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Confidence Is Buildable Skill with Performance Coach Jill Mitchell13 Sep 202400:59:13

Today I'm speaking with Pro singer, Host of the Voxana Podcast, and performance coach to Ted X speakers Jill Mitchell talks about confidence on stage and how to build it. Whether you're singing or public speaking, this episode is for you.

Watch our live Voxsana Interview here:

https://youtube.com/live/4U8Q95aJuuQ

Keep up with Jill here:

website: https://voxsana.co/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/voxsanavoice/

Listen To Your Gut & Avoid Toxic Clients06 Sep 202400:19:43

I talk about some recent client experiences where I didn't listen to my gut and paid the price!

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Singers! How To Be Your Own North Star with Wendy Parr05 Feb 202400:59:01

Wendy Parr the Holistic Artist Coach works with artists like Melanie Martinez, Regina Spektor, and Sara Bareilles. We talk about creativity, the artist’s relationship with their audience, and the trap of perfectionism.


Learn more about today’s guests at www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com

Music by Libra Cat: www.libracatmusic.com


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Connect with The Working Singer Podcast & Jamila Ford on Social Media:

https://instagram.com/theworkingsingerpodcast

https://instagram.com/libracatmusic


Websites: 

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www.libracatmusic.com

How Cabaret Artist Pat Whiteman Earned Her Singing Voice15 Apr 201901:28:30
How uncomfortable does a situation have to be for us to finally pull ourselves out of it and live out our purpose? Cabaret artist Pat Whiteman (Amanda McBroom, Carol Hall, Musical Performance Workshop) reveals what finally made her trust her life and take the leap and into being a full time singer. She also gives her insights on why workshops are important for an artist’s growth, her own process for developing her shows, and her observations on reality singing competitions.
How To Identify & Sell Your Singer Strengths w/ Felice Hernandez08 Apr 201901:20:41
Felice Hernandez chats about her Empowered Singer workshop series, being authentic as an artist, choosing the right gigs for you, and why you should always put your best foot forward.
How Opera Singer Jamie Chamberlin Freed Her Voice01 Apr 201901:40:25
Can you separate the singing voice from the human being? What is the connection between trauma we experience in daily life and difficulties we experience with our singing voice? In this episode, opera singer Jamie Chamberlin speaks candidly about these subjects. She also discusses her work with Stewart Copeland (The Police), her relationship with her inner critic, body shaming in the music industry, the emotional toll of having a vocal injury, and much more.
How Connor Smith Learned To Accept Himself As A Singer & Human Being25 Mar 201901:01:34
What if you had to choose between embracing your true self and having the career you spent years building? Los Angeles-based performer, studio vocalist, arranger and composer, Connor Smith answers this question, discusses getting work as a session singer in Los Angeles, and what it means to have his compositions published.
How Carol Hatchett Became One of Bette Midler's Harlettes18 Mar 201901:10:47
How do you go from majoring in communications to touring the world as a one of Bette Midler’s Harlettes? Carol Hatchett chats about what she learned working with the likes of Bette Midler, Tina Turner and Sheila E., what compelled her to move from Chicago to Los Angeles, and golden wisdom she gives to her own students.
How To Star In A Broadway Show w/ Kacee Clanton11 Mar 201901:31:35
How do you go from working a day job as a legal assistant to spending almost two decades playing Janis Joplin on broadway? Kacee Clanton answers this question and more, revealing what she learned working with Joe Cocker, how she’s overcome stage fright, and techniques she uses to help her singing students to dig deeper in their own work.
Build A Side Hustle As A Talent Booker w/ Jay Jackson04 Mar 201901:15:58
Jay Jackson is a seasoned performer and as a singer has shared bills with Nancy Wilson, Poncho Sanchez and Sheila E. He's gone on to play the hilarious Perd Hapley on Parks and Recreation, Scandal and most recently Good Girls. Jay also discusses the ups and downs of being a live talent booker on the music scene in Los Angeles.
Melanie Taylor On What It Takes To Be A Serious Singer Part 225 Feb 201900:53:15
In part two of this interview with Melanie Taylor she discusses her work with Donna Summer, what she’s learned working with Barry Manilow, her thoughts on cultivating interests outside of singing, and her advice on singing as a business.
Melanie Taylor On What It Takes To Be A Serious Singer Part 118 Feb 201900:59:58
Melanie Taylor is a seasoned performer who in her extensive career has worked with the likes of Aerosmith, Barry Manilow, Bette Midler, The Righteous Brothers, Connie Stevens, Donna Summer, John Mayer, Joe Walsh and many more. Melanie shares what she’s learned along the way, how she helps young artists develop their creative process, and insights on what it takes to be a serious performer.
How Windy Wagner Went From Day Job to Full A Time Singing Career04 Feb 201901:08:02
Have you ever met a singer with an incredible career and wondered how they did it? The road to a singing career can be full of twists and turns, and every journey is vastly different. Meet Windy Wagner, who early on even with a full time day job, always sang. She had a band, wrote songs and even had a record deal, but like many singers, reached the point where she had to take the leap and make singing her full time career.
Legendary Producer Mischke Butler Talks Early Career & How Artist's Can Use Social Media For Career Leverage 05 Feb 202401:05:37

