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Broadway Vocal Coach

Broadway Vocal Coach

Broadway Vocal Coach

We help musical theatre performers create fulfilling lives and take the next step in their careers. Here on the podcast you can expect real talk about the business, practical advice, and constant encouragement. We believe there’s space for every artist in this industry–all you need is the right support. Consider us your two-woman hype team! Find us at www.bwayvocalcoach.com and @bwayvocalcoach

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Top 10 Broadway Vocal Coach Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Broadway Vocal Coach episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Broadway Vocal Coach for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Broadway Vocal Coach episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Co-host Chelsea Wilson is joined by two very wise parents on today's episode! Rachel Hart Klayman is from Ann Arbor, MI and is the mom of a sophomore acting student at NYU. And Erica Fischer is from Ames, IA and the mom of a senior in high school. At two very different points in the journey (a sigh of relief for Rachel and deep breaths during a stressful waiting season for Erica!), they share their hard-won wisdom about the college musical theatre audition process.

We cover it all: Self-care for parents, parent Facebook groups, schools lists, passing prescreens, whether to travel to schools or attend Unifieds, what to wear and why it matters, whether to work with a coaching program, and how to deal with rejection.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and heartfelt advice for parents and students alike. Subscribe to the Broadway Vocal Coach Podcast and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes!

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Broadway Vocal Coach - Welcome to Broadway Vocal Coach!
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11/08/22 • 1 min

It takes specialized training, a supportive community, and a lot of heart to pursue your dreams.

If you dream of creating a fulfilling theatre career but aren’t sure where to start or how to take the next step, we get it! There’s no easy roadmap to success in this industry!

That’s why we created Broadway Vocal Coach. At BVC, we help musical theatre performers get unstuck and take the next step in their careers.

Meet your hosts: Cynthia Kortman Westphal, a Broadway music director, conductor, voice coach, and tenured faculty member at the top musical theatre program in the country.

And Chelsea Wilson, a performer turned voice teacher to Broadway stars, and vocal coach on Broadway productions like THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, SCHOOL OF ROCK, and more.

We know what it takes to make it on Broadway because we've been there ourselves. We've mentored hundreds of artists on their journey to creating performing careers and can't wait to help you.

Here on the Broadway vocal Coach podcast you can expect real talk about the business, practical advice, and constant encouragement. We believe there’s space for every artist in this industry- all you need is the right support! Consider us your two-woman hype team!

Thanks for listening to the Broadway Vocal Coach Podcast, where we help musical theatre performers get unstuck and take the next step in their careers.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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For many families, the process of applying to college musical theater programs is equal parts thrilling and terrifying. Navigating prescreens, choosing which schools to apply to, finding audition songs and monologues, and sorting out potentially dozens of different application requirements can feel entirely overwhelming. We get it! We’ve been on both sides of this process and we’ve got you covered. Today we are talking all about the logistics of how to prepare for college musical theater auditions.
Get our free Getting Started Guide and watch the recent Q&A webinar,
Join our Facebook group community for parents and students and join us for bi-weekly office hours calls.
Unsure if a BFA is right for you? Listen to episode 3 of the BVC Podcast: "Is a College Musical Theatre BFA Worth It?"

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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“That aspiration? Hell yes. Allow yourself to want all of it. Wake up every morning, take a deep breath, meditate, and see where you are that day, and where that day takes you. Then allow yourself to pursue it. As opposed to failing because not every single piece is in place yet."

Erin Dilly is a wife, mother, Broadway actor (with a Tony nomination!), TV/film actor, fierce friend, and dedicated teacher—she seemingly does have it all! And yet, there is always more to the story than the shiny parts we see on social media. On this podcast episode we talk all about the highs and lows of juggling intense ambition alongside the desire for relationships and a family. Erin has an openheartedness and honesty that will make you feel like you are wrapped in a warm blanket. For anyone who "wants it all", this conversation is for you!

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Broadway Vocal Coach - 18. Everything's Coming Up Desi Oakley!
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02/27/23 • 51 min

"I really feel like I had two choices in that moment. And the first choice is to, you know, just panic and run off stage. And the second option is to just roll with it and realize you've already shown up."
This is what Broadway, National Tour, and West End star Desi Oakley thought to herself just before the curtain went up on her West End debut, only hours after landing in London and finding out she'd be leading the cast of Waitress that evening. A self-proclaimed "Jane of all Trades," Desi is an actor, singer-songwriter, recording artist, composer, and coach. In today's interview she talks about creating a life as a working artist by reaching out in the business, how she shows up authentically online, and the experience that forever changed the way she speaks to herself.
Find Desi Oakley at www.desioakley.com and on instagram @desioakley
Join us for our FREE College Audition Q&A Webinar on March 6th: bwayvocalcoach.com/college

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
👩‍💻Find us at ...

