The Mindful Voice Teacher Podcast

Tune in for my conversation with Rebecca Soelberg - acting coach, vocal coach, professional choral singer, and teacher of the Emoverity method: an acting curriculum that teaches performers how to access emotions physiologically rather than relying on memory recall. We talk all about why using our own memories to create emotional authenticity on stage can be damaging to the mental and emotional hea...

Tune in for my conversation with Jess Baldwin - vocal coach, creativity coach, and creator of The Self Led Artist. We talk about why singers and artists in general often lose trust in themselves and in their ability to make art, and then how to regain that trust and begin healing. Jess shares vulnerable and inspirational experiences, proving that we are each artists and we have the right to uncove...

Tune in for my conversation with Allysa Packard - opera singer and vocal coach - as she shares about her experience with anxiety. She talks about the impact that anxiety had on her life, her auditions, and her performances, and how she worked to learn more about anxiety. This helped her to manage the symptoms and begin to heal so that she could continue to do what she loves - sing! Allysa now is h...

Tune in for my conversation with Katherine Webiansky and Melissa Guttman. Katherine is an ADHD/Autistic vocal coach with additional expertise in (but not limited to) Internal Family Systems and Somatic Stress Relief. Melissa is a vocal coach, board-certified music therapist, licensed creative arts therapist, with expertise in (but not limited to) Internal Family Systems and Performance Wellness. W...

Tune in for my conversation with South African Music Therapist, Nethaniëlle Mattison. We talk about the differences between our internal and external voices, and how decreasing the gap between them leads to overall wellbeing and healing. We also talk about the power of breathing, humming, and drumming, in discovering our voices. Your voice matters, and you are worth being heard. To learn more abou...

Tune in for this conversation I have with Devin Davis - vocal coach, choir teacher, and performer extraordinare! Together we debunk some vocal myths and talk about the importance on getting clear about the way we talk about singing. 

Tune in to this unique podcast episode where I share a guided meditation with you that will help you experience more gratitude for the beautiful gift of your voice. To get on my email list to receive FREE positive affirmation warm-ups on Wednesdays, sign up HERE . MUSIC THERAPISTS - If you are interested in  registering for/getting on the wait list for the Vocal Training for Music Therapists (door...

Tune in for this conversation with Dr. Jon Skidmore, Psy. D. - Performance psychologist, educator, author, and singer, as we not only talk about stage fright, but delve deeply into the psychology of performance. Dr. Skidmore shares his 5-step process to "Peak Performance," that can not only transform your performances, but your approach to life. These tools are life-changing and his pass...

Tune in as I share some changes that are taking place in the podcast, and then talk about the importance of remembering your why. As singers, we each have a story of why we chose to pursue singing in the first place. I share some of my experiences from my life, and how they have helped me to stay motivated to continue pursuing music despite the struggles that inevitably happen. MUSIC THERAPISTS -...

Tune in for this awesome conversation with Megan Durham, voice teacher and trauma-informed voice care facilitator of Respire Vocal Wellness. We talk about what it actually mean to be a trauma-informed teacher and how might change some of our practices and shift our mindset to provide safe spaces for the singers we work with. You will come away with a greater understanding of how your own self-awar...

Tune in for my conversation with Gracie Calvaneso, vocal coach, life coach, vocal artist, and overall spiritual bombshell! She shares her story about how becoming more aware of her singing and spirituality through mindfulness practice helped her heal from vocal injury. She shares how she has helped many singers find personal healing and transformation through becoming aware of and experiencing the...

Tune in as I talk to Melissa V. Cartwright, vocal coach and founder of MVC Performance, as well as podcast host of Cafecito with the Coach. She shares her story about learning about her anxiety diagnosis, and how it has helped her have more compassion for herself, and hold space for her students. Melissa lovingly shares tips and advice as to how you to can help your students when they are struggli...

Have you ever wondered how healthy movement practice positively impacts the singing voice? Well then, tune in for this awesome conversation with Sarah Whitten, movement educator and vocal coach. She shares her journey from being a singer to healing her body through yoga and other movement practices. We talk about how so much of what is happening in our bodies and voice is connected to what is happ...

