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Ep.241 Is Your Pelvic Floor Affecting Your Voice? A Deep Dive with Physiotherapist Emer Tully
Dec 1700:50:06Tap to summarizeWe’re wrapping up 2025 with a conversation that will change the way you think about the voice forever. Physiotherapist Emer Tully from Neuro Tour joins us to unravel the vital — and often underestimated — role of the pelvic floor in singing. From breathing mechanics to alignment, from recognising tightness vs. weakness, to understanding why singers, dancers, teachers and performers of all kinds should care about this powerhouse of stability, this episode is packed with practical insights and surprising - the perfect finale to a year of rich conversations. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?0:38 Thank YOU!5:20 Why is the pelvic floor so intriguing?7:59 The 5 diaphragms12:01 The function of the pelvic floor13:53 Pregnancy & performance16:48 Signs of a tight or weak pelvic floor & the impact on singing21:16 Helping a singer with a tight or weak pelvic floor30:07 Advice about the gym and methods of ‘support’ in singing39:32 Pelvic floor & stress45:25 Recommended resources About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSSinging Teachers Talk - Ep. 201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah AlgoetJennie MortonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.69 Understanding Pregnancy for the Singer and the Self-Employed with Sarah Joyce & Cat OgdenFeldenkraisSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.183 How to Fix Your Inhale and Transform Your Singing with Lucinda AllenSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.191How to Set Up the Best Exhale for Singing with Lucinda AllenDuncan RockSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.120 Understanding Singing and Fitness with Duncan RockAnatomy of Voice by Blandine-Calais-Germain & François GermainDr Sara ReardonMichelle Edminson @mvmt.101Jane AppABOUT THE GUESTEmer is NEURO TOUR’s London Associate Director of Education. She qualified from Manchester University with a BSc Physiotherapy degree, and is HCPC accredited as well as a member of the CSP. She is a Vocal Specialist and a Certified Women’s Health Practitioner. She has an advanced medical acupuncture certification; APPI Matwork & Reformer Pilates training & specialises in vocal/ TMJ physiotherapy. Website Instagram: @physio.emer 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice. >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated
Transcribe →Ep.205 10 Songs to Inspire your Singing Lessons with Alexa Terry
Apr 8, 202500:17:11Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode, Alexa unveils a brand-new podcast feature all about repertoire. But why is choosing the right song so much more than just picking a tune your student likes?Join Alexa as she shares 10 songs for a range of student needs. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 1:27 Should singing teachers assign repertoire? 2:14 What might we want to consider when suggesting repertoire to singers? 6:37 Alexa’s 10 song selections About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Kaya Herstad Carney Dr Jenevora Williams Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults by Jenevora Williams Joanne Bozeman Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.102 Understanding Singing and Menopause with Joanne Bozeman The Great Gatsby Jason Robert Brown Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.145 Style Vs Technique with Kaya Herstad-Carney Musicnotes Natalie Weiss ABOUT THE GUEST After graduating with a BA Musical Theatre degree, Alexa Terry donned her sailor’s cap and performed as a lead soloist on cruise ships travelling the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Baltic seas. She trod the boards in London’s West End as the protagonist in a new Musical Theatre project, studied as a librettist with Book, Music and Lyrics (BML), and has written for the likes of BritishTheatre.com as a reviewer. Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools - Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels entry auditions. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space. Website: www.aterryvocalcoaching.com Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.204 Mastering Self Tapes for Auditions with Becca Luter
