The FULL VOICE Podcast With Nikki Loney

FVPC #115 Stress Resiliency: Interview with Elizabeth Rotoff

07 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth Rotoff returns to the FULL VOICE podcast to discuss stress resiliency for teachers and their students. From breathing and meditation exercis...

FVPC #114 Women's Voices in Midlife, Menopause and Beyond

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Co-Author Cate Frazier-Neely discusses her upcoming book, "Singing Through Change: Women's Voices in Midlife, Menopause and Beyond" (with Nancy Bos ...

FVPC #113 Managing Expectations

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Expectations is a vastly underutilized communication skill that helps us avoid pain and suffering in our business. With better communication,...

FVPC #112 Interview with Dr. Nicholas Perna of Vocal Fri Podcast

07 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Nicholas Perna is our special guest with an insightful discussion about his research in Laryngeal Manipulation and the potential benefit it has f...

FVPC #111 The Fortune in Parental Feedback

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when your singers are not enjoying their lessons anymore? You reconnect with families and open the lines of communication! (The sooner,...

FVPC #110 Social Media 2020: Interview with Karen Michaels

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Social Media expert, Karen Michaels shares the latest trends and strategies for music educators using social platforms to promote their businesses. Fr...

FVPC #109 New Year Intentions for Your Music Studio: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! Most of us reflect on making a clean start personally in January, but what about in our music studios? Michelle Markwart Deveaux share...

FVPC #108 Spotlight on Multi-Teacher Studios: Interview with Cynthia Vaughn of Magnolia Music Studio

27 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Teaching artist, author, and presenter, Cynthia Vaughn shares her journey from academia to founding her highly successful Magnolia Music Studio. Throu...

FVPC #107 Inclusion in the Music Lesson Studio: Interview with Dianna Swenson

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dianna Swenson is well known in our industry for her advocacy and expertise in working with students of all abilities. Her successful home studio is c...

FVPC #106 Spotlight on Multi-Teacher Studios: Sand Dollar Music

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are many different business models for the multi-teacher studio. Voice Teacher, Christin Coffee Rondeau, and Flute teacher, Sarah Robertson have...

FVPC #105 The National Association of Teachers of Singing: Interview with Allen Henderson

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With over 7000 members, the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) is the largest professional organization for the voice professional. To...

FVPC #104 From Rote to Score: Teaching Young Singers New Songs.

30 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are many ways to introduce a new song to a young student. However, without a slowly paced, careful sequence, even a short, simple melody taught ...

FVPC #103 Step Away From the Piano: Unaccompanied Singing Activities

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How much are you relying on the piano to teach voice? Do you play every note of every exercise your students sing? Are you sitting at the piano bench ...

FVPC #102 Practicing Challenges and Strategies

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The forever challenge of getting students to practice is universal. Fear not! There are simple strategies and tools we can use to help inspire studen...

FVPC #101 Balancing Performing and Teaching: Interview with Jennifer Cooper

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice teachers wear many hats. Many of us are ‘Teaching Artists,’ trying to balance our performance schedules with the responsibilities of running...

FVPC #100 Episode Recap AND FREEBIE FRIDAY

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 100 recaps fantastic conversations from the seasons one, two, and three, celebrating the incredible guests who have shared their expertise on ...

FVPC #99 Branding Your Business: Interview with Sara Campbell

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Returning to the podcast is private music teacher and business coach, Sara Campbell. Our conversation is about branding your business. (Don’t let th...

FVPC #98 Marketing Your Teaching Studio: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice Teacher and business strategist, Michelle Markwart Deveaux returns to the podcast to inspire business-minded teachers to “share their story.”...

FVPC #97 Building Community in Your Studio: Interview with Kelli Barham

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice Teacher, Kelli Barham, shares her studio success story and her creative strategies for building a supportive community in her teaching studio. ...

FVPC #96 When you have to cancel students for an emergency

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I was teaching my first student on Monday when I learned of my father's sudden passing. We don't like to think about emergencies, but they are a part ...

