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  • What's changing in musical theatre, and what needs to change? And what is authenticity in performance anyway? In their 100th episode, Gillyanne and Jeremy chat with singer researcher Guro von Germeten on her research into gender, authenticity and musical theatre.
    How does taste influence your vocal training? How is gender identity challenging musical theatre casting?
    Guro shares her passion on flexibility of vocal sounds, the role of recordings in musical theatre education, and the importance of providing a safe space for vocal experimentation
    If you're passionate about musical theatre, join this podcast and discover how the industry is developing.
    Perfect for singers, singing teachers and musical theatre enthusiasts wanting to innovate their craft

    0:00 Authenticity versus believability
    01:36 Students investigating musical taste
    04:46 Taking time to explore in a masterclass
    06:25 We're not aiming for perfect
    08:42 Using recordings in musical theatre training
    10:21 Analysing multiple singers in a role
    12:02 Putting their recordings onto your voice
    13:30 Singing is not just sound
    15:53 Training, history and attractor states
    19:14 What is authenticity for a singer?
    22:12 Billie Eilish is a genre
    23:32 Is authenticity just commitment?
    28:12 Confidence, Clarity and Commitment
    31:07 Who am I that listens?
    32:48 Non-binary voice in musical theatre

    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more insightful episodes. Leave a comment below on what inspired you the most from Guro's episode! 👇

    Find out more about Guro
    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzMK7LpMRkYvfWTK1DynaKw
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gurovongermeten/
    Guro's full PhD Dissertation on The Omnivorous Voice can be found here: https://nmh.no/en/research/projects/guro-von-germeten-completed-phd


    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • Join Dr Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher in a fascinating and deep episode on the omnivorous voice, featuring Dr. Guro von Germerten.
    Guro shares the highlights from her PhD on musical tastes and vocal techniques. From her emotional childhood experience as a pianist to her groundbreaking research on the omnivorous voice, Guro discusses the complexities of taste, tradition, and cultural expectations in musical performance. From the process of PhD defence in Europe, to the concept of musical omnivorousness, and the hidden problems of musical taste, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in music education, vocal performance, and the evolving dynamics of taste and authenticity in the arts.

    00:00 Crushing dreams with a single comment
    02:17 How did Gillyanne and Guro meet?
    03:10 How a PhD defence works in Europe
    05:36 The omnivorous voice
    08:13 Cultural and ethical implications in Musical Theatre
    13:24 Shortcutting in casting musicals
    16:07 Uncovering your own biases
    19:18 The role of taste in music and performance
    27:08 A rebel with an accordian
    31:17 Does the composer actually know?
    33:30 Taste and values on the Accreditation Programme
    35:22 We are also music lovers
    38:30 When musical tastes collide


    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more insightful episodes. Leave a comment below on what inspired you the most from Guro's episode! 👇

    Find out more about Guro
    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzMK7LpMRkYvfWTK1DynaKw
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gurovongermeten/
    Guro's full PhD Dissertation on The Omnivorous Voice can be found here: https://nmh.no/en/research/projects/guro-von-germeten-completed-phd


    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

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  • DJ, singer-songwriter, vocal coach and inspiration Ruth Royall joins Gillyanne and Jeremy to share the amazing story behind the #KeepItReal movement and its impact on the drum and bass community.
    In this episode:
    The importance of self-confidence for artists and the crucial role of supportive networks.
    Insights on artist mentoring and establishing your identity and boundaries in the music industry.
    Ruth’s personal journey of touring while seven months pregnant and the unique challenges she faced.
    The development and success of her new live dance music project, Royall Sound, and plans for the future.

    Ruth’s candidness about her experiences, from dealing with unrealistic beauty standards to the realities of touring while pregnant, is both inspiring and empowering.

