203 | Non-Competitive Singing Festivals with Linda Fletcher {fullvoicemusic.com} ⭐ Find links mentioned in this episode here: https://www.fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/203/ ⭐ In episode 203 of The FULL VOICE Podcast, Nikki talks with esteemed vocal educator Linda Fletcher about the Oakville Vocal Arts Festival. Unlike traditional competitive festivals, this non-competitive event offers singers of all ages a transformative experience that fosters growth, creativity, and a genuine love for singing in a supportive, pressure-free environment. Linda shares her motivation for moving away from comp ..read more

FVPC 202 | Early Childhood Music with Ben Bowen {fullvoicemusic.com} ⭐ Find links mentioned in this episode here: https://www.fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/202/ ⭐ In episode 202, Nikki Loney welcomes award-winning childhood music educator and composer Ben Bowen to discuss the life-long impact of music education. This conversation explores the benefits of music for all ages and how Ben’s pop, rock, folk, and jazz melodies inspire and connect singers of every generation. You’ll hear about Ben’s unique approach to creating music that resonates across all age groups, get a sneak peek at some of his f ..read more

In this special year-end episode, Nikki Loney welcomes back Steve Ferrell, a therapeutic counsellor, meditation expert, and yoga instructor, to discuss self-care strategies for busy educators. This conversation explores the distinction between soothing activities (that temporarily distract) and restorative practices (that truly replenish). You’ll gain practical tips for weaving moments of restoration into your day, even amid a packed schedule. 3:00 – How can we keep ourselves healthy while holding space for others? 13:30 – Meditation practice, grounding yourself 19:57 – Dealing with frenetic s ..read more

Looking for a challenging exercise? (Not for your students, but for you?) Business Expert Michelle Markwart Deveaux takes us through an essential training strategy to help you discover (or rediscover) the "WHY" in your business. What is Institutional Memory? Often informal and intangible, organizational memory constitutes the body of knowledge and know-how an organization has accumulated throughout its history. It is a repertoire of collective knowledge found in an organization's functioning, practices, events, decisions, and interpretation models, which ensures its harmonious and efficient fu ..read more

In Episode 199 of the FULL VOICE Podcast, Dr. Jenevora Williams joins us to discuss her upcoming book, "Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults," releasing in late November. We'll explore her research and practical approach to vocal pedagogy for young singers. A must-listen for voice teachers and music educators looking to deepen their understanding of working with developing voices ..read more

In episode 181, Nikki shares a behind-the-scenes look at the FULL VOICE Music team's tools, software, and platforms to create and distribute their products. You will find this episode inspiring if you are a music creator interested in publishing print or digital products! Products mentioned in this episode: Affinity Publisher https://affinity.serif.com/en-gb/ Graphics and fonts https://creativemarket.com/ Team collaboration and communication https://www.notion.so/ Music Notation Programs: https://www.finalemusic.com/ https://musescore.org/en Database https://www.airtable.com/ Print on Demand S ..read more

In our first interview of Season 9, Donna and Nikki discuss all things Christmas and Winter concert related. From when to start planning, tips for successful first performances, Donna and Nikki’s favourite songs, and even ideas for teachers who don’t like planning concerts, this episode is brimming with repertoire and planning ideas! Composer and music educator Donna Rhodenizer brings her sage advice and gentle, creative spirit to the Full Voice Podcast. ? Music Mentioned In This Episode ? Christmas - Sacred “O Little Town of Bethlehem” “Silent Night” ? Christmas - Secular “Hey Santa, Ho ..read more

The FULL VOICE Podcast with Nikki Loney offers voice pedagogy, business strategies, and best practices for professional voice teachers. The season eight recap episode highlights inspirational teacher takeaways from last season. Season Nine begins September 27th, 2024 ..read more

Are You Inspired or Tired? In the season eight finale of the FULL VOICE Podcast, we explore the journey of building a business you love. Nikki offers personal and professional development tips to help teachers enhance their businesses and achieve a better work/life balance. Tune in for inspiration, considerations, and practical advice to end your season on a high note. Thank you for tuning into the FULL VOICE Podcast! Stay tuned for season nine, launching in September 2024. Links mentioned in this episode: ⌚Live Office Hours A monthly Q&A for voice teachers. Watch recorded episodes on our ..read more

Social media expert Karen Michaels shares the latest updates on social media platforms. This conversation covers the new "pay-to-play" features for authenticating Meta accounts, Social Media Optimization (SMO), Substack, and inspirational best practices for teachers using social media to promote and celebrate their businesses. Links mentioned in this episode: Registration for the 2024 NATS Convention in Knoxville, Tennessee, June 28th to July 2nd, 2024 Hurry! Registration deadline June 3rd https://www.nats.org/knoxville2024.html FULL VOICE Music Live Office Hours - Introducing Vocal Jazz Music ..read more