Balancing Vocal Technique & Storytelling with GSA's Head of Singing

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🎭 In this powerful episode of This Is A Voice, we welcome back Kevin Michael Cripps, Head of Singing at Guildford School of Acting (GSA), for a deep conversation about the real challenges - and the hidden joys - of training musical theatre performers today.

💬 From breaking down the myth of "giving 100%" to building stamina, challenging beliefs, decoding "mix", and supporting students' mental wellbeing, this is a masterclass in voice education. 
Kevin, Jeremy, and Gillyanne get honest about what it takes to teach sustainably, integrate acting with technique, and prepare students for an evolving industry.

Whether you're a singer, teacher, coach, or student, you'll find something in this episode that resonates. Expect laughter, truth bombs, and a few gentle rants.
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00:00 The Give-it-all myth debunked
01:01 Calibration - vocal and dramatic sweet spot
02:00 Building stamina - Jeremy's personal story
05:50 Why Plan B might save your voice
07:16 Beliefs can sabotage your singing
12:06 What great teachers actually do
13:58 That moment you hear more than E5
15:43 When students start coaching themselves
17:34 What's heartbreaking? "I can't sing a high Bb"
21:15 What's the story behind the sound?
23:55 Stop teaching exercises in a vacuum
27:03 Congrats on your mix, now WHY?
31:35 What singing education needs next
37:30 The role of a drama college today

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