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Hosted by BAST Training expect interviews and conversations to inspire and inform singing teachers and singers who are ready to teach. ABOUT BAST TRAINING We are here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills, understanding and qualifications required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill. Start with the Foundition course or level up into a Level 5 qualification. https://basttraining.com | info@basttraining.com | FB & IG @basttraining

  1. 1d ago

    Ep.262 Breaking Down Barriers: Making Arts Education Accessible for All with RABBLE Theatre

    What happens when arts education becomes truly accessible? In this inspiring episode, Alexa speaks with Georgina from RABBLE Theatre about breaking down barriers to participation, building confidence through performance, and creating meaningful pathways for young people and adults in the arts. From nurturing performers to supporting wellbeing, creativity, and community engagement, this conversation is packed with insights for singing teachers, drama educators, arts leaders, and anyone passionate about the transformative power of creative education.    WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?   3:25 What is RABBLE Theatre?   5:00 The RABBLE mission  7:27 Education and Youth programmes at RABBLE  12:07 RABBLE is looking for freelance singing teachers!   13:31 The wellbeing benefits of the arts   15:36 Getting financial support from RABBLE  17:22 Nurturing Performers   19:53 Fundraising tips  23:21 Pushback and grants   25:25 Make a donation    About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS  Seamus Allen (Improvisation)  Holiday Activities Fund  Chris Mitchell   Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.222 The Rise of AI: What it Means for Singers and Singing Teachers    Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.226 The Rise of AI: Practical Tools and Strategies for the Singing Teacher   Arts Council  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.162 Voices of the South West: Building Community with the Southwest Voice Hub   Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.224 Your Brain on Art: The Science of Creativity and Healing    ABOUT THE GUEST    RABBLE Theatre is an education charity that tells local stories of national significance. They have a large education department, engaging over 2,000 young people and adults every year, 141 of whom access their work through the RABBLE access fund.     Website  @rabble_theatre on Instagram  @rabbletheatre on Tik Tok  Contact RABBLE to collaborate  🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    32 min

  2. May 26

    Ep.261 Managing Performance Nerves: Tools For Singers & Singing Teachers with Laura Dumbleton

    Why do performers experience stage fright, even when they love being on stage? In this episode, voice coach and breathwork teacher Laura Dumbleton joins Alexa to unpack performance anxiety, fight-or-flight responses, and practical tools to manage nerves before, during and after singing or public speaking. Expect honest stories, functional techniques, confidence strategies, and advice for singers, performers and vocal coaches navigating stage fright.    WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?   2:39 What is stage fright?   4:17 Why might a singer experience stage fright?   5:55 Why has performing not evolved to become less stress-provoking?   9:40 Symptoms of stage fright to look out for   12:59 Is it true that ‘some nerves can be helpful?’   15:25 The Boiling Pot Analogy   19:20 Stage fright myth busting   21:39 Strategies for stage fright    About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.156 Part Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios  Dave Cottrell: @mindsetbydave  Stress Less: Breath More - Simple Breathing Exercises for Stress Relief  Sarah Joyce: @sarahjoycesings  Jessie J - Watch Me Work Through a Panic on Stage   Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.80 Understanding Music Performance Anxiety    ABOUT THE GUEST  Laura Dumbleton is a Stage Fright Coach, Voice Coach and Breathwork Teacher with over fourteen years of experience working with singers and voice teachers. She specialises in why technically prepared singers still struggle under pressure, and what can be done about it. She is passionate about getting rid of “just practice more!” as a solution and instead replacing it with actual tools to address the underlying problem.  Laura works from her studio in Lincolnshire and online with clients worldwide, offering 1:1 coaching, group workshops, and courses covering musical theatre voice, stage fright, and performance confidence. Her Stage Fright workshops bring together the science of performance anxiety, vocal technique, and nervous system regulation, giving singers and teachers practical tools for building genuine confidence that holds up under pressure. Breathwork runs through everything she does, from coherence breathing to conscious connected breathwork, whether as a standalone session or woven into performance coaching.  She holds a Masters of Research from the University of Edinburgh specialising in performance anxiety in singers, alongside being an IVA Advanced Instructor and qualified Breathwork Facilitator and Teacher with Breathing Space.  Website  Instagram  🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    47 min

  3. May 20

    Ep.260 The Return of In-Person Training: Our Singing Teacher Intensive in Manchester with Line Hilton

