The Voice in the Menopause Transition: The Missing Element in Literature and Research
Yesterday, I decided to talk publicly ...
I’m a Meripenopausal… Sorry, Perimenopausal Singer
So yeah, brain farts are a thing. Just like perimenopausal rage. Let’s not call it “mood swings”. It’s pure rage, alternated with ...
Working with Hypermobile Singers – BAST Singing Teachers Talk Podcast
Be A Singing Teacher - BAST Training has invited me for their podcast, because ...
Perfectionism is NOT the Enemy – How ACT Can Help Singers Find Balance
Perfectionism. It’s a word that carries a double edge. On one hand, it can drive you ...
I Don’t Know How I Teach Singing
I spend the most hours of my weeks teaching singers privately. This week, one of the singers I work with asked me when I will ...
Hypermobile Singers: From Pretty Impressive to Pretty Painful
I'm a hypermobile singer and some of my clients are as well. The challenges we face ...
Is it Safe to Sing? Hack Your Brain and Sing with Ease!
Your brain does not really care if you’re thriving or just surviving. The top-priority of your mind is safety. This means that ...
But I Can’t Sing! Well Then… Learn.
If you struggle with hitting the right notes, feel like you just can’t seem to sing in tune or even believe that you’re “tone-deaf”, I’ve ...
Taming the Acid Beast: Voice Care Tips for Reflux Sufferers
If you’re a reflux sufferer, here’s everything you need to know about the causes of this voice nemesis and how to deal with it!
Diagnosing the Acid Beast: Are You a Reflux Sufferer?
Let’s talk reflux. It’s not the most glamorous topic, but one that’s essential for anyone who cares about their voice. Whether you’re ...
How Do You Take Care of Your Voice?
It’s crucial to give your voice the care it deserves. Your voice is a delicate instrument that requires thoughtful maintenance,...
The Power of Difficult Questions – A Journey Through Storytelling Techniques
Authenticity fuels the connection that...
Pump Up Your Tongue!
Having a strong tongue is essential for you as a singer, because it directly impacts your articulation, breathing, overall vocal control and even your general health and wellbeing!
Does Your Tongue Pass the Waterballoon Test?
In case you didn't know yet: I have a tongue fetish! 👅😝 Restricted tongue mobility can severely impact your singing. Even slight ...
Owning Those Riffs and Runs
If you’re on a mission to up your vocal skills, you’ve probably heard about the magic of mastering riffs, licks, and runs. Well, you’re in for a treat, because the…
The Menstrual Cycle and its Impact on the Singing Voice
Have you ever noticed changes in your voice throughout your menstrual cycle? Understanding these ups and downs can ...
Scream Like a Kid! The Therapeutic Effects of the Extreme Vocal Effects
Kids have a lot to teach us on vocal technique and we, the adults, bear a big responsibility!
Psychological Flexibility: Use ACT to Reduce Performance Anxiety
Acceptance and Commitment Training helps you to recognize when you're stuck in ...
The Shizzle that Happens After Your Microphone
I have said it many times: 50% of your sound is determined by the microphone you’re singing through, what you do with it, and everything that happens after like ...
Understanding and Overcoming Tongue Tie in Singers
As a singer, you spend countless hours perfecting your technique, honing your skills, and ensuring your vocal health. Yet, ...
“That Little Extra”: Insights on Performance Psychology
Have you ever found yourself teetering on the edge of success, only to be held back by self-doubt, stress, or fear of failure? You’re not alone. During a webinar led…
I’m no longer a professional singer.
Last year, I was invited to contribute to research on the health & wellbeing of music creators in the EU, commissioned by and authored for the European Commission’s ...
Why you should add a Swelling Check to your Check-in
Watching this video by Dr. Bastian made me go “D’UH, this is worth gold 🤗 Why haven’t I been advising my clients to do this before? 🙄 However, we live…
Theatrical Fog and Known Health Effects
The visual effects that can be created onstage nowadays are AH-MAH-ZING! ✨💥🔥💨 However, you might have noticed that they can create difficulties for your voice...
Who’s the Right Teacher for You?
