The FULL VOICE Podcast
Sharing pedagogy, business strategies, and best practices for your voice studio.
Our Latest Podcasts
205 | Using YouTube As A Teaching Tool With Jeff
In episode #205, Nikki welcomes special guest Jeff Costello, an accomplished musician, vocalist, music educator, and voice teacher with decades of experience. Today’s conversation dives into a surprisingly controversial topic: using YouTube as a teaching tool. While it’s widely used, some voice teachers still see it as a less-than-ideal option for instruction. Jeff and Nikki…
204 | You Are Doing A Great Job with Nikki
Teaching is not for the faint of heart—especially if you work with beginners! Students who need more support and repetition in lessons can make us doubt our teaching skills. But here’s the truth: YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB. In episode 204 of The FULL VOICE Podcast, we discuss common teacher traps, what teacher patience…
203 | Non-Competitive Singing Festivals with Linda Fletcher
Nikki talks with esteemed vocal educator Linda Fletcher about the Oakville Vocal Arts Festival. Unlike traditional competitive festivals, this non-competitive event offers singers of all ages a transformative experience that fosters growth, creativity, and a genuine love for singing in a supportive, pressure-free environment.
202 | Early Childhood Music with Ben Bowen
Nikki Loney welcomes award-winning childhood music educator and composer Ben Bowen to discuss the life-long impact of music education. This conversation explores the benefits of music for all ages and how Ben’s pop, rock, folk, and jazz melodies inspire and connect singers of every generation.
201 | The Sustainable Voice Studio: From Burnout to Balance
In this special year-end episode, Nikki Loney welcomes back Steve Ferrell, a therapeutic counsellor, meditation expert, and yoga instructor, to discuss self-care strategies for busy educators. This conversation explores the distinction between soothing activities (that temporarily distract) and restorative practices (that truly replenish). You’ll gain practical tips for weaving moments of restoration into your day,…
200 | Institutional Memory with Michelle Markwart Deveaux
Join Michelle Markwart Deveaux and Nikki Loney celebrating our 200th episode! Michelle and Nikki discuss “institutional memory”, what it is, and why it can help multi-teacher and solo-teacher studios take their businesses to the next level. Michelle walks us through an exercise framework she calls “The Four R’s” and Nikki goes vulnerably deep into the…
199 | Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults
In Episode 199 of the FULL VOICE Podcast, Dr. Jenevora Williams joins us to discuss her upcoming book, "Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults," releasing in late November. We'll explore her research and practical approach to vocal pedagogy for young singers. A must-listen for voice teachers and music educators looking to deepen their understanding…
198 | Songs & Strategies for Winter Recitals
In our first interview of Season 9, Donna and Nikki discuss all things related to Christmas and Winter concerts. From when to start planning to tips for successful first performances, Donna and Nikki’s favourite songs, and even ideas for teachers who don’t like planning concerts, this episode is brimming with repertoire and planning ideas! Composer…
197 | Season 8 Recap
The FULL VOICE Podcast with Nikki Loney offers voice pedagogy, business strategies, and best practices for professional voice teachers. This season 8 Recap episode features some of the best teacher takeaways and inspirational conversations from our guests last year. Whether it’s letting go of perfectionism, embracing the unknown, or learning to treat your studio like…
