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Alexa is joined by singer, songwriter and vocal coach Grace Hancock to explore the relationship between music and craft. Together, they have honest conversations about the moments when making music hasn’t felt good and when it has stopped being joyful for them. They discuss burn out, self-worth, comparison and perfectionism, and how singers can reconnect with their craft in a healthier, more authentic way. As ever, we’re keeping it real on the Singing Teachers Talk podcast.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
0:55 Memories of travelling as a performer
4:06 Best and worst advice Grace has received as a singer
5:32 Grace’s mission
6:46 Working on cruise ships
12:55 When you fall out of love with performing
17:10 How can a difficult relationship with music influence teaching?
21:49 How to build a healthy relationship to music as a singer
33:23 What conversations should we be having more of as singing teachers?
35:14 Grace’s work
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep 100 The Truth About Singing and Dairy with Nutritionist Duncan Rock
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep 267. Acting Through Song: Practical Tools for Singing Teachers with Molly Marie Walsh
Amie McNee
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep 245. Technique Meets Artistry: Working with Contemporary Singers with Juliet Russell
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep. 261 Managing Performance Nerves: Tools For Singers & Singing Teachers with Laura Dumbleton
ABOUT THE GUEST
Grace is a seasoned singer-pianist, vocal coach and composer. Over the past decade she has dedicated her life to music and creativity, performing around the world aboard luxury cruise ships and composing for theatre and short films. Her original compositions have been recognised by festivals such as the Paris Film Awards and Only the Best International Film Awards. She now hosts her podcast for singers: Curious Vocalists, where she talks to industry professionals exploring ways for singers to build a more fulfilling and sustainable career in the arts.
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What makes a performance truly believable? In this episode, Alexa is joined by fellow BAST teammate Molly Walsh to explore acting through song and the power of gesture mapping. Together they unpack practical acting techniques that help singers communicate emotion authentically, make purposeful physical choices, and create performances that are both vocally sustainable and dramatically compelling. From Meisner and SAVI techniques to storytelling and practical teaching strategies, this episode is packed with insights for singing teachers, vocal coaches, performers, and musical theatre students looking to bring any song to life.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
2:58 Different acting techniques
7:34 Considerations for method acting
11:24 Inside-out vs Outside-in (& the SAVI technique)
14:01 Where you can find ‘acting through song’ clues
20:19 Gesture mapping
38:45 The SAVI cards
47:42 Consonants
51:48 Facial expression & neurodiversity
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Practitioners Mentioned: Konstantin Stanislavski; Stella Adler; Uta Hagen; Sanford Meisner; Rudolf Laban; Lee Strasberg; Arthur Lessac; Viewpoints
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.221 How Knowing Musical Theatre History Makes You a Better Performer
Ernie Losso
The Savi Singing Actor by Charles Gilbert
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.109 Mastering ‘Acting Through Song Techniques to Elevate MT Performance
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.266 8 Tips to Make Belt Sound More Impressive
Teach Voice by Chris Johnson
Heidi Moss Erickson
Kaya Herstad-Carney
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.156 Part Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios
ABOUT THE GUEST
Molly Marie Walsh (BFA (Hons) Musical Theatre - Molly has had a professional performing career across the US and the UK. As a professional Musical Theatre Performer in the US: the National Tour of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, and productions of WHITE CHRISTMAS, 42nd STREET, FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, OKLAHOMA! and INTO THE WOODS. and in the UK: Alan Menken's A CHRISTMAS CAROL, JEWISH LEGENDS, and THE MIKADO. She has been a Vocalist with a classical crossover group, ANCORA, and close-harmony Andrews Sisters trios THE MANHATTAN DOLLS (US), and currently in the UK, THE HONEYBIRDS. She has also been a creative consultant with writing team KANSLEY & LIDERT on their original musicals, CONFESSIONS and AUTUMN RHYTHM. She holds both a BFA in Musical Theatre from University of the Arts (US) and a BAST Level 5 Extended Diploma in Singing Teaching Skills. She is a singing tutor at Italia Conti, and a lecturer of history of dance and musical theatre at Urdang Academy, She has a passion for focusing on equality, inclusivity, curiosity, and decolonising the voice studio and our understanding of theatre history.
