differences between Classical and Contemporary Voice. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to authentically transition from classical to contemporary (everything but classical) singing.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Low end
- Vibrato
- Holding notes
- Vowels
- Diction
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- My vocal healing
- Miming to learn
- Vowel shapes
- Video vocal lesson
- My Youtube Channel
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic: Why Your Voice is Trashed. Listen to this podcast episode to learn 10 things to stop doing in order to stop tiring, trashing and possibly damaging your voice!
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Subjects covered in this episode include these 10 things not to do:
- Sing on Laryngitis
- Pay no attention to the weather
- Drink dehydrating caffeinated or alcoholic beverages
- Scream
- Sing songs that are too high for you
- Push more breath for vocal power
- Offer your voice no support
- Perform with bad posture
- Talk wrong
- Neglect your vocal warmup before performance
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Laryngitis
- Diaphragm
- Talking
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is 12 Vocal Resolutions for the new year. Listen to this podcast episode to learn 12 commitments you can make to significantly improve your voice next year.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Resolve to assess the state of your voice.
- Resolve to do something about your weakest vocal area.
- Resolve to warm up and warm down your voice
- Resolve to address your speaking voice.
- Resolve to get out of your comfort zone.
- Resolve to improve something you already do well.
- Resolve to study some masters of your genre.
- Resolve to set goals for your vocal performances.
- Resolve to have and nourish a small circle of trusted friends.
- Resolve to take better care of yourself physically, mentally and spiritually
- Resolve to sing fearlessly.
- Resolve to be a better listener.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- absolutely intend and expect
- next most important thing
- ENT fellowship trained specializing in voice
- pitch practice
- warm up correctly,
- causes of your vocal cord abuse
- saving your speaking voice
- Immerse yourself to study the vocal nuances
- pursue a serious vocal career
- signup
- STOP SMOKING
- Todoist
- All Things Vocal Training group on Facebook
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic Sara Bareilles. Listen to this podcast episode for lessons to learn from her voice.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
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- Well-developed head voice can be belt voice's (upper chest voice's) best friend.
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Middle voice can be more interesting when varied and multi-colored.
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Don't be afraid to play with vibrato and straight tone.
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If you write with piano, let your fingers and your voice collaborate.
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Watch where you place a piano mic stand.
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If you have a great feel for rhythm, carefully consider scat singing in your performance.
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Watch your pitch when out of your most usual position.
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It's ok to write the whole song yourself.
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It's ok to have a name people have to spell check and hear pronounced correctly.
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Everything you've ever done informs the music you make.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Sara Bareilles
http://www.sarabmusic.com/main/
- Love Song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi7Yh16dA0w&list=PLs2VDJTtCn3rEmYeaKvL3xMeG62gzp1zO
Gravity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEXhAMtbaec&list=PLs2VDJTtCn3rEmYeaKvL3xMeG62gzp1zO&index=3
Brave https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUQsqBqxoR4
Many the Miles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwg1TpxkSnA
Many the Miles (live) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Kc0cYWfmUE
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis 7 Songwriter Round Mistakes. Listen to this podcastepisode to learn what not to do for successful songwriter round performances, plus bonus mistake #8 !
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Talking too much
- Mumbling lyrics
- Wrong volume
- Failing to connect
- Not being gracious
- Singing too long
- Singing wrong songs
- Not telling them who you are
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- The songwriting capital of the world
- PBS Transcontinental Sessions
- Earn the right to talk onstage
- Venue size matters
- Bluebird Cafe
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at www.AllThingsVocal.com.
Todays topic is "should singers lift weights?". Listen to this podcast episode to understand how to lift weights in ways that won't hurt your voice.