    00:00 The Birth of #KeepItReal Movement
    00:53 Welcome Back, Ruth Royall!
    01:33 The Importance of Self-Confidence for Artists
    03:57 The Impact of Positive Communities
    12:13 Touring While Pregnant: Ruth's Experience
    18:37 Introducing Royall Sound
    22:22 Ruth's Latest Release: Electricity
    25:15 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Farewells

    🔗 Links and Resources:

    Follow Ruth Royall on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthroyall/
    Listen to the Keep It Real Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/66Mx6plPp9Huj6oUqgYE8c?si=7238caf11c1a4fa8
    Check out Ruth’s latest release "Electricity" on her label Royall Sound: Listen Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mNFjQiPaQQ

    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more insightful episodes. Leave a comment below on what inspired you the most from Ruth’s journey! 👇

    #Podcast #MusicIndustry #RuthRoyall #KeepItReal #DrumAndBass #VocalCoaching #WomenInMusic #Confidence #Community #TouringWhilePregnant #RoyallSound

  • In this episode of 'This Is A Voice' podcast, Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher are joined by singer-songwriter Ruth Royall. They discuss Ruth's diverse career journey, her pivot to become a prominent artist in the drum and bass genre during the lockdown, and her personal songwriting process.
    Ruth shares insights on the importance of collaboration in the music industry, particularly within the drum and bass community. We play an excerpt from her song "Help You Stay", created in conjunction with Technimatic, and she shares the story behind the song and its emotional resonance.
    We dive into how art and creativity work through collaboration, vulnerability, and personal experience for all of us, and we hear more about the communal and experimental nature of the drum and bass scene.

    00:00 Introduction to Songwriting and Creativity
    01:51 Ruth's Musical Journey
    03:37 Pivot During Lockdown
    04:34 Exploring Drum and Bass
    07:16 Collaboration and DJing
    11:02 Understanding Drum and Bass
    13:48 Help You Stay (song with Technimatic)
    18:44 Songwriting Process
    20:16 Dreaming a complete song
    24:17 Trust the word vomit
    26:51 Collaborative musician

    Remember to subscribe to stay updated with "This is a Voice" podcast episodes, and share your thoughts and stories with us on social media!

    #ThisIsAVoice #drumandbass #vocals #songwriting

    Find out more about Ruth Royall on Instagram and TikTok (ruthroyallmusic)
    All Ruth's music is on Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/artist/68mfV6tyHCTHZrNWNbVXmu?si=imypgyElRYGjR75OX7nRuA

    Or iTunes:
    https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/ruth-royall/282081141

    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • Jeremy Fisher launches his new book called "Just How Boring Are you? How to be a great podcast guest, captivate your listeners and polish your vocal skills".
    In this bonus podcast episode Jeremy is interviewed by Karen Merstik-Michaels - singer, musician, social media manager and podcast host, on why he wrote the book and what potential podcast guests can learn from it

    0:00 A bonus podcast episode
    01:07 Overcoming crippling shyness
    02:49 Applying music skills to spoken voice
    03:37 Why podcasting is different from public speaking
    05:24 Jeremy's first big radio interview - a lesson
    06:19 Most common mistake for podcast guests
    11:07 Five Minute Vocal Warmup + Microsoft Headquarters
    16:53 Harvard research on hating the sound of your voice
    18:29 The worst habit Jeremy has changed
    20:00 "Not just my opinion" - Jeremy's special interviews

    You can get your copy of the ebook "Just How Boring Are You" PLUS all the Mp3s of the Five Minute Vocal Warmup on this link: https://bit.ly/JustHowBoringAreYou


    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • This Is A Voice podcast S9 Ep6 focuses on our More Than a Masterclass experience at the Hamburg StimmSymposium last month.
    Coaching a singer in the big belt number from the musical Vanara - Prayer To The Moon. How Jeremy changed her style with a single physical instruction. And why she needed less flow, not more to make the belt notes and approaches work.
    And we share more highlights from the Symposium including an almost wordless epic warmup class from conductor Craig Anthony Lees, and a truth bomb from osteopath Jacob Lieberman

    00:00 More Than a Masterclass in Hamburg
    03:26 Getting the singer to feel an exercise
    08:26 Changing the shape of a difficult song
    10:33 Changing the vowel on a difficult note
    12:44 Our process for giving a masterclass
    14:36 Meeting our teachers for the first time
    16:22 Craig Anthony Lees and Declan Davies warmup
    18:53 Practical coaching for singing pedagogies
    22:22 Putting it into practice with Cleo Laine
    25:36 Jacob Lieberman drops a truth bomb about breathing
    30:02 Beliefs, the diaphragm and little green men

    Remember to subscribe to stay updated with "This is a Voice" podcast episodes, and share your thoughts and stories with us on social media!

