Chelsea's Blog

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, […]

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. […]

Have you ever thought to yourself:“I must be missing something… everyone else seems to understand mix voice, but I don’t”? You’re not alone.In fact, I hear this exact frustration from singers all the time. 😬 It usually sounds like: Here’s the thing: if you’ve ever felt that way, it’s not because you’re broken or because mix is […]

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. […]

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 […]