FVPC #95 Teaching Contemporary Singing: Interview with John Henny

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice teacher, podcaster, vocal pedagogy course creator AND author, John Henny returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, Teaching Contemporary S...

FVPC #94 Historical Vocal Pedagogy: Interview with Justin Petersen

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our conversation with Justin Petersen about historical vocal pedagogy. Justin shares teaching philosophies and technical exercises from th...

FVPC #93 Historical Vocal Pedagogy: Interview with Justin Petersen (Part One)

13 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

“Understanding the trajectory of ideas on singing and teaching singing gives one the ability to stand on the shoulders of giants and learn from thei...

FVPC #92 Social Media Update with Karen Michaels

06 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Social media expert, Karen Michaels shares tips and trends for using social media channels for promoting your teaching studio. Savvy music teachers st...

FVPC #91 Active Listening (Freebie Friday)

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The 4th Season of the FULL VOICE Podcast is here with a discussion about active listening. Active listening is when we give the music our full attent...

FVPC #90 Mind Your Business: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We finish the third season of the FULL VOICE Podcast with our friend and business strategist, Michelle Markwart Deveaux. She outlines savvy business s...

FVPC #89 Money Mindset: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our relationship with money has a direct impact on how we run our teaching studios. Special guest, Michelle Markwart Deveaux returns to the podcast to...

FVPC #88 New Music for Young Singers: Interview with Donna Rhodenizer (part two)

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 88. we continue our conversation with music education specialist and composer, Donna Rhodenizer. Donna shares her passion for writing music...

FVPC #87 New Music for Young Singers: Interview with Donna Rhodenizer (Part One)

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you have been working with young singers, you have most likely enjoyed teaching a Donna Rhodenizer song (or two, or three) to your vocal students o...

FVPC #86 Interview with Vocologist Dr. Heather Nelson

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Vocology is the science and practice of vocal habilitation, or vocal training and therapy. For voice teachers interested in learning more about a Sing...

FVPC #85 Mindful Instruction: Interview with Steve Ferrell

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yoga and Meditation teacher, Steve Ferrell returns to the FULL VOICE Podcast to discuss, the mindful language within our instruction, encouraging our ...

FVPC #84 Recitals: Showcasing your students and your teaching studio

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recitals are opportunities to celebrate your students’ musical efforts AND a fantastic opportunity to showcase and promote your teaching studio. Pub...

FVPC #83 Productivity Tips for Teachers: Interview with Glory St. Germain

03 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Private Music teachers wear many hats and often struggle to find the balance between teaching, performing, learning, running a business, and caring fo...

FVPC #82 Traveling Teacher: Interview with Libby Wiebel

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Private music teacher, Libby Wiebel shares the pros, cons, and things-I-wish-had-known-when-I-got-started about teaching in students' homes. Discover ...

FVPC #81 First Lessons

20 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

First Lessons with new students (and their parents)can be awkward as everyone is trying to get to know each other and understand the routine of your s...

FVPC #80 Pinterest & Instagram for Voice Teachers: Interview with Karen Michaels

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice Teacher and Social Media expert, Karen Michaels returns to the FULL VOICE Podcast to answer questions about new Pinterest, and Instagram feature...

FVPC #79 Know Your Rights: Interview with Liz Craig

05 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Liz Craig is a professional private music teacher and an in-demand performing artist. Our conversation is about understanding employment rights. Are y...

FVPC #78 Adaptive Music Lessons: Interview with Becca Sampson

29 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Being creative and flexible in your teaching approach is essential in the private teaching studio. Facilitating adaptive lessons is teaching to the st...

FVPC #77 Lyric Discovery (Freebie Friday)

22 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do your voice students TRULY understand the story behind their song? Probably not as much as you would think.🤔 Many of our students struggle with r...

FVPC #76 Money Matters for Self-Employed Teachers: Interview with Jeremiah Johnson

15 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremiah Johnson is an opera singer turned financial expert with a passion for helping musicians make peace with their finances. In episode 76, we are...

