
Sing Confidently, Live Creatively - Singing Tips for Musical Theatre Actors, Vocal Exercises, Vocal Technique, How to Sing Better
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How to Build Confidence as a Singer and Performing Artist Through Action // Ep. 222
Come hang with me & get voice coaching at the free Sing Confidently Masterclass HERE! Hi Singers! Today, I'm sharing about how we practically build confidence as singers and performing artists - through taking action! I share some of my personal singer/performer updates and updates on Creatively Performing Arts, my online studio - including the fact that the Sing Confidently Course is ON SALE!!! I share about how putting yourself out there in person and online proves that you CAN sing in front of others and allows you to give yourself feedback. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Start the Sing Confidently Course for just $97 HERE!(www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with one of your friends who loves to sing too!
Sing Riffs and Ad Libs with Confidence! // Ep. 221
Sign up for the free Sing Confidently Masterclass HERE Hi singers! I'm sharing a live I did in the Singing Tips & Techniques for Women Facebook group, all about how we can sing riffs and ad libs with more CONFIDENCE! This is honestly a mini-training on how to start riffing as well, as well as how to overcome limiting beliefs that you might be holding onto that are keeping you from singing with more freedom and improvisation. Listen in!! WHAT NEXT? → Start the Sing Confidently Course for just $97 HERE!(www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with one of your friends who loves to sing too!
You ARE a Singer, You ARE an Artist. Take Your Creative Calling Seriously // Ep. 220
Sign up for the free Sing Confidently Masterclass HERE You are a singer. Do you struggle to call yourself that? Do you struggle to call yourself a performer, an artist, a creative? I've struggled with that myself and this episode is my reminder to you that if you are doing the work, you can claim the title. I also want to remind you to take your creative gifts and passions seriously. God gave them to you for a reason - no more minimizing your gifts! I HOPE THIS EMPOWERS AND EXCITES YOU! Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Start the Sing Confidently Course for just $97 HERE!(www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Walk Boldly in Your Creative Calling and Make Time to Sing with Alivia Roan! // Ep. 219
Sign up for the free Sing Confidently Masterclass HERE Hi singers! I got to chat with my friend, Alivia Roan, who's a writer, book coach, signer/songwriter, host of the Inspired to Write podcast, and creative entrepreneur who helps aspiring Christian Fiction Authors write their draft and honor God through their creativity without sounding preachy. She's an artist who is CONFIDENT in her creative calling, which I know we can all learn from. In today's episode, she shares how she learned to walk boldly in her creative calling and blocking out time for singing, for writing, and for crocheting in order to engage ALL aspects of her God-given creativity. We also dive into how to overcome fear to go to auditions/perform on stage, why you shouldn't let hitting wrong notes determine how you see yourself as a singer, and why you MUST make time to sing and create. Connect with Alivia! Website: aliviaroan.com Inspired to Write Podcast Instagram WHAT NEXT? → Start the Sing Confidently Course for just $97 HERE!(www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
You Can Get Over the Fear of Singing in Front of Others // Ep. 218
Are you playing safe by not sharing your voice and not singing in front of other people? I need you to know that SINGING MATTERS - Maybe you don't realize your own calling OR how important the voice is and how much singing matters! In today's episode, I'm going to share why your voice does indeed matter and how you can start small when it comes to sharing your voice with other people and with THE WORLD! Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Book your online voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Want to Hit High Notes Better? Try This! // Ep. 217
Do you want to improve your higher range and sound better when you sing high notes? Girl, you're not alone! You absolutely can, but you just have to be willing to know and practice the proper technique! Let's get into my 4 step process for hitting high notes better without straining your voice or simply giving up! Disclaimer: if you do experience any pain as you sing, always take vocal rest and consult a medical professional! Celebrate this win from the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community FB group! --> Orianna Sells released two singles! Check out her songs, "She is Me" and "Jazzbalaya" WHAT NEXT? → Book your online voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Is Your Crazy Perfectionism Stopping You From Singing More? // Ep. 216
