212 | Less Talking, Better Teaching

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As voice teachers, we have so much we want to share, but long explanations, detailed lectures about anatomy, and constant corrective language will unintentionally sabotage learning. In episode 212, Nikki explores why less talking and more singing leads to better teaching. We’ll touch on executive function and Cognitive Load Theory and share simple, practical strategies for more singing, less talking, and deeper learning in your voice lessons.

🔹[2:15] Why Less talking in a Voice Lesson?

🔹[8:38] A typical lesson with a student

🔹[13:35] Attention myths and executive function

🔹[22:30] The nervous system and when learning stops

🔹[29:00] FULL VOICE Teacher Training: Cultivating Consent in the Voice Studio with Megan Durham

🔹[31:55] Cognitive Overload Theory in singing lessons

🔹[44:00] Why talking less makes us feel like we are not doing our job

⭐ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

🔗 Tera Sumptner (SLP and Executive Function Expert) https://terasumpter.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/terasumpter_slp

🔗 Another Thing New Teacher Workshop: Cultivating Consent in the Voice Studio with Megan Durham https://fullvoicemusic.com/product/cultivating-consent-in-the-voice-studio-with-megan-durham/

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⭐ ABOUT OUT GUEST:

Nikki is the "Boss of it All" at FULL VOICE Music, where she collaborates with an incredible team, vocal music composers, and music education specialists worldwide to create outstanding singing resources. With 34 years of experience teaching private voice lessons, she shares vocal pedagogy insights and best practices to ensure every student leaves the studio with a smile and you build a teaching business you love.

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ℹ️ Hosted by Nikki Loney; Edited and Theme Music by Shawn Trotter; Released December 26, 2025

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