FVPV #75 Social Media Check-in: Interview with Karen Michaels

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Social media expert, Karen Michaels returns to the podcast to keep us up to date with fantastic opportunities to promote our teaching studios on socia...

FVPC #74 Lesson Fee Structures: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

01 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Voice teacher and business strategist, Michelle Markwart Deveaux discuss the different lesson fee structures that voice teachers can offer their ideal...

FVPC #73 The Curse of Knowledge

23 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Curse of Knowledge is a sneaky cognitive bias that prevents YOU from being the best teacher you can be. Think you're not cursed? It trips up even ...

FVPC #72 Exploring Song Lyrics: Interview with Dana Lentini

15 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Returning guest, Dana Lentini shares her teaching strategies for discovering and exploring the lyrics of a song with young singers. From young beginne...

FVPC #71 Teaching New Languages: Interview with Dr. Tracey Ford

08 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When do you introduce a young singer to a new language? How do you begin the process? What about that tricky rolled or flipped "r" or blended vowels? ...

FVPC #70 Freebie Friday: Lip and Tongue Trill Exercises

01 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Lip and Tongue trill exercises are favorite go-to exercises for many voice teachers. As fantastic semi-occluded exercises, they have many useful appl...

FVPC #69 How Your Health Affects Your Voice: Interview with Elizabeth Rotoff

25 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Colds, flu, and poor general health bring stress and suffering to everyone, but for a voice teacher and singer, it means missed opportunity and lost i...

FVPC #68 Introductory (Small Group) Vocal Classes

18 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Introductory Vocal Classes are a unique opportunity for students age 6-8 years who love to sing and are new to lessons. This group lesson is a music s...

FVPC #67 Vocal Warm-Ups from Around the World {Part Three}

11 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Discussions about onset, using resistance bands with our vocal students and a very naughty tongue twister that will keep everyone laughing. Our trip a...

FVPC #66 Vocal Warm-Ups from Around the World {Part Two}

26 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Kid friendly exercises for helping with speech articulation and easy-peasy (and super effective) exercises to help coordinate switching between the re...

FVPC #65 Vocal Warm-ups (from Around the World) Part 1

21 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pack your bags - we are taking a trip around the world. We are stopping in on our friends and colleagues from around the globe and asking them about t...

FVPC #64 Vocal Instrument 101: Interview with Shannon Coates

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Returning Guest, Shannon Coates discusses her new online course: The Vocal Instrument 101. A fun and lively conversation about continuing education an...

FVPC #63 Accompanist or Backing Tracks

07 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After miserably hacking through a student’s song on the piano in the lesson the other day, I started thinking about challenges of accompanying our s...

FVPC #62 Finding GREAT Audition Songs: Interview with Nate Plummer

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Voice teachers are ALWAYS preparing students for auditions. What songs will give our students the best chances of landing the roll? Should you transpo...

FVPC #61 Student Retention

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping students engaged and participating in your teaching studio can be challenging. Yes, students often quit lessons for many reasons that are out ...

FVPC #60 Challenges in Your Teaching Studio as Life Goes On: Special Guest Michelle Markwart Deveaux

16 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Special returning guest, Michelle Markwart Deveaux discusses the unique challenges we face in our teaching studios depending on our age. Yes! Age matt...

FVPC #59 Creating Your Own Music Resources: Interview with Mim Adams

09 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you are interested in creating music teaching resources - This podcast is for you. My dearest friend and faithful colleague, Mim Adams dropped into...

FVPC #58 Songs for Young Singers: Interview with composer Glyn Lehmann

02 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Nikki talks to Australian composer Glyn Lehmann about his modern, pop-infused music for young singers. Children around the world have enjoyed singing ...

FVPC #57 Freebie Friday: Exploring ONSET with Young Singers

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vocal onset is a big topic in most voice studios - but how do you explore this with young singers? We came up with a kid-friendly vocalise that uses g...

FVPC #56 Inside My Music Staff

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The dedicated team from My Music Staff are helping savvy music teachers run their teaching business online. Nikki talks with Dan and Dasa from My Musi...