Are you overthinking and feeling critical about your voice - so much that you don't even want to begin? Or you are putting off developing as a singer? Maybe you think you have to be perfect on stage or in your cover song video or in writing a song? I get it, but I want you to know you don't have to be perfect to be a confident singer - or to start singing at all. So let's talk about how we overcome perfectionism as we start singing with confidence! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Insecure about Singing and Performing? How to Start Your Confidence Journey with Heather Edwards // Ep. 215
Hi Singers! I'm sharing my conversation with the incredible, crazy confident, Heather Edwards! Heather is a Confidence Coach and host of the Crazy Confidence Coach podcast. She coaches women just like you who are ready to move past fear and self-doubt to become the most confident version of who God has called them to be! Heather shares her story and then gives you tactical tools you can use to start building confidence as a singer and performer and to realize how you sharing your creative gift of singing can transform others' lives. Becoming the most confident YOU will determine your becoming the most confident SINGER. Listen in! CONNECT WITH HEATHER! Website - www.thecrazyconfidencecoach.com Podcast - The Crazy Confidence Coach P.s., Listen to Heather interview me! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Why Are You Procrastinating When it Comes to Singing? // Ep. 214
Do you put off starting to sing more again and again - month after month, year after year? Do you procrastinate growing as a singer, learning how to sing, or performing on stage? Do you keep procrastinating your desire to sing at auditions and open mic nights? Today, I'm answering the question, why do we procrastinate? And I'm sharing two simple questions you can ask yourself to help you move past this so you can make time to sing more and with CONFIDENCE! I challenge you to refuse to hesitate one more moment! Come to the facebook group and tell me - do you struggle with procrastinating, yes or no? Don't procrastinate :), come grab a lesson HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio)!!! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
How to Sing When You Don’t Feel Confident // Ep. 213
Hi Singer! Do you struggle to feel confident in your singing voice? Do you wish you could call yourself a "singer", but don't feel confident that you are one? Do you want to get out of your limiting beliefs and start BUILDING CONFIDENCE as a singer today? Listen in, because I'm taking you through my FOUR STEP FRAMEWORK to build confidence as a singer and you can literally start right now. If you listened until the end, here's my Instagram - @creativelybyestelle! Come DM me which one of these steps you want to take next: Know, Practice, Express, or Improve! @creativelybyestelle WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
How to Sing When You Haven’t Sung in a Long Time // Ep. 212
Are you a former choir kid or theatre kid wishing you could go back to singing as often as you used to? Do you wish you could get your voice back and sing how you used to sing? Do you wish you could actually start pursuing a career or intentional hobby in singing but you feel like it's been too long? Today's episode is for YOU as we get into why it's never too late and how you can start singing again TODAY, no matter how long it's been. One of the biggest things I talk about is getting around other singers as you start committing to this journey so come over to the Facebook group HERE and let me know what small step you'll take to get back to singing. Also, come over to grab your Sing Confidently Voice Lesson HERE to take action today! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
How to Sing When You Feel Selfish for Doing What You Love // Ep. 211
Do you struggle to start singing more or again because it feels selfish to you? Do you worry that starting to sing will mean neglecting things that "really matter" Do you feel like singing should be put off until next year, or until retirement, or until...? Let's get into why your desire to sing and your natural talents for singing are not innately selfish and what you can do to change that limiting belief today! Come over to the Facebook group HERE to share which of these steps you're going to take and come over to grab your Sing Confidently Voice Lesson HERE to take action today! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
How to Sing When You Don’t Have Money for Private Voice Lessons // Ep. 210
Do you want start singing but you can't afford private voice lessons? Let's talk about alternative ways to keep growing as a singer and to keep developing your voice even if you can't take regular voice lessons! Come over to the Facebook group HERE to share which of these steps you're going to take and come over to grab your Sing Confidently Voice Lesson HERE to take action today! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
How to Sing When You Don’t Have Time in 3 Steps! // Ep. 209
