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From the mind of Michelle Markwart Deveaux…
Do you own a business that helps people use their voice? I do too. Here on the FcK blog, I do my best to provide actionable tips, words of wisdom, and high fives of encouragement so that running your voice related business will be easy and feed your soul.
How to Answer “But What Exactly do you DO?”
As small business owners, we're often asked to explain what we do in a clear and concise way. It's a simple request, but one that can be surprisingly difficult to...
Five Reasons I Gave Up “Charging What I’m Worth”
The concept of “charging what you’re worth” is misleading and harmful, as it connects personal value to financial position and can lead to negative self-perceptions. Instead, focus on valuing services based on what is needed to run a business effectively.
Some Days, Magic. Thoughts on Open Door Productions’ Jesus Christ Superstar
Open Door Productions is a brand spankin' new company formed by the...
This One Thing: A Mis-Guide to Singing
A poem for singing friends.
When Nikki Loney Asks to Podcast You, Say Yes.
^^^^ That is Faith, the official feline of Full Voice Music. She's...
Guest Blog by Teacher Developer Extraordinaire Sharon Genkin
I met Sharon when I was living in San Jose, Ca. We had a lot of fun...
On the Expectation of Information
So, this happened. Again. Since it recently happened, I should...
A Guide to Social Media-ing, for Voice Teachers, Because I Care.
One of my favorite things to do is frolic on the interwebs. I love...
Yes. You DO have to understand the I-ii7-V7-I if you want to sing Jazz with me. I’ll help!
Lots of lessons this week with new-to-Jazz singers. YAY! I get great...
Why I’ll Still Call it Chest/Head/Mix, Even Though I Know Better
The debate over head and chest voice in singing is still a hot topic. Learn why I still use these terms and how they relate to vocal technique and emotion.
Hand Held Mics ~ Not Mikes.
Mic. Because it's short for MICROPHONE. There are several gazillion...
“Do I need a coach or a teacher?”
In short, BOTH. Coaches and Teachers are an integral part of...
Talent is not enough.
This post is for the teachers of voice, and the singers of pop music. I didn’t break it up because I think we need to understand each other a little better, in order to turn the tides of the “chew ’em up and spit ’em out” industry.
I don’t want to hear what you *wish* you could sing…
I want to hear what you can sing. And perform. Here’s the truth....