FVPC #55 Vocal Exploration Exercises

13 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Vocal exploration exercises are whole body activities that encourage students to use their voice in fun and creative ways. Often reserved for the youn...

FVPC #54 Sane Singing: Interview with Brian Lee

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest, Brian Lee discusses his new book, Sane Singing: A Guide to Vocal Progress. His book is “about self-advocacy - taking control of the c...

FVPC #53 Spooky Vocal Warm-Ups 2 (With Wicked Repertoire Recommendations)

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Halloween Season is here! (And so is our new FREEBIE Friday download!) Using the scary themes from Halloween can be a fun time in the private teac...

FVPC #52 - Movable DO, Fixed DO, Numbers and Note Names - Oh My!

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Helping young music students to understand the language of music requires a system or method. There are many different music systems including movable...

FVPC #51 Breathe, Sing, Move: Interview with Rachel Goldenberg and Jessica

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Professional Singing Teacher, Rachel Goldenberg, and Physiotherapist, Jessica DeMars are working together with a one of a kind program called Breathe,...

FVPC #50 Vocalization Tools (Part 2)

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In podcast #50 we finish the discussion about vocalization tools and we bring back great clips from season one and season two. We also close out seaso...

FVPC #49 Vocalization Tools

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Long gone are the days of only teaching singing by rote. There are so many tools, props, and toys that can help our singers warm-up the voice, connect...

FVPC #48 Social Media for Private Teachers: Interview with Karen Michaels

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Using social media for your teaching studio is non-negotiable. It is a business essential. If you are unsure, overwhelmed or need some catch-up inform...

FVPC #47 More Than Changing Voices: Interview with Patti Barrow

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Voice Teachers are very aware of the voice changes in our adolescent singers, but our young men are dealing with many other challenges. My special gue...

FVPC #46 Vocal Exercise Masterclass: with Dana Lentini, Brian Lee, and Shannon Coates

30 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded from the 2018 NATS convention in Las Vegas, my talented colleagues share the HOW and WHY of their favorite exercises. From exercises to help ...

FVPC #45 Interview with Donna Rhodenizer and Andy Duinker

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Computer Cat, Ed the Invisible Dragon, I'm Wishing and Forty Little Birdies. If you haven't heard of these fun and educational songs by Donna Rhodeniz...

FVPC #44 Don't Be Afraid to Raise Your Rates

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You know it is time to raise your lessons rates and tuition fees. For some of you, it is well overdue. Making changes to your business is scary and ye...

FVPC #43 Movement in the Voice Lesson: Interview with Christin Coffee Rondeau

29 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In podcast #43, Our special guest, Christin Coffee Rondeau shares her passion for working with young singers and how she incorporates Orff-inspired mo...

FVPC #42 Small Group Vocal Classes

14 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been thinking about offering small group classes? There are fantastic opportunities for voice teachers to work with small ensembles and vocal...

FVPC #41 Teen Girl's Singing Guide: Interview with Nancy Bos

03 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Bos is a Sing, Voice Actor, Singing Teacher, Published Author and the Host of Every Sing Podcast. In this interview, Nancy discusses her new boo...

FVPC # 40 Preschool Music Classes with Ben Bowen

23 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Bowen is a Preschool Children's Music Educator from Hamilton, Ontario. He discusses the challenges of facilitating immersive music programs for ch...

FVPC #39 Beyond Technical Exercises and Repertoire

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Technical exercises, warm-ups, and repertoire development are the core of a great lesson, but Nikki has a list of "other" topics and activities that w...

FVPC #38 Teacher/Parent Relationships

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast #38 is about the ever so challenging, Parent - Teacher relationship. If you are working with young singers, you are working with Moms and Dads...

FVPC #37 The Young Singing Larynx: Interview with Dana Lentini

27 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Voice Teacher and pedagogue, Dana Lentini shares her passion and detailed research about teaching young children to sing. She discusses the Young Sin...

FVPC #36 Building your Community of Colleagues: Interview with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

08 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Our special guest, voice teacher, and savvy business coach, Michelle Markwart Deveaux talks about growth mindset, the importance of connecting with su...