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Want a more impressive belt? Before you search for another vocal exercise, you might want to question what you think makes great belting in the first place. In this episode, Alexa Terry shares eight thought-provoking ideas - some that might surprise you.
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Amanda Flynn
Voice Study Centre
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre
Emily Kristen Morris
Singing Teacher’s Talk - Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing
Sing Like Never Before by Justin Stoney of New York Vocal Coaching
Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell
Kerrie Obert
Singing Teacher’s Talk - Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang
ABOUT THE GUEST
Alexa is a singing teacher and vocal coach who runs her own singing tuition practice in the South of England. She is also a 1-1 singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of BAST Training’s Singing Teachers Talk podcast, and is one of the mentors for their level 5 singing teaching qualification. [Text Wrapping Break][Text Wrapping Break]After graduating with a BA Musical Theatre degree, Alexa Terry donned her sailor’s cap and performed as a lead soloist on cruise ships travelling the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Baltic seas. She trod the boards in London’s West End as the protagonist in a new Musical Theatre project, studied as a librettist with Book, Music and Lyrics (BML), and has written for the likes of BritishTheatre.comas a reviewer. Alexa has also presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practice and The Sing Space; and at the BAST Intensive Weekend of Summer 2026, Alexa delivered talks in diagnosing and assessing voices and choosing repertoire to build technique.
Website
Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
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In this episode, Alexa is joined once again by physiotherapist Emer Tully to explore the jaw. They unpack why jaw tension isn't always about the jaw itself, how posture, breathing, hypermobility and stress all play a role, and what singers and teachers can do to improve jaw health and function. Whether you struggle with clenching, clicking, or simply want to better understand the biomechanics behind a free and efficient voice, this conversation is packed with practical insights you'll be able to apply straight away.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
2:11 How do we know when the jaw is functioning well?
3:32 Hypermobility P1
6:55 Assessing opening and closing of the jaw
14:21 Release vs strengthening
28:34 Biomechanics vs aesthetics
31:52 Hypermobility P2
33:41 Acupuncture and the jaw
36:01 Jaw red flags
36:54 Clicking jaw & TMJ
42:39 Three things to look after your jaw health
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.241 Is Your Pelvic Floor Affecting Your Voice? A Deep Dive with Physiotherapist Emer Tully
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.110 Articulation and Singing: Assessing Jaw Behaviour With Chris Johnson
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
Evolve
Bone Prop
ABOUT THE GUEST
Emer Tully is a physiotherapist specialising in hypermobility, TMJ dysfunction, breathing mechanics, and vocal health. She works closely with singers, performers, and individuals with complex chronic symptoms, exploring how the jaw, airway, voice, and whole-body movement patterns influence health and performance. Her clinical approach focuses on connecting the dots between biomechanics, breathing, the nervous system, and long-term symptom management. Based in Blackheath, South East London.
Website
Instagram: @core_points
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In this episode, Alexa is joined by researcher, musician and founder of The F-List, Vick Bain, for an important conversation about gender equality in the UK music industry. Drawing on her PhD research and years of experience, Vick explores the barriers that women and gender-diverse musicians continue to face, from pay gaps and career progression to representation, discrimination and the realities of building a sustainable career in music. It's a thought-provoking discussion that challenges assumptions, shares the evidence behind the headlines, and asks what role we can play in creating a more inclusive future for the artists we teach. Just to let you know some listeners may find some of the topics discussed distressing - take a pause, and we will be right there waiting when you’re ready.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
1:28 About Vick’s PhD: Women's Careers in the UK Music Industry
2:02 What are some of the biggest gender inequality issues currently?
5:50 Age discrimination and pay gap statistics
15:55 The ‘what about Adele’ question
25:06 Where are women missing?
27:13 What happens when women ‘over-represent’ in a field?