It might be that as your voice teacher and vocal coach, I am quite an important person in your life as a singer. But frankly, I am only a shackle…
An exercise about UNdoing while singing
Are you sitting down? Good. Make yourself comfortable, sit back a little bit. Close your eyes - well, first read what you're supposed to do after closing your eyes 😉
Understanding your voice provides freedom
In this blog, I talk about Complete Vocal Technique and some of the most important lessons on vocal pedagogy I have learned; and want to pass on to you. So…
Use gentle vocal sounds to release muscular tensions
It’s likely that you already experienced yourself that mindful bodywork can be very powerful in order to solve vocal issues. Yin yoga, stretching, alexander technique,…
What to do when the weather is bad? Sing!
Let’s face it. It’s easier to work out when the sun is shining. Running in the park, biking in the city, walking on the beach,… When the weather is good,…
What’s happening with all these singers dropping like flies?
Many among you, all over the world, can finally perform again! 🥳 Unfortunately, a lot of you are also getting ill… Why is that? There can be many reasons.
When you’re a singer AND a voice teacher – Report Eurovox 2018
This post is a mix of a blogpost and my report on Eurovox 2018. Feel free to skip what’s not interesting to you 😉 Eurovox is a congress organized by…
I am officially handicapped to the voice. (For real. No clickbait.)
Today, I’m sharing a very personal story that has led to my basic philosophy as a voice teacher and vocal coach. I'll start with a timeline.
Why is it so difficult to understand the announcements in Flemish train stations?
Here are the thoughts of a voice geek while taking the train on a sunny sunday… The voice of the announcements in Flemish train stations is using Neutral with air,…
Protect your ears & trust your gut!
In 2011, I suffered severe acute acoustic trauma. Hyperacusis, tinnitus and sudden deafness, the whole shabam. Thank you, Prince @ Sint-Pietersplein Ghent…
Microphone Technique
If you're not a classical singer, chances are big you're using a microphone when on stage. Knowing how to work with it is crucial, if you want to make the…
Who is setting your goals?
In What's the role of a voice teacher?, I have talked about how to prepare the first session with a new teacher. Today, I will give you some tools for…
What’s the role of a voice teacher?
No, I don't look into the future and guarantee a positive outcome if you do what I tell you to do every step of the way. One of the first…
The Voice in the Menopause Transition: The Missing Element in Literature and Research
Yesterday, I decided to talk publicly ...
I’m a Meripenopausal… Sorry, Perimenopausal Singer
So yeah, brain farts are a thing. Just like perimenopausal rage. Let’s not call it “mood swings”. It’s pure rage, alternated with ...
Working with Hypermobile Singers – BAST Singing Teachers Talk Podcast
Be A Singing Teacher - BAST Training has invited me for their podcast, because ...
Perfectionism is NOT the Enemy – How ACT Can Help Singers Find Balance
Perfectionism. It’s a word that carries a double edge. On one hand, it can drive you ...
I Don’t Know How I Teach Singing
I spend the most hours of my weeks teaching singers privately. This week, one of the singers I work with asked me when I will ...
Hypermobile Singers: From Pretty Impressive to Pretty Painful
I'm a hypermobile singer and some of my clients are as well. The challenges we face ...
Is it Safe to Sing? Hack Your Brain and Sing with Ease!
Your brain does not really care if you’re thriving or just surviving. The top-priority of your mind is safety. This means that ...
But I Can’t Sing! Well Then… Learn.
If you struggle with hitting the right notes, feel like you just can’t seem to sing in tune or even believe that you’re “tone-deaf”, I’ve ...
Taming the Acid Beast: Voice Care Tips for Reflux Sufferers
If you’re a reflux sufferer, here’s everything you need to know about the causes of this voice nemesis and how to deal with it!
Diagnosing the Acid Beast: Are You a Reflux Sufferer?
Let’s talk reflux. It’s not the most glamorous topic, but one that’s essential for anyone who cares about their voice. Whether you’re ...
How Do You Take Care of Your Voice?
It’s crucial to give your voice the care it deserves. Your voice is a delicate instrument that requires thoughtful maintenance,...
The Power of Difficult Questions – A Journey Through Storytelling Techniques
Authenticity fuels the connection that...
Pump Up Your Tongue!
Having a strong tongue is essential for you as a singer, because it directly impacts your articulation, breathing, overall vocal control and even your general health and wellbeing!
