Sing Confidently, Live Creatively - Singing Tips for Musical Theatre Actors, Vocal Exercises, Vocal Technique, How to Sing Better

Happy New Year! Today, I share a mini-episode about my heart for the show this year! My relationship with Jesus has literally saved my life and given me the desire to create to glorify God and serve others, so I want to let the light of creating with Christ shine this year! If you're curious about that, listen in. I can't wait to inspire you to use your God-given creative gifts in singing, acting,...

Thank you so much for being with me this year! And thank God for bringing us this far in our artistic journeys! Today's episode is the last official one of the year. This is a live video recording I did for today's podcast on my IG @creativelyperformingarts where I reflect on this year and look forward to more creative inspiration in 2023. I also offer some encouragement to you as you go through u...

Today, I share some of my process over the last couple of years to learn about mixing vs. belting, vibrato, singing musical theatre, and really getting to know and LOVE my voice! I share a couple of things that have helped me become more confident as a singer, performer, and creative by helping me love my singing. If you've struggled with comparison or self-doubt as a singer, I hope hearing my sto...

Today's conversation with Sherri Raeford will truly light a fire in your heart to do the thing you've been wanting to do creatively and let your star shine as a singer, dancer, actor, and creative!   Sherri is a theatre educator, actor, director, and the founder/artistic director of Shared Radiance Performing Arts Company. She's also a Shakespeare QUEEN, ballroom dancer, and one of the kindest peo...

Hey Performers! Today's episode is a quick dose of inspiration to keep going even when you face challenges - big or small - in your creative journey. You may come up against barriers vocally or as a singer, dancer, actor, creative, and performer, but there is beauty in being along for the ride, facing your feelings, and continuing on. On the other side of that challenge is a stronger you who is su...

Hey hey! I am so thankful to you for being here! Today's episode my interview with Pastor Lynn Bullock, a dancer, choreographer, dance teacher, and author of In The Beginning, God Created...Dance! In this interview, Lynn shares how she went from having little to no formal dance training until the age of 21 (it's NOT too late to start dancing!) to moving to New York, then back to the south, with Go...

In today's episode, I chat with you about what I learned from a recent audition and fun theatre experience, plus I share simple steps to find a song for your next audition or performance! If you've ever struggled with picking a song to sing, this episode is for you! And be sure to share it with another singer you love! 🙂 → Let me know what you thought! DM me on IG @estelleavbuere ! → Don't forget...

Action step for today's episode → JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY ! Do you struggle with confidence when it comes to starting to sing, perform, and be creative? Do you wish you knew how to build confidence in yourself as you start looking for auditions, going to dance classes, and taking voice lessons? You might be missing one important thing. That is COMMUNITY! This can make such an impact on your cr...

Hey performer! Take action TODAY by telling me how you're getting curious about your creative interests → DM me on IG @estelleavbuere! I'm so excited about today's midweek motivation for aspiring singers, actors, and dancers. This is your reminder to start with curiosity and imagine the possibilities! Get curious about what interests, whether that means looking up nearby theatre auditions, searchi...

Hey Performers! Today's episode is such a treat because I got to talk to Jenna Leigh Miller! Jenna is a theatre actor, singer, dancer, social media manager and CEO of Problem Solved by Jenna , where she is a theatre and brand coach for actors! She shares her journey so far as an actor and entrepreneur, including how she went from being booked and busy to building a creative business during the pan...

Have you ever had an experience that felt like a "first" for you as an actor, singer,  dancer, or performer? I recently had one while playing Hermia in A Midsummer Night's Dream with a fantastic theatre company and I had some lessons to learn! I'm sharing them with you today. I hope this encourages you that even though you might experience fear and insecurity when you start doing something that fe...

Hey Performer! I know it can feel overwhelming when we think of all the amazing things we want to do - perform on stages, sing incredible songs, etc. But let's start with simple things we can do weekly to start using our creative gifts! In this episode, I give you easy steps to start singing on a weekly basis, plus some real life examples. This is a fun one!  → Ready to SING? Come try Beginner Voi...

