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Monday Apr 22, 2019
Interview With Veteran Live Performance Coach Diane Kimbrough - Part1
Monday Apr 22, 2019
Monday Apr 22, 2019
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is my interview with Diane Kimbrough. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to improve your live performances, your confidence on stage and your audience impact. You'll also learn how Diane's performance coaching and my vocal coaching work together in a synergy that supports instead of confuses our artist clients.
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If you’d like help with live performance, contact Diane at her website http://dianekimbrough.com/. For help with any vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
Diane's background & experience
Explanation of what live performance coaching is.
How Diane uses her dance and acting experience in her coaching.
Defining stage presence.
How Diane and I work synergistically to increase stage and vocal abilities.
The value of getting live performance coaching before recording final studio vocals.
How both of us work on focusing message delivery.
Diane's coaching strategy of videotaping performance and playing it back without sound.
A vital understanding Diane wants artists to get out of her coaching sessions: The song itself - the structure of the music and the lyrics - should largely dictate stage movement. How that goes with my vocal training.
How to figure out who your voice needs to represent in any song.
Diane and I discuss and solve our disparate ways of approaching and coaching authenticity. We discuss what is and is not 'real', how to use acting techniques to make the moment real for the audience even when it's not real for you.
Why you don't need to freak out at the thought of acting.
Case study about an artist we both successfully worked with who had a serious eating disorder and issues with 'feeling' emotion.
How critical voices and situations like bad-fitting heels affect confidence on stage. Knowledge brings power.
Case study about another of our artists who we helped go from serious insecurity to up & coming artist catching serious career fire.
Diane says it's best to have some stage experience before booking coaching sessions.
Ways Diane asks clients to practice what they learn from her. Written homework is assigned, along with continual videotaping and silent viewing to review how audiences see you.
The importance of separating singing and stage movement practice. Why you should put your guitar down and try singing without it.
How that same strategy - separate practice - is a wise way to practice vocal technique.
Diane and I bat around the concept of singing to the one heart. We use different words for the same thing... Diane calls it having a conversation on a melodic line.
PLEASE NOTE: There was so much we shared I decided to split the interview. This is Part 1. Listen to Part 2, on the episode following this one.
About Diane Kimbrough:
As an actress, dancer, and choreographer, Diane’s career has taken her to Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East where she has directed and choreographed live shows for companies including IBM, Kawasaki, NCR, Chevrolet, Texaco, and Suzuki. She herself has appeared on stage & television with an array of stars from Garth Brooks to the L.A. Dodgers.Her work has appeared on every major television network. She has staged a wide array of events from ABC’s “Monday Night Football” promo to “The All-American Thanksgiving Day Parade” for CBS. Diane is a veteran of eight seasons of the CMAs (Country Music Association Awards), staging such knockout numbers as Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochie”, Brad Paisley’s “Online” and Shania Twain’s “I’m Outta Here” and “Any Man of Mine”.Managers and record labels, including Arista, Atlantic, Capitol, Columbia, Epic, Mercury, RCA and Sony as well as a host of indie labels, have hired Diane to coach their emerging artists as well as top-selling stars. Her clients include solo artists, vocal groups and bands of any genre. Diane’s philosophy… “Create an experience and you’ve created a fan.”Contact her at http://dianekimbrough.com
Tuesday Jan 22, 2019
Singing and Creating Harmony
Tuesday Jan 22, 2019
Tuesday Jan 22, 2019
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Harmony. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to sing and create harmony parts.
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If you’d like help with singing or creating harmony, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
The power of harmony
How to pick a part
How to train for harmony singing
Some examples of great harmony
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Flyte Three
Simon and Garfunkel
Bohemian Rhapsody
Africa by the band Toto
Emmylou Harris
Alison Krauss and Union Station - Down To The River (live)
HearFones
The Judds - Grandpa
Wynonna - She Is His Only Need
Pentatonix - Havana
Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choir
The Hall Sisters - Beginning To See The Light
Wednesday Aug 01, 2018
Interview With Rick Barker - Part 2
Wednesday Aug 01, 2018
Wednesday Aug 01, 2018
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's episode is the 2nd part of my interview with Rick Barker… music business mastermind and artist development hero. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for creating and growing a successful music business.
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you want the best vocal training proven to maximize vocal ability and conquer strain, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
When an artist is ready for a good manager and booking agent. How to understand why you need to be making enough money to make it win-win.
Why you educate yourself to get to that point.
How to protect yourself from bitterness and self-pity which stops your progress.
The strategy of re-thinking and using labels as joint ventures.
The singles game.
Building your own buzz.
How to create fan engagement on social media (great tactics)
Why you shouldn't spend a ton of money on Billboard radio station promotion.
Spotify, soundcloud
How to earn people's attention
Rick's book and courses
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
www.RickBarker.com
Wednesday Jul 25, 2018
Interview With Music Biz Mastermind Rick Barker - Part 1
Wednesday Jul 25, 2018
Wednesday Jul 25, 2018
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Rick Barker… a highly successful music mogul and mentor who teaches artists to be successful with their careers.. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for creating and growing a successful music business.
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio and many other podcast apps. Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you want the best vocal training proven to maximize vocal ability and conquer strain, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
Rick's work as former manager of Taylor Swift and promoter, consultant for Big Machine Records.
Artist development includes communication skills.
The importance of vocal health and vocal training for successful careers.
The mindshift necessary to go from hobbyist to serious artist.
Rick's strategy of interaction for music business success... how musicians, songwriters, vocalists, social media masters can engage and help each other.
The mistake of not registering your music. There is now $1.6 billion of unclaimed music royalties.