FVPC # 35 - Alignment vs Posture: Interview with Sarah Whitten

14 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Voice and Yoga Teacher Sarah Whitten talks about helping singers connect to their whole body and shares great resources for voice teachers. Whether yo...

FVPC #34 - Working with Adult Avocational Students

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Adults who are interested in "singing for fun" can be a blessing (or a curse) for the private music teacher. In this podcast, we discuss the pros and ...

FVPC #33 Working with kids with Special Needs: Interview with Amanda Broadfoot

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

April is Autism Awareness month and our special Guest, Amanda Broadfoot, is a voice and piano teacher from Tallahassee Florida. She is the Creative Di...

FVPC #32 - Act it out! Interview with Nate Plummer

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Every singer is an actor, (but not every actor is a singer). In this podcast, professional actor, singer and music educator, Nate Plummer shares his t...

FVPC #31 Recitals With A Rhythm Section

28 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is for voice teachers who are hosting contemporary commercial recitals (or "unrecitals") and are interested in giving students the opport...

FVPC #30 - 10 ways to Earn More Money from your Teaching Studio

09 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In podcast #30 we are talking about our relationship with money and how it has a direct effect on how we run our businesses. Includes a top 10 list of...

FVPC #29 Interview with John Henny - Skype Lessons and the New Science of Singing

27 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, we talk with renown LA Vocal Coach, podcast host and online course creator, John Henny about teaching long distance voice lessons (Sk...

FVPC #28 Studio Spotlight: Nicola Cantan and the 30 day Music Teaching Studio Refresh

10 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! Looking for some New Year inspiration? In this podcast, we talk with Nicola Cantan. Nicola is a piano teacher, resource creator, and m...

FVPC #27 Effective Lesson Pacing for Young Singers(Part 2)

06 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is part two in the series about lesson pacing for our young voice students. Nikki shares ten teacher and student tested activities that h...

FVPC #26 Effective Lesson Pacing for Young Singers (Part One)

26 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is all about effective lesson pacing for Young Singers. Great lesson pacing in the private teaching studio is a challenge - for any disci...

FVPC #25 Helping beginner students with first performances

10 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, we are sharing simple teaching strategies that can help your beginner students (of any age) who are preparing for their first perform...

FVPC #24 Halloween Special: Spooky Vocal Warm-Ups

23 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

SCARY! This halloween themed podcast is all about helping young singers with minor scales, minor triads and chromatic passages. It includes strategies...

FVPC #23 - Favorite Vocal Exercises and Warm-ups

20 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what vocal exercises your colleagues are using in their teaching studios? In this podcast, we bring back expert guests and ask ...

FVPC #22 Jaw Tension, TMJ and Bruxism: Interview with Physiotherapist Claire Corbett

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is all about jaw tension including temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) and Bruxism. Our special guest, Registered Physiotherapist C...

FVPC# 21 Welcoming Back Students After the Summer Break: 6 Tips for a Great year of Teaching

25 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Many Private Music Teachers are gearing up their studios for another year of teaching after the summer break. This podcast includes 6 fantastic teache...

FVPC #20 The Art Of Teaching Transfer Students: Interview with Jennifer Smele

12 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest, Jennifer Smele shares her research and teaching strategies when working with "Transfer Students". (Student who have previous lesson exp...

FVPC # 19 - Strategies for Students Struggling with Stillness: Interview With Shannon Coates

21 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our special Guest, Shannon Coates, shares her experience and strategies for working with our young singers who are struggling to keep still and focus ...

FVPC #18 - Updating Your Lesson Studio Policy

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Private Music Teachers - Is it time to raise your rates? Maybe your fees are fine, but you're stressed by frequent cancellations, annoying make-up le...

FVPC #17 Voice Exams with Joan Heels

28 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest, Voice teacher and examiner, Dr. Joan Heels shares her insight, stories and some very important do's and don't's for singers preparing f...

FVPC #16 - How To Fire A Student

12 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about being professional, courteous and graceful when letting a student go. Firing a student is never easy - so we talk strategies...