In this episode, John Henny shares his own experiences of waiting for the right time to work on projects and emphasizes the importance of taking action and starting now. Time is limited, and waiting for the perfect moment is a fantasy. The right time doesn’t exist, and if you wait for that, you’ll never get started.

Episode highlights:

• There is never a perfect time to work on your voice, so start now.
• Successful musicians like the Beatles had a strong work ethic and didn't wait for inspiration or the right time.
• Even if you can't afford private lessons, there are affordable or free resources available to improve your voice.
• Time is limited, so make the most of it and appreciate your current circumstances.

To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

In this episode, John shares a story of a student who was afraid to bring new information to their teacher. The need for trust and open communication in the student-teacher relationship is especially crucial when it comes to the voice. The role of the teacher is a guide, and it is important to take control of your own voice and education. He encourages students to question their teachers and bring in outside information, while also respecting the expertise and guidance of their teacher.

Episode highlights:

• Trust and open communication are essential in the student-teacher relationship.
• Students should feel comfortable bringing new information and questions to their teacher.
• It is important to find a teacher who is open to new information and willing to discuss and explore different approaches that align with your vocal needs and goals.

To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

In this episode, John Henny discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in learning to sing, and the potential benefits and challenges of AI. He explains how he uses AI, particularly ChatGPT, to train and have conversations with custom AI models. He also explores the future possibilities of AI in voice teaching and learning. John encourages listeners to embrace AI as a tool for learning and expanding their knowledge.

Episode highlights:

• AI has the potential to make focused voice instruction more accessible to a wider audience.
• The human element and connection in voice teaching will continue to be valuable and sought after, even with the advancements of AI.
• AI can be a valuable tool for learning and expanding knowledge, but it should be used with caution and critical thinking.

To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

In this episode, John shares the story of his mother, who decided to learn piano in her 80s and how it has improved her musical abilities. John emphasizes the importance of audiation skills for singers and how learning a fixed instrument like piano or ukulele can enhance these skills. He also highlights the impact of rhythm and phrasing on vocal performance and the benefits of playing an instrument for singers.

Episode highlights:

• Learning an instrument can enhance audiation skills for singers.
• Rhythm and phrasing are crucial for vocal performance.
• Playing a fixed instrument like piano or ukulele can improve musicality and musicianship.

To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com