The Intelligent Vocalist
John Henny
Hosted by world renowned vocal coach John Henny, The Intelligent Vocalist delves into all things singing - from anatomy and vocal science, to performance, lessons, health, artist development and inside industry practices, Join John as he opens the door to the world of singing and gives insights gleaned from his many decades of teaching everyone from beginners to superstars, as well as training other leading voice teachers.
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Feb 7, 2023 • 23min
Episode 306 - Singing and the Subconscious with Nancy Bos
In this episode, John talks with the bestselling author Nancy Bos about singing and the subconscious. Episode Highlights: The mindset and how it is connected to the instruments. The ego, consciousness and frontal cortex are the things that keeps us from being creative, mindful and in the moment. How anxiety affects your singing performance. Getting rid of your fear will make you enjoy the experience wholely and completely. 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
Jan 31, 2023 • 21min
Episode 305 - Developing Your Groove and Time
In this episode, John talks about developing groove and time and how these are important in contemporary music. Episode Highlights: Contemporary music is time and groove-oriented. Developing your sense of time. Breaking a song into pulses. Another word for groove is feel. 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
Jan 24, 2023 • 21min
Episode 304 - How To Develop Your Natural Drive
In this episode, John talks about how to develop your natural drive, do better and improve. Episode Highlights: How dopamine works and helps us We are given certain gifts that are sometimes taken for granted What to do to increase dopamine in our brain Focus to get the reward of improvement 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
Jan 17, 2023 • 19min
Episode 303 - The Key To Vocal Break Throughs
In this episode, John talks about The Key to Vocal Breakthroughs and how they are necessary for our motivation and drive. Episode Highlights: The importance of a three-month planner Why it is important to handle our thoughts? What are the best things you can do over the 13 weeks? Get your right moves to have the best breakthroughs. 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
Jan 10, 2023 • 20min
Episode 302 - Following the Process
In this episode, John talks about following the process that helps us focus and being aware of what we can and can't control. Episode Highlights: When all else fails, follow the process. Think about what you really can control Be careful that you're not jumping from one piece of information to another Taking risks 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
Jan 3, 2023 • 20min
Episode 301 - Top 10 Reasons Your Range is Limited
In this episode, John talks about the vocal range and why your range may be limited. Episode Highlights: Common Issues with vocal folds A smooth pathway from your lower to upper register Opening Vowels A tuned larynx Lack of confidence 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
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.
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
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
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
