"On Having No Head" by Douglas Harding is a short, concise book that shows a simple method to finding states of open awareness and flow.
This state of lowered self-awareness is perfect for creativity and musical performance.
In this episode, John discusses singing with "no head" and how to glimpse this place of openness and flow.
Long COVID is defined as symptoms lasting over 12 weeks. The lingering fatigue and respiratory issues can be devastating for the singer.
Dr. Rachel Goldenberg has extensive experience working with long COVID sufferers. In this episode, Rachel and John discuss the impact of ongoing symptoms and how to approach and manage long COVID as a singer.
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Voice teacher Philippe Hall calls emotion "the most neglected skill in singing."
Not only does emotion connect you with the listener, but it also helps support and refine your technique.
In this episode, John and Philippe discuss his performing career, the importance emotion has played in his success, as well as Philippe's new singing course.
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Vocal acoustics is one of the most confusing yet important parts of singing.
In this episode, John gives you the essential knowledge you need to understand this crucial element of your instrument.
The world of the working musician is competitive, and the best singer does not always get the job.
You need to be a top-level professional in both skills and attitude.
James Eager is a veteran bass player in the UK music scene and the creator of ebassguitar.com, a leading music education site.
In this episode, John and James discuss working with other musicians and what band leaders are looking for when hiring singers.