Apr 2, 202500:41:42Tap to summarizeThis week, Alexa is chatting with singing teacher and performer of stage and screen - Becca Luter, about mastering the art of stress-free self-taping for auditions. Discover valuable tips and techniques to enhance the audition process for you and your students, from setting up the perfect environment to building a rapport through the screen. Tune in and learn how to turn audition anxiety into creative success! WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 0:56 How can a performer adapt to recording self tapes? 4:53 How can performers pace a self-tape recording? 7:33 How can performers tell when they’ve recorded a good self-tape? 8:57 How can a performer build a rapport with a panel through a screen? 12:52 What equipment does a singer need 23:05 How much editing is required? 26:19 Advice for ‘technophobes’ 27:36 Where should singers direct their performance? 29:55 How to get used to watching yourself back 32:46 Balancing a teaching and performance career About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS iMovie YouCut Garageband Adobe Express Emily Kristen Morris Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing with Emily Kristen Morris Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers with Alexa Terry Ben Mann Italia Conti ABOUT THE GUEST Rebecca is a graduate of Bird College with experience on both stage and screen. She has graced the stage at renowned venues such as New York's iconic '54 Below’ and London’s 'The Crazy Coqs,’ and has played Jan in Grease onboard Harmony of the Seas. In addition to her performance career, Rebecca shares her expertise by teaching singing, both privately and at Italia Conti Drama School, inspiring the next generation of vocalists. Instagram: @rebeccaluter BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.203 Demystifying Vocal Classifications and Ranges with Line Hilton
Mar 26, 202500:52:37Tap to summarizeVocal Range – What the Fach?! Ever wondered what really defines a singer’s voice type? In this episode, BAST founder Line Hilton demystifies the world of vocal fach—but is it really all about range? From booming basses to soaring sopranos, discover the roles of tone and timbre, hear some of the exercises we can offer in the studio to help a singer expand their vocal range, and get to know where might raise ‘vocal health’ red flags.WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?0:30 What is a ‘fach?’4:30 How do we know what fach we are?10:58 Do we always need to assign a fach?14:27 What are the typical ranges of each fach?21:06 What does ‘alto’ really mean?23:10 Measuring a singer’s range27:35 What is intrinsically happening when we sing across the range?30:35 Range for a child Vs an adult34:57 How can we extend range?43:36 Range Red FlagsAbout the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSKaya Herstad CarneySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.103 How to ‘Measure’ a Singer with Kaya Herstad CarneySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah AlgoetJenevora Williams(Third Edition) Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults by Jenevora WilliamsSinging Teachers Talk - Understanding Singing and Menopause with Joanne BozemanSinging Teachers Talk - Ep. 73 The Best Vocal Exercises for Laryngeal Stability with Line HiltonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep. 83 The Best Vocal Exercises for Sick Voices with Line HiltonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.113 The Best Vocal Exercises for Chest Voice with Line HiltonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.114 The Best Vocal Exercises for Head Voice with Line HiltonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.115 The Best Vocal Exercises for the Transition with Line HiltonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.140 The Best Vocal Exercises for Pitch Accuracy Training with Line HiltonBAST Blog - Singing and The Premenstrual VoiceLori Sonnenberg Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.199 The Truth About Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Insights from Dr Chris Johnson & Teach VoiceSpotlightWebsite: www.inehilton.comBAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.202 Tongue Ties and Singing: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment with Jessica Luffey
Mar 19, 202500:55:27Tap to summarizeCould a hidden tongue tie be holding your singers back? In this episode, certified orofacial myology specialist Jessica Luffey reveals how tongue ties impact vocal freedom - and it’s more common than you might think. Discover how to spot a tongue tie with a simple self-assessment, the surprising symptoms that could be affecting your singers, and why the right treatment could transform their voice. Are you missing this crucial piece of the vocal puzzle? Tune in to find out! WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 1:04 What is a tongue tie?2:15 What causes a tongue tie?4:52 Tongue Tie Self-Assessment18:44 Singing symptoms25:00 Can vocal technique help ?35:31 Is there a link between tongue tie and vocal injury?38:03 Surgery for tongue tie40:41 An insight to myofunctional training for tongue ties49:19 What’s the biggest misconception about tongue ties?About the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSJennie MortonSTT Ep.40 Integrated Skills: Teaching Singing to DancersSTT Eps.149 & 150 Finding the Best Posture