The Engaging Performer

  In today's episode,Tara interviews fellow piano/voice teacher Brenda Earle Stokes. They chat about some of the reasons that piano can be such a helpful tool for singers, whether you are performing or are a voice teacher! Click here to get your Singing Straw 10% off:   Singing straw: http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw   Use the code: tarab10   For Brenda, hearing Oscar Peterson play (jazz piano) was...

In today's episode,Tara talks about different qualities and characteristics that you may possess that would help you be a great voice teacher. It isn't a complete list but a comprehensive one to check out if you are thinking about teaching some voice lessons.   You can check out The Singer's Feedback Zone:   https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/21     Qualities that can be wonder...

In today's episode,Tara chats with vocal teacher JoAnne Hart who specializes in integrating fitness and mental wellness into her instruction. We discuss how a fitness routine, including yoga can benefit you as a singer!   You can check out The Singing Straw here: http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw Just use code: tarab10   At checkout for 10% off   JoAnne started her musical journey around age 3— she...

In today's episode,Tara chats about the question "What advice do you wish you had been given when you first started teaching?" She gives some of her thoughts as well as shares some tips from other music teachers!   You can check out The Singing Straw here: http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw Just use code: tarab10   At checkout   Tara's background included "playing teacher" as a child but didn't know...

In today's episode,Tara chats about ways that voice teachers can build their confidence as a teacher. She gives you practical ways so that you don't have to wait to get started learning more and finding the courage that you need in teaching!   If you want to check out The Singer's Feedback Zone, please click here: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/21     Sometimes in teaching,...

In today's episode,Tara chats about all the benefits that happen when you watch yourself singing—from connecting with an audience to keeping your voice healthy!   If you want to check out The Singer's Feedback Zone, please click here: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/21   There are great reasons to look at a mirror to watch yourself singing.   With a handheld mirror:   1. It...

In today's episode,Tara talks with music biz coach Lynz Crichton all about how she got into the world of virtual shows and why they can be a part of any artist's performing journey!   Want your copy of the free PDF "5 Food Types to Avoid before a Performance"? Click here for your freebie: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/621aba240753e8bf098b382d     Lindsay wasn't from a musical family but was still...

In today's episode, Tara gives you tips and tools for picking and figuring out the best songs that will help you connect with your audience whether you are doing virtual or in person concerts.   Want your copy of the free PDF "5 Food Types to Avoid before a Performance"? Click here for your freebie: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/621aba240753e8bf098b382d   What is so important about song choice? L...

Ever thought that vocal warmups were a time waster? There are actually different schools of thought in whether warmups should be used in a singer's life or not. In today's episode, Tara addresses some of the opinions of warmups and why and when they can be useful and necessary.     Want 1-on-1 voice lessons at a group price? Grab your spot in The Singer's FeedBack Zone here: https://tarab.vipmembe...

Tara uses today's show to give you some fun warmups that you can sing along with anywhere—at home, in the car or wherever you have your phone. These catchy original warmups will get you singing and put an ear worm in your head for the day!   IF you want to get your own SINGING STRAW with Tara's 10% discount, go here right now:   http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw And at the checkout put in code: Tara...

Tara gives some tips to help every singer build confidence in their singing. She gives practical ideas to help a singer who is struggling with confidence be able to get it going or get it back if they have lost it. Confidence isn't something most people naturally possess but it can be learned!   You can sign up here to join the monthly membership of The Singer's Feedback Zone: https://tarab.vipmem...

Tara breaks down the different types of voice teachers that are coaching people. There are many ways that people coach voice and different aspects of it. It helps to find a voice teacher when you understand the different criteria of what they teach. Tara gives you 6 types of voice teachers to help you get the best fit for you!     You can sign up here to join the monthly membership of The Singer's...

Tara shares from personal experience how to deal with pain while singing and performing. For those who struggle with ongoing pain, it can be a devastating thing to have to perform but there is hope and a way to get through the event and still take care of your body. Today's episode focuses on some tips that may help.   You can sign up here to join the monthly membership of The Singer's Feedback Zo...

Tara shares some of the struggles about singing with a mask on and some practical tips to help you when you need to use it during singing!   You can sign up here to join the monthly membership of The Singer's Feedback Zone: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/19   Some things you might notice when singing with a mask: You might feel claustrophobic You might feel lightheaded or h...

Tara plays and sings some familiar Christmas songs that you too can sing along with or harmonize. This episode is a way for you to use your voice and give you practice on the concepts she and others have talked about on this show!   You can get your very own SINGING STRAW for yourself or someone else (as a gift) right here: http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw Just use code: tarab10 to get 10% off. Her...

Tara chats today with singer Gina Morgano all about the singing voice—what ways we can learn to love it and nurture it. She gives her personal journey and then tells how you as a singer can start your journey in a way that will nourish it and cause it to thrive. Here is where you are can get 50% off the vocal course by subscribing to this newsletter for singing! You will get the coupon code in the...

Tara chats today about why it can be so wonderful to sing with others, whether it's a duo, trio, choir or something else. There are benefits to doing music with other people and this gives you some reasons why!   Here is where you are can get 50% off the vocal course by subscribing to this newsletter for singing! You will get the coupon code in the emails! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60748022d4...

Tara continues the final part three of delving into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of singing. This week she focuses on the breath—the foundation behind the singing. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up the singing voice. If you haven't yet subscribed to her newsletter, now is t...

In this week's episode Tara speaks with pro music biz coaches Bree Noble and Katie Zaccardi all about the ways of exploring what skills you have as a singer and musician and then how you can turn it into teaching or coaching, adding to your income stream! They chat all about the ins and outs and finding ways to make it happen for you!   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://t...

Tara continues part two of delving into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of singing. This week she focuses on the larynx itself—the voice box. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up the voice.   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/pro...

Tara delves into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of the vocal tract and the sound. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up their vocal tone.   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/12   The vocal tract is a resonat...

Tara interviews Valerie Gabail, an amazing classical French singer and teacher. Valerie shares her musical journey from child to adult, with giving us a glimpse into what it was like to have a vocal injury and how she moved through it into recovery and beyond.   Valerie was influenced to love music as a child through her father, who brought so many styles of music into their home.     In high scho...

Auto-tune has been used in music circles for over 20 years as an audio processor for the voice to help keep it in tune. The question for today's show is: should it be used by singers in their studio recordings and in live recordings if they are professional singers? This question Tara addresses and gives some insight into finding the answer based on what our voices are capable of doing.   And… her...

If you are a voice teacher and have struggled with using Zoom for online lessons, then this platform is for YOU! Tara talks to the creator of Muzie, a newer platform that hosts online teaching with amazing sound, video and so many other teaching tools that make life easier for both the teacher and the student! Join her as she and Sam Reti (the founder) talk all things Muzie! And… here is the link...

If you struggle with finding time or motivation to practice voice, Tara has you covered in today's episode. She brings you 6 ways to help you get motivated and stay motivated so you don't just let your singing voice get out of shape. Practicing voice doesn't have to be a negative or hard task! And… here is the link to grab your FREE vocal helps and be aware of when I offer my next masterclasses an...