From Singer To Artist

Seasonal allergies can wreak havoc on your singing voice — dryness, congestion, and inflammation can make even basic warm-ups feel impossible. In this episode, Coach Bri and Coach Kate join me to break down what’s really happening when allergies affect your voice and how to keep singing safely through it. 📍Mentioned Resource: Get your own Vocal Myst here: https://myvocalmist.com?sca_ref=9223046.7...

In this heart-to-heart with fellow voice teacher and creative coach Sarah Bishop, we dove into the mental side of singing - the difference between chasing success from desperation and creating from alignment. Together we unpack how singers can shift from “starving artist” energy into thriving creative flow, reclaim their power, and build careers (and voices) rooted in joy, trust, and integrity. 📍...

Coach Kate and Coach Bri share their stories of living, singing and performing with chronic illness. 👉 Want to make practicing easier? Grab our FREE warm up track here: https://lessons.voxtapestudios.com/free-warm-up-track 👉 Want to know exactly what your voice needs to improve? Get a vocal evaluation from our professional coaches here: https://lessons.voxtapestudios.com/vocal-evaluation 👉 Book...

Learning how to harmonize can be such a daunting task - especially if you’ve never really done it before. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be super hard to learn! To talk about how to learn harmonizing I had the whole VTS team join me for this episode. 👉 Want to make practicing easier? Grab our FREE warm up track here: https://lessons.voxtapestudios.com/free-warm-up-track 👉 Want to know...

I always say that song choice has the potential to make or break you, so it’s super important that you learn to pick the right songs for your voice. Coach Emily, Coach Bri and I talked about the different occasions of singing (practice vs performance vs audition) and how to choose which songs to sing for each, so that you can make more progress in your singing practice AND wow your audience at any...

You don’t need to push harder to get more volume. In fact, the more you try to muscle your way through, the more tension shows up - and that’s what blocks your power. Coach Bri, Coach Emily, Coach Juliana and I explored what volume actually is, why it’s not the same as power, and how to get loud or soft without sacrificing tone. You’ll learn why singers often yell when trying to be heard, how to s...

Your vocal cords are muscles. And just like any other muscle, they need care, recovery, and smart habits to stay strong. This deep dive into vocal health clears up what it really means to take care of your voice. You’ll learn how inflammation works, why fatigue isn't always a problem, and what to do to take care of your voice. 📍Mentioned Resource: check out our how to practice episode here: https...

Riffs, runs, melismas - whatever you call them - can feel like the ultimate vocal flex… until they completely fall apart. Here’s the truth: most singers don’t struggle with the notes themselves. They struggle with the timing, shape, and delivery of riffs. And the good news? That’s fixable. This breakdown shows you how to slow down and smooth out your riffs, why fewer notes often work better, and h...

So you’re wanting to start with or improve your songwriting, but you’re somehow feeling blocked… If you’re experiencing this, there’s a fair chance that you have some limiting beliefs around songwriting. So let’s address some common songwriting myths so that you can get unblocked and start writing (again)! 📍Mentioned Resource: Enroll in our 8 week coaching program “Songwriting For Singers” here:...

We’ve been working with songwriters from all walks of life… some that have never written a song before, some that have written many - yet we see a lot of the same mistakes coming up for these writers. Let’s look at some of the most common mistakes songwriters make, so that you don’t have to fall into those same traps! 📍Mentioned Resource: Enroll in our 8 week coaching program “Songwriting For Sin...

Good old writer’s block… it’s definitely real, as many creative people have experienced it. But luckily there are some things we can do to get unstuck and back into flow again. In this episode, coach Juliana and I discuss how to get back into flow and feel inspired to write and complete songs again. 👉 Grab the Songwriting Framework PDF here (currently on sale for just $7!): https://lessons.voxtap...

8 years ago I wrote my debut record together with Kayliann Lowe - a professional songwriter based in Nashville. Today, she’s sharing a behind the scenes look at what it looks like to help other artists write their stories. 📍Mentioned Resource: Follow Kayliann here: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu2k9-mBwcN9xCJP5uBK7qln3sXbFvQZgntt8s0/?img_index=1 Check out the songs Kayliann wrote for other artists...

