What's New > Listen Up! NATSCast fall podcasts are here
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Get ready to explore a fresh lineup of episodes from NATSCast, the official podcast network of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS).
NATSCast partners have been busy rolling out new content that is sure to inspire, educate and entertain — covering everything from the business of singing to voice health and everything in between.
Fall 2024 Highlights:
Your weekly dash of voice science, pedagogy, and pop culture with co-hosts Nicholas Perna and Sarah Welch Pigott.
Recent & upcoming episodes:
- Oct. 25 – ICVT Toronto Preview
- Nov. 1 – Vibrato
- Nov. 8 – Teaching Children
- Nov. 15 – New Nasality Nuisances
- Nov. 22 – Middle Voice Musings
- Dec. 6 – Guest Kerrie Obert
- Dec. 13 – VocalFri Christmas VIII
Host Nikki Loney leads a fun and informative podcast for the independent voice teacher working with singers of all ages. Sharing inspiring interviews with music educators from around the world, The Full Voice Podcast shares modern teaching tips, vocal pedagogy, business strategies and fun.
Recent & upcoming episodes:
- Sept. 27 – Episode 198: Songs & Strategies for Winter Recitals
- Oct. 25 – Episode 199: Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults with Dr. Jenevora Williams - third edition, new release!
- Nov. 29 – Episode 200 with Michelle Markwart Deveaux
- Dec 27 – Episode 201 with Steve Ferrell (Mindfulness and self-care during the holidays)
The Business Savvy Singer with Greta Pope
Weekly conversations with professional singers performing a variety of musical styles. It isn’t enough to just sing beautifully. Business acumen is essential in today’s climate. Hear from singers in the areas of classical music, pop, country, R&B, Broadway and more. Each week you’ll get a glimpse into their lives as we celebrate their personal journey to success.
Recent & upcoming episodes:
- Sept. 25: Ulrike McCarty, Yoga Studio Owner
- Sept. 30: Jayne Allen, Award-Winning Author
- Oct. 8: Meg Paulette Perez, Punk Rock Musician
- Oct. 15: The Many Benefits of Singing
Voice experts and bestselling authors Dr Gillyanne Kayes & Jeremy Fisher have been chatting about voice for more than 20 years — this time they've switched the microphone on. Vocal technique? Check. Musicals? Check. The weird things you can do with your voice? Check. Includes AMA on voice, singing, speaking, performance techniques, voice exercises and so much more.
Recent & upcoming episodes:
- Oct. 22 – Redefining Gender Identity & Authenticity in Musical Theatre Training, with Naomi Lee Schulke
- Upcoming – Best of 2024, Part 1: Reflecting on episodes 1-6, including cringeworthy reviews, breath pressure and flow, vagus nerve, belief systems, breathing & support, and little green men.
- Nov. 5 – Best of 2024 Part 2: Reviewing episodes 7-11, including Just How Boring Are You? Songwriting Drum & Bass, touring while pregnant, taste in music and authenticity in singing.
Performers and voice teachers, let's live our best multi-hyphenate life! Multiple streams of income, social media, writing, music, life hacks, and more! Helping you find the best way through life with your creative GPS. You know what you want and what YOU are good at... let's talk about how to maximize those things and enjoy life along the way! I'll be sharing social media marketing tips, audition tips, voice and performance tips, and life stuff...yup! The good and the....not-as-good and how to learn from that to reach your desired goals and dreams!
Recent & upcoming episodes:
- Oct. 26 – Top Social Media Platforms Inspo + Strategies for your Creative Business
- Nov. 14 – ChatGPT can be your bestie!
- Nov. 22 – Introducing my Social Media Field Guide for 2025
- Dec. 6 – My Simplified Tech Stack
- Dec. 27 – End of Year Recap + 25 Goals for ’25
Pianist Natalie Sherer delves into the specific ways composers musically reflect the texts in art song, highlight details to listen for, and discuss the collaborative process and artistic choices made in each performance.
Recent episodes:
- Episode 1: Hugo Wolf's Mignon Lieder, featuring “Kennst du das Land?” with mezzo-soprano Sahoko Timpone. Discussion with pianist Martin Katz.
- Episode 2: Rebecca Clarke’s “Tiger, Tiger” with soprano Marcía Porter.
- Episode 3: Henri Duparc and four singers' voyages through a concert entitled "Sorrow & Ecstasy."
“Our NATSCast partners are a great source of fresh perspectives and insights from the singing world,” said Executive Director Allen Henderson. “The NATSCast Podcast Network is proud to bring together these valuable, free resources for all. I encourage everyone to check out these podcasts that feature all kinds of different views and expertise within our membership and field.”