    #ThisIsAVoice #VoiceEducation #diaphragm #Hamss #VoiceCoaching #masterclass

    The Cleo Laine recording we refer to is On A Clear Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSLxdLIoHj4

    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • In this landmark episode of This Is A Voice (S9 Ep5), Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher take a stroll down memory lane to celebrate a remarkable 25 years since founding their voice education company VocalProcess. From being the UK's first private company to pioneer online voice webinars to sharing insights from their latest experience at the esteemed Hamburg StimmSymposium, this episode is packed with nostalgia, innovation, and forward-thinking in the world of voice education.

    What to expect in this episode:
    - A heartfelt look back at our journey and key milestones
    - Our groundbreaking work in voice education and online learning
    - Exclusive highlights and takeaways from the Hamburg StimmSymposium
    - Fun anecdotes and a peek into what it's like running a company as a married couple

    00:00 25 years together
    05:23 Hamburger StimmSymposium - Do we speak German?
    08:05 Highlights Day One
    12:09 Diagnosis and causality
    18:18 Highlights Day Two
    21:07 Breathing for singing
    23:07 Breathing, speaking & singing compared
    25:38 The round table on “support”
    29:04 What does support mean to you?
    34:51 More than a masterclass – the Bond theme
    37:44 Billie Eilish, am I prejudiced?
    44:42 God made high notes louder so you don’t have to

    Whether you're a voice coach, an aspiring singer, or a long-time listener, this episode offers something for everyone. Join us as we reflect, celebrate the past and look towards the future of voice education.

    Remember to subscribe to stay updated with "This is a Voice" podcast episodes, and share your thoughts and stories with us on social media!

    #ThisIsAVoice #VoiceEducation #AnniversarySpecial #Hamss #VoiceCoaching #PodcastCelebration

    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • For the second half of our World Voice Day Special edition, we're talking belief systems and diagnostics with one of the most influential GPs in the UK (Pulse Magazine), Dr Ayan Panja.

    Dr Panja is a GP (family doctor), podcaster, presenter on BBC World News and the bestselling author of "The Health Fix"

    00:00 What motivates a working GP?
    04:01 Putting health into context
    06:25 Different cultures and body psychotherapy
    08:13 The first lifestyle medicine course
    11:11 Beliefs and diagnosis for singers
    13:08 Beliefs and diet
    15:55 There isn't a single balance
    17:20 Stop chasing the symptom!
    19:00 Jeremy rolls his eyes...
    21:00 Singers, doctors and antibiotics
    23:13 Sore throats, acid reflux and mucus
    26:40 Rolling with resistance
    28:30 Looking for the fix
    31:19 Taking part in your own health


    Get Dr Ayan Panja's book (highly recommended) The Health Fix here https://amzn.to/49xGTUL

    Listen to Ayan's podcast Saving Lives In Slow Motion here https://open.spotify.com/show/3608nfD5nUcRyKtgAba6DT

    ADHD for adults: https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/adult-adhd#takeaway


    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • For this World Voice Day Special edition of our This Is A Voice podcast we're delving into the Vagus Nerve and health diagnostics with one of the most influential GPs in the UK (Pulse Magazine), Dr Ayan Panja. Dr Panja is a GP (family doctor), podcaster, presenter on BBC World News and the bestselling author of "The Health Fix"

    Voice experts Dr Gillyanne Kayes & Jeremy Fisher share thoughts, stories and advice with Dr Ayan and bust some of the myths about singing, breathing and the vagus nerve.

