masterYOURvoice

In our second installment of the Majoring in Music for Singers series, we discuss the foundational skills that singers need to be successful college applicants. For more information on Heidi Vass, including her college audition consultations and private lessons, see www.vassvoice.com Song credit: Heidi Vass, Soprano Morton Lauridsen, piano Where Have the Actors Gone (Lauridsen) Recorded LIVE

On this episode, we talk to professional singer, Kayla Bailey.   We do a deep dive into life as a working singer and the lessons she's learned along the way.  

A conversation with Michelle Pina of the Conejo Valley Choral Society. Get to know this fabulous singer and her ambitious new ensemble (launching its second season!). Personal website: www.michellepina.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/michellepinasoprano Instagram:  www.conejovalleychoralsociety.com CVCS Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/conejovalleychoralsociety CVCS Instagram:  @cvchora...

In this interview we catch up with the Executive director of the Los Robles Children's Choir, Emma Roche. We discuss the importance of mentorship for young singers, offer advice for parents seeking to encourage their childrens' talent and explore insights into working with expanding voices.   For more information on the Los Robles Children's Choir see: https://www.singingchildren.org/   Join the m...

Are you a singer interested in studying music in college? Are you a college counselor interested in learning more about music programs for your singers? Are you a parent looking to encourage your musical child as she explores her college options? This podcast is the perfect place to start. Hosted by vocal pedagogue and soprano, Heidi Vass. With over 20 decades in the field and hundreds of successf...

Today, I sit down with exceptional young composer, Mia Ruhman. We talk about her compositional style, her path to becoming a musician and the upcoming debut of her "O Magnum Mysterium," commissioned for Seraphour. https://www.facebook.com/Mia. Isabella. Ruhman

An interview with County Rock Singer/Songwriter Ashley Rose Lilly. For more information on Ashley, find her on Spotify, Instagram or TicTok. https://open.spotify.com/artist/0gJTw9ZKzXSf3JvzUTaUsI?si=PGQRheirQRGVyrAa7AZGhA    

In today's episode, we talk to Dr. Haig Panossian, an otolaryngologist who specializes in the singing voice. We talk about the most common issues he sees with singers and how to navigate your vocal health. https://voicefoundation.org/  

In this episode I talk to Dana Rouse, former Artistic Director for the Los Robles Children's Choir. We discuss the importance of taking an age and voice appropriate approach to working with young singers.  https://www.rousemusicstudio.com/ Music https://sbmp.com/SR2.php? CatalogNumber=1680 

On this episode, Heidi answers that perennial question - How do I encourage my musical child? It's a MUST listen for all adults who want to nurture talented young people.

The first episode of Season 2 of the MasterYOURvoice podcast features an interview with indy artist LO LA!! The conversation is a deep dive into her work and her meteoric rise including her accidental viral moment and some insights on using new media to connect to fans. 

Heidi sits down for a chat with Stephanie Gonzales of Apropos Management in a wide ranging conversation discussing her 30+ years in the music industry. Her amazing career and incredible insights  and advice are a must listen for up and coming artists and those interested in hearing the inside scoop from her perspective inside the music industry. https://smarturl.it/QuinnSullivan https://smarturl.i...

On today's episode, we talk to flutist, music educator and arts administrator, Caitlin Boruch. We discuss her upcoming music series and the importance of finding purpose in performing. For more information on the Music for Ukraine Concert Series see: https://events.unicefusa.org/event/music-for-ukraine

Matt Workman joins Heidi Vass on todays episode. We talk about topics related to choral music, opportunities for singers and new ways to consider the genre. Featured music by Aidan Vass (Emily Dickenson Songs, Santa Barbara Press) and Stacy V. Gibbs (Wait til I Put on My Crown, Hinshaw publising). 

In this episode, Heidi talks vocal tech -  what it is and why it matters for singers.

On today's podcast I sit down with Recording artist Jeremiah Gray for an interesting conversation about music, art and the importance of making your own path.

In this episode master voice teacher, Heidi Vass, discusses the importance of good repertoire choices and leaning on the wisdom of a well-curated community of singers.

In this episode we discuss one of the greatest challenges all singers face - putting yourself out there.