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The Intelligent Vocalist

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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Episode 159 - Your Dynamic Speaking Voice

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/25

We speak much more than we sing, yet while we work to have a dynamic singing voice, we can often neglect these qualities in our speech. By utilizing the concepts of music in speech, we can be more convincing and exciting to our listeners. In this episode, John discusses the elements of great speakers and how you can develop these qualities in your voice.

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Episode 158 - Dealing with Intimidation

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/20

"The results a person obtains are inversely proportionate to the degree to which he is intimidated." - Robert Ringer Being a singer is to face constant intimidation, real or imagined. The fear of criticism or the idea you need to wait until it's your turn can stymie and choke your goals and progress. In this episode, John discusses why you shouldn't be intimated by anyone or anything and how to push through on your singing journey.

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Episode 157 - Brute Force Learning

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/18

Brute force learning is a concept taken from computing. The idea is to approach a problem or area of learning from multiple angles. With singing, it can be highly beneficial to get a wide array of sources to increase your understanding and skill. In this episode, John discusses how brute force learning has helped him and why it might very well work for you.

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Episode 156 - Within and Without

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/14

The poet, David Whyte, has a beautiful poem entitled, The Bell and the Blackbird. The verse speaks of the pull to deep inner work and the contrasting pull to take our wares to the outside world. This contrast is a constant pull for the artist - how much more do I need to practice? Am I ready to perform for others? In this episode, John discusses the importance of finding this balance to grow as an artist and singer.

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20:28

Episode 155 - The Acoustics of Belting

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/11

Belting is the high-wire act of singing. To vocalize intense high notes while not falling into vocal stress and shouting requires a precise balancing of resonances. In this episode, John discusses the acoustic aspect of belting, to help you better navigate this sought after vocal skill.

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Episode 154 - Singing on Tour with Mindy Pack

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/07

Mindy Pack is a leading celebrity voice teacher who is steeped in the latest voice science. In this episode, Mindy gives her best advice for staying healthy on the road, as well as her approach to straw-based phonation. EPISODE LINKS: Mindy's Website Voice Straw

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Episode 153 - The Top Ten Episodes of 2019

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/02/04

2019 was a year of explosive growth for The Intelligent Vocalist. The monthly downloads have tripled in just the past 12 months alone. John looks back at this past year and recaps the ten most popular episodes.

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Episode 152 - How to Sing In Tune

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/30

Singing in tune is an essential skill for singers (autotune aside). If you struggle with pitch, you may think you are tone deaf (don't worry, it's very rare), but you may be a bit tone shy. In this episode, John discusses effective ways to build your ear and the ability to match pitch and sing in tune.

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Episode 151 - Mind and Heart with Voice Science Works

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/28

We all want pure emotion in singing, but we also need to control and analyze our instrument to effectively deliver this emotion. How do we find a balance? In this episode, John once again welcomes Laurel Irene and David Harris of Voice Science Works to discuss how they fuse the mind and heart, as well as their upcoming NEO Voice Festival, which brilliantly combines the two with singers from all over the world. EPISODE LINKS: NEO Voice Festival Voice Science Works

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Episode 150 - Struggling to Find Mixed Voice?

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/23

Mix singing is a key way to move smoothly through your vocal range. However, this skill is often misunderstood and tricky to develop. In this episode, John discusses some of the common problems singers have when developing their mix and ways you can break through to a seamless voice.

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20:19

Episode 149 - Finding Essential Resonance

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/21

Resonance is the essential "polish" of your voice. Balanced resonance will make your voice shine and sparkle. Resonance is also crucial in balancing and blending through your vocal registers. In this episode, John discusses how to find and enhance your awareness and control of essential resonance, helping you to find your best voice. EPISODE LINKS: Chadley Ballantyne

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Episode 148 - The Power of Clarity

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/17

Without a clear vision of why we sing and where we want to go, it can be all too easy to wander off the path of daily vocal improvement. In this episode, John discusses how clarity can help you find a laser focus to take you to your vocal goals.

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Episode 147 - Five Terrible Singing Traps

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/14

Singing is a mental game, and we need to keep our minds as positive and focused as possible. Yet there are common traps singers often find themselves falling into - traps that can sap our confidence and growth. In this episode, John covers five of the most common traps he sees in singers and how to reframe and regain a positive mental outlook.

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Episode 146 - Stubborn Vocal Breaks

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2020/01/10

The vocal break is what keeps voice teachers in business, and you can find plenty of advice on how to smooth out the break. But what do you do when nothing seems to work? In this episode, John discusses how to approach this problematic vocal area and gives some tips on how to patiently eliminate cracking and straining.

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Episode 145 - Simply Begin Again

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/20

As we approach a new year (and decade), we tend to have a period of new beginnings, with resolutions and promises of doing and being better. But rather than wait for a new year, we can begin again, moment to moment, continually renewing our promise and purpose. This works particularly well for singers, as it is all too easy to drag baggage from the past into each practice session and performance. In this episode, John discusses the benefits of this renewing mindset and how to apply it to your

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Episode 144 - Children and Singing with Nikki Loney

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/17

Nikki Loney is a well-regarded vocal educator who specializes in teaching young children. In this episode, John and Nikki discuss the debate around children and voice lessons and how to best help your child discover the joy of singing. EPISODE LINKS: The Full Voice Website

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Episode 143 - Breathy Singing

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/13

Singers often want to sing in a breathy style - but it is usually done in a way that weakens their vocal performance. What singers often miss is the variety of texture and intensity great singers use when sounding breathy. In this episode, John discusses how and when to sing breathy for maximum musical effect.

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Episode 142 - Alexander Mendoza on Being a Working...

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/10

Being a working musical theatre actor is not just the bright lights of Broadway. There is opportunity working in touring and regional companies in the US and all over the world. Alexander Mendoza has a flourishing career touring the world in musical theatre. In this episode, John and Alex discuss his vocal journey and the demands of singing at a very high level.

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Episode 141 - Too Much of a Good Thing

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/06

Learning to sing is an evolving process, and you will need to change your approach as you improve. Exercises to help with common beginner problems can get you "stuck" if you continue with them too long. In this episode, John discusses two of the most common "helpful" exercises that can become a hindrance for singers.

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Episode 140 - The Trolls Are Coming For You

The Intelligent Vocalist ·

2019/12/03

Putting yourself out there is an essential step for a singer. Getting your music heard by other than friends or family can give you invaluable feedback from which to improve. But the troll culture is out there, waiting to derail you. And it's only getting worse. In this episode, John discusses his recent experiences with online trolls, and why you need to prepare to handle this often vicious criticism mentally, so you can get out there and SING!

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