    00:00 A great start!
    01:36 The Health Fix and how we diagnose
    04:35 What is a symptom?
    07:03 Pattern Recognition
    10:55 Systems + pattern interrupts
    12:47 Lifestyle and the monkey brain
    19:21 The vagus nerve and humming
    23:13 Dr Ayan's One Minute Recharge
    26:33 Singing and changing the way you breathe
    29:01 Singing and COPD
    34:19 Four stages of pitch matching
    36:27 Finding your truth as a singer
    37:47 Singing and style envelopes
    40:15 Jeremy gets contentious

    Get Dr Ayan Panja's book (highly recommended) The Health Fix here https://amzn.to/49xGTUL


  • Dr Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher on misunderstandings, misconceptions and personal insights about breathing and breath management for singing. Untrue statements, pressed phonation, relentless twang, breathy versus leaky tone, everything is up for discussion. Plus five areas where we can control breathing, and details on using two contrasting airstreams at the same time (introducing the "Granny Kiss"...
    With research from Ian Howell and Heidi Moss Erickson on back pressure and brain function (used with permission)

    00:00:00 Breathe Out To Sing
    Personal insights on the misunderstood aspects of breath in vocal training

    00:03:31 Misconceptions About Breathing in Singing
    Discussing common misunderstandings and clarifying the role of breath in vocal technique

    00:07:20 Different names for Breath and Breath Management
    Why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work

    00:09:47 Vocal Fold Dynamics and Airflow
    Understanding the relationship between vocal folds, airflow, and sound production

    00:13:30 You must never... Jeremy gets annoyed
    When people try to explain something but make it worse

    00:18:37 The Artistry of Vocal Timbre and Dynamics
    The importance of varied vocal timbres and dynamics in expressive singing

    00:21:00 Calibration and Personalization in Vocal Technique
    Tailoring breath, pressure, and flow techniques to individual singers and styles

    00:23:42 A clear definition of "back pressure"
    Dr Ian Howell's take on back pressure and flow resistance

    00:28:16 Singing as predictive behaviour
    Heidi Moss Erickson on singing in the brain

    00:32:25 Calibrating your breathing
    Ideas and techniques for calibrating breathing as an experienced singer and as a beginner

    You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/

    Heidi Moss Erickson's article "A Copernican Shift: Reframing How We Think About Breathing" is downloadable here
    https://www.heidimosserickson.com/writings

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • Celebrating 90 episodes of our This Is A Voice Podcast! Dr Gillyanne Kayes & Jeremy Fisher share how they deal with a bad review - and this one's just plain rude.
    And they celebrate 20 years of their groundbreaking voice teacher Accreditation Programme.
    Welcome to This Is A Voice Season 9 Episode 1, the podcast where we get vocal about voice.
    00:00:00 – Stodgy & Humble – the dynamic duo of voice training
    00:01:20 – Unpacking a Cringe-worthy Review
    00:04:49 – Dealing with Criticism - a Catalyst for Discussion
    00:07:16 – Celebrating 20 years of Training Teachers
    00:09:59 – Creating the Accreditation + Our Guest Experts
    00:13:33 – Innovative Voice Teaching and Energy Exercises
    00:18:23 – Evolution of Voice Training Towards a Holistic Approach
    00:22:20 – Working With the Singer in the Room
    00:26:28 – Effects of Being on the Accreditation Programme
    00:30:39 – Embracing Cognitive Dissonance in the Learning Process
    00:33:42 – What Happens in a Mentoring Session
    00:37:18 – Why You Don’t Need To Know EVERYTHING
    00:39:24 – The Enduring Power of Curiosity in Voice Training

    Dive into this insightful episode to explore the intersection of voice mastery, personal growth, and the vibrant community of voice professionals. Whether you're a seasoned voice teacher or an aspiring vocal coach, there's something in this episode for everyone passionate about the art and science of voice. Stay curious and join us on this vocal journey!

