I've been running this podcast for some time and it's been an awesome journey! However, I wanted to spend the time to connect with some of you out there and see how we can continue to create great audio content for all you singers/musicians out there Want to connect with me? Leave me an anchor message, dm @ singwithivan, or email me @ singingsimplywithme@gmail.com Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍...
Nov 23, 2020•4 min
There's no denying that breaking into the music industry & building a sustainable career is hard. There are lots of little hidden secrets and processes that make the business so mysterious. For today's episode, I had the opportunity to speak with the one and only Music Mentor Adam McInnis. We talked about all things the music industry including some of the reality checks and strategies for you to build a lasting career there. Billboard500 Club- Https://thebillboard500.com Book a lesson with ...
Nov 19, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 29
As singers, we often struggle with finding our own unique voice and pathway. In today's episode, I got the chance to speak with singer/songwriter Brandon Paul who shares his story and how he overcame this. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Nov 11, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 28
There's so much in common between public speaking and singing. Both require us to put ourselves out on a stage in front of an audience. For today's episode, I've brought on Public Speaking Coach & Founder of MasterTalk Brenden Kumarasamy to share some tips that us singers can adopt. Book a lesson with me: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/s...
Nov 05, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Think you're tone-deaf? If you like listening to music CHANCES ARE... You're completely fine You just need to work on your voice. In this episode, I share a couple of tips on finding a better sense of pitch Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Oct 29, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 26
I've been posting a WHOLE lot of tips over these past years. Whilst they can be helpful, they only tell part of the story. That's why I wanted to share some of my top #singing tips with you today. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Oct 22, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 25
There's a reason why I love the puffy cheeks. Beyond all the acoustic goodness it has, by far it's a great tool for managing breath and cord closure. In this episode, I work with Lucas who felt very nervous when he was singing resulting in a shaky voice. Trust me, you are not alone! In this episode, I share a few tips on tackling a nervous shaky voice. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice L...
Oct 08, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This is by far one of my favourite tricks to get past that annoying vocal break. Or if you're getting stuck in your chest. In this episode, I worked with Eman who had been singing for most of her life, until life kicked in and put her singing on a hiatus. As result, she lost most of her range and reached out to get some help. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singing...
Sep 24, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Growing your voice takes time and it can often really challenge our patience. If your seed hasn't sprouted after day one, it doesn't mean YOUR APPROACH isn't working. You need to consistently give it the right stimulus of water, soil & sun. I urge you all - to keep giving your voice the necessary stimulus and it will grow. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singin...
Sep 17, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Did you know adding a HINT of nasal airflow can often free up your voice especially if you tend to push and squeeze? Check out my recent session where I worked with Aminata in freeing up her already amazing voice. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Sep 11, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 20
We all want to sing higher, but often what stops us is this really annoying vocal break. Well today, I'd love to show you 4 simple steps to work through your vocal break and start singing higher. Grab your SOVT straw from OB1 here - https://linktr.ee/singingsimply
Sep 03, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 20
By far the most common frustration with singers is not being able to sing in their mixed voice. It doesn't have to be confusing - check out this session where I help Roy find and break through his confusion about mixed voice. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail...
Aug 27, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 19
What is support? It's not just about tensing the abs (this can actually hurt your singing!) Check out this session, where I guided Albert into finding an easier sound by learning to 'support' the sound. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Aug 06, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Sometimes you are closer to finding/developing your mixed voice than you think! Check out this session, where I guided Luca into finding his mixed voice. Book a lesson with me OR get my course: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Jul 23, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Want to start singing during COVID19. Here's a quick clip from my recent IG live sharing some tips on getting started as well as answering some of your Q&As. Book in a lesson with me OR get my free course: https://linktr.ee/singingsimply
Jun 25, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Want to start singing during COVID-19. Here's a quick clip from my recent IG live sharing some tips on getting started as well as answering some of your Q&As. BOOK A LESSON 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
May 14, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Breath support is one of those incredibly subjective ideas. Depending on the teacher you're working with, it might mean tensing the heck out of your abs or ignoring it completely. In this session, I guide one of my students through an easy way to manage their breath BOOK A LESSON: 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsi...
May 07, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 14
If you're struggling to sing, here's a quick you can try to get your voice into the right spot. Overall there are two steps. You need to build the right amount of vocal compression first. Once you find that you then need to learn to shape your vocal tract so you get a balanced tone. Often singers will go either too whiny/bright or too dull. Learning to find something in the middle is super important. ======== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundament...
Apr 23, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Before you jump into any vocal exercises or singing programs start here! It's very easy to get lost with all the singing tutorials out there. Whilst there's some super helpful advice, you need to take a step back sometimes. In this video, I share a quick 4 step process that should guide you to a better voice (I wont be getting you to do Mums or Nays... yet) =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 Fo...
Apr 09, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Hey everyone! For a lot of my lady singers out there, there's a BIG tendency to sing overly quiet. You can sing with more power, so check out in this episode where I guide one of my Renee in filling out her sound a bit more. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Jan 28, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Hey everyone! A lot of beginners tend to under energize their sound and as a result, their sound is weak. Check out in this episode where I guide one of my students in adding a bit more to his sound! ================================ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Jan 24, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Hey everyone! Check out the bts of a free 30 minute consultation I did the other day. As singers we get so caught up in the "i'm a bass/baritone" so I can't sing high. if you train properly and develop the right muscles and habits. You can do so much more. Hope you enjoy this episode. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singi...
Jan 02, 2020•31 min
What's up podcast The other day I took my student Anish, up to the male high C. And no, he wasn't doing this in falsetto. And no, it's also not perfect but dang is it impressive. With his permission, I want to show you all a bit of behind the scenes on how we did this. Check it out! Book in a free 30 min Skype Consultation - singingsimply.com/book Learn How To Actually Singer Better - singingsimply.com/free-course
Oct 10, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 8
What's up podcast, so I got to chat with the amazing Claire Hosterman. She's a voice teacher who's been through such a transformation herself. From almost being labelled tone deaf to now working with uprising child actors and talent, I really enjoyed chatting with her and I hope you enjoy this episode too! 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sing...
Sep 26, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What's up podcast if you're struggling as a beginner you're not alone. In today's episode Nicolette and I tackle some of the most common problems for beginner singers with actions you can do right NOW! =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Sep 11, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 6
If you're skeptical about taking voice lessons (especially online ones), I get it! You don't know if you will even get anything out of it. So in today's episode, I've LITERALLY taken some audio from a lesson with my recent student Oleksiy. Check it out! 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Aug 28, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5
.Want to sing better? Here are 3 simple TRIED and TESTED tips to actually get better at singing. And the coolest thing? You can do it right now. =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Aug 08, 2019•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Understanding the acoustics of your voice is super important. I mean super important even if it is just a tiny bit. For this episode I teamed up with my mentor Tyler to breakdown how the acoustics in the voice works and how you can PRACTICALLY apply it to your singing. Want to sing better? =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: htt...
Jul 28, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3
One of the biggest mistakes beginner singers have at the beginner is singing with not enough energy and power. Interestingly this often ends up building a lot of tension that we don't want! How do we tackle this and find more freedom and power in our voice. Make sure to check out this episode. =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG:...
Jul 17, 2019•5 min•Season 1Ep. 2
One of the biggest misconceptions in singing is that singing is a talent. Well this could not be further from the truth. Anyone can sing, if you can't it just means you haven't learnt it yet. =========================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...
Jun 29, 2019•8 min•Season 1Ep. 1
