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Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy

David Sisco
Voice Pedagogy
Vocal Pedagogy
Leadership
Voice Identity
Humor
National Association Of Teachers Of Singing
Ethics
Teaching
Boulder, United States
New York City
Laura Strickling
Self
Attachment Theory
Window Of Tolerance
Mindfulness
Nature and Nurture
Talent Development
Boston Conservatory At Berklee
Vocal Health
Social Factors

Welcome to Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy, a podcast dedicated to the art and practice of teaching singers. Host David Sisco knits together current research from a plethora of fields to highlight a student-centered, culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach to teaching, which gives singers agency over their vocal expression and buoys teacher well-being. Each episode, David will be joined by a s... more

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On this episode of Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy, I have the joy of talking to my dear friend and colleague Christopher Preston Thompson about the multifarious life of an adjunct voice teacher. Christopher currently teaches at two City University of Ne... more

On this episode of Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy, I have the absolute pleasure of talking to Rabih Lahoud, who is a German-Lebanese singer, composer, and educator. We discuss his book Stimme im Flow (Voice in Flow) and the powerful connections that exi... more

Remember getting a checklist from your teacher of things to bring on your first day of school? Well, on this episode of Wholehearted Pedagogy, we're going to consider what should be on the voice teacher's checklist as we head back into this new seaso... more

On this episode of the podcast, I have a fascinating discussion with Dr. Belinda McMahon about her research on the voice and identity. We dive into her PhD dissertation to discuss the many influences on an individual's speaking and singing voice and ... more

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Recent Guests

Belinda McMahon
Australian voice researcher, educator, singing teacher; founder of VoicePrint Professionals
VoicePrint Professionals
Episode: Ep. 38 - "Voice and Identity" with Dr. Belinda McMahon
Seán Curran
Director and choreographer for The Siren of the Drunken Boat
Seán Curran Company
Episode: Ep. 37 - "What We Can Learn from Dancers" with Seán Curran
Isaí Jess Muñoz
Executive arts leader, internationally acclaimed tenor, educator and voice teacher
Boston Conservatory at Berklee
Episode: Ep. 36 - "Leadership" with Dr. Isaí Jess Muñoz
Laura Strickling
Two-time Grammy nominee, soprano known for promoting new music
Independent/artist; co-host of Song Cycle podcast
Episode: Ep. 33 - "Collaboration" with Laura Strickling
Josh Gaba
Former NYU student; lead singer of No Way Out; solo artist
No Way Out; NYU alumnus
Episode: Ep. 32 - "One Year in the Rearview Mirror, Part I" with Mariana Beauchamp & Josh Gaba
Mariana Beauchamp
Multi-disciplinary artist from Puerto Rico; vocalist, educator, and performer
Independent artist; NYU Master's in Vocal Pedagogy graduate
Episode: Ep. 32 - "One Year in the Rearview Mirror, Part I" with Mariana Beauchamp & Josh Gaba
Adam L. Kelly
Professor of Sports and Exercise; Director of Research for Athlete and Youth Sports Development Lab
Birmingham City University
Episode: Ep. 31 - "Nature and Nurture" with Dr. Adam L. Kelly
Jina Nam
New York City-based voice teacher, performer, and licensed speech-language pathologist
Marymount Manhattan College; Pace University; Penn Medicine Becker ENT; private studio JNVC
Episode: Ep. 30 - "Assessing the Singer" with Jina Nam
Dr. Nicholas Perna
Associate Professor and Director of Vocal Pedagogy at the University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: Ep. 29 - "Ethics and the Voice Teacher" with Dr. Nicholas Perna

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David Sisco
Host of Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy; self-hosted through the podcast and related book project

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Could not recommend enough

    I have thoroughly enjoyed every single episode of this podcast. So many wonderful conversations!

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    Coloratuna93
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for its thoughtful, research-informed conversations.
The discussions consistently focus on safe, student-centered pedagogy and ethics in voice teaching.
The format balances theory with actionable teaching strategies.
Sponsorship potential is high for audiences seeking education-focused, professional development content.
Guests are highly knowledgeable and bring practical teaching insights.

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Ep. 30 - "Assessing the Singer" with Jina Nam
Q: How do you address vocal health concerns that arise during an assessment?
Issues are addressed immediately if they impact health or growth; otherwise, they're discussed openly with a plan to support health and performance.
Ep. 30 - "Assessing the Singer" with Jina Nam
Q: How do you balance gathering information with making the student feel comfortable in the first lesson?
Questions are posed in a way that invites dialogue, making the student an active partner in the process and ensuring they don't feel surveyed.
Ep. 30 - "Assessing the Singer" with Jina Nam
Q: What does vocal assessment look like in your studio, and does it change by setting (academic vs. professional)?
Assessment starts with information gathering about background, health, and goals, followed by exploratory warm-ups; it emphasizes collaboration and adapts language and focus to each student's context.
Ep. 27 - "Teaching Beyond Academia" with Dr. Jennifer & Dr. Mark McQuade
Q: What drove your decision to move from post-secondary education into secondary and independent teaching?
A combination of budget cuts, a desire for a more direct impact on students, and a sense that the classroom and community could benefit from a more flexible, student-centered approach.
Ep. 38 - "Voice and Identity" with Dr. Belinda McMahon
Q: What are the main factors influencing vocal development and identity, and were there surprises in the data?
Family background, exposure to music, community and learning environments, and social validation strongly shape vocal identity; a key surprise was recognizing that singing teachers are only one influence among many, mainly operating within the social layer of the model.

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What is Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the art and science of teaching singers through a student-centered, trauma-informed approach that foregrounds vocal identity, health, and ethical practice. Across episodes, conversations blend research from pedagogy, psychology, and performance with practical coaching strategies, highlighting safe teaching spaces, collaboration, and leadership in arts education. Highlights include cross-disciplinary lessons from dancers, discussions on ethics and identity in voice, and actionable guidance for syllabi, assessment, and workload balance, making it a strong resource for teachers, studio owners, and program directors seeking contemporary, research-informed pedagogy.

Noteworthy aspects include a clear emphasis on holistic te... more

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2. Seán Curran
3. Isaí Jess Muñoz
4. Laura Strickling
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