    #VoiceTraining #VocalCoaching #SingingTeacher #

    We've also got this ↓

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/learning-lounge-level-2-deep-dive/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. https://www.cognitoforms.com/VocalProcess1/TheAccreditationProgramme

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!
    🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/Vocalprocess
    📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess
    📖 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vocalprocess

  • We're rounding off the year with our annual Best Of selection.
    We broadcast 20 episodes in 2023, so we divided them into four groups of five and got our listeners (and watchers on YouTube) to vote for their favourite episode in each group.
    Then we chose the "WildCard" fifth episode ourselves.

    We're introducing excerpts from each of the top five episodes as voted for by you.
    If you don't want to know which episodes we chose, look away now...

    Top episode from January-March - Season 7 Episode 5 with Kate Bassett, Vocal Surgery and Beyond part 1, Injury, signs and rehab

    Top episode from April-June - Season 7 Episode 10, Career Mentoring and Vocal Habilitation - secrets of our 1-1 private coaching revealed

    Top episode from June-October - Season 7 Episode 11 with Louise Gibbs, Authenticity in Singing, what is it and can it be taught?

    Top episode from October to December - Season 8 Episode 7 with Lisa Perks, Overcoming Vocal Shame - how teachers can support their singers

    The Wild Card - Season 8 Episode 5 with Anne Leatherland, Exploring Values & Beliefs in Teaching Voice

    Thank you for being with us in 2023. We'll be back in 2024 with a new series. See you there!
    Cheers, Jeremy & Dr Gillyanne


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    We've also got this ↓
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    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

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  • In This Is A Voice podcast S8 Ep8 Lisa Perks returns to talk about creating a safe space in the vocal studio for singers to discover their voice and individuality. Lisa shares with Dr Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher insights and techniques to nurture each singer on their vocal and emotional journey

    00:00 No room for shame
    01:32 Discussing the concept of good disagreement
    03:39 The power of asking 'Why?'
    04:50 Patient empowerment in medical contexts
    07:32 Research on the impact of shame on musicians
    11:18 Taking charge of what you do
    12:54 Creating safe spaces for singers
    17:26 The importance of singing for self-connection
    18:52 The changing role of singing teachers
    24:21 The importance of diagnosis in singing lessons
    29:32 Singing as therapy doing

    We're talking about:
    Empowering Individuality: Emphasizing the importance of seeing each singer as a unique individual and respecting their personal vocal journey.
    Creating Safe Spaces: Discussing the creation of a non-judgmental and supportive environment in vocal training sessions.
    The Role of Empathy in Coaching: Highlighting how understanding and empathy can enhance the teaching and learning experience in vocal arts.
    Navigating Disagreement Constructively: Exploring the concept of 'good disagreement' and its role in fostering healthy, open communication between teachers and students.
    Agency and Self-Awareness in Singers: Encouraging singers to own their journey, understand their voice, and express themselves authentically.
    Overcoming Vocal Challenges: Addressing how to positively navigate and learn from vocal injuries and other challenges faced by singers.
    Mental Health and Singing: Delving into the connection between singing, mental health, and the importance of addressing anxiety and depression in the music industry.
    The Evolving Role of Vocal Teachers: Examining how the role of vocal teachers is changing, moving towards a more holistic and individual-focused approach.
    The Therapeutic Power of Singing: Acknowledging the therapeutic aspects of singing and its impact on personal growth and self-discovery.
    Cultivating a Community of Respectful Listening: Discussing the responsibility of both teachers and students in creating a culture of respectful listening and mutual growth.

    It's a packed episode!
    #mentalhealth #vocalcoach #singer

    Find Lisa Perks at https://Epiphanyvocalstudio.com

    Book a coaching session with Jeremy or Gillyanne and explore what matters to you
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    We've also got this ↓
    The 12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching course online, with voice coaching techniques, vocal articulation exercises and a LOT more for the up-to-date singing teacher is here https://vocal-process-hub.teachable.com/p/12-hours-to-better-singing-teaching

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore

  • We're about to record our "Best of 2023" episode and YOU can help us choose.
    This mini-bonus episode of our This Is A Voice podcast contains four polls to help you choose your favourite episodes of 2023.
    There are 20 episodes to choose from and we've divided them into four groups of 5.

