All Things Vocal Podcast

Why You Should NOT Sing From Your Diaphragm

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is: Why you shouldn't sing from your diaphragm. Listen to this podcast episode to discover why this mistaken concept is wrong and dangerous for the voice, and where you should power your voice from instead.
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If you’d like help with powering your voice in a healthy, effective way, 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:
Where the diaphragm is located and what it is connected to in the bodyWhat happens when you try to 'sing from the diaphragm', and how it can hurt your voiceWhat to do instead to power your voice in a healthy way that unlocks vocal improvement and impactLinks mentioned in this podcast include:
Diaphragmatic breathing... a dangerous concept 

How To Conquer Adolescent Male Vocal Strain

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis Conquering Adolescent Male Vocal Strain. Listen to this podcastepisode for tips to successfully sing through the teenage male voice change.
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If you’d like helpwith vocal strain or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performancevocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
 Subjects covered in this episode include:Changing songs and keysPowering your voice for best controlKeeping Articulation clear to loosen tight throatWatching your speaking voice techniqueSinging through the voice changeWhen you need help

Singing Scared - The Ironic Danger of Guarded Voice

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis Singing Scared. Listen to this podcastepisode to understand why guarding the voice can actually cause vocal problems to get worse, and what to do instead.
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If you’d like helpwith vocal strain, vocal performance anxiety or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performancevocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
Subjects covered in this episodeinclude:
Diagnosing trigger events for scared singingHow hormones activate the vocally counterproductive fight or flight responseHow this response causes loss of vocal abilityThe crisis of vocal confidence that followsTwo keys for turning vocal fear into fearlessnessCase studiesPower, Path and Performance vocal training and how it can helpLinksmentioned in this podcast include:
Stage Fright - What it isRaising and Lowering the Larynx - Should You?Adele's 2016 Grammy performanceHow My Damaged Voice Came Back

Lessons From The Remarkable Voice of Chris Stapleton

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is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic
is a study of the voice of Chris Stapleton. Listen to this podcast
episode to discover lessons singers can learn from this iconicly successful voice.
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podcast at iTunes and don't miss an episode... and please leave a
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with your voice, 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
Maintaining flexibly tall posture Lightening middle voice mix for rich, strain-free soundPulling instead of pushing for powerDrop technique for effectFind a great background singerGive the voice access to movementSupport the ends of linesThe importance of active facial languageFor increased power, back off pressure, add passionAvoiding vocal health perils of the roadDon't be afraid to do it your wayMake music that makes the world a better place.Links
mentioned in this podcast include:
CBS Morning's Saturday Sessions performance of "Fire Away"NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert performance of "The Difference Between Whiskey and You"Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake duet on 2015 CMA Vocal Stamina for the RoadJudy Rodman vocal training 

30 Studio Singer Saboteurs

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is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic
is 30 studio saboteurs. Listen to this podcast
episode to learn what to avoid if you want to perform and capture best vocals in the studio. 
The discussion lists 5 saboteurs to avoid in each of the following categories: Producer, Vocal Producer, Audio Engineer, Background singer, Lead Singer and Anybody Else who comes into the studio.
For much more help getting great studio vocals, here are links to the two courses mentioned in this podcast:Singing In The Studio (for singers)Vocal Production Workshop (for producers and engineers)Subscribe to this
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Chiropractic, Wellness, Voice: Interview with Dr. Dwaine Allison