29:44 Being a freelancer
32:57 The red flags
36:11 Political landscapes
40:15 The F-List
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
The UK Music Diversity Taskforce
Musicians Union
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.263 The Creative Juggle: Singer, Songwriter and Teacher
Musician Census of 2024
Government pay gap reports
Intellectual Property Office
Gov Misogyny in Music
PRS for music
Independent Society of Musicians
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.117 The ISM: What Singers and Singing Teachers Need to Know
Reform Our Contract With You
ABOUT THE GUEST
Vick Bain is an EDI and Research Consultant with nearly 30 years' experience in the music and creative industries. Formerly CEO of the Ivors Academy and Past President of the Independent Society of Musicians, she now leads a consultancy specialising in strategic research, impact evaluation, and diversity and inclusion. A Henley Business School MBA graduate, Vick is completing a PhD at Queen Mary University of London on women's careers in music. She is the Founder of The F-List for Music CIC, a not-for-profit supporting women and gender diverse musicians across the UK and serves as a board director of the ISM. Her clients include IMPALA, Counterculture, Beggars Group, UK Music, Beatport and Attitude is Everything. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and Companion of LIPA - appointed by Sir Paul McCartney - she is included in both the Music Week Women in Music Roll of Honour and the BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour Music Industry Powerlist.
Vick trained as a classical singer in the early 1990s, holding Grade 8 singing, an HND in Classical Music (Voice) and a BA in Performing Arts. She recorded and performed with experimental artist Rapoon, sang for many years with the London Bulgarian Choir – during whose time they were runners-up in the BBC Choir of the Year and performed alongside numerous pop and rock acts. She recently joined a Cornish choir, continuing a lifelong relationship with singing.
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The F List
Instagram
LinkedIn
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This week, Alexa chats with artist, songwriter, choir leader, and vocal coach India Bourne about life beyond the stage. From touring the world with Ben Howard to building a thriving teaching career, India shares how completing the BAST Foundation Course deepened her understanding of the voice, transformed her songwriting, and enriched her work with singers. She also opens up about balancing creativity, teaching, and motherhood, revealing how life as a mum has shaped her artistry, sharpened her instincts, and helped her to continue creating a sustainable, fulfilling career in music.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
1:08 What venues are India’s favourite to play?
3:38 What has India learnt through touring and being a human in the music industry?
6:06 Does teaching ever feel in tension with being an artist?
12:37 India’s experience with BAST
14:50 How has being a classically trained cellist influenced artistry and teaching?
18:10 Songwriting and creative ideas
25:07 Singing and training emotion in music
30:02 Being the creative juggler
33:26 Protecting your own creativity
35:35 India’s new music
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Ben Howard
Man and Superman by George Bernard Shaw
Why Doing Nothing Can Change Your Life by Joseph Jebelli
Heidi Moss Erickson
Singing in the Brain: Ep.2: The Spaces in Between - Part1 Rest
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.256 The Neuroscience of Singing: What the Singer’s Brain Needs
Middle Farm Studios
Outside venue
ABOUT THE GUEST
India Bourne is a classically trained musician, songwriter and vocal coach whose voice has travelled the world as a long-time member of Ben Howard's live band. Singing and playing cello, bass and percussion, she has spent years immersed in shared stages and shifting landscapes. Alongside this, she has released music as Tender Central, where electronica and folk intertwine in songs that echo the emotional depth of Massive Attack, Lamb and Joni Mitchell.
Now, India returns to releasing music under her own name. This new collection is shaped by long-standing musical relationships, featuring collaborators Mickey Smith, Nat Wason and Rich Thomas alongside her all-female choir, The Big Skirts. Recorded live to tape at Middle Farm Studios with producer Peter Miles, these are songs of initiation and becoming - of motherhood, grief, nature, and new life - held together by the rare chemistry of old friends playing in the same room.
At the heart of the record is the voice, or rather voices. India writes with her women vocalists in mind, weaving their lines together as a living fabric from which melodies emerge. The result is music that feels both grounded and expansive, rooted in collective breath, resonance and connection.
Website
Instagram
The Big Skirts
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What happens when arts education becomes truly accessible? In this inspiring episode, Alexa speaks with Georgina from RABBLE Theatre about breaking down barriers to participation, building confidence through performance, and creating meaningful pathways for young people and adults in the arts. From nurturing performers to supporting wellbeing, creativity, and community engagement, this conversation is packed with insights for singing teachers, drama educators, arts leaders, and anyone passionate about the transformative power of creative education.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
3:25 What is RABBLE Theatre?