    POLL 1, January-April episodes https://forms.gle/7TsTsVcdVJpj5KZZ9

    POLL 2, April-June episodes https://forms.gle/TKmgRchZcynFURqm6

    POLL 3, June-October episodes https://forms.gle/A6oxVtdqesK4YdDG8

    POLL 4, October-December episodes https://forms.gle/XGY3MMFuS33iDaJb7

    Vote for your favourite episode in each group (so choose 4 episodes in total). We'll collect the votes and add one Wildcard episode of our own to make the Top Five of 2023, to be broadcast between Christmas and New Year.
    You can vote in each poll by following the links above, or email us at podcast @vocalprocess.co.uk

    We want to know which episodes you loved the most (so we can do more of them!).
    Cheers
    Jeremy and Dr Gillyanne

  • In This Is A Voice podcast S8 Ep7 we're diving into the sensitive topic of shame in the singing world. In this wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Gillyanne Kayes, Jeremy Fisher and special guest Lisa Perks, we explore how shame can shape and limit a singer's journey, regardless of their background.
    Whether you're an amateur vocational singer or a seasoned professional performer, you need to know about this crucial hidden aspect of vocal artistry.

    00:00 Shame used as a weapon
    01:41 Lisa's journey
    03:13 The impact of voice problems
    04:21 The role of shame in singing and teaching
    05:35 The impact of shame on singers
    06:45 How teachers can help manage shame
    08:17 The dangers of objectification in singing
    09:20 How shame in singing manifests
    10:46 "Name and shame"
    19:57 Social censorship
    25:59 The importance of compassion in teaching

    We'll be unpacking the impact of vocal shame in singing and how it can inhibit a singer's true potential.
    Guest insights from Lisa Perks about her personal journey with vocal shame and how it influenced her singing career.
    Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher provide their professional insights on how to navigate and overcome shame in singing, and how singing teachers and vocal coaches can shape and support a healthy, shame-free learning environment.
    Real-life anecdotes and strategies for singers to deal with and move beyond shame, enhancing their vocal expression.
    Fostering an environment of acceptance and understanding for all voices, regardless of genre or background.

    A must-listen episode for singers, singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders, essential for anyone in the vocal profession seeking to understand and overcome the barriers of shame.

    Find Lisa Perks at https://Epiphanyvocalstudio.com

    Here's Lisa's interview with John Henny https://johnhenny.com/episode-344-the-price-of-vocal-shame-with-lisa-perks/

    And here's a PDF of the article on Voice Shame by Tiri Bergesen Schei and Edvin Schei https://hvlopen.brage.unit.no/hvlopen-xmlui/bitstream/handle/11250/2596061/schei.pdf?sequence=4&isAllowed=y

    Book a coaching session with Jeremy or Gillyanne and explore what matters to you
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    We've also got this ↓
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    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

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  • Join us in an insightful and empowering episode with our Associate Trainer, singing teacher and life coach Anne Leatherland.
    In Season 8 Episode 6 Anne returns to share her unique approach to helping women find their voice, both literally and metaphorically, in professional settings.

    We discuss the challenges women face regarding voice perception in the workplace and explore strategies for communicating with confidence and impact.

    Voice is a key component of identity, and we discuss ways to align internal and external voices, and adapt to societal expectations without losing personal authenticity.
    It's a fascinating conversation

    00:00 Voice in the business community
    03:11 Problems for the female voice in business
    05:08 Woman Interrupted
    09:00 A voice is linked to a person
    12:53 Why should I change?
    17:33 Working against your goals
    19:11 Your vocal fingerprint
    20:50 Trusting yourself and confidence
    22:01 We have three voices
    26:33 Confidence for singers

    Find Anne and VocalIntuition here https://anneleatherland.co.uk/
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Vocalintuition
    LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/anneleatherland
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/anne.leatherland/