Do you want start singing but can't make time in your schedule? Welcome to the How to Sing series!! I'll be coming to you every day this week with practical tips to help you overcome the things stopping your from starting to sing with intention, consistency, and confidence! Listen in to learn 3 simple steps to help you start singing in the midst of a busy schedule. Come over to the Facebook group HERE to share which of these steps you're going to take and come over to grab your virtual voice lesson with me HERE to take action today! Vocal warm up episodes to play during your practice time: 127 // 3 Minute Vocal Warm Up for Beginner Singers! Follow Along! 148 // 4 Vocal Warm Ups in 4 MINUTES! FOLLOW ALONG With These 4 SIMPLE Vocal Warm-Ups Before You Sing Vocal Warm Ups for Beginners: Sing Along With This Simple Vocal Exercise! // Ep. 166 7 Minute Vocal Warm Up for Beginner Singers! // BONUS Episode! WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Start Singing Today Because We Need Your Art with Amie McNee! // Ep. 208
Hi Singers!! I'm so excited to bring this conversation with Amie McNee, author, creativity coach, co-host of The Unpublished Podcast, & creator of Inspired to Write. Amie is going to you to help you START on your journey of committing to singing, performing, and an artistic life in spite of how busy life may be. Amie discusses why your voice and art matters, how coming to terms with her power as an artist changed everything for her, and ways that you can start singing and even creating a career as a performer. Listen in and share with all your friends who also want to start singing and sharing their voice. It matters! Pre-Order Amie's book, We Need Your Art - coming out March 11! - Website: www.amiemcnee.com Podcast: The Unpublished Podcast IG: @inspiredtowrite YT: inspiredtowrite WHAT NEXT? → Book a virtual voice lesson with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
Tension in Your Throat When You Sing High Notes? Do THIS Next Time! // Ep. 207
Do you ever feel tension when you start to sing high notes? Do you struggle to reach high notes easily and without strain? There are multiple reasons you could be feeling this but today, I want to share just ONE reason this might be happening and ONE exercise you can do to fix it super quickly and simply. We're breaking down some anatomy and basics of singing so be sure to take notes and come to the free Facebook Group HERE to tell me if this tip helps you! Get ready to start singing high notes with ease! Listen in! P.s., be sure to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on the How to Sing Series happening next week! WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Join the Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Leave a review HERE! → Share this episode with a friend who wants to start singing too!
You CAN Become a Theatre Artist, Build Confidence as a Singer, & Learn to Belt with Alli Mae Carnes! // Ep. 206
Hi Singers!! If you're ready to start singing with confidence and want inspiration on your journey to know that you CAN do this, then you'll love my conversation with Alli Mae Carnes today. Alli is a Raleigh, NC-based actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, director, teacher, and owner of the Alli Mae Carnes Studio, where she works with kids and teens develop voice, dance, and acting skills! In this episode, Alli and I discuss how she became a full-time performing artist and voice teacher/entrepreneur. She also shares how YOU can grow your confidence as a singer, where to start if you want to learn how to belt, and so much more! Plus, if you have kids who want to learn to sing, check out the Alli Mae Carnes Studio as well! Listen in! Connect with Alli! Website: www.allimaecarnes.com Personal Instagram: @allimaecarnes Studio Instagram: @allimaecarnesstudio WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Join Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Leave a review HERE! → Share this with a friend!
If You are a Singer, You are an Artist! // Ep. 205
Do you want to start taking singing more seriously but you don't feel like a real "artist"? Do you wonder if it's even worth it to grow as a singer because you feel like it's selfish or like your love for the arts isn't worth investing in? I want to share some encouragement to help you understand WHY and HOW singers truly are artists - no matter where you are in the journey - and why this matters. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Join Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Leave a review HERE! → Share this with a friend!
Improve Your Vocal Range, Be a Better Singer, & Find Auditions as a Performer - Q & A for Singers! // Ep. 204
GRAB A FREE VOICE LESSON if you purchase the Sing Confidently Course, this week only! >>> creativelybyestelle.com/course There are so many questions you may have when you are beginning your singing journey as an adult after college or after getting settled in a career. Questions like: How do I increase my range? How do I sing "better"? Where do I find auditions? And more! If you're ready to take singing seriously but you're still at that beginner level, this episode is for you! I'm sharing answers to several questions that beginner-level singers and performers have in order to help you become a more confidence singer starting today! Listen in and be sure to join our Facebook community if you'd like to get your questions answered too! WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Join Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Leave a review HERE! → Share this with a friend!