5:00 The RABBLE mission
7:27 Education and Youth programmes at RABBLE
12:07 RABBLE is looking for freelance singing teachers!
13:31 The wellbeing benefits of the arts
15:36 Getting financial support from RABBLE
17:22 Nurturing Performers
19:53 Fundraising tips
23:21 Pushback and grants
25:25 Make a donation
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Seamus Allen (Improvisation)
Holiday Activities Fund
Chris Mitchell
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.222 The Rise of AI: What it Means for Singers and Singing Teachers
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.226 The Rise of AI: Practical Tools and Strategies for the Singing Teacher
Arts Council
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.162 Voices of the South West: Building Community with the Southwest Voice Hub
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.224 Your Brain on Art: The Science of Creativity and Healing
ABOUT THE GUEST
RABBLE Theatre is an education charity that tells local stories of national significance. They have a large education department, engaging over 2,000 young people and adults every year, 141 of whom access their work through the RABBLE access fund.
Website
@rabble_theatre on Instagram
@rabbletheatre on Tik Tok
Contact RABBLE to collaborate
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Why do performers experience stage fright, even when they love being on stage? In this episode, voice coach and breathwork teacher Laura Dumbleton joins Alexa to unpack performance anxiety, fight-or-flight responses, and practical tools to manage nerves before, during and after singing or public speaking. Expect honest stories, functional techniques, confidence strategies, and advice for singers, performers and vocal coaches navigating stage fright.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
2:39 What is stage fright?
4:17 Why might a singer experience stage fright?
5:55 Why has performing not evolved to become less stress-provoking?
9:40 Symptoms of stage fright to look out for
12:59 Is it true that ‘some nerves can be helpful?’
15:25 The Boiling Pot Analogy
19:20 Stage fright myth busting
21:39 Strategies for stage fright
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.156 Part Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios
Dave Cottrell: @mindsetbydave
Stress Less: Breath More - Simple Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief
Sarah Joyce: @sarahjoycesings
Jessie J - Watch Me Work Through a Panic on Stage
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.80 Understanding Music Performance Anxiety
ABOUT THE GUEST
Laura Dumbleton is a Stage Fright Coach, Voice Coach and Breathwork Teacher with over fourteen years of experience working with singers and voice teachers. She specialises in why technically prepared singers still struggle under pressure, and what can be done about it. She is passionate about getting rid of “just practice more!” as a solution and instead replacing it with actual tools to address the underlying problem.
Laura works from her studio in Lincolnshire and online with clients worldwide, offering 1:1 coaching, group workshops, and courses covering musical theatre voice, stage fright, and performance confidence. Her Stage Fright workshops bring together the science of performance anxiety, vocal technique, and nervous system regulation, giving singers and teachers practical tools for building genuine confidence that holds up under pressure. Breathwork runs through everything she does, from coherence breathing to conscious connected breathwork, whether as a standalone session or woven into performance coaching.
She holds a Masters of Research from the University of Edinburgh specialising in performance anxiety in singers, alongside being an IVA Advanced Instructor and qualified Breathwork Facilitator and Teacher with Breathing Space.
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Instagram
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What happens when singing teachers step away from screens and come together in one room? In this episode, Line Hilton shares why BAST is bringing back live, in-person singing teacher training with a special intensive weekend in Manchester, exploring the power of community, CPD, vocal pedagogy, networking, and hands-on learning. Discover who the event is for, what topics will be covered, and why investing in your development as a singing teacher could transform both your confidence and your teaching. Plus, find out how to get your tickets, access an exclusive podcast discount, and join us on 20–21 June.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
1:36 What happens in a room full of singing teachers that can’t happen online?
3:00 What has BAST been cooking up?
7:11 How to get a ticket
8:37 The BAST Intensive schedule
11:17 What might I take away from a weekend intensive event?
14:32 What if I don’t know anyone?
17:15 What is Line the most excited about?
