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Vocal Lab

This show aims to pull back the curtain on the music industry, and give up-and-coming artists some of the knowledge that veterans wish they’d had when they were just starting out. Our format on The Vocal Lab incorporates some solo episodes where it’s just Sara, talking about voice care and singing and performance coaching, the realities of life on the road, and how to prep for the studio - basically answering questions you may or may not even know to ask!We will also have TONS of guest interview

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01:35:26

Ep 95 - Jazz, PR & Showbiz Stories with the legendary...

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2025/05/06

Lesley Mitchell-Clarke is a Toronto-based jazz publicist, media consultant, and arts journalist with a long-standing career in music and entertainment. A former child actress from a showbiz family, she has worked in TV production, toured as a performer, and led PR campaigns for artists like Joshua Redman, Blossom Dearie, and Janis Siegel, as well as labels including Warner Bros. Jazz and Concord. She has represented The Village Vanguard, the Montreal Jazz Festival, and other major events, while

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01:35:58

Ep 94 - Scoring big with Hal Beckett on AI,...

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2025/04/29

Hal Beckett is an award-winning composer, conductor, and music producer with over 30 years in the industry. Based in Vancouver, he has composed for film, TV, opera, and symphonic ensembles, and is Music Director of the Vancouver Film Orchestra. His credits include conducting for Universal and Lionsgate, contributing to Michael Bublé’s Crazy Love, and producing 102 national anthems for the 2010 Olympics with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. A passionate arts advocate, Hal is a board member for the

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01:35:00

Ep 93 - Sarah Whitten on Healing the Singer’s Body to...

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2025/04/22

Sarah Whitten, is an internationally known movement specialist for singers. Using principles of biomechanics, biotensegrity, and pain science, she works with singers’ bodies to resolve pain and physical dysfunction to improve the singing voice. She holds an MA in Pedagogy, and an MM in Performance both from The Ohio State University. Additionally she is a 500-hour certified Yoga Instructor, and holds certifications in Movement for Trauma, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, Yoga Therapy, and

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01:24:35

Ep 92 - Bill Sample on Working with Legends &...

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2025/04/15

Bill Sample is an award-winning composer, producer, arranger, and pianist, widely regarded as one of Vancouver’s top “first call” musicians. With a career spanning decades, he has worked with legends like Ray Charles, Mel Tormé, Robben Ford, and served as Music Director for David Foster, performing alongside Celine Dion, Bryan Adams, and Peter Cetera. Bill has produced for artists including Leon and Eric Bibb, Jane Mortifee, and Marcus Mosely, and contributed to the Grammy-winning Ratatouille

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01:32:25

Ep 91 - Jamie Leonhart on Finding Her Voice &...

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2025/04/08

Drawing comparisons to Norah Jones, Feist, and Sarah Vaughan, singer-songwriter Jamie Leonhart blends jazz, indie-pop, and cabaret with sharp wit and emotional depth. A New York City native, she began her musical journey at age three and honed her craft through jazz ensembles, gospel choirs, and solo performances at iconic venues like Joe’s Pub. Jamie’s songwriting explores vulnerability, patience, and shifting perspectives, often drawing inspiration from nature. She’s a sought-after voiceover

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01:36:24

Ep 90 - Samantha Pickard on PR, Management, and...

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2025/04/01

Samantha Pickard, President of Strut Entertainment, brings 34 years of global experience in music and entertainment. She has worked in retail buying, artist management, promotions, events, and publishing. Her career led her from Australia to Canada, where she managed The Canadian Music Network before launching Strut Entertainment 18 years ago. At Strut, Samantha specializes in PR, social media, marketing, and influencer services for entertainment, music, and lifestyle brands. She has led campaigns

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01:42:58

Ep 89 - The Keys to Vocal Performance

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2025/03/25

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Mindy Pack. Mindy is a Vocal coach who was a vocal performance major at the University of Utah, but her education didn’t stop there. Throughout her career, Mindy has studied vocal technique, voice science, and vocal health with nationally and internationally renowned vocal instructors, educational institutions, and accredited programs throughout the world. Mindy’s philosophy is “the minute I stop learning

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01:33:24

Ep 88 - Mastering the Art of Music: A Deep Dive with...

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2025/03/18

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Terry Clarke. In 1970 Terry settled in Toronto, at first working with Lenny Breau, and quickly became the city's leading studio drummer, noted for his versatility in jazz and rock settings. Concurrently, he played jazz in local clubs and concerts, and on radio and TV. Terry then moved to New York, working there and/or touring with Hall, the Toshiko Akiyoshi Jazz Orchestra, Roger Kellaway, Helen Merrill,

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01:37:32

Ep 87 - The Keys to Learning and Teaching...

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2025/03/11

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Stephen Richardson. Stephen is an accomplished musician, educator, and twice JUNO-nominated artist, recently recognized as the 2024 JUNO MusiCounts Music Teacher of the Year. As the creative force behind the solo project Agony of the Leaves and guitarist-songwriter for the Canadian indie rock band 3-Across-Dee-Eye, Richardson’s music has reached national and international audiences through platforms like

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Ep 86 - Maximizing Royalties and Revenue Streams with...

