Vocal Tips in 10 with Amber Mogg Cathey

You're busy. You're tired. You barely have time to think, let alone think about your voice. But if you're a singer, speaker, or anyone who relies on your voice professionally, the chaotic seasons are exactly when your vocal care matters most. In this episode, Amber Mogg Cathey shares the strategies that got her through a cross-country move and a health scare without sacrificing her voice — proof t...

After 20+ years of coaching singers professionally, vocal coach Amber Mogg Cathey has heard the same questions come up again and again — and in this episode she's answering the five biggest ones. From why singers sound so different on a recording to how to get more power without straining, these are the questions every singer has asked at some point. Short, direct, and packed with real answers fro...

If you've been feeling stuck, disconnected, anxious, overwhelmed, or like you're carrying tension into your singing, this episode is for you. In this special guided episode of Vocal Tips in 10, licensed hypnotherapist Katie Crooks leads Amber through a Vocal Reset Hypnosis designed specifically for singers and performers. This isn't about learning more technique. It's about creating space. Space t...

If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do technically — you have the skills, the talent, the exercises — and yet something still feels blocked when you sing… this episode is for you. In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Mogg Cathey sits down with licensed hypnotherapist Katie Crooks to explore the connection between the mind, nervous system, emotions, and the voice — and why technique alo...

If you don't know  why  an exercise works — what it's actually doing in your voice — you're practicing in the dark. In this episode, vocal coach and certified vocal rehabilitation specialist Amber Mogg Cathey breaks down the single most transformative shift she sees in singers: the moment they stop just doing exercises and start understanding them. She shares a real story of a seasoned s...

Most singers believe their voice is the problem. It’s not. In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , Amber Mogg Cathey breaks down one of the most common patterns she sees in singers and voice-led artists: feeling stuck, strained, or limited—not because of their voice, but because of the training, messaging, and beliefs they’ve absorbed along the way. Many artists assume their voice “can’t” do c...

If your voice feels off—scratchy, swollen, stuck, or just not doing what you want—this episode is for you. Allergy season, post-nasal drip, congestion, travel, fatigue… it happens. And when it does, most singers either push through (not helpful) or stop singing altogether (also not helpful). In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , I’m walking you through a simple, strategic sequence of exercis...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re searching for  the  right way to sing… this episode is your permission to stop. Because here’s the truth: there isn’t just one. In this episode, I’m breaking down why great singers don’t rely on one perfect technique—they build options. Your voice isn’t a formula, it’s a skill. And the more ways you can access ease, power, and consistency, the more reliabl...

Why Your Vocal Practice Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It) If your vocal practice isn’t translating into real progress… this episode is for you. Most singers think they need to do more—more exercises, more songs, more time. But the real problem? You’re trying to work on  too many things at once. In this episode, I break down why that approach keeps you stuck—and what actually works instead. Yo...

Most singers focus on what they should be practicing… but overlook something just as important:  who they’re learning with. In this episode, vocal coach and Vocal Rehabilitation Specialist Amber Mogg Cathey explores the power of community and group learning—and why it can completely change the way your voice grows. You’ll learn: why group learning builds momentum and accountability how you le...

Ready for mix voice exercises that actually work? In this episode, we build on last week’s foundation with practical drills to help you connect your voice, smooth your break, and develop a strong, flexible mix. Learn how to coordinate your registers, use resonance effectively, and access both power and ease—without forcing. 🚨 Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise 🎥 Watch th...

If your mix voice feels inconsistent or strained, this episode breaks down the foundational work most singers skip—and how to build a voice that actually coordinates. 🚨 Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube 🎙️ Erase Your Break method & course 🌟 Vocal Pro Collective Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unlock the secret to a voice that carries with ease—without pushing or strain. In this episode, Amber Mogg Cathey shares simple tools and exercises that help singers create a  buzzier, more resonant sound . If you’ve ever wondered how great singers develop that forward, vibrant tone, this episode will help you feel exactly where resonance lives and how to activate it. You’ll explore practical...

Your performance starts long before you step on stage. In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , Amber Cathey shares the key habits that help singers show up energized, confident, and vocally ready for a performance. Learn how sleep, hydration, and smart food choices impact your voice, how to pace your vocal energy throughout the day, and how to use soundcheck to dial in your setup before the sh...

So many singers feel like they have a breathing problem. And while that can sometimes be the case, what often feels like poor breath “support” is actually incomplete vocal fold closure — air leaking through the sound instead of being efficiently used. When the vocal folds don’t connect fully and efficiently, phrases can feel breathy, unstable, and exhausting. You may feel like you’re constantly ru...

Your voice doesn’t exist in isolation — you are the instrument. In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , Amber Cathey explores how your physical health and mental state directly impact your singing. From injury and illness to stress, fatigue, and even subtle discomfort, what’s happening in your body and mind will always show up in your voice. You’ll learn why tension isn’t just “in your head,”...

Reflux doesn’t always show up as heartburn — and for singers, that matters. In this episode, I share my personal experience with  laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), or silent reflux , and how it affected my singing. We talk about the subtle vocal signs many singers miss, how LPR differs from  GERD , and why reflux is so often misunderstood in the voice world. I also share practical, singer-...

Have you ever sung a song that means so much to you — but performing it keeps pulling you back into a painful moment? This is a question I hear from singers all the time: How do I deliver an emotional performance without having to relive the hardest feelings every single time? In this episode, I share practical, sustainable tools that help singers communicate deep emotion  without emotionally...

What if  one small change  could make a massive difference in how your voice feels, sounds, and holds up over time? In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , Amber Cathey breaks down the power of  vocal budgeting  and why taking  short, intentional vocal breaks  throughout your day can dramatically improve vocal health, stamina, and longevity. If your voice often fe...

Stress doesn’t just affect your mindset—it affects your voice. In this episode, vocal coach Amber Cathey explains why high notes often feel harder or disappear entirely during stressful seasons. Learn how tension in the body interferes with vocal stretch, and hear simple, practical ways to calm your nervous system, release physical tension, and regain access to your upper range. 🚨 Grab Your FREE...

In this episode of  Vocal Tips in 10 , Amber Cathey addresses one of the most common questions singers ask:  How do I know if I’m singing wrong? Instead of chasing “perfect” technique, Amber offers a simpler, more grounded approach—two key questions every singer can use to check in with their voice:  Does it feel good?  and  Do I like how it sounds?  These questions h...

In this Season premiere of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Mogg Cathey offers a gentle reset for the new year. You'll reflect on what worked and what didn't in your vocal journey in 2025, using clear prompts to help you set supportive goals and intentions for 2026 - without the pressure to do it all at once. The episode also includes five simple vocal exercises to ease your voice back into motion, making...

December can be a lot — busy schedules, end-of-year pressure, holiday obligations, germs, exhaustion, and the added demands of singing and performing. In this final episode of 2025,  Amber Mogg Cathey  shares a compassionate, realistic approach to getting through the month without burning out. In this episode, Amber walks you through her  four pillars for surviving December as a sin...

Looking for vocal exercises that actually make a difference? In this week’s episode, vocal coach and rehabilitation specialist  Amber Mogg Cathey  shares her  seven  go-to exercises she’s using with singers every day — simple, effective tools you can use to warm up, release tension, build strength, and feel more connected to your voice. Inside the episode, you’ll get: •  A...

In this episode, Amber Mogg Cathey is joined by renowned artist development coach Wendy Parr for a powerful conversation on discovering your true artist identity. Wendy shares how real artist development starts with self-discovery, authenticity, and understanding the personal stories that shape who you are. Amber and Wendy discuss how to lean into your unique identity, connect more deeply with you...