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Vocal Advancement Podcast

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With over 257,000 followers on Instagram and a staggering 1.5 million followers on TikTok, it’s safe to say that this week’s guest — musical stage star and voice coach Emily Kristen Morris — has found a way to make social media work for…
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Does acid reflux impact your singing performance? Perhaps you’ve searched the internet and found multiple articles on “The 10 Foods Singers Should Avoid” or medications promising to cure reflux. But before you start making radical changes…
The Value of Continued Education with Tom and Heather

April 10, 2025 · 46 min

Professional development. Continuing education. Ongoing training. Whatever you choose to call it, regularly assessing and improving your skills as a teacher and performer is something every good voice coach needs to do. For some, adding…
Working with Singers with SEND with Abigail Mann-Daraz

March 13, 2025 · 55 min

In this episode of the Vocal Advancement Podcast, hosts Tom and Heather welcome Abigail Mann-Daraz from 'The Musical Self,' who specializes in working with neurodivergent students and those with special educational needs. Abby shares her…

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Working in the Music Industry with Fiona McDougal

February 13, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

Not many vocal coaches get to have a studio in The London Palladium or help Oscar-winning actors like Javier Bardem discover their singing voice — but then, most vocal coaches aren’t Fiona McDougal. A singing teacher since the age of 18…
Helping Singers with Performance Anxiety with Natasha Burns

January 9, 2025 · 56 min

In this episode of the Vocal Advancement Podcast, hosts Tom and Heather are pleased to welcome Natasha Burns to speak on her expertise on managing performance anxiety. Throughout her career, she confronted the pervasive issue of…
The Business of Running a Voice Studio with Tom and Heather

December 12, 2024 · 1 hr 0 min

Welcome to the Vocal Advancement Podcast: Season 3! Tom and Heather delve into a side of being a self-employed voice teacher that we seldom cover — the business side! Because, let’s face it, when you’re running your own business, keeping…
IVACON 2024 Final Recap

June 22, 2024 · 41 min

And that's a wrap! IVACON 2024 was one for the books, and we already can't wait for the next conference! Learning and growing alongside voice teachers from all over the world is an experience like no other. Join Tom and Heather as they…
IVACON 2024 Day Five Recap

June 21, 2024 · 26 min

Day five is here, can you believe it? We're fresh off a great karaoke night with our attendees, and we're excited to share a recap of our final day of the conference! Don't miss out on an episode! Follow us on the Vocal Advancement Podcast…
IVACON 2024 Day Four Recap

June 20, 2024 · 16 min

Welcome to day four of IVACON! Heather and Tom share some reviews of our interactive classes from today! From learning to riff to finding pitch, seeing our attendees get hands-on experience and training is great! We can hardly believe…
IVACON 2024 Day Three Recap

June 19, 2024 · 22 min

The conference has been flying by! Day three of the IVACON was filled with lectures from our guest speakers. From learning about teaching singers with Sensory Educational Needs and Disabilities, to teaching our students how to practice…

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About the show

Join IVA co-founders Heather Baker and Tom Bathgate as they explore the art and science of singing. From vocal technique and mindset to health, business, and beyond, they bring practical tips and inspiring conversations to help voice teachers thrive. Each episode features expert guests from around the globe who share their unique insights and experiences. Expect lively chats, actionable advice, and plenty of laughs—with the occasional biscuit tale thrown in! Listen in and elevate your vocal journey.