Will Vocal Exercises Help Me Find My True Voice? // Ep. 203
Have you been wanting to find your "true voice" as a singer? Do you wonder what vocal exercises can help you find your true voice? Today's I'm answering these questions as we chat about what the true singing voice is and how we can all uncover it in simple ways. Listen in! Want to ask a question about singing and performing with confidence? Come over to the Facebook Group: Singing Tips for Performing Artists!)! WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Join Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Leave a review HERE! → Share this with a friend!
3 Musical Theatre Audition Songs for Alto and Mezzo Soprano Singers // Ep. 202
Hi Singers! Today, we are diving into some of my favorite mezzo soprano and alto-friendly musical theatre audition songs. I not only recommend these, but I have used a couple of them myself as a mezzo soprano! If you identify your voice type as an alto or mezzo soprano, I believe you'll find these songs are nicely suited for your voice! Let me know which one you would sing or have sung once you listen(come over to the Facebook Group: Singing Tips for Performing Artists!)! WHAT NEXT? → Work with me HERE! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/studio) → Email me HERE! ([email protected]) → Join Singing Tips & Technique for Women Community HERE! → Join the email list HERE! → Leave a review HERE! → Share this with a friend!
Change Limiting Beliefs and Build Confidence in your Singing voice! // Ep. 201
Hi Performers! Do your limiting beliefs stop you starting to sing? Do you feel selfish for wanting to be a better singer? In this episode, I want you to know that you CAN change your mind - like, you have full permission to do this. I used to think I couldn't even attempt to be a creative or performing artist for a career. I didn't think it would be something I could even have the courage to attempt. I changed my mind! Listen in to learn how and what to do next to actually build confidence as a singer! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (CURRENTLY ON SALE! >>> SING50 FOR $50 OFF! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Want to be a Triple Threat Performer? How to Start Singing as an Actor and Dancer! // Ep. 200
THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE IS CURRENTLY ON SALE! >>> SING50 FOR $50 OFF TO START BUILDING CONFIDENCE AS A SINGER! Hi Creatives! HAPPY 200TH EPISODE!!! So, today we're talking about: what does it mean to be a "triple threat" and why would you want to be one? What are all the different iterations - dancer-first vs. singer-first for example? And how can I get better at singing as an actor or dancer? Listen in to today's episode where I share some thoughts about pursuing acting, dancing, and singing - and simple, practical ways to develop your skill in singing even more! Also, Happy Black History Month!! If you're a black creative/artist, DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! and I would love to support/promote you in some way! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (CURRENTLY ON SALE! >>> SING50 FOR $50 OFF! (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Sing Higher Notes and Start Mixing with This Vocal Warm Up! // BONUS Episode
Free Sing Confidently Workshop (creativelybyestelle.com/studio) this Saturday, February 1 at 6pm EST! Hi creative/performing artists! Today I'm sharing another vocal warm up I did, where I focused a lot on the higher register for treble or female voices. We'll sing a lot in the head voice, to really encourage consistent airflow and resonance on higher notes, then we will do a more "mix voice" exercise, blending the head and chest registers. Let me know if you find yourself going higher than you expected! Also, feel free to do this in the octave you're comfortable with. We will be doing warm ups like this in the workshop on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 so go register at creativelybyestelle.com/studio for free! Get ready to sing along! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Don't Let Limiting Beliefs and Fear Stop You From Learning to Sing With Confidence! // Ep. 199
Free Sing Confidently Workshop (creativelybyestelle.com/studio) this Saturday, February 1 at 6pm EST! Do you feel like your limiting beliefs and fears are keeping you from doing more of what you love? Do you want to be more creative - maybe learn to sing or pursue acting more intentionally - but you're stuck in fear? Singing is something you can learn, you can keep building your skills as a performer, and more but it takes recognizing these limiting beliefs first. Let's get into it! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