and Alignment for SingingSTT Ep.193 How to Master Tongue Tension for Better Singing Dr MontroseDr Lori SonnenbergSTT Ep.199 The Truth About Muscle Tension DysphoniaSarah AlgoetSTT Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile SingersABOUT THE GUESTMs. Luffey grew up immersed in the dental and medical fields. While pursuing a career as a professional opera singer, she found the world of myology and has since used her unique set of skills and insights to bridge new ideas between the two worlds. Ms. Luffey’s extensive practical education includes being trained by the world’s top myo, dental/ortho, and tongue tie experts, authors, and educationalists including Dr. Soroush Zaghi, Dr. Richard Baxter, Dr. Micheal Gelb & associates, Sanda Valcu-Pinkerton, and Sandra Coulson among others. Her expertise and work has even been featured directly in Dr. Baxter’s blog (full article: https://tonguetieal.com/can-tongue-tie-impact-singing-and-vocal-qualityMs. Luffey has performed many of the opera world’s most well-known and loved leading women. She has won or placed in the finals of numerous national competitions including: Jensen Vocal Competition, Gerda Lissner Competition, Premiere Opera Competition, Delta Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition, Harold Haugh Comic Opera Competition, Orpheus Vocal Competition and NATS National Student Auditions. With over twelve years of specialisation in multiple disciplines such as advanced breathing and muscular isolation techniques, Ms. Luffey especially enjoys working closely with professional musicians to facilitate and maintain healthy oral and pharyngal-cavity shape and advanced tongue training.myoforsingers.com BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
Mar 12, 202501:03:09Tap to summarizeDid you know that hypermobility can impact vocal technique, breath control, and even performance anxiety? In this episode, voice coach and viral blogger Sarah Algoet discusses the surprising ways hypermobility affects singers—both as a gift and a challenge. Tune in to discover insights, practical approaches, and how teachers can better support hypermobile singers!WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?2:10 What is hypermobility?10:21 Using the Beighton Score16:00 Who is more likely to have it?17:00 Possible benefits and challenges 35:52 A polyvagal drill exercise42:25 How can voice training help?53:06 What teachers need to consider59:28 Resources & Sarah’s libraryAbout the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Ehlers-Danlos Support UKImogen RouxEDS Webinar: Voice, Breath and Ehlers-Danlos SyndromePolyvagal Theory by Stephen PorgesCelest PereiraConnected SingingSarah's Blog: Hypermobile SingersBeighton ScoreSST Eps.155 & 156 Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice StudiosThe Fibro GuyFocus On Event: Hypermobility and the VoiceTracy JefferyJournal of SingingI Have Had to Stop Singing Because I Can’t Take the PainBjorn Poels & Z-HealthSTT Ep.144 Exploring the Benefits of Sound HealingJessica LuffeyEmily KirkcaldySST Ep.138 Exploring the Benefits of The Alexander TechniqueSTT Ep.63 Developing a Singer’s Self Awareness and Clarifying IntentionABOUT THE GUEST Sarah Algoet is a voice teacher with over 20 years of experience, blending fun, engaging learning with science-backed techniques for lasting results. Her personalised approach draws from various methods to suit each singer, whether beginners discovering their voice or professionals refining their artistry.She takes a holistic view, recognising the mind-body connection in singing. Like an elite athlete’s coach, she helps singers build strength, flexibility, and endurance for peak performance. For Sarah, vocal coaching is about more than technique—it’s about storytelling, self-expression, and confidence, ensuring every singer’s voice is heard.singsing.be/onlinecoursesBAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing with Emily Kristen Morris
Mar 5, 202500:45:09Tap to summarizeEpisode 200! We're celebrating this milestone with none other than Emily Kristen Morris, a powerhouse performer from the stages of Wicked, Frozen, and Something Rotten! Get ready for a deep dive into the mysteries of mix and belt, what they are, how they work, and how singers can master them. Expect vocal geekery, expert insights, and a few laughs along the way! Don't miss this special episode of the Singing Teachers Talk Podcast. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 4:56 What’s is actually like playing Elphaba in Wicked? 6:22 What do Belt, Mix and Mix Belt even mean? 13:16 What does a singer need for a reliable mix and belt? 20:45 What does mix sound like? 25:04 How to find YOUR belt 26:34 How to help ‘chest-draggers’ 29:48 How can a belter release too much air pressure? 