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Alexa has a compelling conversation with Sing Up Foundation's Baz Chapman and Celi Barberia. They explore how singing can profoundly impact children's mental health and well-being. With alarming statistics showing that 50% of mental health issues are established by age 14, what happens when we normalise singing in schools, and how can it provide a support? Tune in to discover how the foundation is creating lasting change through music
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‘Singing can be a lifeline for children facing mental health challenges, and the impact goes far beyond the music itself.’ - Celi Barberia
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
00:04:00 The science behind singing and wellness
00:08:30 Sneaking singing into school days
00:14:45 Why some teachers fear singing and how to overcome it
00:16:30 How music can heal emotional scars
00:22:00 Questioning ‘excellence’
00:26:30 The difference between singing for performance and singing for well-being
00:34:30 Connecting with boys and young men
00:45:00 The power of normalising singing in everyday life to build confidence
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Inspiring Voices Podcast Let’s talk singing research with Professor Graham Welch
The Choir with No Name
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Singing Teachers Talk Ep.160 Tuning into Trauma: Strategies for Singing Teachers
@kitbrownnn
Emily Foulkes
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.71 Singing for Trauma
SK Shlomo
The Sing Space Choir
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.179 From 1 to 40 Choirs and Touring with Gareth Malone
The Singing School Handbook: How to Make Your School Sing (Faber Music) by Michelle James
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.155 & 156 Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios P1 & P2
ABOUT THE GUESTS
For BAZ and Cell's bios click HERE
Sing Up Foundation believe in the power of singing to improve health and wellbeing for all. With 50% of mental health problems established by the age of 14 and 75% by the age of 24, it’s critical to focus on prevention with young people. The foundation produce, promote and create opportunities for children and young people to improve their mental health and wellbeing through singing. The benefits of singing, songwriting and voice exploration, especially in groups, are wide-ranging with extensive research supporting the physiological, social, psychological and behavioural benefits. Creating a healthier world through song.
Guest Websites: singupfoundation.org
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 what helps and hinders them. In this episode, we welcome Jackie Pryce, one half of the musical duo Maud’s Dog, understanding her journey from Gosport to The Troubadour, how singing lessons have transformed her technique, what was important for her to find in a teacher and how those open questions really feel.
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‘In 2021 obviously we'd all been through the pandemic, and I think a lot of us were looking at our lives and thinking…what really matters to me? What do I need to be doing more of?… It made me want to review my life and I thought: what do I really want to do, and what do I really love? And I thought I need to be singing again…’
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
00:00 Where it all started
5:33 Who are Maud’s Dog?
10:19 Why I wanted singing lessons
11:37 What I was looking for in a singing teacher
16:18 Expectations of the teacher
17:09 Technical challenges and how I overcame them
20:20 An impactful moment in my singing lessons
24:13 The perfect singing lesson
26:15 Those open questions
30:35 What’s next for Maud’s Dog?
Music Credit:
Not Tonight written and performed by Maud’s Dog
Vocals by Jackie Pryce
Guitar by Mark Fisher
Production by Jordan Humphreys
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Maud’s Dog are a captivating acoustic songwriting and performing duo that weave soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics into a musical tapestry. Drawing inspiration from legendary artists like James Taylor and the ethereal Kate Bush, they infuse their compositions with a touch of jazz, a hint of blues, and the energy of rock.
Guest Websites: maudsdog.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
In this episode, we welcome back Rachel Lynes, founder of The Sing Space, to share her journey of growing one choir to 40 adult musical theatre choirs across the UK. Rachel discusses the challenges of building a successful choir community, finding the perfect venue, recruiting members, and creating meaningful connections through music. We dive into exciting projects like her collaboration with Gareth Malone and she gives tips for aspiring choir leaders. Whether you're looking to start your own choir or grow an existing one this episode is full of inspiring insights.
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‘I didn’t realise what this was that we were setting up… I thought we were doing musical theatre choirs, and now I’m like, no, no, no—this is so much more.’
00:04:00 From 1 choir to 40 choirs nationwide network
00:06:00 Financial realities of running choirs
00:10:00 The importance of venue choice
00:12:00 Recruiting choir members
00:15:00 Authentic marketing tips
00:22:00 Selecting & arranging Musical Theatre songs
00:25:00 How to teach harmony effectively
00:30:00 Incorporating vocal technique into choir sessions
00:32:00 Advice for aspiring choir leaders
00:39:00 How to start your own choir
00:43:00 Gareth Malone Tour
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Fondly named, 'the voice whisperer' by the singers she works with, Rachel's rigorously technical yet accessible approach combines the science with the heart. Rachel works with singers who include recording artists, West End performers and Vocal Coaches. She has been studying the voice for over 20 years.
As a performer, she spent 10 years playing leading roles in the West End and internationally.
