Episode #24

I loved digging into Josiah's experience and getting to know his perspective on vocal technique. I hope you enjoy this episode!

CHAPTERS

0:00-Intro

0:34-Story of getting into music

7:48-Switching major nuances

9:40-Growing in music / singing technique

14:05-The value of specializing

17:20-Becoming a tenor

19:20-Nitty gritty of singing technique

21:03-Singers are athletes (in a sense)

23:00-Handling practicing lows

24:30-Recording behind a mic vs. singing live

30:00-Pros of classical vocal technique

32:15-Venturing into other genres’ vocal styles

35:50-Open throat in a breathy singing style

38:40-Technique of singing “forward”

39:50-The work that goes into effective expression

41:00-"Budgeting” vocal health

47:20-Emotional effect of singing in various genres

56:30-The different feel of different genres

58:50-Editing vocals

1:01:40-Outro

Episode #23

Ethan is one of my best friends and this conversation was a long time coming. In this episode, there are many memories and points I hope to never forget, and I'm grateful our words can be immortalized here. :) Thank you, and enjoy!

CHAPTERS

0:00-Intro

0:20-Ethan’s story seeking God

8:15-Music philosophy connections

10:50-Shared history

14:40-Prayer memory

16:55-Other memories

18:55-Ramifications of seeking God

21:15-Heartache and comfort from God

24:40-Doubts about trusting God (story)

26:50-Assurance through answered prayers

28:20-Two keys to our spiritual growth

29:40-Illustration of a Gospel life perspective

32:20-The buildup of the discipline of prayer

34:40-Waking up early to be with God

37:45-Ethan’s focus spending time with God

42:40-How God receives the most glory

44:00-Failed attempt to end the conversation

44:50-Music philosophy and social media

48:15-Outro

Episode #22

Enjoy this conversation with Estevão Gonçalves! 10/10 convo. His perspective on growth in skill and having a correct mindset toward God is incredible and I hope it is a blessing to you.

CHAPTERS

0:00-Intro

0:15-The level it takes to be happy with an instrument

1:15-Getting serious about singing

4:50-Fulfillment in doing music

10:07-Music style distinctions in church services

14:45-On the vocal style, "crooning"

16:33-The context of the body of Christ

22:55-Worship between generations

29:07-Individuality related to the gift of music

33:10-Brazilian who lost his singing voice

34:50-God gave us all we have

36:20-Motivation in glorifying God

43:05-An example of leveled motivation

47:00-Being relaxed during performance

52:30-The work behind musicianship

53:00-Obsessing over your craft

58:00-Prioritizing God

1:04:40-God’s gifts to His children

1:06:45-Outro