7 Minute Vocal Warm Up for Beginner Singers! // BONUS Episode!
Free Sing Confidently Workshop (creativelybyestelle.com/studio) this Saturday, February 1 at 6pm EST! Hi Creatives! I wanted to share this bonus mini-episode for aspiring/growing singers, actor, and performers who to build CONFIDENCE in your singing voice - start by simply warming up your voice! We'll be doing more of this confidence-building for performing artists in the free Sing Confidently Workshop (creativelybyestelle.com/studio) this Saturday! Hope to see you there! (BTW, you can watch the Live video on my IG @creativelybyestelle) WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
How to Take Messy Action and Become a Professional Singer and Performer with Lexi Pinnata! // Ep. 198
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 6pm EST - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to register today! Get access to door prizes (like discounted voice lessons!) and more! Hi creatives! Today, we have Lexi Pinnata on the show! Lexi is a professional singer, actor, dancer, and certified Vocal Educator who has taught students all over the world in her online studio, The Smart Singer. We discuss her journey to performing professionally and how she has taken messy action to become a full-time performer and voice teacher. She also shares how new singers can put themselves out there, start building vocal technique (hello, vowel modification for singers!) and more! Listen in and let the show begin! CONNECT WITH LEXI: Instagram/TikTok: @thesmartsingerstudio Website: www.thesmartsinger.com WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Why Gen Z/Millenial Singers Don't Feel Confident in their Singing // Ep. 197
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 6pm EST - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to register today! Get access to door prizes (like discounted voice lessons!) and more! Hi Singers! If you're a Gen Z/Millenial singer, listen in to today's episode where I share why I believe you MAY be struggling to feel confident in your singing. Hint: do you compare your voice to other singers? When listening to other singers' runs, belting, vocal flips and singing tricks, do you question whether your voice is good enough? I want you to know you're not alone. I'm speaking from experience. So what can you do instead of continuing to not feel confident singing? Listen in! Better Help article NIH article Cybersmile Foundation article WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Audition Tips to Choose a Song for Your Musical Theatre Audition! // Ep. 196
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP COMING SOON! - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to sign up today!! Hi performer! Audition season is here! But how do we go about choosing a song for musical theatre auditions? Do you struggle to know what to sing in auditions for community theatre or other self tape auditions? Here are simple, beginner level tips to help you choose a songs for your theatre auditions in 2025! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE (www.creativelybyestelle.com/course) → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts!
Learn How to Sing Cynthia Erivo's "Defying Gravity" Riff From the Wicked Movie! // Ep. 195
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP COMING SOON! - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to sign up today!! Hi Creatives! Today's episode is for my Wicked fans, my aspiring riff-ers, my musical theatre besties, and my theatre kids at heart! I am breaking down exactly how to do the powerful riff that Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) sings at the end of "Defying Gravity" in the new Wicked movie! I'll lead you through the notes, along with some tips on vocal placement, before we put it all together to create the riff. Listen in - and be ready to sing along! Before you sing - don't forget to warm up! VOCAL WARM UP EPISODES: One SIMPLE Vocal Exercise to Help You Sing Riffs and Runs! // Ep. 172 Vocal Warm Ups for Beginners: Sing Along With This Simple Vocal Exercise! // Ep. 166 112 // 5 Vocal Warm Ups in UNDER 5 MINUTES! FOLLOW ALONG With These 5 SIMPLE Vocal Warm-Ups You Can Do Before You Sing!
