Estelle Idoko - Voice Teacher, Singing Coach, Singer, Actor,

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

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Hi performers! Welcome to the Sing Confidently, Live Creatively podcast, a show for professional and pre-professional performing artists who want to build confidence in their singing! Are you intentionally pursuing a professional career as a musical theatre actor but your voice is not as powerful or reliable as you'd like? Do you want to feel confident in your voice at auditions or on-stage, but don’t know how to develop your vocal technique? Do you wish you could learn how to belt, mix, improve your vocal range, or sing riffs, but you don't know where to start?

Author

Estelle Idoko - Voice Teacher, Singing Coach, Singer, Actor,

Category

Arts

Podcast website

www.creativelybyestelle.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Do You Sing Off-Pitch? Vocal Warm-Up For Pitch Practice! // Ep. 318 26.03.2026

Curious about voice lessons? Try a free, 10 minute voice consult with me HERE !   Want to get exercises for YOUR voice? Let's sing in a voice lesson!   Hi Singer! Do you struggle with singing on pitch and changing from one note to another - without singing off key?  Today's vocal warm-up is focused on helping you improve your pitch and muscle coordination for on-key singing! Get ready to sing alon...

Singing is for EVERYBODY! Why You Should Start Singing, Acting, and Dancing Again Today! // Ep. 317 23.03.2026

Are you in your 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's or MORE ready to get into the performing arts? It's so worth it! We'll talk about why pursuing singing and performing starting today matters - no matter what stage in life you're at. It is worthwhile and meaningful for you to rediscover the joy of singing and dancing, build confidence in your voice, explore your creative passions on the stage, and feel...

Breath Support vs. Breath Control for Singers & a SIMPLE Beginner-Friendly Breath Support Exercise for Singers! // Ep. 316 19.03.2026

Want to get exercises for YOUR voice? Let's sing in a voice lesson!   Hi Singers! Have you ever wondered about the "right way to breathe" when you're singing? Do you need help with breath control and breath support? Are you starting to sing again but don't understand how to breathe properly as singer? I'm going to tell you in a very brief amount of time what you ACTUALLY need to know and do as a s...

Singing in Falsetto & Belting Without Vocal Tension - Voice Lesson with My Student, David Kipping // Ep. 315 16.03.2026

Want to work on falsetto and belting with me? Let's sing in a voice lesson!   Hi Singers! I can't wait for you to hear this voice lesson with one of my students, David, who worked on transitioning to his light, mode 2 voice - also known as falsetto!   You'll hear that I cut a lot out of the song in order to shorten it, but you'll get to hear his incredible growth with just ONE song out of the two...

A Vocal Technique Exercise for Blending Registers and Mix-Belting // Ep. 314 12.03.2026

Want to get exercises for YOUR voice? Let's sing in a voice lesson!   Hi Singers! Do you have trouble singing through the breaks in your voice? Do you wish you could sing in all parts of your voice without cracking as much?    This voice technique exercise is focused on helping you build: - the technique of transitioning through your register breaks  - coordinating your muscles for what we call "m...

Want to Be a Better Singer? Vocal Technique to Help You Grow as a Singer This Month! // Ep. 313 09.03.2026

Hi Singers - let's talk vocal technique!! Today, I'm sharing one aspect of vocal technique that's essential for us developing and building confidence in our singing voices! I also share a brief vocal exercise to help you start developing this technique. The beauty of healthy technique is that when you work on it consistently you WILL hear and feel changes in your voice. We discuss... - being consi...

SIMPLE Vocal Warm Up for Beginner & Intermediate Singers! // Ep. 312 05.03.2026

Happy Thursday, Singer! Get your voice ready to sing today! Feel free to do some physical stretches before you start and enjoy singing something you love after this.   Want to get exercises for YOUR voice? Let's sing in a voice lesson!   This warm up will span through your entire range (in general) and focuses on helping you transition between vocal registers with both "back" resonance and "forwar...