She is published in the Journal of Voice. Recommendations for voice healthcare based on expert-by-experience and practitioner consensus. She has lectured at The Theatre Royal Haymarket, many of the top training institutions and at the Vocal Health Education BioPsychosocial conference in London, co-authoring a speech with clinician Joanna Cazden.
Rachel is director of Sing Space Choirs, offering Musical Theatre singing to almost a two thousand singers per week. As a vocal coach, Rachel incorporates singing technique into each session, including tips on mindset, breathing, posture, range, muscle release and lots more.
Guest Websites: rachellynes.co.uk www.singspacechoir.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 crafting a pleasing soundscape for live and recorded audio, Gareth’s expertise offers valuable takeaways for singers and teachers alike.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
00:02:00 The secret behind those knobs
00:03:00 Mixing audio is really just like cooking
00:07:00 Can your laptop compete with Abbey Road?
00:08:00 How to train your ear like a pro
00:12:00 Does nasality boost your singing?
00:21:00 When is a mix truly finished?
00:25:00 What’s the difference between sound engineering and music production?
00:30:00 Reverb and other vocal effects
00:36:00 Should artists try to recreate studio effects on stage?
00:41:00 How much should a sound engineer know about vocal technique?
00:52:00 The secret hack for writing songs without an instrument
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Gareth was a UK based vocalist in original music bands from the ages 15-21years, and in covers bands from 22-32years. He took voice lessons to solve problems with YELLING in gigs and lack of high range. He decided to start a recording studio and was persuaded by his voice teacher to teach singing as a side line until the studio was busy - lessons became extremely busy very quickly and so the studio took a back seat.
An opportunity to record a previously famous artist meant Gareth needed to employ some of his students as voice teachers to cover his workload (and 2 of them became The Naked Vocalists.) He got them to train in proper pedagogy (SLS) and realised he needed to as well!
Gareth opened a bigger studio with more teaching rooms and recording studios / rehearsal rooms, dance studio and cafe, and got asked to teach Music Tech at a College. In 2015, he sold his business to move to Australia and start over small and once again, hands on!
Guest Website: vocaltech.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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, and respiratory issues to managing restrictive costumes that impact vocal performance. Genevieve also explores the importance of self-awareness, and how she assists her patients in building a connection with their bodies.
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'The beauty of being a physio and working in healthcare is we want to give people tools for their toolbox…We want to empower people and give them the skills, the knowledge, to go away self manage that where they can.'
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Genevieve is a Performance Physiotherapist with a specialism in vocal physiotherapy. She is passionate about improving her patients’ awareness and understanding of their bodies. Originally from Derby, she moved to Manchester to study physiotherapy before moving to London to pursue her interest of working in the performing arts industry. Since graduating she has attained experience working in the NHS as well as private sector; worked on West End shows such as Wicked, Harry Potters Cursed Child, The Drifters Girl musical and more; supported various TV shows; and provided vocal and general physiotherapy support for singers both at schools, in show, on their tours and in clinic. She is currently writing her first article on vocal physiotherapy collaborating with colleague Lucie Rayner. Genevieve enjoys treating people from different backgrounds and is keen on taking a whole body/whole person approach and collaborating with her patients.
Guest Website: tawiahphysio.co.uk
Guest Email: [email protected]
Social Media: @tawiaphysio
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 face, discussing the holistic approach she takes in her work to help performers overcome physical and mental blocks to enhance their performances.
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'We can't just look at the performer or the singer in isolation of their voice, or what they have to do for their job, but everything else matters and counts.'
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
ABOUT THE GUEST
Line Hilton is a multifaceted voice, performance, and resilience coach with a unique background in nursing, jazz performance, and performing arts medicine. With a holistic she focuses on vocal health, mental resilience, and eliminating limiting beliefs to achieve healthy, high performance.
With a portfolio career that began in nursing and transitioned into professional singing and education, Line discovered her true passion in helping her clients overcome obstacles to their vocal and creative success. Her work is grounded in the belief that optimal performance requires not only technical skill but also a growth mindset and robust mental and physical health. Line’s mission is to raise the standards of vocal, mental, and physical well-being in performers.
Line is the founder of BAST Training, a leading program for aspiring singing teachers, and has lectured at prestigious institutions like UCL and the Royal Northern College of Music.
Whether working with high-profile artists or emerging talent, Line’s dedication to fostering creativity, health, and professional growth is at the core of everything she does.
Guest Website: linehilton.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 inclusive and supportive training in the voice studio.
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‘Anything you can do to help create space, and relaxation, and settle in a nice warm chest voice is always the first port of call.’