How to Overcome Fear, Get Booked as a Performer, and Pursue Your Dreams with Merry Annette King // Ep. 194
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP COMING SOON! - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to sign up today!! I am SO excited to share my conversation with the amazing Merry Annette King, who shares her story of leaving domestic violence and rediscovering her love for theatre and performing! She encourages you to overcome your fears, pursue you dreams to become a dancer, actor, and singer, and perform consistently this year - learn how to be booked as an artist in 2025! Merry is an aerialist, contortionist, dancer, actor, and singer who performs consistently in theatres, circus arts companies, entertainment groups, and more! With a PhD in Communication, she also teaches public speaking! Merry has a powerful story of finding performing again while leaving domestic violence, which she shares through her online platform in order to advocate for survivors and empower people to pursue their creative dreams! Connect with Merry! Website: circusmerry.net Instagram: @circusmerry WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Being a Performing Artist Without Fear and Self-Doubt This Year // Ep. 193
FREE SING CONFIDENTLY WORKSHOP COMING SOON! - Go to creativelybyestelle.com/studio to sign up today!! I know a lot of performers struggle with fear - "what will people say or think?", "what if I mess up?", etc. These questions can keep us from putting ourselves out there to grow! Especially if you are just beginning to explore performing and the arts or you're just coming back to it after a break, these fears can pop up over and over. Let's name these fears and talk about how to move past them so you can start singing, dancing, acting, performing, and creating more than ever this year! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Your Creative Passions are Not Selfish - 10 Ways to Start Your Creative Journey in 2025 For Little to No Money! // Ep. 192
So maybe you really want to be a performer and artist in 2025 but you don't even know where to START. Like you don't know whether you need to build confidence as a singer because you don't even know if you want to sing or act or dance. Or maybe you are performing and singing but you just need another creative outlet (esp. if you're doing this professionally). You feel called to something creative, but then you doubt yourself because you think that call is selfish. It isn't. The #1 thing you can do is to EXPLORE!! Today, I'm sharing TEN ways you can kickstart your creative journey in 2025 for little to no cost if you don't know where to start! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
This is Your Year to Start Singing with Confidence! Happy New Year!! // Ep. 191
HAPPY NEW YEAR PERFORMERS! We are here in 2025, and I am so grateful to God for that!! Here is some encouragement to get you started. This can be the year: Your year to start singing with confidence! In today's episode, I share a bit of my story - pursuing singing professionally after med school, applying for grad school for music, building confidence in my voice and myself! I also go through my simple, 4 step process for how you can build CONFIDENCE as a singer and performer in 2025! (Which is also in THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE - www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!) Trust that God has given you the talent, the desire, and the responsibility to take PRACTICAL action in 2025 as a singer, performer, and creative. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Plan Your Performing Goals in 2025 With Me as a Singer, Actor, and Performing Artist! // Ep. 190
Hi creatives! It's time to start planning our creative goals as singers and performing artists in 2025! We are about to be halfway through the decade! Who did you want to be at the beginning of the decade? Was starting to perform and learning to sing part of your dream? Was becoming a confident singer something you wanted? How did you want to grow your talents in singing, acting, dancing, and performing on stage? Let's plan out how we can grow and build confidence as singers and performers in the new year! P.s. Be sure to get accountability - Come to the course, FB group, or comment on my IG what your performing/creative goal is for 2025!! Let's do this! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Don't Let Lack of Confidence Stop You From Using Your Creative Gifts in 2025! // Ep. 189
Do you struggle with your confidence as a singer? Do you struggle to feel confident in the fact that you want to sing, dance, perform, act, and create because you feel like people will look down on your dreams? Do you struggle to recognize and use your God-given creative gifts? I get that, I really do. But in 2025, we can't let lack of confidence keep us from growing as singers and performers and creatives! Here is a bit of motivation that will excite you for the new year and prepare you to use your God-given creative gifts NO. MATTER. WHAT. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
5 Tips to Become a Better Singer When You Don’t Like the Sound of Your Voice // Ep. 188
Is it possible to become a better singer if you don't like how your voice sounds? Do you feel like your singing isn't as good as you want it to be? Wish you knew how to start liking and loving your voice? I answer these questions in today's episode as I share simple tips from my own experience as a singer so that you can become a better singer and start building confidence as a singer in the new year!! WHAT NEXT? → Free: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Work with me: THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → Community: PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Email list: HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → Connect: DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → Support: LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → Share: Please share this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
