

The Intelligent Vocalist
John Henny
Hosted by world renowned vocal coach John Henny, The Intelligent Vocalist delves into all things singing - from anatomy and vocal science, to performance, lessons, health, artist development and inside industry practices, Join John as he opens the door to the world of singing and gives insights gleaned from his many decades of teaching everyone from beginners to superstars, as well as training other leading voice teachers.
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Sep 26, 2023 • 21min
Episode 339 - You Never Sing the Same Note Twice
In this episode, John talks about the magic of music and how, just as you never step in the same stream twice, you never sing the same note twice. Episode Highlights: The Transient Vocal Theory The Natural Tremors in the Body The Illusion of Permanence To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Sep 19, 2023 • 25min
Episode 338 - Imagery, Movement and Singing with Eric Franklin
In this episode, John explores the wonders of imagery, movement, and singing with the person behind the revolutionary Franklin Method–Eric Franklin. Episode Highlights: The Franklin Method Imagery in Singing Error Amplification To know more about Eric, visit: https://franklinmethod.com/thank-you-the-intelligent-vocalist/ To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Sep 12, 2023 • 22min
Episode 337 - The Latest on Vibrato with John Nix
In this episode, John Henny discusses vibrato with voice professor and researcher, John Nix. Episode Highlights: How emotions and physiology affect vibrato Adjusting the speed of vibrato The potential to sing vibrato To know more about John Nix, visit: johnnixvoiceteacher.com To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Sep 5, 2023 • 25min
Episode 336 - The Limits of Technique with Gabriel Weiner
In this episode, John discusses with voice teacher Gabriel Weiner the limits of technique in singing. Episode Highlights: Matching students with the right voice teachers Teaching learners to have a vocal vision The Passaggio is a Boogeyman To know more about Gabriel, visit: https://www.contemporaryvoicelessons.com/ To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Aug 29, 2023 • 22min
Episode 335 - My Current Vocal Rants
In this episode, John dives headfirst into a whirlpool of thoughts, opinions, and outbursts surrounding the voice-teaching community. Episode Highlights: Voice teachers blasting other voice teachers Need for respect for professionals and their expertise Rejection and demeaning of older knowledge To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Aug 22, 2023 • 18min
Episode 334 - The Machine Model Fallacy
In this episode, John talks about the utilization of models for the voice. He looks into models that serve as tools to decipher intricate systems, particularly highlighting the Machine Model Fallacy. Episode Highlights: The voice is not a machine Fight or flight shows up in your voice Different voice methods work for different people To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Aug 15, 2023 • 23min
Episode 333 - The Human Right of Singing with Emily Perez
In this episode, John talks with Sacramento Pop Choir Managing Director Emily Perez about singing as an emotional music language, a birthright, and a built-in communication system. Episode Highlights: Singing is a skill that can be learned and improved Singing connects people with themselves, others, and nature. Learning to work on your voice can make it a glorious and rich instrument. To find out more about Emily and her programs, visit macondomusic916.com. To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Aug 8, 2023 • 21min
Episode 332 - Resonance and Registration
In this episode, John creatively discusses quarter-wave resonators, resonance, and registration. Episode Highlights: The voice is a quarter-wave resonator Sound wave starts at equilibrium until a disturbance is created Nodes are zero displacements, while antinodes represent maximum velocity To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.

Aug 1, 2023 • 18min
Episode 331 - Before You Perform
In this episode, John shares some crucial tips on preparing yourself before every performance and avoiding stage fright. Episode Highlights: It's important to spend enough time in preparation Positive self-talk may not be the most effective antidote to stage anxiety Give others permission not to like you Communication and connection are the highest levels of singing To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

Jul 25, 2023 • 22min
Episode 330 - The CCM Tenor with Jeff Alani Stanfill
In this episode, John talks with professional singer and vocal coach Jeff Alani Stanfill about the significance of understanding and training the Contemporary Commercial Music Tenor. Episode Highlights: Common struggles faced by CCM Tenors Importance of good posture in singing Normalizing high notes Embracing your unique voice type Find out more about Jeff at voicesoaring.com. To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, online courses, Vocal Assessments and Voice Lessons with his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training, and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com.


