Want to help your singers master pop stylings like belt, riffing, breathy tone, and yodel flips? Alexa has invited singing coach Hannah Smikle back to the podcast for this practical episode, to share 10 killer pop songs that unlock vocal agility, texture, and expressive flair. What vocal tools can help singers to progress into certain melodies, and how do you apply pop texture in a piano-only space? A must-listen for singing teachers looking to spark creativity in the studio! 

 

WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 

1:56 Should singing teachers pick the songs?  

3:15 How to collate a repertoire list  

4:15 What is ‘popular’ in pop? 

6:13 What must a singer keep in mind? 

9:42 Hannah’s 10 song choices  

 

About the presenter click HERE

 

RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS 

Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.205 10 Songs to Inspire Your Singing Lessons 

Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.210 10 Songs to Celebrate Pride in Your Studio 

Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.51 How to Boost a Singer’s Confidence  

Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.112 Helping Musical Theatre Singers Build a Reliable Pop Toolbox 

Spotify Radio 

Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.112 Helping Musical Theatre Singers Build a Reliable Pop Toolbox 

Microphone SM58 

Chris Johnson Teach Voice 

Arthur Lessac 

 

ABOUT THE GUEST 

Hannah Smikle is a professional voice coach and vocalist with over 15 years’ experience in the music industry. She has worked extensively as a live performer, backing vocalist, session singer, and recording artist. Known for her holistic, multi-disciplinary approach, Hannah combines technical expertise with industry insight to support singers both on stage and in the studio. She regularly engineers and coaches recording sessions, helping artists deliver authentic, high-quality vocals. Passionate about whole-person wellbeing, she integrates vocal health and counselling skills into her coaching. Hannah is a Vocal Habilitation Professional, Vocal Health First Aider, and committed to ongoing professional development. 

 

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Instagram: @vocalperformancecoaching  

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