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Line Hilton
Focus On Events
Manchester College
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How important is it that the singing teacher can actually demonstrate the sound they are asking of the singer? This week, Line and Alexa are unpacking the hidden realities behind vocal demonstration, and why giving a demo isn’t always that simple. From physiology and hormones to stamina preservation, this conversation might just make you rethink the expectations we place on ourselves as singing teachers, whilst also recognising the very real importance of keeping our own voices ready.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
2:33 How important is it for a singing teacher to demonstrate?
4:32 When should a singing teacher demonstrate?
6:33 Demonstration and physiology
10:49 Demonstration and the opposite sex
15:48 Demonstration and illness
20:55 Demonstration and injury
25:54 Demonstration and the working singer
31:00 Demonstrating and hormones
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Line Hilton
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.254 Lessons Learned in the First Year of Teaching Singing with Mark Lowman
Vocalzone
Vocalzone, Saviours or Destroyers? Article
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.257 Inside the Voice Clinic: Common Vocal Problems & What Happens Next with ENT Mr Nicholas Gibbins
Ejae
Renée Fleming
Singing and The Premenstrual Voice Article
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.102 Understanding Singing and Menopause with Joanna Bozeman
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
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In this episode, Alexa dives into the often-misunderstood world of legit musical theatre singing, unpacking what the style really means, why so many performers feel lost when approaching it, and how teachers can guide singers through the journey with confidence. From Golden Age roots to contemporary legit crossovers, she explores key vocal characteristics, common challenges, and practical repertoire suggestions to help singers build versatility without overwhelm.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST
0:42 Defining ‘legit’
4:16 Common technical challenges
5:44 10+ ‘legit’ song ideas
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
musicnotes.com
So You Want To Sing Musical Theatre by Amanda Flynn
NATS
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre
ABOUT THE GUEST
Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space.
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Website
Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
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What are the most common vocal issues singers actually face, and how can we prevent them without falling into the trap of overthinking every tiny symptom? In this engaging and refreshingly honest chat, ENT voice specialist Nick Gibbins breaks down the patterns he sees in clinic, alongside practical insights on building vocal stamina and injury prevention. The conversation tackles what can actually be detected via laryngostroboscopy, reflux, hypermobility, rehabilitation, and Nick also tackles some questions from you, the listeners. Expect expert knowledge, myth-busting, and plenty of down-to-earth, relatable discussion that every singer and teacher will benefit from hearing.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
5:21 What singers does Nick see in clinic?
8:16 Patterns of challenge and injury in singers
13:06 Reflux
17:38 Preparing for vocal load increase
24:10 What can you actually tell about a singer via laryngostroboscopy?
26:46 Hypermobility
36:25 Surgery and recovery
41:08 Singing teachers and rehabilitation
47:52 Can you feel your vocal folds?
54:22 Vocal hygiene without the hype
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Declan Costello
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.87 87 How to Manage Allergies and Upper Respiratory Infections
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers
British Laryngological Association
CEORL-HNS Congress
ABOUT THE GUEST
Mr Nicholas Gibbins is a Consultant Laryngologist and Head & Neck Surgeon at the University Hospital Lewisham. Trained in London and the South-East of England, Nick has built a reputation as an excellent surgeon, teacher and lecturer. Patient outcomes are a key focus for Nick and, along with the whole of the renowned voice team at Lewisham, has built the largest Voice Database in Europe to analyse outcomes.
His key interests in the voice are the diagnosis and treatment of vocal fold scars and sulci, and the care and treatment of the professional voice. More recently he has been sought after to lecture on musculoskeletal problems that can either originate in the larynx causing muscle tension imbalance or that arising distally and effect the biomechanics of the voice. He has built a team that can address all these issues that includes speech therapists, osteopaths, vocal rehabilitation coaches, kinetic chain specialists, gastroenterologists, neurologists and more.
He writes and publishes regularly and is the current Editor of the Chapter on the Larynx for Gray’s Anatomy (43rd Ed). His term of office as President of the British Laryngological Association began in 2025.
