Voice with Vielka: Teaching Kids To Sing With Confidence

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Voice with Vielka: Teaching Kids To Sing With Confidence

About the PodcastThis show is for people passionate about teaching kids to sing with confidence! Topics are centered around the five pillars of The Vielka Method™: singer’s mindset, songs you love, singing tools, sight singing, and songtelling. Meet amazing people and gain best practices to help you grow as a singer, educator, entrepreneur, and human being.About VielkaBased in NYC, Vielka's mission is to help humanity sing. With over 25 years in music education, she is the founder of the international voice studio, Vielka’s Young Singers Academy, and The Vielka Method™ voice education approach. Previously, Vielka worked for Juilliard, Carnegie Hall, and NYU where she served as a thought partner for music teachers and creator of music education resources. Learn more about Vielka at www.vielka.com and follow her at @voicewithvielka.

  1. Mindfulness & Trauma-Informed Care with Singing Voice Specialist, Megan Durham

    OCT 22

    Mindfulness & Trauma-Informed Care with Singing Voice Specialist, Megan Durham

    Send us a textEPISODE SUMMARYWhat does it mean to offer your students choice and agency in their vocal development? How can mindfulness reshape the way you approach teaching? In this episode of Voice with Vielka, we are joined by the insightful Megan Durham, a renowned voice teacher, vocologist, and advocate for trauma-informed care in voice education. Get ready to dive into an empowering conversation where Megan shares her unique approach to creating safe, supportive spaces for young singers...

    56 min
  2. Turning Practice into Play with Practice Space Co-Founder, Robert Miller

    OCT 10

    Turning Practice into Play with Practice Space Co-Founder, Robert Miller

    Send us a textLooking for a way to hook students on practice?Join us as we chat with Robert Miller, co-founder of the Practice Space app – the game-changing app that makes music practice exciting for kids of all ages! 🎶 Discover how this innovative tool keeps students motivated, gamifies practice, and makes life easier for music teachers. We’ll explore the benefits, share real-life success stories, and give you tips on how to use this app to level up your music practice game. Whether you’re a...

    52 min
  3. Breaking Barriers: Emily DenBleyker’s Strategies for Adult Beginners

    SEP 17

    Breaking Barriers: Emily DenBleyker’s Strategies for Adult Beginners

    Send us a textWhat if you could help your students not only sing, but conquer their fears?In this episode, Emily DenBleyker—a voice teacher, actor, and singer from Seattle—shares her mission of making singing accessible to everyone, even those who believe they “can’t sing.” With over 20 years of experience, Emily discusses her three-pronged approach to teaching adult beginners, focusing on self-efficacy (building confidence in their abilities), participation (encouraging active engagement ove...

    50 min
  4. The Future of Voice Lessons: Integrating Video Coaching into the Voice Studio

    SEP 3

    The Future of Voice Lessons: Integrating Video Coaching into the Voice Studio

    Send us a textIn this episode of Voice with Vielka, the focus is on enhancing your teaching by incorporating videos into your lessons. The episode explores how video content can create flexible, engaging learning experiences tailored to meet students where they are, regardless of their schedules.One example shared is about Sarah, an adult beginner passionate about singing, who struggled to find time for live lessons. By leveraging step-by-step video lessons, Sarah was able to make significant...

    31 min
  5. In Conversation with Nevada’s 2024 Teacher of the Year, Laura Jeanne Penrod

    AUG 22

    In Conversation with Nevada’s 2024 Teacher of the Year, Laura Jeanne Penrod

    Send us a textIn this episode, Laura Jean Penrod, an award-winning educator and advocate, shares insights on how personalized, competency-based learning (CBL) and technology can transform education. She emphasizes that instead of adhering to rigid pacing guides, educators should focus on meeting students where they are, allowing them to learn at their own pace while mastering the necessary skills. This approach, combined with thoughtful integration of technology like AI tools, can help reduce...

    58 min
  6. Playful Learning with Miami Children's Museum's Natalie Williams

    JUN 21

    Playful Learning with Miami Children's Museum's Natalie Williams

    Send us a textWhat is museum education? Join us as Natalie Williams, Director of Education at Miami Children's Museum, explains this unique learning space where children engage through play and connect with their community and collections. In this episode, Natalie shares her 16+ years of experience in shaping young minds as a director of preschools across Florida and Manhattan. Natalie's insights are invaluable and applicable to all ages. Discover her holistic approach that focuses on e...

    57 min
  7. Teaching with Insight: Becoming a Mental Health-Informed Teacher, Featuring Psychotherapist and Vocal Coach, Petra Borzynski

    MAY 1

    Teaching with Insight: Becoming a Mental Health-Informed Teacher, Featuring Psychotherapist and Vocal Coach, Petra Borzynski

    Send us a textWhat does it mean to be a mental-health informed teacher? How do we navigate the inner critique with our students? In this episode, Petra Rosinski, a vocal, somatic, and cognitive behavioral coach, brings her unique expertise to the conversation, blending her background in singing, teaching, and therapeutic practices. She dives into the critical topic of performance anxiety, exploring how it affects singers and offering practical strategies to manage it. Petra emphasizes th...

    1h 2m
  8. Real Talk About Auditions and Casting

    APR 17

    Real Talk About Auditions and Casting

    Send us a textWhat if the true magic of auditions isn’t just about landing the perfect role, but about the resilience, creativity, and joy you discover along the way?In this vibrant and supportive discussion with our talented YSA Dream Team—we unpack what it truly takes to prepare for an audition, not just in terms of performance but also the mindset and resilience needed for the entire journey. Whether you’re going for the lead or joining the ensemble, each role has its unique value and lear...

    45 min
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About the PodcastThis show is for people passionate about teaching kids to sing with confidence! Topics are centered around the five pillars of The Vielka Method™: singer’s mindset, songs you love, singing tools, sight singing, and songtelling. Meet amazing people and gain best practices to help you grow as a singer, educator, entrepreneur, and human being.About VielkaBased in NYC, Vielka's mission is to help humanity sing. With over 25 years in music education, she is the founder of the international voice studio, Vielka’s Young Singers Academy, and The Vielka Method™ voice education approach. Previously, Vielka worked for Juilliard, Carnegie Hall, and NYU where she served as a thought partner for music teachers and creator of music education resources. Learn more about Vielka at www.vielka.com and follow her at @voicewithvielka.

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