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Cafecito with the Coach Melissa V. Cartwright
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5.0 • 6 Ratings
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Latin singer/songwriter and voice & performance coach Melissa V. Cartwright, shares some real talk about the things performing artists wrestle with and offers insights & notes of encouragement in each episode. Walk away feeling inspired and with some food (or drink) for thought! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-v-cartwrigh/support
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Ep. 57: Confessions of a voice & performance coach (and a SPECIAL announcement)
Melissa shares one of her most vulnerable moments as a voice & performance coach, which also sparked a 10-year journey into a developing a method that helps singers show up and perform the way they've always dreamed of. PLUS - a super special announcement that will get you fired up to get out there and perform with PASSION!
Let's connect over on Instagram and don't forget to leave a review!
RESOURCES:
SLAY THE STAGE workshop - begins July 8, 2024
Join the NEW Passionate Performer Program
Ep. 54: Anxiety - My Superpower
Ep. 43: When you DON'T get the gig
Ep. 27: How to fill your artistic cup
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
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Ep. 56: Creating an inclusive singing space with Chris Gallego
Celebrating PRIDE with trans voice coach & artist, Chris Gallego. You'll be inspired and motivated by Chris's journey and the wonderful work happening inside her studio. It's a thoughtful and fun cafecito for queer artists and allies alike!
This episode is also available on YouTube. If you're feeling inspired, don't forget to leave a review!
RESOURCES:
Chris Gallego
SLAY THE STAGE workshop - starts July 8, 2024
Voicepreneur Program
Brené Brown
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
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Ep. 55: Letting go of "perfect" singing with Christina Kent & Megan Durham
Vocal health professionals and singing teachers, Christina Kent and Megan Durham, join Melissa for a heartfelt cafecito, encouraging us to examine how we've become trapped as "performing perfectionists." Their new class helps voice professionals break free from mentally unstable practices, allowing us to sing with freedom and redefine what it means to sing for ourselves.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram or visit the PODCAST page.
This episode is also available on YouTube.
RESOURCES:
Christina Kent
Megan Durham
Unlearning Perfectionism in the Voice Studio Class
Brené Brown
The Perfection Trap by Thomas Curran
Self-Compassion: The Power of Being Kind To Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff
The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Christopher K. Germer
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
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Ep. 54: Anxiety - My Superpower
Get ready to cozy up with Melissa as she shares her candid journey in this encore interview with Laura Seipert, the music therapist and host of The Mindful Voice Teacher podcast! Melissa dives into her diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder, revealing how it's been a game-changer in her approach to coaching singers, crafting art, hitting the stage, and just living life. You'll hear all about how this diagnosis has sparked a whole new level of compassion and awareness, shaping every aspect of her journey.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram or visit the PODCAST page.
RESOURCES:
The Mindful Voice Teacher Podcast
Brené Brown
Spice Up Your Song FREE Training
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
"Sweet Future"Jexa G© 2023 JAY RECORD
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Ep. 53: How to sing without thinking with Gabriel Weiner
One of our first Cafecito guests is BACK with a brand new book! Voice teacher and now author, Gabriel Weiner, shares a café with Melissa to continue an important conversation on why we're OVERTHINKING when we sing, how it's stopping us from finding vocal freedom, how it can affect our mental health, and how to get back a place of singing with intuition.
This episode is also available on the MVC Performance YouTube channel.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram or visit the PODCAST page.
RESOURCES:
Gabriel Weiner
How To Sing Without Thinking book
@gabrielweiner.voice on Instagram
Ep. 3: Celebrating our individuality with Gabriel
Spice Up Your Song FREE Training
Melissa's Renee Rapp REEL
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
"Sweet Future"Jexa G© 2023 JAY RECORD
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Ep. 52: The Singing SLP with Kevin Simmons
We're celebrating Mental Health Awareness month, as we delve into the inspiring world of Kevin Simmons, affectionately known as the Singing SLP. Kevin's innovative approach to speech-language pathology incorporates the power of music to aid his clients. Through his practice and his sensory barbershop, he not only helps individuals improve their articulation but also fosters safe and inclusive spaces for listening and connection. Join us as we explore how Kevin uses melody as a tool for empowerment and expression, creating harmonious transformations in the lives of those he works with.
This episode is also available on the MVC Performance YouTube channel.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram or visit the PODCAST page.
RESOURCES:
The Singing SLP on YouTube
@singingslp on Instagram & TikTok
Jessie Ginsburg @sensory.slp
Alexandria Zachos @meaningfulspeech
Spice Up Your Song FREE Training
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022
"Sweet Future"
Jexa G
© 2023 JAY RECORD
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-v-cartwrigh/support