Tune in as I talk with Katie Crooks, hypnotherapist and vocal coach, about the journey that brought her to being a teacher and a hypnotherapist. She talks about what exactly is hypnotherapy and shares stories about the transformation it has had on herself and her students. She shares tips about how teachers can be more emotionally present for their students and hold space for their students'...

Tune in as I talk all about mindfulness and how to incorporate it more into your lessons. I share about my own personal journey with understanding mindfulness, talk about the benefits, and then share some simple and short tips about how you can easily add it into your lessons. Once you give it a try, contact me and let me know how it's going! You can email me at lauraseipert@gmail.com, or sen...

Tune in for my conversation with Anna Mosoriak, vocal coach and owner of  Sing Anyway Studio,  as she shares her personal story about experiencing vocal burnout, healing, and allowing big shifts and changes in what she thought her career would be. You will be inspired as she shares how her experience has helped her be a more compassionate and supportive teacher to her students. To get to know more...

Tune is for my conversation with Dr. Denise Ritter Bernardini & Toni Crowder, authors of the new book The Mindfulness of Singing: Creating a Harmonious Mind, Body, and Spirit.   Denise and Toni share their personal stories with singing and mindfulness practice, as well as their thoughts on working together to write a book. We discuss what makes singing a natural mindfulness practice, and steps...

Tune in as I talk with Aliah Elliott, voice teacher and mindfulness expert, about positive affirmations - in particular, what they are, why they are effective, and how can you integrate them easily into lessons with your students. Enjoy this heartfelt and personal conversation that will change the way you view positive affirmations. If you are interested in Aliah's Positive Affirmation cards,...

Tune in for my conversation with EmyLee McIntyre, life coach extraordinare. She shares a set of tools that help you to examine what is going on in your mind and find solutions to any problem that you may have. We delve into some common problems that voice teachers and choir teachers may encounter, and she walks me through how to use the tools in these situations to help teachers achieve the result...

Tune in for this amazing conversation I have with Ruby Rose Fox, multi-award winning musician and performer. In 2020, she created the very first nervous system state-shifting class for performers, based on cutting-edge research by Dr. Stephen Porges, which has transformed hundreds of performers. We talk all about the science behind trauma, how it effects the nervous system, and how singers and oth...

Tune in as I talk about goal setting in a way that maybe you haven't thought about before - for both you and your students. I'd love to hear from you! Contact me through Instagram - @themindfulvoiceteacher, or through email - lauraseipert@gmail.com. You can also leave comments and questions as a review. To get on my email list to receive FREE positive affirmation warm-ups on Wednesdays,...

Tune in for this awesome conversation with Lauren Ireland - Vocal Coach and owner of Singsana Studio. We talk all about imposter syndrome - what it is, why we get it, and how we can work through it and come out confident! Lauren and I both share personal experiences that are both vulnerable and relatable. I know you are going to love this episode. Sign up for Lauren's Imposter Syndrome webina...

Tune in as I speak with Lessia Bonn - songwriter, vocal coach, choir director, and engaging storyteller - about her experience leading a choir of teenage girls. We discuss the power of involving students in the creative process of song-writing and arranging, as well as the influence of inspiring lyrics. To get access to Lessia's songs and other resources, you can access them here . You can ge...

Tune in to this conversation  with Renee Maranan, voice teacher and life coach. We talk about the mental and emotional complexities of singing, and how to help our students navigate them. We also talk about the keys to building confidence in not only your voice but also in yourself, and how learning to sing builds life skills. Enjoy this uplifting and inspiring conversation! To get in touch with R...

Tune in for my conversation with Samuel Pond, LCSW. Sammy is a therapist and runs his own private practice, as well as a past guitar, ukulele, and voice instructor. He shares insight from his experience as a teacher and now a therapist as to what teachers can do to truly support their students and meet them where they are at. You don't want to miss out on this awesome conversation! To get in...