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A fascinating deep dive into what really happens inside the singer’s brain, this episode explores the surprising intersection of neuroscience, pedagogy, and creativity. Joined by renowned voice expert Heidi Moss Erickson, the conversation unpacks how singing is both incredibly complex and beautifully instinctive revealing why play, imagination, and even a bit of “crazy” can unlock better vocal performance. This episode challenges singers and teachers alike to embrace a more brain-friendly, joyful approach to vocal training.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
4:19 Is singing really that complex?
7:58 Nature Vs. Nuture
10:19 Brain data for singing
12:03 The order of things: The Holy Grail P1
23:10 Integral parts to the brain’s prediction for singing
29:42 Neurodiversity inclusivity
34:02 The role of intention
39:12 The order of things: The Holy Grail P2
46:26 The brain and learning expectations
54:29 Who needs to understand ‘singing in the brain?’
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
The work of Richard Miller
Erich Jarvis
Heidi’s Singing in the Brain Series
The work of Ingo Titze
Voce Vista
Singing With Your Whole Self by Samuel H Nelson & Elizabeth L Blades
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.63 Developing a Singer’s Self Awareness And Clarifying Intention
Edward Chang UCSF
Journal of Singing
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Heidi Moss Erickson is an acclaimed soprano, educator, and scientist who has performed on major national and international stages and with leading regional opera companies. A strong advocate for contemporary music, she has premiered works by renowned composers and collaborated with artists such as Jake Heggie and Tarik O’Regan.
She has earned top honors in prestigious vocal competitions, including the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. Her academic background in voice, biology, and neuroscience has also led to contributions to significant scientific publications.
After a rare nerve injury, Erickson developed an innovative, neuroscience-based approach to vocal pedagogy, now applied across multiple musical genres. She teaches and lectures internationally and shares her work through publications, courses, and her “Singing in the Brain” series.
Committed to accessibility, she founded a non-profit providing voice lessons to underserved communities and continues to connect science and singing through her research and writing.
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Get the honest lowdown before you buy in this fun, insightful review episode of Stop Faking It! Sound. Alexa breaks down whether this book really delivers for singing teachers and vocal coaches, without the usual dry, sleep-inducing science. Along the way, Alexa unpacks key concepts in a way that actually sticks, complete with stories and real-world examples. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by sound science or wondered which resources are truly worth your time and money, this episode will help you decide with confidence.
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
(NSTA) National Science Teaching Association
Evolve by Chris Johnson
Brian Diskin
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.248 Thyroid Tilt Under the Microscope: Perception vs Physiology
Ken Bozeman
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.146 How to Understand and Apply Vocal Acoustic Pedagogy
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.172 Understanding Acoustic Registers
Chadley Ballantyne
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.52 Getting to Grips with Vocal Acoustics
Ian Howell
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.237 Beyond the Vocal Tract: How the Brain Shapes What We Hear
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Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, acts as mentor and unit tutor for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practice and The Sing Space.
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Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
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Ever wondered what really happens in that all-important first year of teaching? The leap from passion to profession, from ‘maybe one day’ to ‘this is it’ - it’s rarely a straight line. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the journey of Mark Lowman - from a career in hospitality and travel to stepping into life as a vocal coach. What does it take to start from scratch, build a studio, and back yourself when imposter syndrome creeps in? This is an honest look at that first year: the turning points, the practical steps, and the mindset shifts that make it all possible. It’s about more than technique - it’s about courage, reinvention, and finding your voice not just as a singer, but as a teacher. Let’s get into it.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
0:50 A bit about Mark
9:05 Putting ‘transferable skills’ to use
11:26 Choirs: Managing different personalities, needs and abilities
16:50 Demonstration: The challenge as a male presenting singing teacher
21:20 The first steps to becoming a singing teacher
27:38 Managing imposter syndrome
35:04 What has changed Mark’s mind on?
39:03 Mark’s mission
47:32 What keeps Mark excited about teaching?