I don’t care what anyone else says, but melody is the most important part of any song - after all that’s what people will remember about your song! That is why it’s so important to you learn how to write good melodies. Coach Juliana and I talked about how to write catchy melodies so that your songs will get stuck in people’s heads. 👉 Grab the Songwriting Framework PDF here (currently on sale for...

Description If you’ve ever found yourself trying to process what’s happening in your life and put it into a song, but not quite finding the right words for it - this episode is for you. Coach Juliana and I talked about what you can do to turn your thoughts, feelings and emotions into lyrics that touch your audience on a deeper level - whether the lyrics are happy or sad! 👉 Grab the Songwriting Fr...

The hardest part about songwriting isn’t writing the song… Is setting aside the time and making the conscious choice to write the song. Today’s guest - Friedemann Findeisen from Holistic Songwriting - has some mindset tips to help us prioritize the things we really want to do in life, but never seem to find the time for. 📍Mentioned Resource: Follow Friedemann Findeisen here: https://www.youtube.c...

Songwriters often think about taking listeners on a journey lyrically… but then forget to do the same melodically. In this episode coach Juliana and I break down what song structure is and why it’s important. 👉 Grab the Songwriting Framework PDF here (currently on sale for just $7!): https://lessons.voxtapestudios.com/the-songwriting-framework-pdf 👉 Join our live class called How To Write Songs...

So you have a notebook full of ideas, but no idea how to turn them into actual songs… I am here to tell you that songwriting is not nearly as hard as you might think - not when you have a step-by-step system that you can follow. Coach Juliana and I talked about what steps you need to take to turn your ideas into full songs. 👉 Grab the Songwriting Framework PDF here (currently on sale for just $7!...

Come with me as I vocal produce and coach singer Alina Victoria in the studio together with producer Miette Hope. While this wasn’t Alina’s first time in the studio she asked me to be there to get the best possible vocal takes for her new song “Waiting Room”. 📍Mentioned Resource: Download the Recording Ready Guide Here: https://lessons.voxtapestudios.com/recording-ready-guide Check Out Alina’s So...

Alina loves the studio. Loves the writing. Loves the moment when melody and emotion click. But when it comes time to share the final product? She hesitates and questions everything. We talked about why the creative process flows easily—until the pressure to be “professional” kicks in. This conversation is for anyone who’s ever over-polished their passion or sat on finished work for too long becaus...

Performing live at a bar, restaurant, hotel, or similar just got a lot more interesting! In this episode I’m breaking down my system to creating backing tracks that I can use while playing keys (or guitar) and singing at the same time. This is a great and easy/low effort way to get a fuller sound for your performances without needing to hire a whole band! 📍Mentioned Resources: Moises: https://moi...

Karaoke can be such a great way to get out there and sing in front of people without and pressure. It’s a chance to practice confidence, flexibility, and performance skills all while having fun. We’re sharing my best tips for making karaoke less stressful and way more fun. From choosing songs that fit your voice to managing nerves, even handling those surprise “sing this instead” moments—karaoke c...

When is the right time to start voice lessons? And how do you support a young singer without pressuring them? In this session, Coach Kate works with her long-time student Ireland—an incredibly expressive and musical young vocalist from Indiana. Ireland started singing at five years old (yes, really!) and has been passionate ever since. With her mom Carrie’s support, she’s been building a strong te...

Mix voice is one of the most misunderstood and mis-taught concepts in singing. It’s not a mystical vocal mode you unlock by singing louder or higher. It’s a coordination—a blend of vocal fold closure, vocal fold thickness, and airflow balance that lets you transition seamlessly between registers. We tackled what mix voice actually is, how to develop it without strain, and why it feels so elusive f...

It’s time for some more unhinged Reddit stories - this time all around singing at weddings! I don’t know what it is about people getting married, but they become some of the most entitled people ever! The whole VoxTape Team got together for this episode and we all shared our own stories from singing at weddings and how to handle being asked to sing at a wedding. Whether you’re thinking about start...

I am joined by “The Open Mic Guy” David Craver to talk about all things open mics and opportunities for singers to get out there, meet like-minded people, find musicians to play with and perform in front of a supportive crowd. If you’re new to open mics - or as David likes to call them, Mini Music Festivals - or you moved to a new place and want to find some performance opportunities, this episode...