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In my last blog, I explored the master/apprentice dynamic in vocal training - the quiet authority that exists within one-to-one singing lessons, and the influence that naturally comes with being a vocal coach or singing teacher. Following on from that is another, slightly more uncomfortable (but equally important, if not more) consideration: our own artistic preferences, identities and biases - and how much space they take up in the vocal coaching room. This isn't about blam

For as long as there have been singing teachers, there's been a certain image attached to the profession - the wise master passing down knowledge to the eager apprentice. It's a model that has shaped generations of singers and, for many of us, formed the foundation of our early training. But as our understanding of learning, creativity, and performance psychology has evolved, it's worth asking: is the master/apprentice model still serving today's singers? In my work as The Bi

Graduating from musical theatre college is an exciting milestone, but stepping into your first professional roles can be challenging....