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This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is: Why you shouldn't sing from your diaphragm. Listen to this podcast episode to discover why this mistaken concept is wrong and dangerous for the voice, and where you should power your voice from instead.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Where the diaphragm is located and what it is connected to in the body
- What happens when you try to 'sing from the diaphragm', and how it can hurt your voice
- What to do instead to power your voice in a healthy way that unlocks vocal improvement and impact
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- Diaphragmatic breathing... a dangerous concept
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis Conquering Adolescent Male Vocal Strain. Listen to this podcastepisode for tips to successfully sing through the teenage male voice change.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Changing songs and keys
- Powering your voice for best control
- Keeping Articulation clear to loosen tight throat
- Watching your speaking voice technique
- Singing through the voice change
- When you need help
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis Singing Scared. Listen to this podcastepisode to understand why guarding the voice can actually cause vocal problems to get worse, and what to do instead.
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Subjects covered in this episodeinclude:
- Diagnosing trigger events for scared singing
- How hormones activate the vocally counterproductive fight or flight response
- How this response causes loss of vocal ability
- The crisis of vocal confidence that follows
- Two keys for turning vocal fear into fearlessness
- Case studies
- Power, Path and Performance vocal training and how it can help
Linksmentioned in this podcast include:
- Stage Fright - What it is
- Raising and Lowering the Larynx - Should You?
- Adele's 2016 Grammy performance
- How My Damaged Voice Came Back
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Today's topic is a study of the voice of Chris Stapleton. Listen to this podcast episode to discover lessons singers can learn from this iconicly successful voice.
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Subjects covered in this episode include
- Maintaining flexibly tall posture
- Lightening middle voice mix for rich, strain-free sound
- Pulling instead of pushing for power
- Drop technique for effect
- Find a great background singer
- Give the voice access to movement
- Support the ends of lines
- The importance of active facial language
- For increased power, back off pressure, add passion
- Avoiding vocal health perils of the road
- Don't be afraid to do it your way
- Make music that makes the world a better place.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- CBS Morning's Saturday Sessions performance of "Fire Away"
- NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert performance of "The Difference Between Whiskey and You"
- Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake duet on 2015 CMA
- Vocal Stamina for the Road
- Judy Rodman vocal training
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Today's topic is 30 studio saboteurs. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what to avoid if you want to perform and capture best vocals in the studio.
The discussion lists 5 saboteurs to avoid in each of the following categories: Producer, Vocal Producer, Audio Engineer, Background singer, Lead Singer and Anybody Else who comes into the studio.
For much more help getting great studio vocals, here are links to the two courses mentioned in this podcast:
- Singing In The Studio (for singers)
- Vocal Production Workshop (for producers and engineers)
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Today's topicis chiropractic, wellness and the voice; my interview with Dr. Dwaine Allison. Listen to this podcastepisode for insight, stretching exercises and practical tips to support and free your voice, from an expert resource - a doctor who sings!
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If you’d like helpwith vocal strain tension, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performancevocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses. Chiropractic, Feldenkrais and Alexander Technique practitioners can also provide valuable help.
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Dr. Allison's beginning in music before becoming chiropractor
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How chiropractor and vocal coach got together.
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How Dr. Allison's chiropractic and wellness work helps the voice. He assesses, recommends changes and improves the general health of the body which houses the voice.
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The 7 pillars of wellness he addresses: Exercise, Posture, Nutrition, Hydration, Rest and relaxation, Mental state, Neurological condition.
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Assessment of the patient to determine strategy of improvement.
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Getting rid of bad habits, unloading baggage, taking your foot of the brake so you can go forward. Checking posture, and how both chiro and vocal coach do this.
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Windows to your health that Dr. Allison checks, including the vital state of your posture. What forward leaning posture does to sabotage health, just as it sabotages the voice by interfering with open throat and breath control.
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How Dr. Allison works to change aligment. Strategies in addition to chiropractic that he uses including frequency therapies and chi gong.
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We discussed the diagphragm and the lungs, also the torso, pelvic, cervical and thoracic vertebrae.
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We got into the trigeminal nerve, the jaw including tension in the platysma and how to release it.
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He takes us through a few wonderful, very effective stretches to counteract specific areas of tension. You'll find yourself moving with the discussion!
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How awareness helps change things.
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Feldenkrais and Alexander technique and how they can increase muscular efficiency.