    What happens when singing teachers step away from screens and come together in one room? In this episode, Line Hilton shares why BAST is bringing back live, in-person singing teacher training with a special intensive weekend in Manchester, exploring the power of community, CPD, vocal pedagogy, networking, and hands-on learning. Discover who the event is for, what topics will be covered, and why investing in your development as a singing teacher could transform both your confidence and your teaching. Plus, find out how to get your tickets, access an exclusive podcast discount, and join us on 20–21 June.    WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?  1:36 What happens in a room full of singing teachers that can’t happen online?   3:00 What has BAST been cooking up?   7:11 How to get a ticket  8:37 The BAST Intensive schedule   11:17 What might I take away from a weekend intensive event?   14:32 What if I don’t know anyone?   17:15 What is Line the most excited about?     About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS    Line Hilton   Focus On Events  Manchester College    GET YOUR TICKETS FOR THE BAST MANCHESTER INTENSIVE 2026 HERE  YOUR SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE: STTINTENSIVESPECIAL  🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    19 min

  4. May 13

    Ep.259 Can You Teach Singing Without Demonstrating? with Line Hilton

    How important is it that the singing teacher can actually demonstrate the sound they are asking of the singer? This week, Line and Alexa are unpacking the hidden realities behind vocal demonstration, and why giving a demo isn’t always that simple. From physiology and hormones to stamina preservation, this conversation might just make you rethink the expectations we place on ourselves as singing teachers, whilst also recognising the very real importance of keeping our own voices ready.   WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?  2:33 How important is it for a singing teacher to demonstrate?   4:32 When should a singing teacher demonstrate?   6:33 Demonstration and physiology  10:49 Demonstration and the opposite sex  15:48 Demonstration and illness   20:55 Demonstration and injury  25:54 Demonstration and the working singer     31:00 Demonstrating and hormones    About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS    Line Hilton   Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.254 Lessons Learned in the First Year of Teaching Singing with Mark Lowman  Vocalzone  Vocalzone, Saviours or Destroyers? Article    Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.257 Inside the Voice Clinic: Common Vocal Problems & What Happens Next with ENT Mr Nicholas Gibbins  Ejae   Renée Fleming  Singing and The Premenstrual Voice Article   Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.102 Understanding Singing and Menopause with Joanna Bozeman  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet  🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    40 min

  5. May 5

    Ep.258 10 Plus ‘Legit’ Songs for Musical Theatre Singers with Alexa Terry

    In this episode, Alexa dives into the often-misunderstood world of legit musical theatre singing, unpacking what the style really means, why so many performers feel lost when approaching it, and how teachers can guide singers through the journey with confidence. From Golden Age roots to contemporary legit crossovers, she explores key vocal characteristics, common challenges, and practical repertoire suggestions to help singers build versatility without overwhelm.    WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST  0:42 Defining ‘legit’  4:16 Common technical challenges   5:44 10+ ‘legit’ song ideas    About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS  musicnotes.com  So You Want To Sing Musical Theatre by Amanda Flynn   NATS  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre    ABOUT THE GUEST  Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space.     SEE FULL BIO HERE   Website  Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching   🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    15 min

  6. Apr 29

    Ep.257 Inside the Voice Clinic: Common Vocal Problems & What Happens Next with ENT Mr Nicholas Gibbins

    What are the most common vocal issues singers actually face, and how can we prevent them without falling into the trap of overthinking every tiny symptom? In this engaging and refreshingly honest chat, ENT voice specialist Nick Gibbins breaks down the patterns he sees in clinic, alongside practical insights on building vocal stamina and injury prevention. The conversation tackles what can actually be detected via laryngostroboscopy, reflux, hypermobility, rehabilitation, and Nick also tackles some questions from you, the listeners. Expect expert knowledge, myth-busting, and plenty of down-to-earth, relatable discussion that every singer and teacher will benefit from hearing. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 5:21 What singers does Nick see in clinic? 8:16 Patterns of challenge and injury in singers 13:06 Reflux 17:38 Preparing for vocal load increase 24:10 What can you actually tell about a singer via laryngostroboscopy? 26:46 Hypermobility 36:25 Surgery and recovery 41:08 Singing teachers and rehabilitation 47:52 Can you feel your vocal folds? 54:22 Vocal hygiene without the hype About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Declan Costello Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.87 87 How to Manage Allergies and Upper Respiratory Infections Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.201 Working with Hypermobile Singers British Laryngological Association CEORL-HNS Congress ABOUT THE GUEST  Mr Nicholas Gibbins is a Consultant Laryngologist and Head & Neck Surgeon at the University Hospital Lewisham. Trained in London and the South-East of England, Nick has built a reputation as an excellent surgeon, teacher and lecturer. Patient outcomes are a key focus for Nick and, along with the whole of the renowned voice team at Lewisham, has built the largest Voice Database in Europe to analyse outcomes. His key interests in the voice are the diagnosis and treatment of vocal fold scars and sulci, and the care and treatment of the professional voice. More recently he has been sought after to lecture on musculoskeletal problems that can either originate in the larynx causing muscle tension imbalance or that arising distally and effect the biomechanics of the voice. He has built a team that can address all these issues that includes speech therapists, osteopaths, vocal rehabilitation coaches, kinetic chain specialists, gastroenterologists, neurologists and more. He writes and publishes regularly and is the current Editor of the Chapter on the Larynx for Gray’s Anatomy (43rd Ed). His term of office as President of the British Laryngological Association began in 2025. 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    1h 3m