Eleri Ward on Becoming A Singer-Songwriter/Actor, Singing in Creative Ways, & Producing Her Own Ethereal Music! // Ep. 311 02.03.2026

Today's conversation is one I've been DREAMING of for years. This conversation is with Eleri Ward, Singer-Songwriter and Actor who went from creating gorgeous indie-folk renditions of Stephen Sondheim songs in her closet to recently releasing her debut album, Internal Rituals. She shares her journey from training as a musical theatre performer to exploring her unique voice, creating her own work,...

Vocal Warm Up for When You Don't Feel Like Singing // Ep. 310 26.02.2026

Are you having a day where you really don't feel like warming up or singing at all? I get it. As singers and performers, sometimes we take action even when we aren't feeling it. But we can do it our way! Let's keep it easy today with this chill, simple vocal warm up for when you don't feel like singing.    Want to get exercises for your voice? Come book a lesson with me!   We'll get into simple SO...

7 Singing Tips to Help You Learn to Love Your Singing Voice // Ep. 309 23.02.2026

Hi performer! Want to build confidence as a singer but struggling to love your own voice? Are you constantly comparing your singing voice to other singers? Ok no more of that! Here are 7 things you can do starting today to grow a love for YOUR voice. Listen in to learn... - How recording yourself can be a tool to help you as a singer - How to stop comparing your voice - How to find joy in singing...

Breath Support Exercises for Singers - 10 min Vocal Warm Up // Ep. 308 12.02.2026

Hi Singers! Get ready to sing along with a few physical/breath exercises I'll guide you through, followed by a few vocal exercises, helping you build muscle memory for sustainable breath support as a singer, practice singing with that supported breath, and balance air flow with air pressure! Want to get exercises that are geared towards your voice and the song/genre you want to work on as an aspir...

From Tone-Deaf to Billboard Charting Singer/Songwriter with Kendra Erika // Ep. 307 09.02.2026

Do you want to overcome odds like to become a powerhouse performer? I'm so excited to bring you this conversation with Kendra Erika. From being tone-deaf to training classically, covering Jazz standards, and creating pop/EDM, Billboard chart topping hits, Kendra knows what it's like to be on the creative journey - and NOT to give up. Now, she's releasing her full-length, James Bond-inspired album,...

Sing Along With This 5 Minute, Beginner Singer-Friendly Vocal Warmup! // Ep. 306 05.02.2026

Hi Singers! Sing along with these 5 vocal exercises in 5 minutes, helping you: - balance and coordinate your voice - sing through your registers without cracking - balance air flow with air pressure, and more! Want to get exercises for your voice and the song you want to work on? → Book your voice lesson! -  creativelybyestelle.com/studio   Today's exercises:  1. hum - slide down a 5th 2. soo-wee-...

3 Tips if You're Learning to Sing Again as an Adult (Beginner Singer-Friendly!) // Ep. 305 02.02.2026

Hi! Are you coming back to singing as an adult in your 20's, 30's, or later? Want to take your singing seriously and pursue a career in the performing arts? Do you want to build confidence in your singing voice after taking a break during or after college? You CAN do this. You CAN start singing again as an adult and I want to share 3 key things to do immediately to help you on this journey. As I s...

Overcoming Self-Doubt Pays Off for Creatives, Singers, & Performers // Ep. 304 29.01.2026

I know that overcoming self-doubt pays off because doing so allowed me to do the work I'm doing now as a singer, performer, and vocal coach. And doing so will help you pursue your own creative dreams. The challenge is to keep coming face-to-face with doubt and move forward in spite of it all. Today's episode, I share about overcoming doubts about... - pursuing a career in the arts - whether your v...

How To Be a Musical Theatre Actress, Writer, & Producer of Your Own Black Girl Musical with Brandi Campbell! // Ep. 303 26.01.2026

Hi Performers! I'm so excited to bring you the first interview of this year - a conversation with actress, writer, producer, and creator of Black Girl: The Musical. Do you wish you knew how to write and create your own show? Want to create work that is meaningful, highlighting BIPOC voices? Wish you were confident enough to put your creative work out there?   Brandi is going to inspire you so much...