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Vocalize Choirs
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.102 - Understanding Singing and Menopause
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.247 - The 5-Day Challenge: Clarity, Confidence and Getting Started as a Singing Teacher
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.154 - Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers
Chris Johnson Vocal Coach
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.195 How Unlocking Your True Values Can Transform Your Teaching and Life
Singing Teachers Talk Ep.227 Following Your Bliss: How to Align Your Life and Business
Teach Voice
ABOUT THE GUEST
Mark Lowman is a vocal coach and performer with over 15 years of international experience across the UK, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. After a successful career in the travel industry leading events, sales, and marketing teams, he moved into coaching and personal development.
His passion for music began as a hobby, later performing with choirs and bands, and he started vocal coaching in 2018 with Vocalize Choir, which has since grown into a thriving, successful community. After training with leading vocal coaches and completing the BAST 20-Hour Course, he transitioned to full-time teaching.
In 2025, he founded Mark Lowman Vocals, now supporting over 50 students across Dorset in its first year.
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Line Hilton hosts the Singing Teachers Talk podcast and challenges the continued, vague use of “support” and appoggio in breath management teaching, arguing that research shows no single correct breathing strategy among elite singers and that singers often misidentify what their respiratory muscles are doing. She explains how singing uses much larger lung-volume ranges than speech, often requiring controlled braking against passive recoil rather than pushing more air, and notes that trained singers don’t have bigger lungs—just better coordination. Drawing on sources including Miller, McCoy, Titze, Sundberg, and EMG research, she reframes “support” as task-specific breath management shaped by genre, physiology, and performance demands, and offers practical studio strategies such as audiation, mental rehearsal, the Underwood method, SPLAT, physiological sigh, sustained S/counting, straw phonation, gestural calibration, score marking, CO2 tolerance work, and respiratory hygiene.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
00:19 Why the term support bothers me
01:47 What the research says
04:23 Why breath is complex
08:42 The problem with support
14:55 Reframing as Breath Management
15:32 Studio tools and exercises
23:43 Bigger picture and hygiene
24:42 Key takeaways and language shift
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL LIST OF RESOURCES HERE
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This week, Alexa is joined by Dr Luciano Simões to explore cross-training as a modern vocal pedagogy through a Latin American lens, unpacking how singers can develop flexibility, resilience, and stylistic authenticity across different genres. Drawing on the rich hybridity of Latin American music Luciano shares how cross-training equips singers to navigate diverse vocal demands with both technical freedom and cultural awareness. This conversation challenges the idea of fixed vocal identities, inviting teachers and singers alike to embrace versatility, curiosity, and the vibrant diversity of global vocal styles.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
2:10 Who is Dr Luciano Simões?
6:42 Understanding Latin American music
21:13 What functional technique is included in cross-training?
27:57 What does a cross-training singing lesson look like?
37:41 Technical conflicts in cross-training
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Jeanie LoVetri
Alexander Technique
Feldenkrais
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.245 Technique Meets Artistry: Working with Contemporary Singers
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Luciano Simões is a baritone, voice pedagogue, conductor, and researcher with over 30 years of teaching experience. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from Michigan State University, alongside advanced degrees in choral conducting and musicology, and has undertaken postdoctoral research on Fado and musical theatre belting. He previously taught at institutions including the Latin American Integration University, where he developed a pioneering cross-training voice programme based on Latin American styles.
Now based in Germany, he runs an independent voice studio and lectures internationally on cross-training and hybrid vocal technique. His work has been presented at major global conferences and published in leading voice journals. As a performer, he has sung across genres from opera to Brazilian jazz and maintains an active profile in both solo and choral music.
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Instagram: @lucianosimoes_dma
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In this episode, Alexa explores how to choose repertoire that sits comfortably within developing ‘tween’ voices while still feeling relevant and exciting for young singers today. From musical theatre gems to contemporary chart hits, the episode offers a thoughtfully curated selection of songs alongside practical considerations around vocal range, lyrical appropriateness, and the ever-evolving cultural world of 9–12 year olds—helping teachers feel a little more in touch (and maybe even a little bit cooler) in the process.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST
1:10 Defining ‘tween’
2:24 Considerations for the tween girl
5:35 10+ songs for tween girls
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.223 10 Songs for Child Singers
Vocal Health Education
Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults by Jenevora Williams
Sing Up Foundation
Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.181 The Role of Singing in Mental Wellness
musicnotes.com
Sarah Joyce
War Child UK
ABOUT THE GUEST
Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space.
