"Breathe from the diaphragm""Place your sound"...heard these phrases before? These phrases aren't quite accurate, and I explain WHY they're vocal myths in this week's episode. Enjoy!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
Disclaimer: you do NOT need to practice when your voice isn't feeling 100%! If you're reaaaally sick, rest is best. But if you're looking to hone your skills and you've got some energy...tune into this episode to discover how you can practice (without actually singing!).Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
I had a great time chatting with music therapist (and close friend!) Taylor Robichaux on this week's episode of No Wrong Notes! In this episode, Taylor shares what music therapy really looks like, as well as how you can enjoy the therapeutic benefits of music. Enjoy!Connect with Taylor here.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
It's been a minute since I've shared a meditation episode, and figured that this week was the perfect week to get back into it! This week's meditation is designed to loosen the grip that your singing fears have on you, with a calming practice that will hopefully lower your anxiety around singing. Disclaimer: if you feel uncomfortable at any point while listening to this meditation, please press pause on this episode. My intention isn't to trigger listeners, but to give you another tool for working with your performance anxiety.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
If you've spent any amount of time on #singingtip TikTok or Instagram, you've probably seen videos talking about mixing and belting. But what exactly ARE belting and mixing, and why does it seem like each voice teacher has a different definition of what it is? Don't fear---Breanne Rourke of The Honest Voice Co is here to break it down for us! Learn more about Breanne and The Honest Voice Co here.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
It's been a long time since I've done a Q&A episode, so I thought I'd answer YOUR questions on this week's pod. In this episode I share a vocal exercise I use when I have to warm up in a hurry, advice for how to like the sound of your voice, and some music recommendations.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here.Find out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
We've got another fabulous interview episode! This week I'm sharing my conversation with Abby Halpin of Forte Performance PT. If you had no idea that physical therapy was important for singers and musicians...I didn't either! In this episode Abby shares important tools for singers and musicians, so that you can keep your instrument in tip-top physical shape. Enjoy!Find out more about Abby's work here: https://www.forteperformancept.com/Follow Abby on Instagram!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
I’m SO excited for you to listen to this week’s episode with Lara Chapman of Voxtape Studios! Lara is a singer/songwriter, and together with her fellow coaches at Voxtape Studios, she regularly helps singers achieve their songwriting goals. In this episode, Lara shares how she got started with writing her own songs, and she also shares practical tips for how you can share your own story through song. Get your FREE copy of Lara’s Songwriting Framework using code VEROSE7 here.Learn more about the Songwriting Masterclass that Voxtape Studios is hosting here.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
Singers and musicians are using AI to write and create songs...but *should* we be using it? I share my hot takes on AI in this week's episode.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here.Find out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
I've been saving this episode for a while now, because it's a special one! This week's guest is Andre "Dre" Jackson-Hall, who is head choir director at Akins Early College High School in Austin, TX AND longtime friend of mine. Dre is an inspiration to his students---he literally built his current choral program from the ground up---and I know you'll be inspired by his story. In this episode, he shares his journey from finding his voice through choir, to now helping his own students find THEIR voices. Enjoy!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
There's a LOT of singing tips out there on social media and YouTube. But can you *actually* train your voice using IG Reels and TikToks? Let's talk about it!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here.Find out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
We've talked a lot about performance anxiety on this podcast, but actual PRACTICAL tools can sometimes be hard to find when it comes to anxiety before an audition or a performance. Don't worry---performance coach Sophie Adickes is here to help! Take a listen and gain the tools you've been missing when it comes to performance anxiety.Check out Sophie's upcoming workshop!Follow Sophie on Instagram.Subscribe to Sophie's newsletter here.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
We're baaaack from summer break, and this week I'm sharing my tips for achieving your singing goals faster this year. Speed isn't everything, but this one is for you if you've been hitting a a wall when it comes to your singing dreams. Cheers!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here.Find out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
I'm giving myself a summer break from the podcast! I'll be back in the late summer/early fall with a ton of new episodes :)Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
We talk a lot about performance anxiety on No Wrong Notes, but what if we've been thinking about this topic all wrong? *insert gasp* In this week's episode, I sit down with Gökçe Kutsal to discuss what we get wrong about performance anxiety, as well as practical tips for handling nerves onstage. Enjoy!Follow Gökçe on Instagram!Join the waitlist for Gökçe's program, DEVELOP: Enjoyable Music Practice here: https://www.gokcekutsal.com/develop-waitlistWant to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
It seems like everyone is struggling with allergies lately, which is what inspired this episode! If you're struggling to keep singing through allergy season, then this episode is for you! Enjoy.Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
When life gets overwhelming...how do you stay consistent with your singing?!? We get into this exact topic in this week's episode. Enjoy!Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
This week's episode is a gem of a conversation that I had with fellow voice teacher & life coach, Renee Maranan. In the episode, we chat about how Renee uses songwriting and singing as a healing tool, and how singers can use music as a way to navigate their own struggles. Enjoy this beautiful conversation with Renee and learn more about her work here: https://www.reneemaranan.com/Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
Your singing practice can be whatever you want it to be, but if you're trying to make progress in your singing and are struggling with practicing, then this episode is for you. Take a listen to the three biggest makes I see singers make when it comes to practicing their singing, so you can make your OWN singing practice more efficient. Enjoy! Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero
This week's episode is another fabulous interview, this time with Anna Mosoriak! Anna is a fellow singer & voice teacher who practices trauma-informed teaching in her own studio, and in this episode she shares why experiencing safety in singing spaces is important. I had a great time speaking with Anna, and I hope you enjoy this episode!Find out more about Anna and her work: https://www.singanywaystudio.com/Want to book a free trial lesson with me? Click here: https://fons.app/@veronicakokas/individual?staffId=b445977c-a22b-11eb-874b-e3a5c262c49bFind out more about my Curious Singer Membership, an on-demand voice coaching service: https://www.veronicarosemusic.com/curioussingerFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verosemusic/Follow me on TikTok @singwithvero