31:44 How to help ‘head-voice dominant’ singers 33:29 How to build a register blend 36:13 EKM Vocal Studio About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Amanda Flynn Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre with Amanda Flynn Voice Study Centre Besfort Williams ABOUT THE GUEST Emily Kristen Morris is an NYC-based actor, singer, dancer, certified vocal instructor, and popular online content creator. Emily has performed across the nation and internationally, and most recently starred as Elsa in the Paramount Theatre's production of Frozen in Chicagoland. Her past theatre credits include: the Elphaba standby on the Broadway National Tour of Wicked, Bea in the National Tour of Something Rotten, White Plains Performing Arts Center (Daisy in Side Show), The Rev (Sophie in Mamma Mia), Cape Playhouse, the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra (Nellie in South Pacific in concert), Gateway Playhouse, Weston Playhouse, and New York Musical Theatre Festival. Emily has also performed as a solo vocalist with symphony orchestras, including the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra in China, and the Norwalk Symphony. On social media Emily is popular for her voice-teaching videos and her singing covers. When she's not performing, Emily runs her highly sought-after voice studio, EKM Vocal Studio, where she and her eight associate teachers teach lessons, masterclasses and workshops to passionate singers both virtually and in-person in NYC. Emily is certified through the Institute For Vocal Advancement (IVA), and received her BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Cincinnati; College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). Website: emilykristenmorris.com Social Media: @emilykristenmorris & @ekmvocalstudio BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.199 The Truth About Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Insights from Dr. Lori Sonnenberg
Feb 26, 202500:56:23Tap to summarizeMuscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD) is one of the most common voice diagnoses—but what does it actually mean? What are the symptoms? And how can we continue to support singers with suspected or diagnosed MTD? In this episode, Dr Lori Sonnenberg unpacks the truth about MTD, rights the misconceptions, and offers some solutions for voice professionals.WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 2:42 What is Muscle Tension Dysphonia?7:41 What’s the difference between dysphonia and dystonia?8:38 How is MTD diagnosed?30:23 Who is prone?34:07 What are the audible signs?40:31 Muscular or mucosal?44:10 How impactful is self-massage for MTD?46:19 What is involved in treatment?49:05 Working with a singer with MTDAbout the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSBAST Blog - Singing & the Premenstrual VoiceSinging Teachers Talk Ep.108 Navigating the Adolescent Female Voice Change with Wendy RollsKerrie ObertSinging Teachers Talk Ep.59 Top Tongue Tips for Boosting High Frequency EnergySinging Teachers Talk Ep.151 How to Sing with TwangVocal Health EducationVocal Fold Swelling ChecksChris JohnsonTeach VoiceLori’s Blog - How to Identify Muscular vs. Mucosal Fatigue and What to do About itSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.193 How to Master Tongue Tension for Better SingingRobert PriceSinging Teachers Talk Ep.171 A Guide to Vocal Self-Massage for SingersStephen KingSinging Teachers Talk Ep.90 Help! I’ve Got a Voice ProblemABOUT THE GUESTLori L. Sonnenberg is a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Clinical Voice Specialist, and Singing Voice Specialist. She combines her passion for treating injured voices with her background as a singer and teacher, helping singers of all styles overcome vocal challenges and reach their full potential. She has achieved remarkable results working with students, patients, and respected voice professionals.In her clinic, she specializes in voice and breathing disorders, muscle tension dysphonia, voice injury recovery, professional voice care, and post-operative voice rehabilitation. After a rewarding career in a busy voice center, she is now the Owner and CEO of Lori L. Sonnenberg, Ltd. As a voice educator and speaker, she lectures at state, regional, and national levels, supporting vocalists, teachers, and choral educators in managing vocal health. She has developed a highly effective method for detecting and preventing vocal injuries with long-term success.W https://www.sonnenbergvoice.comBAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.198 Mastering Singing for Stage, Screen & the Music Industry with Jai Ramage