Thisis the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topicis chiropractic, wellness and the voice; my interview with Dr. Dwaine Allison. Listen to this podcastepisode for insight, stretching exercises and practical tips to support and free your voice, from an expert resource - a doctor who sings!
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If you’d like helpwith vocal strain tension, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performancevocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses. Chiropractic, Feldenkrais and Alexander Technique practitioners can also provide valuable help.
Subjects covered in this episodeinclude:
Dr. Allison's beginning in music before becoming chiropractor
How chiropractor and vocal coach got together.How Dr. Allison's chiropractic and wellness work helps the voice. He assesses, recommends changes and improves the general health of the body which houses the voice.The 7 pillars of wellness he addresses: Exercise, Posture, Nutrition, Hydration, Rest and relaxation, Mental state, Neurological condition.Assessment of the patient to determine strategy of improvement. Getting rid of bad habits, unloading baggage, taking your foot of the brake so you can go forward. Checking posture, and how both chiro and vocal coach do this.Windows to your health that Dr. Allison checks, including the vital state of your posture. What forward leaning posture does to sabotage health, just as it sabotages the voice by interfering with open throat and breath control.How Dr. Allison works to change aligment. Strategies in addition to chiropractic that he uses including frequency therapies and chi gong.We discussed the diagphragm and the lungs, also the torso, pelvic, cervical and thoracic vertebrae. We got into the trigeminal nerve, the jaw including tension in the platysma and how to release it.He takes us through a few wonderful, very effective stretches to counteract  specific areas of tension. You'll find yourself moving with the discussion!How awareness helps change things.Feldenkrais and Alexander technique and how they can increase muscular efficiency.About Dr. Allison:
Dr. Dwaine Allison, has been in private practice since graduating from Texas Chiropractic College in 1985. He has given some three quarters of a million individual treatments. His first in Tyler and Ft. Worth, Texas, and now in Franklin Tennessee, where I am among his devoted patients. Born legally blind, he has overcome huge hurdles in his life to become a well-respected Chiropractor, public speaker, and singer/songwriter/performer.
His care is effective for those who have chronic pain and all kinds of disabilities and other issues; He also delivers high performance care to musicians, runners, martial artists and other athletes.  The multiple protocols in which he is certified in include:
Acupuncture (both with and without needles)Treating "The Injured Musician" Medical Qi Gong"Athletes In Industry",Corporate Wellness & Accident Prevention... And so much more
Dr. Allison is a true community leader. Check out his website to see the organizations who have him on their Boards, the positions he has held including district president for the Texas and Tennessee Chiropractic associations, his appearances on TV and radio, and the incredible volunteer and educational work he has done. Some of his ‘other’ interests include marathon running, guitar, songwriting, hiking, chess, table tennis, travel, foreign language and culture, human development and empowerment, public speaking, writing, unicycling, and martial arts!
He and his equally amazing wife Rita have 6 children, some of whom have studied voice with me. I had the pleasure of producing an album of his original music. He is a truly gifted and insightful healer and the things I've learned from him over the years have helped make me a better and more effective vocal coach for you! 
Dr. Allison's office is in Franklin, Tn. Learn more and contact him at his website http://www.franklinchiropractic.net. 

Ear to Larynx - What the Voice Learns From Listening

This
is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com, written by vocal coach Judy Rodman.
Today's topic
is Ear to Larynx... What the voice learns from listening skills. Listen to this podcast
episode to find out how your ears, brain and voice can work together for quicker results in gaining vocal ability.
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podcast at iTunes and don't miss an episode... and please leave a
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If you’d like help
with listening skills 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:
How to listen more actively - pointing the ear to articulation, tone, volume, pitch, phrasing and rhythmHow the ear directs the voicePractical advice for the listening voice
Links
mentioned in this podcast include:
vocal tonemuddy articulationpitch problems The mime exercise

Making A Career in Voiceover: Interview With Linda Bruno

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the career of voiceover, and includes my interview with renown New York-based voiceover talent Linda Bruno. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what goes into creating a successful career in the field of voiceover, from an insider who has done it. 
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There is nothing like speaking with a master of any art, and Linda's career credits speaks to her mastery of not only the art of voiceover, but the business as well. And to top it off, she continues to train her voice in the endless pursuit of higher levels of ability, and protection from strain. It is my great pleasure to work with her every week from her office to mine, over Skype.Some of the topics we discussed include:What the preferred term for her line of work is.The trip to Miami with her father when she was 18 and the kindness of a pro that lit the fire for Linda's voiceover career. The current state of business for skilled voiceover talent, and what Linda does to stay competitive in the field. What it means to work union (SAG-AFTRA) vs non-union.The really fun stuff: How Linda met Meryl Streep backstage while working the She Awards at Radio City Music Hall.The not-fun stuff: How she deals with difficult clients who don't know what they want.What it means to be a professional with a great reputation in this field.How improv classes can be helpful for honing voiceover skills.How acting can help with message delivery in voiceover as well as singing performance.Why Linda still takes vocal lessons.Why Linda believes it's no longer necessary to have an ISDN line for voiceover work.Her practical advice for those interested in developing a professional career as voiceover talent. More about Linda Bruno:
Her website is www.LindaBruno.com. She can be contacted there.
From voicing promos for National networks to making you laugh with character voices to providing your pharmaceutical or banking information over the phone, Linda Bruno has been tagged a renaissance woman. Linda’s voice is used daily for Television, Radio, and multimedia formats all over the world. Currently she is the voice of HSN – Home Shopping Network, Disney Jr for South East Asia, Fandango, The Weather Channel as well as the voice of “Alex” for United Airlines’ website.  Her specialties include retail spots and auto dealerships. More Credits: Walmart, Pfizer, Disney Asia, HSN, The Weather Channel, Fandango, United Airlines, TLC – The Learning Channel, CNBC, CNBC Asia, CNN, Stride Gum, VH1, Nickelodeon, Verizon, Costco, McDonalds, AT&T, Kraft Foods. Various radio and TV stations across the country. Local and Regional auto dealerships including Mercedes Benz, Acura, Jaguar, Kia, Chevy, VW, Lexus, Honda and more. Remember you can find me and my services for your voice, as well as contact me, at www.JudyRodman.com