Steps to take for studying and developing multiple streams of monetary transactions.
Smart places to prioritize and invest your money in your career.
The importance of processing mechanical and sync licenses.
What major labels are looking for, what they are good and bad at doing. 360 deals.
How money flows to artists and labels. How to create a win-win.
TV talent shows and specific strategic steps you can take to make them work for you.
The importance of songwriting to artist development
We discussed pop artist icon Mat Kearney and new country artist Preston James
The wisdom of patience and not rushing the artistic formation process.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
www.RickBarker.com
Rick's podcast
Newspaper article on Scott Borchetta and MTM Records
Saturday May 19, 2018
How to Succeed at Life, Love & Songwriting - Interview With Dallas Frazier
Saturday May 19, 2018
Saturday May 19, 2018
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today I interview Dallas Frazier… legendary songwriter. Listen to this All Things Vocal podcast episode to get insider tips for navigating a successful songwriting career, as well as finding personal success and satisfaction, living and learning along the way.
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you want help to you sing your own songs, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
His early start in Bakersfield, California, working with Ferlin Husky, signing as artist with Capital Records at 14 years old, writing his own material.
How he experienced working on TV with a well-rounded 'out of the box' band and learning to love more than one style of music.
Marrying Sharon, the love of his life, at 18 years old. They have been together ever since (she was right there on the couch as we talked)
How he wrote some of his iconic songs such as Ally Oop. It reached #1 on the charts 58 years ago, and is still played today. Dallas wrote it at the cotton gin where he was working at the time.
Making the move with Ferlin to Nashville, and his incredible hit-writing success there.
Dallas's battle with alcoholism. His journey into Christian ministry, his battle with perfectionism and how he found new balance, wisdom and joy.
Now writing again, better than ever, he and I discuss writing for the market as opposed to the heart, and the balance needed there.
We finished with Dallas offering some very important insight from his life for those who want to become successful songwriters.
My deepest gratitude to Ginny, and to Dallas for his friendship and support, as well as this interview for us all!
Dallas Frazier bio highlights:
Hit song credits include: Elvira, Ally Oop, There Goes My Everything, If My Heart Had Windows, All I Have To Offer You Is Me, Beneath Still Waters, Will You Visit Me On Sundays, Fourteen Carat Mind, What's Your Mama's Name, Mohair Sam, The Son of Hickory Hollow's Tramp and tons more.
His songs topped country chart as well as landed in the pop charts, he also had some R&B success with songs such as 'Big Mable Murphy' cut by Diana Ross as well as Brook Benton.
In 1994 Keith Richards and George Jones did a duet on Dallas' song 'Say It's Not You'.
'There Goes My Everything' won CMA's 'Song of the Year' in 1966.
'Elvira' won BMI 'Country Song of the Year' in 1966.
Artists who cut Dallas Frazier 'tribute albums' (all songs written by Dallas) include George Jones and Connie Smith.
Dallas was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1976
Country Music Hall Of Fame honored Dallas by featuring him in their 'Poets & Prophets Salute'.
There is a documentary being produced by Brian Oxley, projected to be finished by summer of 2018.
Tuesday Jan 23, 2018
Career Saving Tips to Protect Your Voice From a Hit Song - Part 2
Tuesday Jan 23, 2018
Tuesday Jan 23, 2018
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today is the second part of my 2 part series... career saving tips to protect your voice from a hit song. Listen to this podcast episode for 7 more strategies to help your voice survive the increased performance demands that come with vocal career success!
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you’d like more information to protect your singing and speaking voice, signup for my newsletter and get my 5 page vocal health report. See the signup box at www.judyrodman.com.
Suggestions covered in this episode include:
Nourish your body like your voice is attached
Workout like a pre-game athlete
Avoid voice saboteurs
Rehearse with and use in-ear monitors
Stay in touch with your vocal coach
Be prepared for the emotional ride
Know what to do about laryngitis
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Take care lifting free weights
Quit smoking
Shania Twain losing her voice to Lyme Disease
In-ear monitors - don't just use one
Doing vocal exercises wrong
What to do about laryngitis
Pre-show nutrition
www.judyrodman.com
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
Career Saving Tips to Protect Your Voice From a Hit Song - Part 1
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is 5 career saving tips to protect your voice from a hit song, part 1. _______. Listen to this podcast episode for 5 strategies to help your voice survive the increased performance demands that come with vocal career success!
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you’d like more information to protect your singing and speaking voice, signup for my newsletter and get my 5 page vocal health report. See the signup box at www.judyrodman.com.
Suggestions covered in this episode include:
Control your breath for vocal health
Sing like it's the first time to activate fresh fire even when you're weary
Limit and control your speaking voice
Rest wisely
Increase and monitor your hydration
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
laryngopharyngeal reflux
Spasmodic Dysphonia
pulling technique
www.judyrodman.com
Tuesday Oct 31, 2017
Riding Boogie Boards and Music Careers
Tuesday Oct 31, 2017
Tuesday Oct 31, 2017
This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is Boogie Boarding and Music Careers. Listen to this podcast episode to find out how good boogie boarding is like riding the waves of a good music career.
This podcast is now playing at iTunes , Google Play, TuneIn Radio, . Subscribe and don't miss an episode... and please leave a review where you like to listen! REVIEWS ARE MUCH NEEDED and APPRECIATED!
If you’d like help getting your voice ready for studio or stage, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and in courses, including the professional pre-production course Singing In The Studio.
Subjects covered in this episode include:
Areas
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Power, Path and Performance vocal training courses
Studio Vocal Producer
Singing in the Studio