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In My Musical Opinion
Your Hub for Wicked Smart Vocal Tips
Hosted by Arabella Berman, founder of @arabellavoicestudio, IM(musical)O is the must-listen podcast from Boutique Boston Vocal Studio, dishing out sharp singing tips, expert commentary, and real vocal technique.
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This podcast is sponsored by:
AVS: At Arabella’s Voice Studio, we believe singing is for everyone. We don’t just help you “find” your voice – we celebrate the one that’s already within you.
Piano for the Vocalist: "Piano for the Vocalist” is your ultimate resource for unlocking the skills to self-accompany with confidence. This largely FREE program is focused on teaching singers to use collaborative piano techniques for vocal performance—rather than traditional piano skills—empowering you to accompany yourself with ease.
Episodes
18 episodes
Getting into Wedding Bands with Chase Leibowitz
Arabella welcomes producer, songwriter, and live musician Chase Leibowitz to discuss his extensive experience in the wedding band scene. They explore practical strategies for musicians looking to audition, secure gigs, and excel in live ...
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The Intersection of Music, AI, and VR with Luke Colombero
This episode features Luke Colombero, a musician and film scoring major with expertise in interactive media. The conversation explores the evolving landscape of music technology, including virtual reality and artificial intelligence. Luk...
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32:18
Harrison Lee on Creative Flow and Improvisation
Musician, content creator, and director Harrison Lee joins Arabella to discuss his unique self-taught approach to music and multi-instrumentalism. He shares how his background in biology influences his musical practice, emphasizing exper...
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36:44
The Unexpected Community of Metal Music
Vocalist and coach Johnny Ray joins Arabella to discuss the world of metal singing, offering insights into its unique demands and benefits. He debunks common myths about metal vocals, emphasizing healthy technique, the genre's passionate...
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33:26
"Paid Practice" | How Cruise Ship Gigs Sharpened Zack's Skills
Zack Auslander, a versatile musician now based in Japan, joins Arabella to discuss his unique journey through the music industry. He shares insights on skill development and adaptation, highlighting the concept of "paid practice" from cr...
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34:29
Taylor Rossi's Creative Shift From Musician to Photographer
This episode features Taylor Rossi, a Boston-based photographer who shares her unique journey from music education and performance to building a successful entrepreneurial career. She discusses how her background as a flutist and teacher...
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32:04
Anna Altman on Funding Your Artistic Vision
In this episode of In My Musical Opinion, host Arabella Berman speaks with Anna Altman, a multi-talented artist who has transitioned from acting and singing to film production, writing, and directing. Anna shares how her deep passion for...
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38:35
Alyssa Harris on Building Sustainable Income as an Artist
Host Arabella Berman welcomes Alyssa Harris, also known as The Six Figure Singer, an expert in career coaching for professional musicians. Alyssa shares insights on closing the education gap for artists, demonstrating that a sustainable ...
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31:47
Mastering Metal Vocals with Quinn
Arabella welcomes Quinn back to the podcast after his graduation from Berklee. This episode focuses on the unique world of metal and extreme vocals. Quinn shares his expertise on how to approach teaching and performing distortion, the so...
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29:17
Balancing Music School, Teaching, and Metal with Quinn Biron Warren
In this episode, Arabella speaks with Quinn Biron Warren, a teaching instructor at AVS who is finishing his final year of music school while actively performing in a metal band and teaching voice students. The conversation explores the c...
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28:45
Rewiring Your Brain: Meghan Purdue on Self-Teaching Music with Digital Tools
Host Arabella Berman welcomes Meghan Purdue, a digital learning expert with experience at MIT and Fidelity, to explore the intricacies of online music education. Meghan shares her personal journey of teaching herself piano using digital ...
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Episode 8
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29:24
Entrepreneurial Wisdom for Musicians with Lisa Kent
Lisa Kent, a serial entrepreneur and host of the Dauntless podcast, joins Arabella to discuss business strategies for artists. They explore how understanding your audience, developing network strategies, and finding allies can help music...
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Episode 7
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29:46
Own Your Creative Title: Jenna Blum on Work & Identity
Bestselling author Jenna Blum talks with Arabella about connecting writing and music. They discuss how you can embrace your creative identity, manage multiple projects, and build community as an artist. Jenna shares insights from writing...
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Episode 6
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33:17
Strategic Thinking for Musicians with Kamillah Collins
Kamillah Collins, an advertising strategist, joins Arabella to discuss the crucial role of strategy for musicians and artists. They explore how defining your why, understanding your audience, and developing a messaging framework (even wi...
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Episode 5
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36:08
Integrating Piano, Voice, and Life Experiences with Florie Namir
In this episode of In My Musical Opinion, Florie Namir shares her journey integrating piano and voice, discussing how instrumental skills can ground vocal performance and improvisation like scat singing. The conversation emphasizes the i...
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Episode 4
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27:24
Effective Networking Strategies for Musicians with Adrian Avalos
In this episode of Piano for the Vocalist, host Arabella welcomes Adrian Avalos, Events and Marketing Coordinator at Democracy Brewing in Boston. They discuss effective networking strategies for artists seeking gigs, emphasizing the impo...
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Episode 3
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29:45
Transforming Practice Challenges into Musical Breakthroughs with Dr. Hubert Ho
In this episode of Piano for the Vocalist, Dr. Hubert Ho explains how integrating piano skills into a vocalist’s routine can enhance warm-ups, improve performance, and strengthen musical independence. The conversation spotlights efficien...
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34:16
Embracing Musical Dissatisfaction and Optimizing Practice Opportunities
Arabella and Emet discuss the advantages of incorporating piano into a vocalist’s practice routine. They share personal stories on how piano enhances vocal performance, helps with warm-ups, and supports independent music-making. They also explo...
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Episode 1
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