The Joyful Singer

Erin Stewart
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Hosted by Broadway performer, vocal & mindset coach Erin Stewart, The Joyful Singer Podcast is for singers — professionals, enthusiasts, former singers, and shower singers — who want their voice to feel free, overcome performance anxiety, and reconnect with the joy of singing. Every Wednesday, Erin shares insights on vocal health, creative inspiration, performance mindset, and whole-person well-being — helping you not just grow as a singer, but come back to yourself through your voice. Think of it as your weekly reset toward joy.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 6: How to Sing More Consistently

    3D AGO

    Ep. 6: How to Sing More Consistently

    Episode 6: How to Sing More Consistently  If you’ve been telling yourself, “I just need to be more consistent”… but it’s not happening—this episode is for you. Because the truth is: It’s not about discipline. It’s not about willpower. And it’s not because you don’t care enough. In this episode, we’re rethinking what it actually takes to build a sustainable singing practice—one that fits your life, supports your voice, and feels good enough to keep coming back to. Whether you’ve fallen out of the habit, lost your motivation, or just don’t know where to start again… this is your way back. Inside This Episode: Why inconsistency has nothing to do with laziness The identity shift that changes everything (“I am someone who sings”) Why small, simple practices are more powerful than long, intense ones How to create a routine that works with your life (not against it) The 5 keys to making your singing practice stick: Make it doable Plan ahead Make it enjoyable Make it satisfying Anticipate your inner critic You’ll also learn how to create structure and support so you’re not relying on motivation to show up. A lot of what I’m sharing here is inspired by the work of James Clear in Atomic Habits—especially the idea that we overestimate motivation and underestimate environment. I’ve adapted these ideas specifically for singers. For additional reading, be sure to check out this wonderful resource: Atomic Habits by James Clear   Joyful Singing – Special Podcast Offer (Ends May 15) If you’ve been listening to the podcast and thinking, “I want more support with my voice”… this is for you. For a limited time, I’m offering a special podcast-only bonus inside Joyful Singing—including 4 private voice lessons with me, which I’ve never bundled this many into the program. But what truly makes this program different is the level of support. Inside, you’ll get: Access to a private, supportive community (with direct coaching from me) Two live coaching calls every month Guidance on technique, warmups, mindset, and confidence Real-time feedback so you’re not figuring it out alone Lifetime access—so you can go at your own pace, without pressure This isn’t just about learning how to sing. It’s about having a space where your voice is supported, understood, and encouraged as you grow. ✨ This special offer ends Friday, May 15—and the program price will be increasing after that. Learn more here: https://www.erinstewart.net/joyfulsingingspecialoffer   Free Resource 🎁 The Joyful Singing Starter Kit Get simple, supportive tools to start reconnecting with your voice: https://www.erinstewart.net/starterkit   Let’s Stay Connected Instagram: @joyfulsingingwitherin Facebook: Erin Stewart – Voice Teacher and Mindset Coach for Singers Website: https://www.erinstewart.net   If this episode resonated with you, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review is one of the most powerful ways to help more singers find this work. I appreciate you so much for being here. 💛   Disclaimer: While we talk about mental, physical, and vocal wellbeing here, this podcast is not a substitute for medical, vocal, or therapeutic care. Please seek guidance from a licensed professional for personalized support.