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" You need that well-roundedness to bring new life, experience, and choices to the material that you're exploring as a singer!"

Discover how learning to sing in multiple styles can benefit your technique, artistry, and imagination. Whether you're a classic soprano, an aspiring pop star, or a musical theatre performer, vocal cross training can enhance your versatility and create new opportunities. We share examples of renowned Broadway performers who excel in diverse vocal styles and provide practical tips for incorporating cross training into your own vocal practice.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Broadway Vocal Coach - 44. What We Learned in 2023 from our Masterclass Guests
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12/18/23 • 35 min

As we approach the end of the year, we are reflecting on all we've learned from the special guests we've hosted in 2023. We're sharing our favorite takeaways and life changing bits of wisdom from casting directors, music directors, and the other industry experts we've welcomed into the BVC Studio this year.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Broadway Vocal Coach - 13. How to Network in the Theatre Industry and Not Feel Icky
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01/23/23 • 33 min

As an actor, you know that one aspect of making it in the business is about who you know, but how can you leverage your existing relationships and create new ones without feeling icky? Today, we're talking about what networking really is, why it's necessary, and how to do it without feeling icky.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Broadway Vocal Coach - 5. How to Invest Your Time and Money as an Aspiring Actor
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11/28/22 • 28 min

We recently polled our Broadway Vocal Coach community to learn what their dreams are and what challenges they face when it comes to reaching their goals. The number one challenge we heard from professional and aspiring professional actors? Not enough money for lessons, classes, new headshots, etc. And the second? Not enough industry know-how, and not knowing where to begin. If you’re a professional or aspiring professional singing actor wondering where to invest your time and money for the greatest impact in your life and career, then you’re in the right place. Today we’re talking all about making smart choices with your resources so you can feel like you’re headed in the right direction.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
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Join Broadway Vocal Coach co-host Chelsea Wilson for an inspirational and candid conversation with Cara Rose DiPietro! 🌟 Cara opens up about her journey from community theater in Massachusetts to becoming a professional actor and prominent influencer with over 300,000 followers.

She discusses the highs and lows of pursuing a theater career, her mental health advocacy, and how she ensures her social media remains authentic. Get insights into maintaining joy amidst the pressures of the industry, balancing personal boundaries, and the power of sharing real-life stories. This episode is packed with invaluable advice for aspiring performers and anyone navigating their creative path.

🎤 Get tickets for Cara's solo show at 54 Below, "My Mother's Daughter." Stream it live! March 17th, 9:30pm.

📲 Connect with Cara on Instagram and TikTok and her website.

⭐️Use the code PODCAST15 to save 15% on BVC Academy & BVC Masterclass
🎓College MT Auditions? Save your spot for Aspire 2025 here!
6 ways you can work with us here at Broadway Vocal Coach:

  • 🎭 BVC Academy: Online course to shed imposter syndrome and develop practical musical theatre skills
  • 🗣 BVC Masterclass: The subscription that gets you 3, live classes each month
  • 🎓 BVC Aspire: Full-service, boutique musical theatre college audition prep program (and now an online course version!)
  • 💙 Master Your Mix: Build your mix voice so you can sing what you want, when you want. And sing with Chelsea every month!
  • 🎤 Pop Rock Essentials: The must-have course if you've ever been told you sound "too musical theatre!"
  • 🙌 BVC Studio: Exclusive membership for adult MT performers, working directly with Cynthia and the BVC coaching team

📱Connect with us @bwayvocalcoach
👩‍💻Find us at ...

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How many episodes does Broadway Vocal Coach have?

Broadway Vocal Coach currently has 81 episodes available.

What topics does Broadway Vocal Coach cover?

The podcast is about How To, Podcasts, Education, Arts, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Broadway and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Broadway Vocal Coach?

The episode title '47. Everything's Coming Up Olli Haaskivi! Making the Transition to TV/Film' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Broadway Vocal Coach?

The average episode length on Broadway Vocal Coach is 37 minutes.

How often are episodes of Broadway Vocal Coach released?

Episodes of Broadway Vocal Coach are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Broadway Vocal Coach?

The first episode of Broadway Vocal Coach was released on Nov 8, 2022.

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