You're Not Selfish for Wanting to Sing - Motivation if You Wish You Could Start Singing, Performing, and Creating! // Ep. 187
Have you ever felt like you were selfish or frivolous for wanting to sing or perform on stage or grow as a singer? Maybe you don't want to sing professionally, so it seems like a silly goal. Maybe you do want to sing professionally and that seems silly too. Listen in to hear why wanting to sing, get better at singing, start performing, and be creative are NOT selfish at all - and what to do when you realize this. WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
4 Tips to Start Singing Riffs and Runs! // Ep. 186
Hi Singers! Who wants to learn how to sing riffs? I used to resist this topic and this technique as a singer because I felt like I wasn't good enough at riffs (anyone else?). If you've ever felt like singing riffs and runs is just too hard, I get it. But then I realized that I actually can get better at riffs by taking simple steps. These are some tools and tips that helped me do just that as a singer. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
#1 Singing Tip for You to ACTUALLY Start Singing Better! // Singer Series Day 4 // Ep. 185
✨LAST DAY OF THE HOLIDAY SALE ON THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE - FOR JUST $37 UNTIL TONIGHT! Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course This sale comes with a BONUS! - A free spot in my online group singing class in January 2025 - a chance to learn vocal warm ups and receive free voice coaching! Hi singers!! Welcome to the last day of the Singer Series, we are chatting about what you MUST do to get better at singing. It starts with this one simple tip! If you truly want to improve as a singer, start performing on stage, feel more confident in your singing voice, learn to love your singing voice as a beginner adult singer - all the things - listen in and APPLY today's episode! When you decide how to apply today's episode or if you need any more support, come over to my free Facebook group for beginner adult singers and performers HERE! Keep singing 💜 Estelle WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
3 Vocal Health Tips for Singers This Winter Holiday Season Based on RESEARCH // Singer Series Day 3 // Ep.184
✨HOLIDAY SALE IS ALMOST UP! GET THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE - JUST $37 UNTIL DEC. 13, 2024! (Plus, you get a free spot in my online adult group singing class in January 2025!) The cold weather is HERE! Wondering how to take care of your singing voice this holiday season? In this episode, I share and reiterate 3 simple, but crucial, vocal health tips for singers to help you through the holidays and the cold weather! I reference this fact sheet a lot - NIDCD ARTICLE. Is it not cold in your area of the world? No problem! These vocal health tips also happen to be important year-round. Listen in! WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Ep 160Want to learn to sing higher notes? Add this to your vocal warm-up today! - Singer Series Day 2 // Ep.183
✨HOLIDAY SALE ON THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE - JUST $37 UNTIL DEC. 13, 2024! (Plus, you get a free spot in my online adult group singing class in January 2025!) Hi singers! Welcome back to the Singer Series, today I wanted to share a quick tip that will help you with singing high notes. This tip is a type of vocal exercise to add to your vocal warm up as you do your song practice and voice training this week! If you really wish you could sing higher notes but are having trouble with that, take a listen to this episode and start incorporating this type of exercise into you vocal warm ups! If you liked this episode, let me know by leaving a review in Apple Podcasts! Thank you so much! Keep singing 💜 Estelle WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Want to get better at singing riffs? 2 SIMPLE Tips to Get Started! // Singer Series Day 1 // Ep.182
✨HOLIDAY SALE! That’s right, THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE IS JUST $37 UNTIL DEC. 13, 2024 (plus, get access to my Adult Group Singing Class in January for FREE when you get the course this week!) Hi performers! Today I’m sharing two simple ways to start singing riffs - we're talking BASIC things to implement today as a singer so you can get better at singing riffs! I'll share: What are riffs? My own reservations around riffing and how to change your perspective - you CAN start singing riffs Simple tips to try as you start singing riffs and runs (hint: yes, you need vocal technique exercises!) WHAT NEXT? → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → Sing with confidence with *THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!* → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook - share your thoughts/questions on the episode! → Join the email list HERE for weekly tips and inspiration! → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Start Singing Again, Perform Live, and Become a Singer, Songwriter, and Voice Coach with Melissa V. Cartwright // Ep. 181
✨HOLIDAY SALE! That’s right, THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE IS JUST $37 UNTIL DEC. 13, 2024! Hi creatives! Today I’m sharing my interview with the fabulous Melissa V. Cartwright. Melissa is a voice and performance coach, singer/songwriter, and performer! She is also the founder of her private studio, MVC Performance and podcast host of Cafecito with the Coach. In this episode, she shares her journey to performing and teaching, how she has started performing again, tips for singers who want to perform live, and MORE! Listen in and be sure to connect with Melissa today! Connect with Melissa: Website: https://www.mvcperformance.com/ Instagram: @mvcperformance DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle to let me what you thought of the episode! → START HERE: 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, go through **THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course!** → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Share your art, perform in public, and put yourself out there as an artist starting today! // Ep. 180