    19 min
  2. Ep 5: Vocal Warmups That Actually Work

    APR 29

    Ep 5: Vocal Warmups That Actually Work

    If you’ve ever felt like vocal warmups don’t work, make you feel worse,
or just bring up more tension and self-doubt, you are not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking why so many singers have a complicated relationship with warming up—and how to completely shift that experience. Because warming up your voice isn’t supposed to feel like:
a test, 
a performance
, or something you have to “get right”....Vocal Warmups meant to help your voice feel better. Inside this episode, I share a story from a recent lesson with a singer who felt like warmups were actually making things worse—and how a simple shift completely changed her experience (and her rehearsal that same day). We’ll explore:-Why warmups sometimes feel frustrating, tense, or ineffective-What warmups are actually meant to do for your voice & start incorporating them today!-How warming up supports your nervous system (not just your vocal cords)-Why your voice feels inconsistent without a warmup-How to create a sense of ease, coordination, and reliability And I’ll introduce you to one of the most effective tools I’ve found in 35 years of studying the voice!! These simple, gentle exercises can help:-Reduce tension and strain-Improve breath coordination-Support vocal strength without forcing-Quiet the inner critic-Build trust in your voice This episode is your invitation to start building a warmup practice that actually supports you.     FREE LIVE WORKSHOP: Midlife and Beyond Voice Revival
 Join me for a free, live experience designed to help you reconnect with your voice in a supportive, empowering way!!  Monday, May 4 at 7pm ET  We’ll explore: -Gentle ways to strengthen your voice -How to embrace your current voice (right now) -Keeping your voice flexible and strong through midlife -Mindset support + navigating vocal changes -Singing together in a safe, encouraging space This is for you if: -You haven’t sung in a while -You’re feeling disconnected from your voice -Your voice is changing and you’re not sure what to do -You’re ready to feel more confident, free, and supported Register here:
 https://www.erinstewart.net/voicerevivalworkshop   Resources + Links
 The Joyful Singing Starter Kit (FREE):
 https://www.erinstewart.net/starterkit Website: 
https://www.erinstewart.net   Let’s Stay Connected 
Instagram: @joyfulsingingwitherin 
Facebook: Erin Stewart - Voice Teacher and Mindset Coach for Singers   If this episode resonated with you, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review is one of the most powerful ways to help more singers find this work.   I appreciate you so much for being here!   Disclaimer: While we talk about mental, physical, and vocal wellbeing here, this podcast is not a substitute for medical, vocal, or therapeutic care. Please seek guidance from a licensed professional for personalized support.

    21 min
  3. Ep 4: Taming Your Inner Critic

    APR 22

    Ep 4: Taming Your Inner Critic

    If your inner critic has ever made singing feel stressful, heavy, or not fun… this episode is for you. That voice in your head—the one that nitpicks, judges, replays mistakes, and tells you you’re not good enough?
 Yeah… we’re talking about that voice. In this episode, I’m breaking down what your inner critic actually is, why it exists, and how it might be holding you back from singing freely and fully expressing yourself. The truth is, your inner critic isn’t the thing that will help you grow. 
It’s the thing that keeps you stuck. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: -Why your inner critic exists (and why it feels so convincing) -The 3 ways it shows up in your life (not just in your singing) -How it hijacks your perception and distorts reality -The difference between judgment and discernment -How to recognize when your inner critic is in charge -Simple, practical ways to quiet the noise and come back to yourself     FREE LIVE WORKSHOP: Midlife and Beyond Voice Revival
 Join me for a free, live experience designed to help you reconnect with your voice in a supportive, empowering way!!  Monday, May 4 at 7pm ET  We’ll explore: -Gentle ways to strengthen your voice -How to embrace your current voice (right now) -Keeping your voice flexible and strong through midlife -Mindset support + navigating vocal changes -Singing together in a safe, encouraging space This is for you if: -You haven’t sung in a while -You’re feeling disconnected from your voice -Your voice is changing and you’re not sure what to do -You’re ready to feel more confident, free, and supported Register here:
 https://www.erinstewart.net/voicerevivalworkshop   Resources + Links
 The Joyful Singing Starter Kit (FREE):
 https://www.erinstewart.net/starterkit Website: 
https://www.erinstewart.net   Let’s Stay Connected 
Instagram: @joyfulsingingwitherin 
Facebook: Erin Stewart - Voice Teacher and Mindset Coach for Singers   If this episode resonated with you, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review is one of the most powerful ways to help more singers find this work.   I appreciate you so much for being here!   Disclaimer: While we talk about mental, physical, and vocal wellbeing here, this podcast is not a substitute for medical, vocal, or therapeutic care. Please seek guidance from a licensed professional for personalized support.

