Find Your Voice with Vielka: Confidence, Singing & Speaking for Life
About the Podcast
Do you sing, speak, teach, lead, perform—or simply want to express yourself more confidently? Through inspiring conversations, practical tools, and real-world stories, founder and voice educator Vielka leads conversations that help you explore the connection between voice, confidence, and authentic self-expression to help you find and own your voice.
About Vielka
Based in NYC, Vielka's mission is to help humanity sing. With over 25 years in music education, she is the founder of the international voice studio, Vielka’s Young Singers Academy, and The Vielka Method™ voice education approach. Previously, Vielka worked for Juilliard, Carnegie Hall, and NYU where she served as a thought partner for music teachers and creator of music education resources.
Learn more about Vielka at www.vielka.com and follow her at @voicewithvielka.
Find Your Voice with Vielka: Confidence, Singing & Speaking for Life
Mindfulness & Trauma-Informed Care with Singing Voice Specialist, Megan Durham
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EPISODE SUMMARY
What does it mean to offer your students choice and agency in their vocal development? How can mindfulness reshape the way you approach teaching? In this episode of Voice with Vielka, we are joined by the insightful Megan Durham, a renowned voice teacher, vocologist, and advocate for trauma-informed care in voice education. Get ready to dive into an empowering conversation where Megan shares her unique approach to creating safe, supportive spaces for young singers, helping them unlock their full vocal potential while nurturing their emotional well-being. 🌟
Megan takes us through the essentials of trauma-informed care—why it matters and how it can transform your teaching practice. We discuss practical techniques, from mindful communication to creating environments that foster trust and confidence in students. Whether you’re working with young singers or professional vocalists, this episode will equip you with tools to empower your students through thoughtful, trauma-informed practices. 🎶✨
By tuning in, you’ll discover how to build stronger connections with your students, offering them agency in their learning process and guiding them toward authentic self-expression. Megan’s wisdom and compassion shine through in this eye-opening discussion, leaving you inspired to bring more empathy, understanding, and care into your voice studio. Don’t miss it!
SHORT GUEST BIOGRAPHY:
Megan Durham is a sought-after singing voice specialist and vocologist, known for her trauma-informed care approach in voice education. She integrates trauma-sensitive practices to create compassionate, student-centered learning spaces for vocalists. Megan serves on the voice faculty at the University of Louisville and is the Education Director for the Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group.
A recognized member of the Pan American Vocology Association, Megan holds a Master of Music degree in voice pedagogy and performance from Westminster Choir College and a Bachelor of Arts in music from the University of Richmond. She is also a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, bringing her expertise in vocal health and mindfulness to her work with students.
UPCOMING EVENTS, ITEMS, OR SERVICES:
✨ Trauma-Informed Voice Care Workshop Series
✨ Mindfulness in Voice Education Retreat
✨ Private voice lessons with trauma-sensitive practices
✨ Mindful Singing Sessions (on request)
YOU CAN FIND MEGAN DURHAM AT:
Her Website: Respire Vocal Wellness
On Instagram: @respirevocalwellness
Learn more about Vielka at www.vielka.com and follow us at @voicewithvielka.
Graphic Design by Jeff Yas
Podcast Music by Andrew Markus