    The Woman Interrupted App http://www.womaninterruptedapp.com/en/

    Book a coaching session with Jeremy or Gillyanne and explore what matters to you
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    We've also got this ↓
    The 12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching course online, with voice coaching techniques, vocal articulation exercises and a LOT more for the up-to-date singing teacher is here https://vocal-process-hub.teachable.com/p/12-hours-to-better-singing-teaching

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. Sign up for the Vocal Process newsletter https://vocalprocess.co.uk/news-and-media/freebies/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

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  • In This Is A Voice podcast S8 Ep5 we dive into the fascinating world of values and beliefs with our special guest, Anne Leatherland of Vocal Intuition. We discuss how understanding your values can transform your teaching and coaching, help you to align with your true self and move your career towards a life that’s more fulfilling and enjoyable.

    Anne Leatherland started her professional life as a chemistry teacher. As a recreational singer she had no qualifications and did not go to “music college”. But a sense of her own values and determination led her through a singing diploma to singing teacher, training with VocalProcess and now co-teaching with us on our Accreditation Programme.

    • 00:00 Introducing Anne Leatherland of Vocal Intuition.
    • 01:03 From teaching chemistry to teaching singing
    • 03:33 Embracing failure as improvement.
    • 06:17 Vocal Toolkit mentoring beginner teachers.
    • 08:56 Aligning beliefs with personal values.
    • 11:03 Moving from being “right” to “helpful”
    • 12:23 How your core values influence your life.
    • 18:35 How “beliefs” can shape our actions.
    • 22:48 How “beliefs” can conflict with core values.
    • 24:18 Transforming your life & career with your values
    • 25:21 Tackling beliefs & values in the Accreditation Programme.
    • 26:29 The importance of listening
    • 27:36 Invitation

    This episode explores the deep connections between personal values, beliefs, and effective teaching, shedding light on how understanding and aligning these aspects can lead to transformative growth in both teaching and life. Anne Leatherland's insights provide valuable guidance for educators and coaches in the field of voice training. Join us for an inspiring journey of self-discovery and professional development.

    Find Anne and VocalIntuition here https://anneleatherland.co.uk/
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Vocalintuition
    LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/anneleatherland
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/anne.leatherland/

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    We've also got this ↓
    The 12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching course online, with voice coaching techniques, vocal articulation exercises and a LOT more for the up-to-date singing teacher is here https://vocal-process-hub.teachable.com/p/12-hours-to-better-singing-teaching

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson.
    Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    If you want to discover if our singing teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process for joining Cohort24. Sign up for the Vocal Process newsletter https://vocalprocess.co.uk/news-and-media/freebies/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's got a 4.9star rating
    Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251
    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

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  • Today we're asking the question "What matters to you?" Do you already know, or do you need time to think about it?
    As singing teacher and vocal coach we can direct our careers to include doing what we love and what matters to us.
    In this episode we share the important things in our lives, what we MUST do for our own peace of mind. The parts of our individual careers that bring us joy.
    What brings you joy? Answers on a postcard...

    0:00 Aiming your career
    1:47 What matters to Jeremy - piano playing
    3:10 NOT playing piano in the masterclass
    5:05 What Jeremy listens for in new singers
    8:43 Confidence as a teacher
    11:30 What matters to Gillyanne - working with voices
    14:01 What is curiosity?
    18:24 Working with students over several years
    19:23 Our Teacher Pathway
    20:29 The joy of collaboration
    24:04 Gillyanne and the academic brain
    27:15 Values and the Accreditation Programme






  • She's back! Social media expert and app lover Karen Michaels shares her favourite tools for your singing studio

    We explore finding your "voice" (your social media persona) and how to write your value statement in 1 hour.
    Analysing who you love working with and shifting your business to embrace them.
    How to coach a song even when you've not heard it before.
    And Karen shares her three best apps for helping you in the singing studio.

    It's a cracking episode and we're rocking and rolling!