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Stephen is a voice coach for trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people, conductor of London Trans Choir, and is a trans man himself. He has studied voice widely, including with Alexandros Constansis and Kate Hammett Vaughn, and as part of his actor training. He has taught voice for trans folks with the Speech and Language Therapy department at the Tavistock and Portman Gender Clinic, and is now teaching privately. Stephen also leads regular masterclasses for voice teachers and voice users, and is the author of Transmasculine Voice - A Guide to Vocal Euphoria.
Guest Website: londontranschoir.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 responsibilities between employed and self-employed individuals, and practical tips for managing tax-related challenges. The conversation offers insights on estimating tax liabilities, understanding taxable income, and navigating the transition to self-employment.
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‘If you were to take 20% of all your top line income before any expenses…and put it away in a savings account, then in theory that would give you more than enough money than you need to pay your tax when it comes around.’
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
HMRC: gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs
Companies House: gov.uk/government/organisations/companies-house
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.159 How Toys and Props Can Create Dynamic Singing Lessons with Kaya Herstad-Carney
Vibrant Voice Technique: vibrantvoicetechnique.com
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): ico.org.uk/for-organisations/data-protection-fee
DEXT Solo: info.dext.com/welcome-to-dext-solo
MyMusicStaff: mymusicstaff.com
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.93 How to Organise Your Singing Studio Business with My Music Staff
The Musicians Union: musiciansunion.org.uk
Independent Society of Musicians: ism.org
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.117 The ISM: What Singers and Singing Teachers Need to Know with Ruth McPherson
ABOUT THE GUEST
Andy has been involved in the tax world since he left school as a 16 year old. He originally worked for the Inland Revenue (now HMRC) for 5 years before moving into the accounting profession where he specialised in personal taxation and gained accreditation as a Chartered Tax Advisor. He set up AKM in 1992, mainly supporting individuals with their tax compliance needs and always with an eye towards finding opportunities to reduce client tax bills within the confines of the law. Andy loves performing on stage (mostly local panto) when the opportunity arises and when time allows.
Website akmaccountingsolutions.co.uk
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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, as well as the vocal impacts of the common cold, allergies and acid reflux. This episode is packed with practical insights and tips as Dr. Gupta shares her expertise on identifying and managing these conditions, offering invaluable advice for singers, teachers, and anyone who relies on their voice.
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RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.161 From Speech to Song: Training the Spoken Voice Vs the Singing Voice with SLP Elle Holiday
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.75 Vocal Rehabilitation for Singers with Dr Jenevora Williams
Dr Jenevora Williams: jenevorawilliams.com & @jenevorawilliams
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.87 How to Manage Allergies and Upper Respiratory Infections with Laryngologist Declan Costello
The OHNI Voice Book: Straight Talk with Dr Reena Gupta
(Podcast) Singing Teachers Talk: Ep.60 The Best Nutritional Do’s and Don’ts for Singers with Stephanie Moore
Stephen King: voicecarecentre.co.uk/stephen-king
Lydia Flock: oxfordvocalmassage.co.uk
Performing Arts Medicine Association (PAMA: artsmed.org
Mindy Pack: www.mindypack.com
Chris Johnson: chrisjohnsonvocalcoach.com
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Reena Gupta is a laryngologist (voice doctor and surgeon) in Beverly Hills, CA. She was led to this specialty of a love for the voice, which was fostered through singing lessons starting at the age of 11. When she entered medical school, her passion for the voice led her to seek a residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at NYU. She then did an additional year-long fellowship in Laryngology/Care of the Professional Voice. Dr. Gupta opened her own practice, Center for Vocal Health, as the only Laryngologist-led private voice centre in Southern California. Dr. Gupta is published in numerous journals and textbooks and has been invited to speak at universities and conferences locally and internationally. She volunteers locally and globally and runs educational conferences to empower professional voice users to seek the best vocal care.
Guest Website(s) centerforvocalhealth.com
Book a Ticket to The SVARA Project Voice Summit: svaraproject.com
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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 MOMENTS
"Laryngeal registration deals with how the vocal folds are shaped for pitch, while acoustic registration is determined by the relationship between the pitch being sung and the potential harmonics of that pitch."
"In non-classical styles, the goal is to keep the entire range as speech-like as possible, which may involve compromises due to the different paint set of each pitch."
"Open timbre in acoustic terms is more oral. You feel it in the mouth."
"Attitude, is it an emotion or is it an attitude?”
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Kenneth Bozeman, BM, MM, is a Professor Emeritus of Music, having taught at Lawrence University for 42 years. He holds degrees from Baylor University and the University of Arizona and studied in Munich. He authored "Practical Vocal Acoustics" and "Kinesthetic Voice Pedagogy." Bozeman’s students have performed with major opera companies worldwide. He is a noted expert in vocal acoustics and continues to present at international conferences.
Guest Website http://www.kenbozeman.com/
BAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher.
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"I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! The training is comprehensive, immediately applicable, massively informative and so engaging! LOVED it!" Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials
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