CYBER MONDAY SALE! NEW CLASSES IN 2024! ✨ VIRTUAL CLASSES FOR SINGERS AND ✨ VIRTUAL CLASSES FOR CREATIVES - JUST $10 TO REGISTER!! ✨plus, THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE IS JUST $37! Hi creatives! Today we are breaking down WHY it's so important to share your art and perform. We'll also get into: how to start overcoming fear of singing and performing in front of people, steps to build confidence as a performing artist and creative, and simple ways you can begin to put yourself out there - on social media, in local arts opportunities, etc. Be sure to TAKE ACTION and share one piece of art or sign up for a performance opportunity this week! DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle to let me how what you’re going to share or share in the FB group! START HERE --> 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, go through THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Is Lack of Confidence Limiting You as a Creative and Performing Artist? Listen to this! // Ep. 179
COME TO THE FREE, ONLINE SING CONFIDENTLY MASTERCLASS! Is your biggest struggle around confidence as a beginner singer, actor, dancer, and creative artist? Let's dive in on why confidence matters for artists, how not trusting ourselves and God’s gifting in our lives can hold us back, and what steps we can take to move forward when we don’t feel confident! START HERE --> 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, go through THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
If you're afraid to sing in front of people...LISTEN TO THIS! // BONUS
Sing Confidently Masterclass!! If you're afraid to sing in front of people... You’re truly not alone. Singing in front of people is VULNERABLE, without a doubt. But there’s still something inside you that wants to share your voice - you just need that confidence, right? The solution? Register for the Sing Confidently Masterclass TODAY! It’s happening this Monday, November 25 at 6pm EST. It’s free AND you will get the replay if you can’t make it live. So what’s stopping you? Trust yourself. Trust that there is a way to build confidence in your singing voice. Register today for the Sing Confidently Masterclass!

This Show is For YOU, Creative | Welcome Back to the Sing Confidently, Live Creatively Podcast! // Ep. 178
COME TO THE FREE, ONLINE SING CONFIDENTLY MASTERCLASS! This show is for YOU, if you are an aspiring performing artist looking to begin your creative journey for the first time or again after a break. This show is for you if you have always wanted to sing and or do musical theatre, but don't know what voice warmups to do or how to start singing in public. This show is for you if you were a dancer or actor before but lack confidence in yourself as you are trying to start performing again. This show is for you if you want to start being more creative or pursuing a creative career, but don't know where to start and need inspiration. This show is for you as you are starting and looking to build confidence as a singer, actor, and dancer. If you are ready to build confidence as a performing artist and creative, this show is for YOU! I'm so excited to be back! START HERE --> 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → DM me on IG @creativelybyestelle! → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, go through THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Your Creativity is NOT Selfish, Your Creative Gifts Matter // Ep. 177
For the singer, dancer, actor, performer, creative artist or aspiring creative who needs the reminder that their gifts matter, listen in. If you want to take action but don't know where to start, come grab this free pdf of 5 things you can start doing to become a confident singer - vocal warm ups? posting cover songs? voice lessons? Find out where to start! --> 5 FREE SINGING TIPS → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, go through THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE in FOUR SIMPLE STEPS!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → DM me on IG @estelleavbuere! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!
Making Acting, Auditioning, and the Theatre Industry More Equitable for Non-Union Actors with Spencer Martinez! // Ep. 176
Hi creatives! Spencer Martinez is back on the podcast! She is a NYC-based performing artist and a founder of Limelight, an online community, forum, and blog working to establish a more equitable and inclusive theatre community. She shares where she is currently as a performer, defines it means to be a union actor vs. non-union actor (along with terms like ECC, EPA, AEA), and discusses in depth the important work she is doing to make auditions and work in general more equitable for non-union actors! If you are an aspiring actor, performer, or actor/singer/dancer triple threat, you will definitely want to listen in, especially if you are curious about union auditions or equity auditions and accessibility in the theatre industry. Listen in! Be sure to sign the non-union actors' list HERE Follow Spencer on IG @Limelightappnspencer HERE → If you're ready to start singing with confidence, THE SING CONFIDENTLY COURSE is HERE!💜 Go to www.creativelybyestelle.com/course! → JOIN THE PERFORMING ARTS COMMUNITY on Facebook! → DM me on IG @estelleavbuere! → Join the weekly, inspiring email list HERE! → SHARE this with a friend if you were inspired by this episode!