Legendary producer, singer and songwriter Mischke Butler stops by to chat about his early career, being Mentored by Rodney Jerkins, and gives thoughts on what a singer should do if thier just getting started.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Find Libra Cat Music on Spotify: Libra Cat Music 

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How Kitten Kuroi's Craigslist Search Led To A Job w/ Elvis Costello28 Jan 201900:59:02
Singer, songwriter and vegan chef Kitten Kuroi is simply an inspiration when it comes to staying open and saying yes to life. Listen to how Kitten went from “Facebook star” to touring the world with artists like Elvis Costello, Engelbert Humperdinck, Natasha Bedingfield, Blondie.
How To Make A Comeback with Celia Chavez14 Jan 201901:24:08

One of my besties, Celia Chavez chats about returning to music after a 10 year hiatus, her insights on aging singers in the music industry, and her Harmony at Play class with Empowered Singer Workshops.

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Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Help support The Working Singer podcast here.


Introducing The Working Singer08 Jan 201900:02:06
A new weekly podcast where singers discuss making a creative living in the music business. Subscribe now! New episodes coming soon!
Pro Singer's React: Singer Themed AITA Reddit Stories w/ Melanie Taylor & Felice Hernandez29 Jan 202400:46:50

On todays show, pro Singers Jamila Ford, Felice Hernandez and Melanie Taylor react to singer themed AITAs! A fun show you don't want to miss!


Time Stamp:

0:00 - intro 

2:20 - Story 1 - AITA for expecting a singer to pay for a PA system?

https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/15srlsq/aita_for_expecting_a_singer_to_pay_for_a_pa_system/

13:48 - Story 2 - AITA for refusing to sing at my EX sisters wedding for free?

https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/w3bm5h/aita_for_refusing_to_sing_at_my_ex_sisters/

24:41 - AITA for telling my girlfriend she can't sing?

https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/bkeizt/aita_for_telling_my_girlfriend_she_cant_sing/

42:50 - Wrap up

45:30 - Outro 


Learn more about today’s guests at ⁠www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com⁠

Music by Libra Cat: ⁠www.libracatmusic.com⁠

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first order of ⁠VocalMist⁠

Distrokid: Get 7% off when you release your music with ⁠Distrokid⁠ -

Connect with The Working Singer Podcast & Jamila Ford on Social Media:

⁠https://instagram.com/theworkingsingerpodcast⁠

⁠https://instagram.com/libracatmusic⁠

Websites: 

⁠www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com⁠

⁠www.libracatmusic.com⁠


TWS Book Chat: The Woman In Me by Britney Spears Part 215 Jan 202400:54:29

Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first VocalMist order with this link: myvocalmist.com.

Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Like this episode? Help more singers discover this podcast by leaving a review on iTunes.

Follow on Instagram & Twitter: @theworkingsingerpodcast or @libracatmusic

Find Libra Cat Music on Spotify: Libra Cat Music 

Join The Working Singer Podcast Facebook Group here.

General Inquiries: hi@theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

Help support The Working Singer podcast here.