    0:00 Finding your voice

    3:43 Jeremy’s favourite clients

    5:07 Karen does a shoutout

    6:55 Teaching songs we don’t know

    8:21 AI tools – EVITA

    11:15 AI tools – MOISES

    12:32 Erol Singer’s Studio

    13:37 Your artist versus your librarian

    15:31 Humanity’s job

    17:23 Singing teacher’s job is changing

    20:38 What Karen loves to do

    Karen's given our podcast listeners a VERY generous 50% discount on her sessions! Use this link only https://cal.com/butterflysinger/vocal-process-digital-marketing

    And here's the link to sign up for
    Karen's newsletter https://socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/

    EVITA.ai https://www.evita.ai/

    MOISES.ai https://moises.ai/products/

    Erol Singer’s Studio https://www.erolstudios.com/index.html

    Jeremy's article about the Artist and Librarian - https://vocalprocess.co.uk/feeding-your-inner-artist-and-your-cataloguer/

    Book a coaching session with Jeremy or Gillyanne
    https://drgillyannekayesjeremyfisherinspirationsession.as.me/

    We've also got this! ↓

    The 12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching course online, with voice coaching techniques, vocal articulation exercises and a LOT more for the up-to-date singing teacher is here https://vocal-process-hub.teachable.com/p/12-hours-to-better-singing-teaching

    For the best self-guided learning, check out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson. Click on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    Sign up for the Vocal Process newsletter https://vocalprocess.co.uk/news-and-media/freebies/

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal, written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!

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  • Social media expert Karen Michaels joins us for a fascinating discussion on the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the world of singing, voice education and singing teacher marketing.

    Karen shares her wealth of knowledge on harnessing the power of apps and AI in your socials. We’re chatting about the importance of authenticity in your online presence, avoiding burnout on social media and curating your feeds to create a positive and inspiring online environment for yourself.

    Karen’s sharing her real-life experiences (including being our own social media manager) with tips on connecting with your audience and staying ahead of the curve.

    Whether you’re a seasoned voice professional with a large following, or just getting started in the world of voice training, you need to watch this episode!

    Don’t forget to like, subscribe and leave your comments below. What do you think of AI in the world of singing and singing teaching?

    0:00 The 1st blooper from Jeremy
    2.12 Why AI for social media?
    5:04 What is AI?
    6:22 AI for social media?
    8:19 Is it cheating? How to use AI right
    12:09 How can we tell how good your teaching is?
    17:01 Planning and the chickens!
    20:52 Social media and burnout
    22:26 Curating your social media feeds

    Karen's podcast Your Creative GPS https://www.podpage.com/your-creative-gps/

    The Social Butterfly Group https://www.facebook.com/thesocialbutterflygroup/

    We're on the NATSCast list! https://www.nats.org/NATSCast.html

    Jeremy’s ChatGPT video on YouTube https://youtu.be/Yd0t9fP7JPU?si=7Sor_4-acgxlt2Bp

    We've also got this! ↓ For real
    1-1 attention on your own voice, book a voice coaching session in the singing
    studio with Jeremy or Gillyanne https://DrGillyanneKayesJeremyFisherInspirationSession.as.me/

    The 12 Hours to Better Singing Teaching
    course online, with voice coaching techniques, vocal articulation exercises and
    a LOT more for the up-to-date singing teacher is here https://vocal-process-hub.teachable.com/p/12-hours-to-better-singing-teaching

    For the best self-guided learning, check
    out the Vocal Process Learning Lounge - 22 years of vocal coaching resources
    (over 600 videos) for less than the price of one private singing lesson. Click
    on the link and choose a Level https://vocalprocess.co.uk/learning-lounge/

    If you want to discover if our singing
    teacher training programme works for YOU, message us - we can share the process
    for joining Cohort23.

    Sign up for the Vocal Process newsletter
    https://vocalprocess.co.uk/news-and-media/freebies/

    Get the One Minute Voice Warmup app here, it's
    got a 4.9star rating Appstore https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/one-minute-voice-warmup/id1212802251

    Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.speechtools.warmup&hl=en_GB

    Check out our brand new Voice Journal,
    written with Rayvox's Oren Boder https://www.rayvox.co.uk/products/voice-journal?ref=VOCALPROCESS

    Find us - follow us on the socials!

    🐦 Twitter -