Creative Dreams Don't Just Happen // Ep. 302 22.01.2026

Hi performers, let's talk creative goal setting! Because your creative dreams - to become a confident singer, to audition more consistently, to grow as a dancer, to be on stage every month - whatever it is, it doesn't happen on it's own. It starts with surrendering that goal and surrendering that desire, then you take little steps of action. Starting today. I'm sharing what those steps are and the...

Is Your Voice Strained When You Sing? Overcome Vocal Tension Starting Today // Ep. 301 19.01.2026

Are you feeling and sounding strained when you sing? Do you struggle with vocal tension? There are so many things that could be going on, but this is one area to look at - especially for notes that feel high or that you're wanting to make sound louder. Let me know if you have any other questions! Listen in!   Get ready to learn: - How to take a proper inhale as a singer - How to remain relaxed as...

For the Person Who DREAMS of Having a Creative Life // Ep. 300 🎉 15.01.2026

🎉 HAPPY 300TH EPISODE! You're invited to the celebration! TODAY   at 12noon EST - creativelybyestelle.com/300 🎉 🎉🎉 I'm so grateful we've gotten to do this together so far and can't wait to find new ways to connect with you all more!  Today, we're talking all about dreaming big, creative dreams, and how to keep going even when you feel stuck in shame, fear, and self-doubt. We talk about not jus...

I Feel Like I Can't Sing, I Sing With Too Much Nasality, and More - Responding to Your Comments & Questions! // Ep. 299 12.01.2026

🎉 This Thursday is our 300th episode! You're invited to the celebration! 🎉 🎉🎉 Send a note about how this show has impacted you & join the Creativity & Confident Singing Q&A THIS Thursday at 12noon EST - creativelybyestelle.com/300    Hi singer! It's a Q & A! Today, I'm sharing answers that other singers and creatives have asked or commented on from TikTok! This was me answering...

How to Not Give Up on Your Creative Journey This Year // Ep. 298 08.01.2026

🎉 Next week is the 300th episode of the show! Celebrate with us! 🎉 🎉🎉 Send a note about how this show has impacted you & join the Creativity & Confident Singing Q&A next Thursday at 12noon EST - creativelybyestelle.com/300    Self-doubt, fear, and distraction are going to come in 2026. Don't let them stop you from building confidence as a performer and having your MOST creative yea...

One Way to Take Your Voice Training Seriously & Become a Confident Performer // Ep. 297 05.01.2026

Register HERE for weekly or bi-weekly voice lessons for Spring 2026 - Use code: SPRING to get your first lesson FREE (Pay $0 today)!  (creativelybyestelle.com/studio)   Are you ready to become a truly confident singer, actor, and performer? This means becoming serious about your training and development as a performing artist! Today, I'm sharing why you need to take your vocal training seriously a...

How We're Going to Have Our MOST CREATIVE Year // Ep. 296 01.01.2026

Register HERE for weekly or bi-weekly voice lessons for Spring 2026 - use code: SPRING to get your first lesson FREE (Pay $0 today)!  (creativelybyestelle.com/studio)   Happy new year, performers! It's time to have the most creative year yet - full of performing, development of your craft, creative expression, and confidence. Today, I'm sharing the steps to take to live a truly creative life - thi...

Finally Become a More Confident Performer in the New Year! // Ep. 295 29.12.2025

Register HERE for weekly or bi-weekly voice lessons for Spring 2026 - use code: SPRING to get your first lesson FREE (Pay $0 today)!  (creativelybyestelle.com/studio)   Today's episode is full of the concrete steps we get to take to build confidence as performers in 2026! I start with sharing that SPRING REGISTRATION IS OPEN for my online voice studio! I can't wait to get to work with some of you...

Take Ownership of Your Creating Calling // Ep. 294 25.12.2025

→ Free vocal warm up & join email list! - creativelybyestelle.com/warmup   Do you believe that you're called? If you did, you would take action and, as a result, you would build confidence. It's really that simple. If you knew with all your heart you were meant to be creating, singing, and performing, you would take action. Courageous action. Today, I'm sharing, - Why you haven't taken action...

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