Hey hey! Today's episode is part two of an interview I did on the Creative Conversations Podcast, where the amazing Briana Elmore has conversations with other creatives. This part of the episode goes more in depth on where I am now and what it looks like to be in the middle of the creative journey! I hope this interview inspires you to overcome whatever fear you have in pursuing your creative pass...

Hey hey! Today's episode is a throwback to an interview I did on Creative Conversations Podcast, where the amazing Briana Elmore has conversations with other creatives. I'm sharing part one of the interview, where I spill the tea on some of the twists and turns in my creative journey so far. I go in depth on my journey from college to med school and where I am now! I hope this interview inspires y...

Hey performer! Have you ever wondered if you should try to start singing again? Do you find yourself singing in the car or shower 24/7 and wish you could be doing that more? Do you dream of performing on stage or growing your vocal range, but just don't have the motivation to start? I get it! You might need a few good reasons to intentionally start searching for opportunities to sing, whether at o...

Hey performers! Are you rediscovering your craft as an actor, singer, or dancer? Is lack of confidence stopping you from auditioning and boldly pursuing an artistic goal or creative outlet?   In today's episode, I talk about the number ONE thing I believe you can do today to really build your confidence as you start singing and performing again. This one mental shift will help you finally get to t...

→ JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY !   Hey Performers! I know what it's like to doubt your creative gifts as an aspiring singer, actor, dancer, and performing artist. I know what it's like to wonder if you're selfish because you're a professional actor or performer and you truly love your craft - but you wonder if the arts help other people. Maybe you wonder if the arts are actually useful. Mayb...

Hey creatives! Are you in the middle of your journey towards rediscovering and embracing your craft as an actor, singer, or dancer? In today's episode, I open up about how challenging it can be mentally and emotionally when you decide to fully embrace your passions for performing, whether it's acting, singing, or dancing. And I talk about this from a personal standpoint, so we're spilling a little...

Hey creatives and performers! I hope this episode EMPOWERS you to take another step or your first step as an aspiring singer, dancer, actor, and performer and to walk boldly along your path. I share some insights from a book I love to encourage you as you start this week! I also share that I’m gathering some market research and would love to have a 15 minute conversation on zoom! I have THREE more...

Hey creatives, actors, singers, dancers, and artists, you KNOW how hard it can be to look back at your past work. Whether, it's looking at self-tape auditions, performances, rehearsals, earlier artistic work, or masterpieces, we tend to experience anxiety over looking back on our work. In this episode, I talk about a major mindset shift that all creative people need when it comes to looking back o...

I'm so excited to share today's interview with Hannah Thompson with you today! Hannah is an incredible performing artist who recently made a move to NYC to become a full-time performing artist after teaching and performing for years.   In this interview, Hannah shares about: Making bold pivots, knowing that your path will unfold as it ought to Creating the life she wants for herself as an artist D...

Your passion doesn’t sustain you, you sustain your passion! You maintain it, you grow it, you CHOOSE it again and again, even when you don’t “feel” it. If you are an aspiring or growing actor, singer, dancer, artist, or any other creative and you need help staying passionate when you feel unmotivated, listen in to my 3 tips for sustaining your passion as a creative!  In this episode, I reference:...

Today's episode is a short encouragement for you to get your hopes up! Put your hope in the right thing - God's path for you as a creative - as opposed to a specific outcome. This is the only real way to have sustainable hope on your creative journey. I hope this encourages you today as you start a new week and month!   Major Update! Creatively Performing Arts: An Online Voice & Performing Art...

Are you an aspiring singer, actor-singer, actor-singer-dancer, or performing artist? You're probably considering voice lessons! It can be a little nerve-wracking to start with a voice coach if you don't know what to expect. Today's episode will help you know what to expect in your first lesson so you can walk in with confidence and excitement. Listen in!   MAJOR UPDATE! I started a business! Creat...

I have a very special guest on the show today! I sat down to talk to my younger sister about her experiences with the arts so far. We talked about so many things, from singing in high school choir and how much we love Glee to the musicals we love and the impact of creativity on her confidence as a high schooler. And, of course, there are lots of laughs along the way. I hope you enjoy this fun inte...