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The Intelligent Vocalist

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Dec 27, 2022 • 21min

Episode 300 - A Look Back At the Top FIVE Episodes

It's episode 300, and to celebrate, John looks back at five of his top episodes.
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Dec 20, 2022 • 23min

Episode 299 - How Voice Teachers Choose A Voice Teacher

In this episode, John talks about how experienced singers choose a voice teacher.  Episode Highlights: What experienced singers and teachers do when they're looking for lessons Finding a teacher for your vocal needs Having clear and precise directives The importance of improvement What do we look for in a voice teacher To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments, and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com
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Dec 13, 2022 • 26min

Episode 298 - Your Singing Hero Journey

In this episode, John talks about the Singing Hero's Journey and the exploration of becoming the best version of yourself. Episode Highlights: Power of the hero's journey myth  Why the Voice is different from all other instruments Developing the discipline to reflect and use deliberate practice properly. Find a guide for your story. To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments, and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com
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Dec 6, 2022 • 20min

Episode 297 - Get Moving

In this episode, John talks about the importance of physical movement to improve your singing voice. Episode Highlights: Nature and Time are working against you and your singing Movement can create positive (or negative changes)  Balancing the connection with your mind and body Recommended exercises for singers to improve singing To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: johnhenny.com
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Nov 29, 2022 • 21min

Episode 296 - Take Something From Everyone

In this episode, John reminds us to be open minded and find something of value to learn from the world of Voice Teachers.  Episode Highlights: Avoid dismissive or myth debunking styles of teaching Let your Voice Teacher be your vocal tour guide  Keep a "beginners open mind" Invest in your "singing self" The importance of Trust But Verify To learn more about John Henny, his best selling books, on-line courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com
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Nov 22, 2022 • 21min

Episode 295 – The What, Why and How of Warming Up with Tessa Smith

In this episode, John talks with professional vocalist Tessa Smith about the reasons we need to warm up. Episode Highlights: Why we need to warm up  Importance of mirror work  Silent singing and getting in touch internal sensations Structuring mental preparation before a performance To learn more about Tessa Smith, visit: https://www.tessasmith.com/    To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, voice lessons, courses, and voiceschool.com, visit: johnhenny.com
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Nov 15, 2022 • 30min

Episode 294 - The Science of Practicing with Gregg Goodhart

Professional learning coach Gregg Goodhart discusses the purpose of practicing and the benefits of deliberate practice. They also explore the challenges and rewards of learning an instrument later in life, overcoming discomfort, improving timing, and the science behind practicing for improved learning and flow.
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Nov 8, 2022 • 22min

Episode 293 - Micro-Registration

In this episode, John discusses how to go deeper into vocal registration to fine-tune your vocal balance. Episode Highlights: The essential differences between "similar" and "same" Refining your registers How to experience micro-registration To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, courses, John’s Singing School, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: johnhenny.com
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Nov 1, 2022 • 21min

Episode 292 - How to Get Unstuck

In this episode, John discusses how to break out of ruts and routines with our singing and practice.   Episode Highlights: Reconnecting your mind and body Finding and embracing issues Building focus To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, courses, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: johnhenny.com
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Oct 25, 2022 • 17min

Episode 291 - Singing Classic Genesis With Nad Sylvan

In this episode, John talks with professional vocalist Nad Sylvan, who is currently singing on tour in "Steve Hackett Genesis Revisited." John and Nad discuss how to maintain top vocal condition when delivering world-class performances night after night.   Episode Highlights: Nad talks about how he maintains a healthy voice during a demanding tour schedule How breath support and controlling abdomen muscles have helped Nad to hit high notes and control sustains Taking care of yourself on tour is imperative to be able to maintain your voice Nad shares how he stays in top vocal shape in between tours To learn more about Nad Sylvan and tour dates, visit: nadsylvan.com and hackettsongs.com To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, courses, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: johnhenny.com

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