About Dr. Allison: Dr. Dwaine Allison, has been in private practice since graduating from Texas Chiropractic College in 1985. He has given some three quarters of a million individual treatments. His first in Tyler and Ft. Worth, Texas, and now in Franklin Tennessee, where I am among his devoted patients. Born legally blind, he has overcome huge hurdles in his life to become a well-respected Chiropractor, public speaker, and singer/songwriter/performer.
His care is effective for those who have chronic pain and all kinds of disabilities and other issues; He also delivers high performance care to musicians, runners, martial artists and other athletes. The multiple protocols in which he is certified in include:
- Acupuncture (both with and without needles)
- Treating "The Injured Musician"
- Medical Qi Gong
- "Athletes In Industry",
- Corporate Wellness & Accident Prevention
- ... And so much more
Dr. Allison is a true community leader. Check out his website to see the organizations who have him on their Boards, the positions he has held including district president for the Texas and Tennessee Chiropractic associations, his appearances on TV and radio, and the incredible volunteer and educational work he has done. Some of his ‘other’ interests include marathon running, guitar, songwriting, hiking, chess, table tennis, travel, foreign language and culture, human development and empowerment, public speaking, writing, unicycling, and martial arts!
He and his equally amazing wife Rita have 6 children, some of whom have studied voice with me. I had the pleasure of producing an album of his original music. He is a truly gifted and insightful healer and the things I've learned from him over the years have helped make me a better and more effective vocal coach for you!
Dr. Allison's office is in Franklin, Tn. Learn more and contact him at his website http://www.franklinchiropractic.net.
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Today's topic is Ear to Larynx... What the voice learns from listening skills. Listen to this podcast episode to find out how your ears, brain and voice can work together for quicker results in gaining vocal ability.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
- How to listen more actively - pointing the ear to articulation, tone, volume, pitch, phrasing and rhythm
- How the ear directs the voice
- Practical advice for the listening voice
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
- vocal tone
- muddy articulation
- pitch problems
- The mime exercise
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Today's topic is the career of voiceover, and includes my interview with renown New York-based voiceover talent Linda Bruno. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what goes into creating a successful career in the field of voiceover, from an insider who has done it.
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There is nothing like speaking with a master of any art, and Linda's career credits speaks to her mastery of not only the art of voiceover, but the business as well. And to top it off, she continues to train her voice in the endless pursuit of higher levels of ability, and protection from strain. It is my great pleasure to work with her every week from her office to mine, over Skype.
Some of the topics we discussed include:* What the preferred term for her line of work is. * The trip to Miami with her father when she was 18 and the kindness of a pro that lit the fire for Linda's voiceover career. * The current state of business for skilled voiceover talent, and what Linda does to stay competitive in the field. * What it means to work union (SAG-AFTRA) vs non-union. * The really fun stuff: How Linda met Meryl Streep backstage while working the She Awards at Radio City Music Hall. * The not-fun stuff: How she deals with difficult clients who don't know what they want. * What it means to be a professional with a great reputation in this field. * How improv classes can be helpful for honing voiceover skills. * How acting can help with message delivery in voiceover as well as singing performance. * Why Linda still takes vocal lessons. * Why Linda believes it's no longer necessary to have an ISDN line for voiceover work. * Her practical advice for those interested in developing a professional career as voiceover talent.
More about Linda Bruno:
Her website is www.LindaBruno.com. She can be contacted there.
From voicing promos for National networks to making you laugh with character voices to providing your pharmaceutical or banking information over the phone, Linda Bruno has been tagged a renaissance woman. Linda’s voice is used daily for Television, Radio, and multimedia formats all over the world. Currently she is the voice of HSN – Home Shopping Network, Disney Jr for South East Asia, Fandango, The Weather Channel as well as the voice of “Alex” for United Airlines’ website. Her specialties include retail spots and auto dealerships. More Credits: Walmart, Pfizer, Disney Asia, HSN, The Weather Channel, Fandango, United Airlines, TLC – The Learning Channel, CNBC, CNBC Asia, CNN, Stride Gum, VH1, Nickelodeon, Verizon, Costco, McDonalds, AT&T, Kraft Foods. Various radio and TV stations across the country. Local and Regional auto dealerships including Mercedes Benz, Acura, Jaguar, Kia, Chevy, VW, Lexus, Honda and more.