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2024/06/27

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Simkin, the dynamic founder of 604 Records, to dig into all the bells and whistles that go into building a lasting career in the music industry. Jonathan, who has played a pivotal role in the success of major artists like Nickelback and Carly Rae Jepsen, shares invaluable insights from his extensive experience. We dive deep into the essential elements that contribute to career longevity. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of staying committed to the art and

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Ep 85 - Maximizing Royalties and Revenue Streams with...

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2024/06/25

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Simkin, the dynamic founder of 604 Records, to dig into all the bells and whistles that go into building a lasting career in the music industry. Jonathan, who has played a pivotal role in the success of major artists like Nickelback and Carly Rae Jepsen, shares invaluable insights from his extensive experience. We dive deep into the essential elements that contribute to career longevity. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of staying committed to the art and

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Ep 84 - Developing Your Musical Style: Dr. Trineice...

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2024/06/20

Join me in an engaging conversation with Dr. Trineice Robinson-Martin, where we dive deep into her groundbreaking teaching methodology, Soul Ingredients®. Dr. Trineice shares how this approach helps singers develop their musical style and interpretation, specifically in African-American roots-based music. She emphasizes the importance of integrating personal experiences, cultural identity, and musical influences into a singer's unique expression. In this episode, Dr. Trineice explains how Soul

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Ep 83 - Developing Your Musical Style: Dr. Trineice...

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2024/06/19

Join me in an engaging conversation with Dr. Trineice Robinson-Martin, where we dive deep into her groundbreaking teaching methodology, Soul Ingredients®. Dr. Trineice shares how this approach helps singers develop their musical style and interpretation, specifically in African-American roots-based music. She emphasizes the importance of integrating personal experiences, cultural identity, and musical influences into a singer's unique expression. In this episode, Dr. Trineice explains how Soul

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Ep 82 - Jonny Tobin's Keys to Success in Music and...

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2024/06/13

Continuing our compelling conversation with Jonny Tobin, today’s episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast focuses on Jonny's creative process and his recent high-profile collaborations. Whether you’re a budding artist or a seasoned pro, there’s a wealth of insight and inspiration to be found in Jonny's experiences. Find: Web: https://www.jonnytobin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jonnytobinmusic https://www.facebook.com/jonnyboytobin https://www.tiktok.com/@jonnytobinmusic https://x.com/jonnytobinmusic

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Ep 78 - Michelle Markwart Deveaux on Building...

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2024/06/12

In today's episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, I'm joined by the inimitable Michelle Markwart Deveaux, whose unique blend of performance artistry and business acumen is reshaping how artists approach entrepreneurship. Michelle introduces us to her BeastyBoss™ Framework, a revolutionary approach designed to help artists and creatives establish sustainable businesses. This framework combines business savvy, radical hospitality, and tenacity, enabling artists to craft offers that truly resonate with

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Ep 81 - Jonny Tobin's Keys to Success in Music and...

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2024/06/11

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Jonny Tobin. Jonny is a Grammy and Juno-nominated keyboardist, vocalist, and producer, renowned for his vibrant and innovative music that blurs the lines between a 90s video game and a 60s jazz record. With his work featured on everything from Vogue Germany to the Utah Jazz NBA team, Jonny has truly made his mark on the music scene. During our conversation, we delve deep into Jonny’s musical journey and

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Ep 80 - From Metallica to Bublé: Bob Rock on...

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2024/06/06

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab! I’m excited to continue my conversation with the legendary producer Bob Rock. In this episode, we dive into the art and science of music production, exploring how Bob approaches working with artists from diverse genres. We kick things off by discussing the importance of songs and how Bob navigates between producing for artists like Metallica and Michael Bublé. Bob emphasizes the significance of pre-production and shares stories about finding magic in unexpected places,

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Ep 79 - From Metallica to Bublé: Bob Rock on...

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2024/06/04

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab! Today, I’m thrilled to have the legendary Bob Rock join us. In this episode, we dive into Bob’s incredible journey from his early days at Little Mountain Sound in Vancouver to becoming one of the most influential music producers in the industry. Bob shares invaluable insights into the importance of pre-production, his approach to working with artists, and how he manages studio dynamics. We also explore how his engineering background has shaped his production style and

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Ep 77 - Michelle Markwart Deveaux on Building...

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2024/05/28

In today's episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, I'm joined by the inimitable Michelle Markwart Deveaux, whose unique blend of performance artistry and business acumen is reshaping how artists approach entrepreneurship. Michelle introduces us to her Beastie Boss Framework, a revolutionary approach designed to help artists and creatives establish sustainable businesses. This framework combines business savvy, radical hospitality, and tenacity, enabling artists to craft offers that truly resonate with

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Ep 76 - Sing Smarter, Not Harder: Meredith Colby's...

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2024/05/23

Welcome back to The Vocal Lab Podcast! In this second episode with Meredith Colby, we dive deeper into the vocal intricacies that distinguish classical from popular singing styles. Meredith sheds light on why many artists in the popular music scene are reluctant to seek vocal coaching, often due to fears of losing their unique vocal identity. Throughout our conversation, Meredith emphasizes the insights from her book, 'Money Notes: How to Sing High, Loud, Healthy, and Forever.' This essential read

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