TWS Book Chat: The Woman In Me by Britney Spears Part 115 Jan 202401:02:43

Jamila and her guest Topher aka Hall Monitor of the universe have read "The Woman In Me" by iconic pop singer Britney Spears and they want to talk about it!

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first VocalMist order with this link: myvocalmist.com.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.


Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify


Like this episode? Help more singers discover this podcast by leaving a review on iTunes.


Follow on Instagram & Twitter: @theworkingsingerpodcast or @libracatmusic. 


Find Libra Cat Music on Spotify: Libra Cat Music 


Join The Working Singer Podcast Facebook Group here.


General Inquiries: hi@theworkingsingerpodcast.com.


Help support The Working Singer podcast here.



I'm Back! Anxiety, Healing, Moving Forward08 Jan 202400:16:13

In this episode Jamila reveals the reasons behind her almost 3 year absence and her plans moving forward.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes athttp://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first VocalMist order with this link: myvocalmist.com.

Listen to this episode onApple Podcasts,Spotify

Like this episode? Help more singers discover this podcast by leaving a review on iTunes.

Follow on Instagram & Twitter:@theworkingsingerpodcast or⁠ ⁠⁠@libracatmusic⁠

Find Libra Cat Music on Spotify: ⁠Libra Cat Music ⁠

Join The Working Singer Podcast Facebook Group here.

General Inquiries: hi@theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

Help support The Working Singer podcasthere.


That Time I Lost My Voice in the Middle of the Gig! Ugh.15 Jun 202100:19:52

Have you ever lost your voice right in the middle of a gig? In this episode, I'm sharing about the time it happened to me. Can you relate? I want to hear from you. Email me at hi@theworkingsingerpodcast.com or leave me a voice message on the Anchor app and I might play it on air!

Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify

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Guided Meditations For Singers with Shauna Fallihee07 Jun 202101:12:19

In this episode, Shauna Fallihee of Embodied Singer guides us through three short meditation practices - breath, listening, and metta loving kindness - that have direct application to singing. I love this episode! You’ll come away feeling focused and refreshed!

Join The Working Singer podcast Facebook community! Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theworkingsingerpodcast

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How To Set Your Rates For Virtual & In-Person Shows31 May 202100:15:46

This week I want to give you my insights on my thought process for setting my rates for virtual and in person shows.

*Free guided meditation for singers this Thursday June 3rd at noon on facebook live with Shauna Fallihee of Embodied Singer. Shauna will guide us through 3 modes of mediation. Join The Working Singer podcast Facebook community to participate! Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theworkingsingerpodcast

**From Voice Memo To Demo student referral program:

  1. Go to https://www.producelikeaboss.com/referral
  2. Enter my name Jamila Ford and email jamilafordmusic@gmail.com under the referral tab on the checkout page.
  3. Receive invaluable, empowering guidance and my undying appreciation! See you in class!
Jana Anderson On Working with Prince & How to Own Your Singing Career17 May 202101:06:02

This week Jana Anderson chats about her work and friendship with Prince, advice she got from Stevie Nicks, and how to own your career.

Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Stop Trying To Be Good & Write Songs Faster with Gary Grundei02 Sep 202401:07:53

Today I’m speaking with songwriter, producer, coach, and composer Gary Grundei.

Watch my chat with Gary chat on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ZVAd5KonCgw

Gary is a NYC-based award-winning musician and teacher. He is the founder of golden lotus studio: an online home for songwriters. He is most known for his work with the band High Fiction; for his original compositions for theatre, film, podcasts, and the concert stage; and for coaching and producing other artists.

Gary also runs golden lotus studio an online home for songwriters where you’ll find courses for songwriting production composition and more.


Keep up with Gary here: 

https://instagram.com/gary.grundei/ 

https://instagram.com/goldenlotusstudio/

https://garygrundei.com/

Golden Lotus Studio: https://goldenlotusstudio.com/



Penny Ford On Her On Her Surprise Hit w/ Snap! & How Singers Can Protect Themselves10 May 202101:05:46

So excited to have the legendary Penny Ford on the show this week. Penny chats about touring with Parliament Funkadelic at the age of 14, singing lead for both Klymaxx and the SOS Band, and her surprise hit “The Power” with German Eurodance group Snap! You don’t want to miss this one!