    22 min
  4. Ep 3: How to Start Singing Again: 10 Ways to Reconnect with Your Voice

    MAR 31

    Ep 3: How to Start Singing Again: 10 Ways to Reconnect with Your Voice

    If it’s been a while since you’ve sung, you might be wondering where to even begin.In this episode, I share 10 simple, supportive ways to reconnect with your voice—so it can start to feel more responsive, more reliable, and more like you again.Whether you’ve taken a break due to life, illness, grief, career, or self-doubt, this is your invitation to start again. Hosted by Broadway Performer, Voice & Mindset Coach, Erin Stewart. Join us inside my Joyful Singing Program: https://www.erinstewart.net/joyfulsingingspecialoffer  Launch GiveawayTo celebrate the launch of this podcast, I’m giving away my Joyful Singing Program (valued at $3,800).To enter:Share the podcast on social mediaTake a screenshotSend it via DM or emailDeadline: April 17, 2026   Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! New episodes released every Wednesday. @joyfulsingingwitherin - Chat with me on Instagram! The Joyful Singing Starter Kit - Grab your FREE kit. www.erinstewart.net - See what I’m up to! If you’re enjoying the podcast it would mean the world to me if you’d SUBSCRIBE + leave a REVIEW! I appreciate you and your support!

    26 min
  5. Ep 2: How to Make Singing More Fun

    MAR 31

    Ep 2: How to Make Singing More Fun

    If singing has started to feel harder than it used to—tight, effortful, self-conscious and/or not fun—you’re not alone. In this episode, I share three simple tips to help you free things up, reconnect with your voice, and bring more ease and play back into your singing practice. Because singing isn’t meant to feel this hard—and there is a way back. Hosted by Broadway Performer, Voice & Mindset Coach, Erin Stewart.    Launch GiveawayTo celebrate the launch of this podcast, I’m giving away my Joyful Singing Program (valued at $3,800).To enter:Share the podcast on social mediaTake a screenshotSend it via DM or emailDeadline: April 17, 2026   Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! New episodes released every Wednesday. @joyfulsingingwitherin - Chat with me on Instagram! The Joyful Singing Starter Kit - Grab your FREE kit. www.erinstewart.net - See what I’m up to! If you’re enjoying the podcast it would mean the world to me if you’d SUBSCRIBE + leave a REVIEW! I appreciate you and your support!

    21 min
  6. Ep 1: Welcome to the Joyful Singer Podcast!

    MAR 25

    Ep 1: Welcome to the Joyful Singer Podcast!

    Welcome to The Joyful Singer Podcast, your weekly reset toward joy. For singers (professional, enthusiasts, former singers & shower singers!) who want their voice to feel free and their life to feel aligned. Each week, I share insights on vocal health, creative inspiration, performance mindset, and whole-person wellbeing — helping you grow as both a singer and an artist.  Hosted by Broadway Performer, Voice & Mindset Coach, Erin Stewart. In today’s episode we’ll learn more about The Joyful Singer Podcast: what this show is, who it’s for, what you can expect each week, and a little bit of my story — because understanding how I got here will help you understand why joyful singing matters so much to me and why it should matter to you.   Launch GiveawayTo celebrate the launch of this podcast, I’m giving away my Joyful Singing Program (valued at $3,800).To enter:Share the podcast on social mediaTake a screenshotSend it via DM or emailDeadline: April 17, 2026   Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! New episodes released every Wednesday. @joyfulsingingwitherin - Chat with me on Instagram! The Joyful Singing Starter Kit - Grab your FREE kit. www.erinstewart.net - See what I’m up to! If you’re enjoying the podcast it would mean the world to me if you’d SUBSCRIBE + leave a REVIEW! I appreciate you and your support!

    25 min
  • 6 Episodes

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Hosted by Broadway performer, vocal & mindset coach Erin Stewart, The Joyful Singer Podcast is for singers — professionals, enthusiasts, former singers, and shower singers — who want their voice to feel free, overcome performance anxiety, and reconnect with the joy of singing. Every Wednesday, Erin shares insights on vocal health, creative inspiration, performance mindset, and whole-person well-being — helping you not just grow as a singer, but come back to yourself through your voice. Think of it as your weekly reset toward joy.

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  • Creator
    Erin Stewart
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Joyful Singer