The Voice Teacher Podcast
Become a stellar voice teacher and grow your singing studio! Learn from world class voice experts what it takes to be a truly great voice teacher. Gain science backed insight into the voice and learn from those with decades of experience.
Episodes
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In this episode of the Voice Teacher Podcast, host Aimee Geddes interviews Julie D'Alessandro, who shares her personal journey of teaching through trauma after her mother's stroke. Julie discusses the challenges of maintaining her voice teaching business while being a primary caregiver, emphasizing the importance of normalcy, adaptability, and the support of her community. She offers valuable insights on how to keep teachin...
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In this episode of The Voice Teacher Podcast, host Aimee Geddes welcomes opera singer and voice teacher George Dyer. They discuss George's extensive travels as a performer, including a memorable experience singing Nessun Dorma on the Great Wall of China. George shares insights about his show in Branson, Missouri, and the transition from a full-time opera career to a more family-oriented lifestyle. He emphasizes the importan...
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In this episode of the Voice Teacher Podcast, Aimee Geddes interviews Jefferson Tuke, the owner and frontman of Groove Merchants, a successful corporate event and wedding band. Jefferson shares his journey from a boy band singer to running a thriving business, discussing the challenges of managing a band, marketing strategies, and the importance of creative collaboration. He reflects on his break from music, the early days ...
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In this conversation, Aimee Geddes interviews Matt Edwards, an associate professor at Shenandoah University, about his innovative work in voice pedagogy, particularly focusing on pop rock music. They discuss the development of unique degree programs, the importance of diversity in music education, and the challenges faced by contemporary music educators. Matt shares insights into the curriculum for both master's and doctora...
Learn the ins and outs of the NEW American Idol audition process! Kyle Khou is a Casting Producer for American Idol and he gives the inside scoop into what to expect with auditioning for the show, how to help your students to succees in the process and how to encourage authenticity in your singers. This is a MUST Listen!
In this episode we are joined by the brilliant voice teacher and entrepreneur John Henny. We talk about...
- Getting started with teaching
- Egos
- Peaks and Valleys
- Imposter syndrome
- Show people how you can help them
- Writing books
- Pomodoro technique
- Finishing big projects
- Investing in yourself
- Connecting with groups bigger than yourselves
Reach John at https://johnhenny.com/
Aimee and Sam define Mix in their own way and use Beyonce and Krysta Rodriguez as prime examples.
Highlights include:
What is mix? What is not Mix?
The "Mix Tent"
The 0-10 scale
Sam talks about the subtle transitions that happen on every note and how each note can be considered a bridge.
Krysta Rodriguez sings "Safer" and Aimee and Sam analyze her technique and point out how she handles using her mix on the higher notes withou...
Aimee shares how helping a student use vocal fry and breathiness contributed to getting the student to sound more authentic.
Sam shares ideas on using natural sounds, even UGLY ones, to help students discover sounds that work for them.
The importance of teaching students to listen objectively to the sounds they make and label them without judging.
Awesome funny/ugly faces that students make. Sam and Aimee try to copy!
Helping st...
Aimee got to improv for an 80s night and found out just how much she didn't know!
Sam reminds her it's ok to not know everything, and they have a lively discussion about how important it is to help students be ok with making ALL the sounds, not just the ones they think are "OK."
The difference between classically trained singers and pop singers when the improv.
Getting over the feeling of always having to do it "right."
False sci...
Sam and Aimee share insights into helping students make breakthroughs when you feel stuck.
Highlights include:
What to do when students become "unteachable" and stop listening to you.
Is it ok to suggest students take a lesson from another voice teacher?
Sometimes you have to keep doing what you are doing and it just needs more time.
Validat...
Jon Shares his journey to becoming a Performance Psychologist and tools for teachers to successfully navigate lessons when they feel less than stellar
Mentioned on the show:
Imposter Syndrome
Dealing with your first response and how to let it go
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Aimee feels distraught after Sam's IVTOM Master Class and Richard's brilliant (yet moronic;) podcast.
Sam and Aimee discuss the fears that come along with teaching voice as well as being surrounded by incredible minds.
Dealing with anxiety and how it plays into teaching voice.
Transitioning to teaching online after thinking of himself as an "In-person" kind of guy.
How the voice and spirit are connected.
The tweak, proceed, tweak, proceed then retreat as needed process.
Getting the correct setup.
Benefits t...
Mary Ann's Journey from Computer Programmer to theater program director to world class voice teacher and IVTOM president.
Skills students need to be successful in a College Musical Theater Program or career: Work ethic, Intelligence, Talent.
Teaching students to interview universities not just be interviewed by them. ...
Aimee and Sam talk about their favorite exercises from the past week.
Adjustments to a /z/ buzz
What's in a singer's control to encourage the voice to 'turn over'
Find more about Sam Johnson at: www.vocalease.net and Aimee Geddes at www.breakthrough-studios.com Find the International Voice Teachers of Mix at: www.ivtom.org
Intro and outro theme song: No Qualms.
https://asharicrecords.com/studio and Maz Mazak www.mazmazak.com
Veronica's journey from being Classically trained and using "breath support" as the answer to everything to becoming a Mix Professional and expanding her teaching toolbox.
How she went from teaching at home to opening a multi-teacher studio and full-fledged drama program.
Lesson Pricing and demographics.
Mentioned on the show:
Aimee shares her journey being compared to Kristin Chenoweth since college
Fun facts and similarities in Aimee's and Kristin's facial anatomy
Using songs/artists to mentor your own singing
Exercises Aimee used to help her f...
Find out in today's episode! Today's discussion includes:
Sam's journey to becoming a youtube sensation with 89 Million total views!
What can/should voice teachers post on Youtube?
How to handle negative comments and criticism
How often to post ...
Get Ken's Book: Practical Vocal Acoustics Here, use code RLFANDF30: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538174647/Practical-Vocal-Acoustics-Pedagogic-Applications-for-Teachers-and-Singers?fbclid=IwAR2B68cxBWLVEw7msn0Qlcl1_22KMlSPIRAFTWc6vKKqhSW34B_NJcsabCE
Download past IVTOM conference recordings to catch up on any knowledge you may have missed!
www.ivtom.org/events Intro and outro theme song: No Qualms.
Kenneth Bozeman's journey from being a singer to a voice professor, then a world-renowned and respected voice pedagogue.
Using natural sounds and affects to affect the voice into the proper coordination to get the desired sound.
Using a whoop timbre.
Adding warmth to the tone.
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