All Things Vocal Podcast

Tempo, Key, Articulation & Why They Matter For Singing a Gazillion Lyrics

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Today's topic covers different aspects important to singing a lyric-intensive song well. Listen to this podcast episode for tips about choosing tempos, keys and articulation for best singing and songwriting, especially when it comes to songs with lots of lyrics.
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If you’d like help with finding your best tempo, key, lyrics 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:
Choosing Tempo 
Choosing Keys
Singing and Songwriting Choices for Articulation Factors
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
beats per minute (definition of bpm in music)
'Another Hundred People' video with Liz Callaway 

Is Your Music Visible? My Chat With Denise Wakeman

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Today I interview Denise Wakeman… internet marketing strategist, blogging expert and globe traveler. Listen to this episode to hear tips on how to increase your music's fanbase by becoming more visible!
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About Denise:
Denise Wakeman has been working online since 1996. She has become a highly respected expert on blogging, social networking, email and online marketing. She teaches, trains and consults with a holistic approach to building businesses with targeted audiences on the web. Denise doesn’t just teach… she’s done it. She has created a powerful, visible presence by using the tools and teaching others to do the same. In the music business, becoming visible means being FINDABLE by those who would love our music. I created the All Things Vocal blog in 2006 with Denise’s training.
For more help with increasing your internet visibility, find Denise at
www.DeniseWakeman.com
Check out her special post on building your internet platform:
www.DeniseWakeman.com/platform
Topics we discussed include:
Introduction to Denise
Understanding fans as customers
The importance of getting found by your audience
Taking action to reboot unsuccessful online efforts.
The importance of publishing consistent content
Creating the know, like & trust factor as music makers
Types of content you can create and share on social media
Visibility strategy for artists on media shows and large events
How to create online relationships with fans
Why an artist should create a blog
Blogging with multimedia content
The importance of creating your own online real estate, capturing emails
Traveling tips – the importance of being kind
Music experience Denise had in her global travels
What is changing for internet marketing
The importance of experimenting with online apps
Identifying your ideal fans
Tips for discerning your music career path
Deeply connecting by sharing your story
What Denise saw Elton John and Bernie Taupin do 
If you want the best vocal training so you have the best performances to take to market, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.

How Imagination Runs Singing & Speaking Voice

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Today's topic is your imagination and your voice. Listen to this podcast episode to understand how you need to enlist your creative imagination to sing and speak with impactful magic.
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
Premeditating a conversation
Choosing your sound
Imagining you're someone else
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Vocal tone
Harmony
To whom are you talking

Three Keys To Unlock Your Most Powerful Voice

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Today's topic is singing and speaking vocal power. Listen to this podcast episode for three core keys that unlock your most powerful voice.
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If you’d like help with increasing the power of your voice without strain, 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:
Breath compression
Open throat
Laser-focused intentionality
Putting it all together
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
Slurred articulation (video)
Vocal fry
Open throat
Delivering messages
Power, Path & Performance vocal training

My Vocal Gratitude List

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Today's topic is Vocal Gratitude. Listen to this podcast episode to learn some things my voice is thankful for. These things have affected my ability to teach effectively, so they might end up on your list, too!
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Links mentioned in this podcast include:
My vocal damage experience
Trading contemporary and classical vocal lessons with Mark Thress
John and Judy Rodman's album 'Here We Are'
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Be Smart About Streaming Your Music

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Today's topic is Music Streaming Services. Listen to this podcast episode for tips to choose the best places to stream your music to get it heard and get paid.
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Links mentioned in this podcast contain in-depth reviews and infographics on streaming services:
US Streaming Royalties Explained
Best Music Streaming Services Based On In-Depth Reviews
This podcast episode was written by Carlos Silva. Many thanks!

How Great Voices Make Strategic Use Of Space

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Today's topic is how great voices use space. Listen to this podcast episode to learn the different ways singers and speakers can benefit from various uses of spaces, commas, breaths and silence.
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If you’d like help with delivering stronger, more interesting and compelling vocal performances or with 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:
Separating run on sentences
Separating vocal and instrumental practice
Allowing space without filling
Embracing periodic silence
Disconnecting Completely
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran
I'm Not Getting Married Today
Kristen Chenoweth: Breathe From Your Hoo Hoo
Beyonce': Halo
Lady Gaga: Star Spangled Banner
Getting Your Voice Back Exercises
Power, Path & Performance vocal training on disc
Penatonix: Sound of Silence

Interview With Alexander Technique Practitioner Peter Jacobson

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Today I interview Alexander Technique Practitioner Peter Jacobson. Listen to this episode to learn about this healing work created originally by Australian Frederick Mattias Alexander, and learn some fascinating things about how you can cooperate with your design to do all kinds of things better... including singing!
Peter is the Founder and Executive Director of Total Vocal Freedom, the world’s largest online Alexander Technique learning community. He is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, conductor, music educator and an AmSAT-certified (American Society of the Alexander Technique) teacher of the Alexander Technique. He discovered the Alexander Technique over 13 years ago after suffering from back pain and tendinitis while pursuing his music studies. Jacobson has earned advanced degrees in Conducting from the University of Illinois, the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University and is a Certified Transformative Coach (Michael’s Neill Supercoach Academy Europe – Class of 2019).
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Subjects covered in this episode include:
What Alexander Technique is.
Peter's three-part formula for artistry... desire + coordination + technique.
How desire and intention change outcome in both Peter's and my work with students.
The elusive 'quick fix' for laryngitis or other vocal issues; instant help and life-long improvement with experimentation, curiosity and deeper learning.
How Alexander fixed his voice.
Judy's story of vocal recovery.
Conquering guarding stance and fear with freedom of choice.
Coordination = cooperating with our design.
Curiosity: Getting slow and being observant.
Using tools of anatomy (the truth about the design) and imagery (mind pictures to direct anatomy) for vocal training. 
Why Alexander Technique prefers to use thinking vs feeling.
The importance of freely moving joints for the voice.
Changing conception by changing perception, such as using the balance pad, Bosu ball or trampoline.
Hands: touch communication. How teachers can use hands to help the student hold on to a new idea a little longer.
Why the happy voice needs happy feet! (Who knew?)
How we can help the voice heal itself by harnassing our innate intelligence
The kindness in our design, the kindness we need to show ourselves.
Links mentioned in this podcast include:
If you'd like to do some training in Alexander Technique, Peter is offering my listeners a special deal, available at this link: https://www.totalvocalfreedom.com/atv