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Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
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In this episode, Alexa is joined by performer and vocal coach Grace Galloway, fresh from her run in Ride the Cyclone in London. Together they dive into one of the biggest questions for musical theatre performers: how to build a rep folder that actually works in the audition room. Grace shares practical advice on choosing songs you can rely on “come rain or shine,” shaping material to fit different auditions, and finding repertoire that highlights your unique selling points as a performer. From audition stages to song cuts and the myth of the “perfect” choice, this episode is packed with honest insights to help performers create a versatile, confident rep book that can adapt to whatever audition comes next.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
1:07 Grace’s best and worst audition experiences
5:40 The stages of a musical theatre audition
9:20 How important is song choice?
16:05 Should you transpose songs for auditions?
19:25 What is the most common style asked for in an audition at the moment?
24:20 Mindset in the Musical Theatre industry
30:54 The current audition ‘buzz’ song
31:36 What should be in your audition rep folder?
37:31 Making song cuts
42:37 A musical theatre rep book case study
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Danceworks
Debbie O’Brien
Aida
Pineapple
Grace sings ‘The Ballad of Jane Doe’
Harry Blumenau
Dundee Rep Theatre
ABOUT THE GUEST
Grace is originally from Liverpool and trained at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. She will be appearing as the title role of Rita in Educating Rita at Dundee Rep Theatre this Spring. Grace is also a qualified vocal coach and holds an Estill Figure Proficiency certificate with Estill Voice International. She is a lecturer in voice, repertoire coach and audition preparation mentor at Mountview and Italia Conti. She currently coaches professionals, those in training or those wanting to pursue vocational training.
Theatre credits include: Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone (Southwark Playhouse), Astrid Kirchherr/On stage MD in Shake It Up Baby! (Epstein Theatre, Liverpool), Diva 1 in Priscilla The Party! (West End), Marchesa Zuliani & 1st Cover Azzurra in the world premiere of Stiletto (Charing Cross Theatre), Donna Marie/Miss Jones/Alternate Mrs Lyons in Blood Brothers (UK tour), The Amazing Adventures of Pinocchio (UK tour), Di and Viv and Rose (The Hope Street Theatre), Velma Kelly (emergency cover) in Chicago (Pitlochry Festival Theatre). TV credits include: G'wed (ITV), Greggs-Bag Some Joy (Commercial)
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Do you have a stellar service or a product you truly believe in… but you’re just not attracting the right people? In this episode Meta Ads strategist Danny Young breaks down how advertising really works in 2026 — and why understanding strategy and buyer psychology matters more than simply “running ads.” From navigating today’s trust recession to building a powerful Connect & Convert Ecosystem, he shares how to turn cold audiences into warm, ready-to-buy clients. You’ll hear how a simple shift in messaging helped one coach scale from six to seven figures, why most business owners waste budget on the wrong objectives, and how to make your marketing feel relevant rather than intrusive. If you’re ready to stop hoping and start advertising with intention, this episode is for you.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
3:32 Sian’s success story
7:15 How has online advertising changed over the last 20-years?
13:25 Facebook in 2026
15:44 Facebook Vs Instagram marketing
16:45 Advertising products Vs services
19:42 Buyer Psychology of 2026
21:44 Standing out
25:57 Danny’s Connect And Covert Ecosystem
39:31 What questions should we be asking ourselves?
43:34 Working with Danny Young
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Buyer Psychology
ChatGPT
Claude
The Azaylia Foundation
Danny’s Academy
ABOUT THE GUEST
Danny Young is a Meta ads strategist and agency owner who helps infopreneurs and expert-led businesses generate leads, enquiries and sales for their business using simple, low-cost advertising coupled with clear strategy.
With more than a decade of experience, Danny is known for cutting through the complexity of online marketing and helping business owners understand how ads really work - not as a quick fix, but as a way to amplify strong messaging and reach the right people at the right time.
He specialises in making paid traffic feel practical and approachable, helping clients build sustainable growth without overcomplicating the process.
Instagram: @dannyyoungonline
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