Remember you can find me and my services for your voice, as well as contact me, at www.JudyRodman.com
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Today's topic is the middle voice, and problems that can make these so-called easy notes sound and feel bad. Listen to this podcast episode to learn from vocal coach Judy Rodman about 4 specific middle voice issues, what you can do to fix them:
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Breath issues
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Facial language issues
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Vocal register mix issues
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Vocal cord issues
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Today's topic is the Power of Getting To The Point. Listen to this podcast episode to learn to focus in on your messages, and make your central point clear for strongest songs, scripts, and vocal performances. You'll learn several exercises, featuring the 5 question focusing strategy asking... What? Who? Why? Where? and How?.
Also covered is the subject of word count... how many words or lyrics are enough? How can you concisely write wordy songs?
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Today's topic is the importance of artist development, and contains my interview with an expert in the field: PCG Nashville’s Bernard Porter. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to greatly increase your chances of success in the music business, and become a well-rounded, happier human being in the process. Subjects covered in this episode include:
- Areas typically missing in ‘artist development’ that can sabotage the successful breaking of new artists
- Traits in a singer that turn Bernard off; signalling that singer may not ever succeed in the music industry.
- Whether it is important for a singer to be a songwriter.
- The vital importance of an artist to be able to 'own' the stage with presence and performance skills.
- The difference vocal training can make to a recording and performing artist.
- The impact of persistence, dedication and even sacrifice required for the potential for the artist to succeed.
- Ways even those without a lot of financial means can still find the money, heart, and effort to invest in training and preparing for a music career.
- How PCG Artist Development works uniquely to grow artists in different dimensions, and what the byline of the company 'the science of artist development' means.
- The brand new arm of the company that is offering training to everyone, even those who can't afford to enroll in the primary PCG program. (A little disclaimer… I am proud to be the author of PCG Online's vocal coaching courses, in the company of other instructors I highly respect authoring courses which include songwriting, auditioning, music theory, live performance. )
Links mentioned in this podcast include:* www.pcgnashville.com * PCG24-7.com (PCG Online courses) * Tim McGraw's video 'Humble and Kind' * The upcoming 2016 PCG Summer Bootcamp
More on Bernard Porter and PCG:PCG Nashville is recognized as America’s leading career/artist development organizations, working with established and new emerging artists. A successful business entrepreneur, Porter has spent his career developing and securing high profile joint ventures within both corporate and private sectors, guiding them in all phases of creative media, production, marketing and national product launches. In addition, he has served as an entertainment consultant to many record labels, broadband networks, major artists, large corporations, state tourism boards as well as to specialty venues, including the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Simon Mall properties, Dave & Busters and Marriott Hotels. Porter was instrumental in signing Jason Aldean to Broken Bow Records and has a long history of high level achievements. Note: I provide vocal coaching services for many PCG clients, and have a video vocal training course published at PCG Online.
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Today's topic is singing studio vocals with live stage magic. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to get the power, passion, authenticity and sheer vocal magic of your live stage performance into the final vocals you have to deliver in the austere environment of the vocal booth.
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If you’d like help with studio vocal performance, here are links to products and services discussed in the podcast:
- The ultimate studio vocal training course 'Singing In The Studio'.
- Hearfones for practicing .
- Vocal lessons with a focus on mastering studio singing.
- Vocal Production - working as part of your production team, I am in the studio with you, producing your vocals.
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Today's topic is my response to the fear by music makers and listeners that roots music could be lost in the marketplace. Listen to this podcast episode to find out why I don't believe we should ever worry about roots music disappearing, in fact that it will always be priceless.