Feb 19, 202500:57:58Tap to summarizeWhat makes a singer stand out in a West End audition? How do vocal coaches prepare artists for The Voice? And why are singers struggling to make it in today’s music industry?This week, we dive into the world of high-performance vocal coaching with Jai Ramage—an expert who’s trained everyone from theatre stars to recording artists. She reveals what happens behind closed doors in auditions, the vocal challenges singers face in different industries, and the surprising truths about making it as an artist today.What are you waiting for? Press the play button!WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?0:57 What is the most rewarding musical medium to work in?4:44 How has time spent in theatre influenced vocal coaching as a whole?6:27 What is a current challenge for musical theatre performers?15:51 What are casting directors really looking for?18:22 Landing a TV gig28:04 What is a current challenge for TV competitors?32:02 How to create a good self-tape for The Voice38:38 Being an artistic manager44:53 What is a current challenge for music industry artists?54:33 The common thread between teaching for stage, screen & the music industry About the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Estill VoiceJono McNeilSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.123 Insights Into TV Vocal Coaching with The Masked Singer’s Jono McNeilSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.124 Mastering Vocal Style: Licks, Riffs and Runs with Jono McNeilKatie Holmes-SmithSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.197 Backing Adele and Beyond: The Art and Craft of Backing Vocals with Katie Holmes-SmithSusan PaytonSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.126 ‘The Business of Stories’: Game-Changing Marketing Strategy with Susan PaytonBlair GilmourThe School of Music BusinessTrudy KerrSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.196 How to Be a Singing Teacher in Higher Education with Trudy KerrPatreonSubstackABOUT THE GUESTJai Ramage has over 20 years experience working as a Vocal Coach in TV, Theatre & the Music Industry. Her TV credits include prime-time shows for BBC and ITV, such as The Voice UK, Little Mix The Search, Starstruck, and Romeo & Duet. She has coached several successful pop artists and bands, guiding them from the early stages of their creative journeys through to world tours and multiple albums. She holds a longstanding Vocal Coach role with Prestige Management, working closely with their bands and singers. Artists Jai currently coaches include The Vamps, New Hope Club, Soap, Henry Moodie, Keyside, Tom Speight, and Tommy Ashby. Jai's career began as a performer in theatre, which nowBAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
Transcribe →Ep.197 Backing Adele and beyond: the art and craft of backing vocals with Katie Holmes Smith
Feb 12, 202501:05:21Tap to summarizeWhat’s it really like to be a backing vocalist for some of the biggest stars on the planet? In this episode, we are joined by Katie Holmes-Smith, whose impressive career has seen her perform with the likes of Adele, Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams, and more. How do you become a backing singer? What skills do you need? And what’s the reality of balancing global tours with family life? Join us as Katie shares stories, career advice, and insights from behind the mic. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 4:54 How did Katie become a backing vocalist? 11:27 Should singers take any and every job? 13:59 What’s the difference between session singing and being a backing vocalist? 15:45 What essential skills are needed to be a backing vocalist? 23:50How much creative freedom do you have as a backing vocalist? 27:02What is touring really like? 34:13 How does Katie juggle showbiz and family life? 41:50What’s the selection process like for backing vocalist jobs? 47:23Katie’s favourite job 59:18What’s the Vocal Code? About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Lousie Callin Singing Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.195 How Unlocking Your True Values Can Transform Your Teaching and Life with Louise Callin X-Factor Performance - One More Sleep by Leona Lewis Adetoun Ayoola ABOUT THE GUEST Katie Holmes-Smith works as a professional session vocalist. She has been touring globally with Adele since 2016 and has just completed 110 shows with Adele on her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace and her Stadium show in Munich, Germany. Katie has also toured and performed worldwide in recent years with Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran, Christina Aguilera, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs and many more. When she isn’t away on tour, you’ll find her performing in some of the U.K and world wide top corporate venues and hotels. As the Vocal Director of the Vocal Code, Katie uses her expertise and experience to prepare future vocalists for the industry as artists and backing vocalists. Website: katieholmes-smith.com The Vocal Code: www.vocalcode.co.uk Instagram: @katieholmessmith BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group
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