What does it really mean to call yourself an artist? In this inspiring Student Spotlight, singer-songwriter Kristina Mann shares how her journey with Hannah Smikle at Vocal Performance Coaching helped her take her art seriously, overcome self-doubt, and embrace her… Read More »Ep.188 Student Spotlight: Singing Lessons Gave Me the Confidence to Call Myself an Artist with Kristina Mann
Should you specialise as a singing teacher, or could staying generalist be the secret to a fulfilled career? This week, Alexa sits down with vocal coach Molly McLinden to explore the pros and cons of specialisation. Molly shares her experiences… Read More »Ep.187 Specialisation in Singing Teaching: Essential or Optional? with Molly McLinden
Are you a teacher who misses singing? Or are you a performer who would love to know how to supplement your career with teaching? In this episode, Olly Christopher from The Book of Mormon and Hello Dolly stages reveals his… Read More »Ep.186 How to Balance a Teaching and Performance Career with with Olly Christopher
What are some of the things that us singing teachers bang on about daily? One of them is likely vocal health, but how often does this involve the conversation of sleep? In this episode, Dr. Jill McGarry from Sleep Better… Read More »Ep.185 How to Sing Better by Sleeping Better with Dr Jill McGarry
What happens when a singing teacher meets a singer struggling with their vocal health? In this episode, and for the second in BAST’s Student Spotlight feature, Alexa meets Lucia Neville – a singing teacher herself, and a performer known for… Read More »Ep.184 Student Spotlight: How Singing Lessons Helped Rebuild My Voice with Lucia Neville
Breathing is something most of us do each day without much consideration, so why does breathing for singing tie us up in such knots? In this episode, Alexa is joined by Lucinda Allen, MDH Breathing Coordination coach and founder of… Read More »Ep.183 How to Fix Your Inhale and Transform Your Singing with Lucinda Allen
Can your ears make or break your singing career? And how do we even protect such a valuable asset? In this episode, Alexa is joined by Jono Heale, a musician turned hearing health advocate. Learn how the ears work, how… Read More »Ep.182 How to Save Your Singing Career by Protecting Your Ears with Jono Heale (ACS)
In this episode, we dive into a compelling conversation with Baz Chapman and Celi Barberia from the Sing Up Foundation, where we explore how singing can profoundly impact children’s mental health and well-being. With alarming statistics showing that 50% of… Read More »Ep.181 The Role of Singing in Mental Wellness with Baz Chapman and Celi Barberia from the Sing Up Foundation
What happens when a singer steps into the spotlight to share their lessons learned? In this new ‘Student Spotlight’ feature, singing teachers will understandwhy singers might seek us out in the first place, what their expectations of lessons are, and… Read More »Ep.180 Student Spotlight: How I Got to Know my Voice Through Singing Lessons with Jackie Pryce (Maud’s Dog)
In this episode, we welcome back Rachel Lynes, founder of The Sing Space, to share her journey of growing one local choir to 40 adult musical theatre choirs across the UK. Rachel talks about the challenges of building a successful… Read More »Ep.179 From 1 to 40 Choirs and Touring with Gareth Malone – A Chat with Rachel Lynes
In this episode, Alexa Terry is joined by fellow singing teacher Gareth Henderson. With a wealth of experience in sound engineering and music production, Gareth shares insights on the balance between technology and artistry. From understanding the functional equipment to… Read More »Ep.178 Mastering Sound: Insights into audio engineering and the voice with Gareth Henderson
In this episode, Alexa welcomes Genevieve Tawiah – a specialist in vocal physiotherapy. Genevieve shares her insights on how different elements of physiotherapy can aid vocalists and performing artists. They discuss the importance of personalised care, from addressing neck, shoulder,… Read More »Ep.177 Using Physiotherapy to Treat Voice Problems with Genevieve Tawiah
In this episode, Alexa Terry welcomes back BAST Training founder, Line Hilton, to delve into the niche field of Performing Arts Medicine, understanding what it umbrellas and how it’s evolving. Line particularly addresses the physical and mental health challenges performers… Read More »Ep.176 Why Performing Arts Medicine is Vital to Singers with Line Hilton
Stephen Davidson offers insights into the unique challenges and techniques involved in working with transmasculine singers. From the effects of hormone replacement therapy to practical vocal exercises, Stephen shares invaluable advice for singing teachers and vocal coaches looking to provide… Read More »Ep.175 Understanding the Transmasculine Voice with Stephen Davidson
Alexa welcomes UK tax accountant, Andy Muckett, to the podcast, to demystify the complexities of tax for self-employed vocal coaches and singing teachers in the UK. They discuss why taxes can feel overwhelming for creative professionals, the differences in tax… Read More »Ep.174 Demystifying Tax for the Self – Employed Singing Teacher with Accountant Andy Muckett
Join us as we sit down with Dr Reena Gupta, a renowned laryngologist, to explore the world of vocal health. In this episode, we dive into common vocal injuries identified in clinic, the misconceptions of injury, and how injury forms,… Read More »Ep.173 Uncovering the Truth About Vocal Injuries In Singers with Laryngologist Dr Reena Gupta
Vocal pedagogy expert Ken Bozeman returns to the podcast, joining Alexa to explore laryngeal vs. acoustic registration, how vowel modification impacts vocal range, and the role of sensory feedback in refining vocal technique. KEY TAKEAWAYS Laryngeal registration involves physical changes… Read More »Ep.172 Understanding Acoustic Registers with Ken Bozeman
Robert Price is a voice teacher, director, and level five advanced clinical massage therapist specialising in the voice and jaw. He trained in voice studies at the Central School of Speech and Drama before teaching and directing in many drama… Read More »Ep.171 A Guide to Vocal Self-Massage for Singers with Robert Price
Join voice scientist, Dr Ingo Titze and Speech and Language Pathologist, Karin Titze-Cox in Ep.170, as they discuss their book ‘Voices Free after SOVT’, exploring the science and application of Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract exercises. They delve into the benefits, implementation,… Read More »Ep.170 Understanding the Science of SOVTs: In Conversation with Ingo Titze & Karin Titze Cox
Heather Baker, Founding Director of the Institute for Vocal Advancement, explains how gestures enhance vocal training by providing an additional modality for the brain to learn new vocal skills. She explores the connection between gestures and the brain, sharing examples… Read More »Ep.169 How to Use Gesture for Better Singing with Heather Baker
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