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How to Clear Your Path to Better Gigs03 May 202100:12:24

In this solo episode, I talk about what I think makes gig "bad," the choices we have in these situations, and how we can move forward in a healthy productive way. Let me know your thoughts on this subject and maybe I'll read it on air! Email me at hi@theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Danielle Tucker On How To Set Your Rate & Value Your Time & Energy26 Apr 202101:00:20

Singer & Vocal Coach Danielle Tucker talks about how to value our time as singers, what to consider when setting our rates, and creating The Pandemic Proof Singer Summit. Register FREE the Singer Summit https://thesingersummit.com/ref/14/

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Vocal Coach John Henny - How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome19 Apr 202100:45:09

Vocal Coach John Henny joins us this week to talk about the voice, overcoming imposter syndrome, and running a successful online vocal coaching business.  

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Are We Over-Singing?12 Apr 202100:19:39

In this solo episode Jamila chats about over-singing, some of the reasons it might occur, and making the conscious decision to stop doing it.

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Shauna Fallihee of Embodied Singer Shares How to Unite Our Mind, Body, and Voice05 Apr 202100:53:01

Today’s guest is Shauna Fallihee creator of Embodied Singer. Embodied Singer is a multi-disciplinary approach to vocal artistry with fact-based vocal pedagogy at the heart. Movement practices, Myofascial Release Techniques, and Meditation support the exploration and development of breath, resonance, and musical artistry.

Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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3 Habits I'll Continue Post Quarantine29 Mar 202100:14:47

Jamila chats about intuition, self care, and vocal health.

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How Roberta Freeman Scored Gigs with Pink Floyd & Guns 'N Roses22 Mar 202101:12:39

This week Roberta Freeman visits the working singer podcast to talk about her first riot while touring as a backing singer for Guns N’ Roses, her friendship with the Supremes Mary Wilson, that one time Grace Jones lent her a dress to perform in.

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How Journalist & Jazz Singer Beth Duncan Reclaimed Her Career01 Mar 202101:02:27

Jazz singer and journalist Beth Duncan joins The Working Singer podcast this week to discuss how vocal nodes derailed her singing career, making an unexpected transition into journalism, and her triumphant return to jazz music.

Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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How Singer Caley Rose Started Her Voice Over Career08 Feb 202101:07:19
Singer-songwriter Caley Rose reveals how she started her voice over career, how being a mom has increased her artistic income, the story behind her new single, “Behind Closed Doors.”
Are You the Mayor of Haterville?14 Apr 202400:22:15

In this solo episode, Jamila talks about future intentions for podcast content moving forward, adults who squash their children’s creative expression, and haters on social media.


Music by Libra Cat: ⁠www.libracatmusic.com⁠

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first order of ⁠VocalMist⁠

Distrokid: Get 7% off when you release your music with ⁠Distrokid⁠ -

Connect with The Working Singer Podcast & Jamila Ford on Social Media:

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⁠https://instagram.com/libracatmusic⁠

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How Amy Wang Created the MusoPipe Practice App26 Jan 202100:42:23
What does it take to make your own music practice app? Find out how singer, musician, and full time software engineer Amy Wang created the fun Musopipe practice app to help fellow musicians focus in and master music one small phrase at a time.
How Charissa Nielsen Went From Working at Container Store To Full Time Session Singer10 Jan 202100:55:10
Learn how singer, vocal contractor, and music therapist Charissa Nielsen went from working at the Container Store to producing her own songs and becoming an in demand session singer.
How To Create Career Momentum and Do Self Care Right w/ Ingela Onstad05 Dec 202000:50:05
Singer, Therapist, and performance anxiety coach Ingela Onstad has enjoyed a varied international career in opera, concert work, and contemporary music. She also has a degree in Mental Health Counseling and with her practice Courageous Artistry, specializes in performance anxiety for musicians and other performing artists. Ingela chats about transitioning from pro opera singer to mental health counselor, proper self care, and creating career momentum in a healthy way.
Carla Hassett - From Touring Background Singer to Producer23 Nov 202000:59:29

Singer and educator Carla Hassett talks about her transition from touring background singer to full time music producer, gives tips on home recording for beginners, winning the John Lennon songwriting contest, and touring with Billy Idol.

