58 episodes

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

Cafecito with the Coach Melissa V. Cartwright

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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

    Ep. 57: Confessions of a voice & performance coach (and a SPECIAL announcement)

    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!



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    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



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    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022


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    • 18 min
    Ep. 56: Creating an inclusive singing space with Chris Gallego

    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



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    MUSIC:

    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022


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    • 29 min
    Ep. 55: Letting go of "perfect" singing with Christina Kent & Megan Durham

    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.

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    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



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    MUSIC:

    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022


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    • 37 min
    Ep. 54: Anxiety - My Superpower

    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.



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    RESOURCES:



    ⁠The Mindful Voice Teacher Podcast



    Brené Brown



    Spice Up Your Song FREE Training



    Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube

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    MUSIC:

    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022



    "Sweet Future"Jexa G© 2023 JAY RECORD


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    • 36 min
    Ep. 53: How to sing without thinking with Gabriel Weiner

    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.



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    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

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    MUSIC:

    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022



    "Sweet Future"Jexa G© 2023 JAY RECORD


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    • 33 min
    Ep. 52: The Singing SLP with Kevin Simmons

    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

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    MUSIC:

    "Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022



    "Sweet Future"
    Jexa G
    © 2023 JAY RECORD


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    • 33 min

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