  7. Apr 21

    Ep.256 The Neuroscience of Singing: What the Singer's Brain Needs with Heidi Moss Erickson

    A fascinating deep dive into what really happens inside the singer’s brain, this episode explores the surprising intersection of neuroscience, pedagogy, and creativity. Joined by renowned voice expert Heidi Moss Erickson, the conversation unpacks how singing is both incredibly complex and beautifully instinctive revealing why play, imagination, and even a bit of “crazy” can unlock better vocal performance. This episode challenges singers and teachers alike to embrace a more brain-friendly, joyful approach to vocal training. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? 4:19 Is singing really that complex? 7:58 Nature Vs. Nuture 10:19 Brain data for singing 12:03 The order of things: The Holy Grail P1 23:10 Integral parts to the brain’s prediction for singing 29:42 Neurodiversity inclusivity 34:02 The role of intention 39:12 The order of things: The Holy Grail P2 46:26 The brain and learning expectations 54:29 Who needs to understand ‘singing in the brain?’ About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS The work of Richard Miller Erich Jarvis Heidi’s Singing in the Brain Series The work of Ingo Titze Voce Vista Singing With Your Whole Self by Samuel H Nelson & Elizabeth L Blades Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.63 Developing a Singer’s Self Awareness And Clarifying Intention Edward Chang UCSF Journal of Singing  ABOUT THE GUEST Heidi Moss Erickson is an acclaimed soprano, educator, and scientist who has performed on major national and international stages and with leading regional opera companies. A strong advocate for contemporary music, she has premiered works by renowned composers and collaborated with artists such as Jake Heggie and Tarik O’Regan. She has earned top honors in prestigious vocal competitions, including the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. Her academic background in voice, biology, and neuroscience has also led to contributions to significant scientific publications. After a rare nerve injury, Erickson developed an innovative, neuroscience-based approach to vocal pedagogy, now applied across multiple musical genres. She teaches and lectures internationally and shares her work through publications, courses, and her “Singing in the Brain” series. Committed to accessibility, she founded a non-profit providing voice lessons to underserved communities and continues to connect science and singing through her research and writing. SEE FULL BIO HERE Website 🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    59 min

  8. Apr 15

    Ep.255 ‘Stop Faking It! Sound’ Book Review with Alexa Terry

    Get the honest lowdown before you buy in this fun, insightful review episode of Stop Faking It! Sound. Alexa breaks down whether this book really delivers for singing teachers and vocal coaches, without the usual dry, sleep-inducing science. Along the way, Alexa unpacks key concepts in a way that actually sticks, complete with stories and real-world examples. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by sound science or wondered which resources are truly worth your time and money, this episode will help you decide with confidence.    About the presenter HERE   RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS  (NSTA) National Science Teaching Association   Evolve by Chris Johnson  Brian Diskin  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.248 Thyroid Tilt Under the Microscope: Perception vs Physiology  Ken Bozeman  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.146 How to Understand and Apply Vocal Acoustic Pedagogy  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.172 Understanding Acoustic Registers   Chadley Ballantyne  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.52 Getting to Grips with Vocal Acoustics   Ian Howell  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.237 Beyond the Vocal Tract: How the Brain Shapes What We Hear     ABOUT THE GUEST  Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, acts as mentor and unit tutor for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practice and The Sing Space.     SEE FULL BIO HERE   Website  Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching   🎁 Free Resource: Get your copy of How to Assess the Singer’s Voice with Confidence — a practical guide to help you understand what’s going on in any singer’s voice.  >>> DOWNLOAD HERE At BAST Training, we help singers turn their experience into a meaningful teaching career. Building the confidence, knowledge, and real-world skills to teach with confidence, clarity, and compassion. “The BAST Advanced Foundation has given me more than the tools I need to teach — it’s given me confidence, a community, and a future.” Jess McGlinchey, UK Start with the foundations >>> ENROL NOW basttraining.com | Stay Updated

    15 min
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Hosted by BAST Training expect interviews and conversations to inspire and inform singing teachers and singers who are ready to teach. ABOUT BAST TRAINING We are here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills, understanding and qualifications required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill. Start with the Foundition course or level up into a Level 5 qualification. https://basttraining.com | info@basttraining.com | FB & IG @basttraining

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  • Creator
    BAST Training
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    261
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