How Pro Singer Aaron Schumacher Created the VocalMist Nebulizer for Singers & Voice Users09 Nov 202000:47:43
This week we’re welcoming Aaron Schumacher, creator of the popular VocalMist nebulizer. We talk about what inspired him to create VocalMist, what he’s learned as a business owner, and being an artist during quarantine.
How To Up Your Vocal Demo Reel Game w/ Felice Hernandez27 Oct 202000:41:18
This week’s guest @felicehernandezschaeffer of @empoweredsingerworkshops talks to us about her upcoming “Vocal Demo Reel Workshop for Studio Singers” and how you can up your vocal demo reel game.
BONUS Episode! - Pro Audiologist Dr. Julie Glick On Protecting Our Hearing & Choosing In-Ear Monitors07 May 202000:42:16
What’s the difference between in ear monitors with custom vs. universal fit? Why should we protect our hearing? How can you avoid damaging your hearing on stage? Pro audiologist Dr. Julie Glick answers these questions and more on this week's bonus podcast.
Josh Cruze On How Singing & Acting Healed His PTSD04 May 202001:05:57

Singer, actor, and Vietnam vet opens up about how taking an acting class to work through his PTSD resulted in a thriving career. He also gives his insights on work ethic, recording his first CD at age 48, and having a recurring role on the hit TV show 24.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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How Aubrey Logan Became A Successful Recording Artist27 Apr 202001:15:34

“You have something that somebody’s gonna like, play to them and don’t worry about the others.” How do you become a successful independent recording artist? When do you need a manager and how do you find the right one? How do you know if you’re getting good advice? This week’s guest Aubrey Logan speaks candidly about these questions we all have as singers and artists. 


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Rob Seals of The Songwriting School of Los Angeles Chats About Community, Your Inner Critic, & Creativity During Hard Times13 Apr 202001:20:58

How do we remain inspired to create during trying times? How do we silence our inner critic? What’s the difference between a poem and a set of lyrics? Rob Seals, songwriter, producer, educator, and founder of The Songwriting School of Los Angeles, gives his wise and unique take on these questions and more. Rob chats about beginning songwriting, befriending your inner critic, and staying creative during challenging times.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Was She Wrong for Refusing to Sing at a Friend’s Wedding? | Pro Singers React to Reddit Posts18 Mar 202401:25:45

Jamila and guest pro singer Celia Chavez react to singer themed reddit posts where singers if they are in the wrong for refusing to sing at a friends wedding, being unhappy in their band, telling their musician bro in law to get a day job and more. A Fun show you don’t want to miss!


Learn more about today’s guests at ⁠www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com⁠

Theme Music by Libra Cat: ⁠www.libracatmusic.com⁠

VocalMist: Get $10 off your first order of ⁠VocalMist⁠

Distrokid: Get 7% off when you release your music with ⁠Distrokid⁠ -

Connect with The Working Singer Podcast & Jamila Ford on Social Media:

⁠https://instagram.com/theworkingsingerpodcast⁠

⁠https://instagram.com/libracatmusic⁠

  • Websites: 

⁠www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com⁠

⁠www.libracatmusic.com⁠

How Lyndia Johnson Went Bank Manager to Full Time Vocal Coach06 Apr 202001:01:14

After years of pursuing a career as an opera singer and struggling to make a full time living with the art, Lyndia Johnson took a full time day job at a bank while trying to grapple with what her future held for her. Find out how she transformed herself from bank manager to one of the most sought after vocal coaches around.


Learn more about today’s guests and get episode show notes at http://www.theworkingsingerpodcast.com.

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Help support The Working Singer podcast here.

How to Keep your Voice Healthy with Jeanna Daniels30 Mar 202000:43:19

This week's working singer podcast guest is singer, health coach, and co-host of the On Stage With Wellness podcast.  We chat about staying healthy while on the road, why she decided to get a degree in nutrition, and how we can practice self care during uncertain times.

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