Does Your Tongue Pass the Waterballoon Test?
In case you didn't know yet: I have a tongue fetish! 👅😝 Restricted tongue mobility can severely impact your singing. Even slight ...
Owning Those Riffs and Runs
If you’re on a mission to up your vocal skills, you’ve probably heard about the magic of mastering riffs, licks, and runs. Well, you’re in for a treat, because the…
The Menstrual Cycle and its Impact on the Singing Voice
Have you ever noticed changes in your voice throughout your menstrual cycle? Understanding these ups and downs can ...
Scream Like a Kid! The Therapeutic Effects of the Extreme Vocal Effects
Kids have a lot to teach us on vocal technique and we, the adults, bear a big responsibility!
Psychological Flexibility: Use ACT to Reduce Performance Anxiety
Acceptance and Commitment Training helps you to recognize when you're stuck in ...
The Shizzle that Happens After Your Microphone
I have said it many times: 50% of your sound is determined by the microphone you’re singing through, what you do with it, and everything that happens after like ...
Understanding and Overcoming Tongue Tie in Singers
As a singer, you spend countless hours perfecting your technique, honing your skills, and ensuring your vocal health. Yet, ...
“That Little Extra”: Insights on Performance Psychology
Have you ever found yourself teetering on the edge of success, only to be held back by self-doubt, stress, or fear of failure? You’re not alone. During a webinar led…
I’m no longer a professional singer.
Last year, I was invited to contribute to research on the health & wellbeing of music creators in the EU, commissioned by and authored for the European Commission’s ...
Why you should add a Swelling Check to your Check-in
Watching this video by Dr. Bastian made me go “D’UH, this is worth gold 🤗 Why haven’t I been advising my clients to do this before? 🙄 However, we live…
Theatrical Fog and Known Health Effects
The visual effects that can be created onstage nowadays are AH-MAH-ZING! ✨💥🔥💨 However, you might have noticed that they can create difficulties for your voice...
Who’s the Right Teacher for You?
It might be that as your voice teacher and vocal coach, I am quite an important person in your life as a singer. But frankly, I am only a shackle…
An exercise about UNdoing while singing
Are you sitting down? Good. Make yourself comfortable, sit back a little bit. Close your eyes - well, first read what you're supposed to do after closing your eyes 😉
Understanding your voice provides freedom
In this blog, I talk about Complete Vocal Technique and some of the most important lessons on vocal pedagogy I have learned; and want to pass on to you. So…
Use gentle vocal sounds to release muscular tensions
It’s likely that you already experienced yourself that mindful bodywork can be very powerful in order to solve vocal issues. Yin yoga, stretching, alexander technique,…
What to do when the weather is bad? Sing!
Let’s face it. It’s easier to work out when the sun is shining. Running in the park, biking in the city, walking on the beach,… When the weather is good,…
What’s happening with all these singers dropping like flies?
Many among you, all over the world, can finally perform again! 🥳 Unfortunately, a lot of you are also getting ill… Why is that? There can be many reasons.
When you’re a singer AND a voice teacher – Report Eurovox 2018
This post is a mix of a blogpost and my report on Eurovox 2018. Feel free to skip what’s not interesting to you 😉 Eurovox is a congress organized by…
I am officially handicapped to the voice. (For real. No clickbait.)
Today, I’m sharing a very personal story that has led to my basic philosophy as a voice teacher and vocal coach. I'll start with a timeline.
Why is it so difficult to understand the announcements in Flemish train stations?
Here are the thoughts of a voice geek while taking the train on a sunny sunday… The voice of the announcements in Flemish train stations is using Neutral with air,…
Protect your ears & trust your gut!
In 2011, I suffered severe acute acoustic trauma. Hyperacusis, tinnitus and sudden deafness, the whole shabam. Thank you, Prince @ Sint-Pietersplein Ghent…
Microphone Technique
If you're not a classical singer, chances are big you're using a microphone when on stage. Knowing how to work with it is crucial, if you want to make the…
Who is setting your goals?
In What's the role of a voice teacher?, I have talked about how to prepare the first session with a new teacher. Today, I will give you some tools for…
What’s the role of a voice teacher?
No, I don't look into the future and guarantee a positive outcome if you do what I tell you to do every step of the way. One of the first…