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Today I interview Tiamo De Vettori. Tiamo has appeared on NBC, CBS, MSNBC, FOX, Jimmy Kimmel and has now won LA Music Awards' Singer-Songwriter of the year and San Diego's Best Songwriter awards. He has performed for audiences up to 15,000 people. Tiamo leads his own multi-6-figure live workshops and as Founder and CEO of Fearless, Speaker Academy, inspires emerging speakers and music artists to share their message with the world. If you've been looking for a way to make the music business successful for you, you'll want to listen and take notes!
URGENT: Tiamo generously offers my ATV blog readers and podcast listeners an incredible gift towards the end of the interview: a scholarship worth almost $2,000 to his 3-day February 2016 event, so be sure to listen for that!
Links mentioned:
- http://www.tiamomusic.com
- http://www.fearlessspeakeracademy.com/scholarship
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Without a plan, resolutions are just wishes that don't usually come true. Today's topic will cover how to make a plan to turn New Year's Resolutions for your voice into goals which can become reality.
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Today I’m sharing some of my voice’s gratitude list. May it encourage you and make you smile. Happy Thanksgiving... may your own list be long!
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Today's topic is one of the most important genre definers ...the shape and length of the vowels. Formal and popular genres require different choices to sound authentic. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to articulate vowels for contemporary commercial (CCM) or popular music genres.
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This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com. High note saboteurs are sneaky and potentially dangerous. They can not only prevent you from reaching the notes accurately, they can strain and potentially damage your voice. Listen to this podcast episode for solutions to my top 10 causes of high note fail (plus 1 bonus saboteur).
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This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com. When it comes to singing on stage, the size of the venue matters tremendously. In this episode I will take you through the differences in physicality and psychology you need for singing or speaking on small and large stages. When you apply these techniques and do the right thing for the size stage you on, your stage presence will increase magnetically. Get it wrong or reversed, you'll seriously sabotage your connection to the audience. Subscribe to this podcast at iTunes and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review there, too! REVIEWS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED!For more information on my vocal lessons, please visit this page.on my website.
This is the audio version of the blogpost at Kefir is an incredibly nutritious probiotic drink, with origins in antiquity. I've just gotten into making both the water and milk kefir and find many similarities between singing and kefir! Listen to this podcast to explores these similarities. Mentioned in this episode:Here is a link to my slideshow of my kefir-making activities: https://picasaweb.google.com/104316444961815474808/MakingWaterAndMilkKefir#slideshow/6168827067039424946 Also, here's a good source for all things kefir. I personally enjoyed the video 'Donna's Story': http://www.culturedfoodlife.com/video-how-to-make-kefir/ Your comments and suggestions are most welcome!
If you are doing a recording project of music that you intend to sell, you need to know about mechanical licenses. Of course, if you're a songwriter or publisher, and want to get paid properly for your intellectual property, you need to understand mechanicals, too! Listen to this podcast to get the scoop.
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In honor of David Letterman's last year on television, I thought I'd do my own Top Ten List. These terrible ideas about the voice are things I've personally heard said by singers, music professionals or others who don't know better! Ready? Listen up... For more information on my training, production, products and services for the voice, please go to www.JudyRodman.com
Judy gives a pro vocal lesson "Singing and Eating Disorders', then interviews author/singer/songwriter/public speaker Jenni Schaefer (Judy's vocal student and production client) and plays some of her music. * For information on Power, Path & Performance vocal training and other vocal services, go to website www.judyrodman.com.
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Find Jenni Schaefer, her work and her music at www.jennischaefer.com
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There is a subtle psychological shift you can make to take your next performance out of the ordinary and make it leave a memory in your listener's heart. I call it "singing from the soul" instead of just from the head. Listen in and you'll understand.
The secret to memorizing vocal technique for inspired performance is to learn the dance of the melody. Listen to short but powerful tips for getting the muscle memory you need for vocal performance you don't have to think about.
Here are some fun, crazy and oddly difficult vocal exercises for the professional voice to keep your hearing and singing chops up. Enjoy the challenges from your pro coach Judy Rodman!
Have you ever wondered if it is possible to get your voice back after not singing much for weeks, months or years? Barring serious organic damage, yes you can! With proper training you could end up with more vocal ability than you ever had! Listen in and find out how.