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This week in my private CWVS Clubhouse Facebook group, Lucia asked: “What would you consider red flags for voice teachers?” Lucia had been studying with someone who was well aligned with her vocal goals a few years ago. She recently started studying with them again, only now to realize that this teacher was leading her to […]
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Have you ever struggled for a high note, felt out of breath after singing a single phrase, or experienced a break in your voice? Have you ever hoped to train your voice to sing in multiple styles but felt limited by your current abilities? If so, you’ve probably longed for a magic bullet that would […]
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How do I find my Mix Voice? And what is mixing anyway?? Have you ever tried to go for a high note and been thwarted by a massive crack in your voice? Have you ever wondered how to eliminate the break between your low notes and high notes? Learning how to mix should help you […]
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“Placement.” It’s a word singers love to use. I’d say it’s right up there with “breath control” as one of the terms singers use most often! But what is placement? And how do we actually find the “placement” we’re looking for? Shooting hoops—what leads to good placement? Let’s compare vocal placement to shooting a basketball. (Go with […]
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You’ve arrived at the climax of the song- this is it! Here come the big, exciting notes everyone is waiting for! And…! You completely run out of steam, breath, or vocal stamina and you crack, gasp for air, or pass out (ok, hopefully not that last one). Here’s a three-step process to give your best […]
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Have all your plans for 2020 been ripped into a million tiny pieces and then dumped into the Hudson? Yeah, mine too. On March 13th, I drove out of New York City and headed to Milwaukee, WI where my boyfriend Jordan lived. I expected to be away for a few weeks, max. In the meantime, I’d just […]
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Do Online Voice Lessons Work? Plus, the best Zoom audio settings for a successful lesson! Don’t take my word for it! I was worried starting online lessons. Are they as good as in-person lessons? And the answer is YES! The sound quality is a lot better than you would think and Chelsea is more than […]
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Some of the most recurring comments I hear from students in their first lesson with me go something like, “I need to fix my breath, “I’m trying to figure out my breathing, “I need more support and more breath,” and my favorite, “My last teacher worked with me on my breath support primarily and I […]
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I deleted TikTok and Instagram from my phone for all of December. No big announcement, I just took them off my phone and figured I’d see what happened. Why?! Well, I’m a mom of two young girls, December is easily the busiest time of the year, and by doing this I was hoping to create more mental […]
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We’re heading into Thanksgiving week, which always makes me want to slow down for a second — even if it’s just the three sips of a Diet Coke I get before someone yells “Mamaaaa!” from the other room — and take stock of what’s actually good and already here. This Monday on the Broadway Vocal Coach Podcast, […]
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Sometimes life throws you a delightful surprise you didn’t even realize you were waiting for. Back in March, I got a call from my dear colleague and friend based in London, Fiona McDougal. She’s the head vocal coach for all of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s productions around the globe. We worked together quite a bit pre-pandemic. […]
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Belt vs Mix Voice: What’s the Difference in Singing (and How to Belt Safely) Belt vs Mix: Clearing Up the Confusion If you’ve ever Googled “what is belting in singing?” or fallen into the belt vs mix voice debate online, you’ve probably noticed: people have very strong opinions about what counts as a “real” belt. […]
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If your mental energy was money, how much of it would you say you’ve given away for free this month? I see it all the time—singers who are careful with their voices, but reckless with their emotional capital. Your focus, confidence, and joy in singing (and life!!)?That’s expensive. Not everyone has earned the right to spend it. This […]
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Feeling Drained? Protect Your Energy With the Right Audition Mindset for Singers If your mental energy was money, how much of it have you given away for free this month? I see it all the time—singers who are careful with their vocal health but reckless with their emotional capital. Your focus, confidence, and joy in […]
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I'm a performer turned voice teacher turned champion for artists creating sustainable and fulfilling careers.
I'm an expert in mix voice and musical theatre performance. And I believe there's a place for every singer!
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