The Heart of a Singer - Vocal Rehab, Vocal Exercises, Christian Musician, Breathing Technique, Singing Lessons

58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing

If your goal is to get back into singing and strengthen your voice, breathing is the place to start. While breathing is something all humans instinctively know how to do, breath for singing can be highly individualized.
In this episode, I’ll show you three ways to get curious about how breath works in *your* body. Whether you're already working with a teacher or just easing back in on your own, these three areas will help you recognize where change is needed, how to make improvements, and how to let your breath start working *for* you as you rebuild your singing voice.
 
Blessings,
 
Sarah 🌟
 
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57. Should I Open My Mouth More for a High Note? Yes…and No

If you’re looking for easy high notes, and optimal space for your voice, we need to have a conversation about opening your mouth. But do we up it up even more for a high note? The answer is yes, but also, let’s nuance that conversation a bit more. We’re going to talk about when to open, how to open, and what to do with your jaw. You’ll leave knowing exactly what to work on next to make it easier to access your upper register. Let’s go!
 
Blessings,
 
Sarah 🌟
 
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56. Three Solutions to Increase Your Vocal Range

Feel like you're hitting a ceiling with your voice? You're not alone. Many women returning to singing struggle with their vocal range. In this episode, I unpack the most common cause I see and share three practical solutions to help you extend your range. 
 
What you’ll learn:
Why your voice might feel stuck at the top
The importance of balancing chest and head resonance
3 key solutions:
Use descending lines
Sing syllabically (use vocal exercises that begin with “bee”)
Breathe in your highest note and vowel shape
As a bonus, I share a few worship songs and kids songs that fit these criteria!
 
Blessings,
Sarah 🌟
 
PS - Need help implementing these concepts? Get in touch to see if working together would be right for you.
 
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55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab

55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab
Even with years of training, there may be seasons where you don’t feel like singing—and you’re not even sure *why*. Here’s 3 areas to address that might help move from a place of vocal silence to singing freely again:
 
1. Vocal and Physical Challenges – “My voice is not like what it used to be.” Where to start getting back on track with body alignment and vocal technique.
2. Heart Hurt – “People don’t want to hear me sing.” Past experiences, traumas, or negative comments that might have stayed with you, resulting in a loss of confidence.
3. Crushed Spirit – “I’m not sure I can still go after my dreams.” Disappointments, lost opportunities, or unfulfilled promises from God might leave you feeling hesitant to dream again.
 
This episode will help you form an action plan - both for a practical baby-step you can do today to start singing again, along with bigger next steps to finding growth and freedom in your voice long-term!
 
Blessings, Sarah 🌟
 
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13. How to Create a Prayer Journal
 
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54. Heart Flow = Singing Flow: Come Unstuck in the Name of Jesus! (LENT SERIES)

54. Heart Flow = Singing Flow: Come Unstuck in the Name of Jesus!
 
Have you ever felt like your voice is stuck—and no matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to have ease in singing anymore? What if the issue isn’t just vocal... but is at the heart-level as well?
In this episode, we explore the connection between your heart and your voice. When your heart feels guarded, hurt, or overwhelmed, it often shows up in your singing too. You can think of your voice like a thermometer for your heart - paralleling what is going on inside of us.
We need heart transformation to change the trajectory. God enables us, by His Spirit, to bring Him praise - and simple praise and thanksgiving begins to change us deep inside. Let’s journey this together!
 
Blessings, Sarah 🌟
 
RELATED EPISODES LENT SERIES
48. Feeling Stuck in Your Singing? Reactivate Your Voice in a Surprising Way (LENT SERIES)
49. Scared to Sing? 3 Simple Steps to Revive Your Voice and Reignite Your Calling (LENT SERIES)
50. You Already Know How to Sing Spontaneously - Here’s How to Tap Into It (LENT SERIES)
51. Is Your Calling on Pause? 5 Journal Prompts to Find Clarity and Move Forward as a Classically-Trained Singer (LENT SERIES)
53. Finding it Hard to Connect with God? Turn a Simple Drive into a Worship Time (LENT SERIES)
 
BONUS:Want to explore this with a community of like-minded singers? Join The Heart of a Singer Facebook Group for encouragement and resources.
Join here: www.facebook.com/groups/theheartofasinger
 
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53. Finding it Hard to Connect with God? Turn a Simple Drive into a Worship Time (LENT SERIES)

Are you finding it challenging to regularly connect with God in this season? Maybe its time to make a sacrifice. And what better than a sacrifice of praise! In this episode, I’ll show you a simple but powerful way to do just that—right from your car.
Whether you’re in a dry season spiritually or just feeling distracted, this episode will help you reconnect with the Lord by intentionally using your voice to praise Him, even when it costs you something.
 
BONUS:Want to explore this with a community of like-minded singers? Join The Heart of a Singer Facebook Group for encouragement and resources.
Join here: www.facebook.com/groups/theheartofasinger
 
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52. The 7 Things I Did to Accomplish My Weekly Goal for a Whole Year

The 7 Things I Did to Accomplish My Weekly Goal for a Whole Year
Have you ever been afraid to start something because you weren’t sure you’d follow through? I get it. That was my biggest fear when I launched this podcast exactly a year ago. But here I am—52 episodes later, ranked in the top 10% of podcasts globally, with listeners in 29 countries!
In this special anniversary episode, I’m sharing seven key strategies that helped me stay consistent, overcome doubt, and show up every single week. If there’s something on your heart—whether it's starting a creative project, stepping into a new season, or returning to what you love—these strategies will help you stay the course.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✨ How I made my goal non-negotiable
✨ The power of community and coaching ✨ Why letting go of perfection is essential
✨ Practical ways I streamlined my workflow
✨ The biggest key: Surrendering it to God
 
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Let’s keep showing up—together. See you next week! 🌟
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51. Is Your Calling on Pause? 5 Journal Prompts to Find Clarity and Move Forward as a Classically-Trained Singer (LENT SERIES)

Is Your Calling on Pause? 5 Journal Prompts to Find Clarity and Move Forward as a Classically-Trained Singer
 
Have you stepped away from singing, unsure if your calling in the Performing Arts still stands? Maybe you once felt God’s direction clearly, but now you’re in an in-between season, wondering what’s next. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.
 
Through five powerful journal prompts, we’ll explore the calling that first received from the Lord, the dreams that didn’t unfold the way you expected, the unexpected gifts hidden in your waiting season, and what God might be asking you to step into again - or let go of.

If you’ve ever questioned your path as a singer, this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and seek God’s direction. Grab your journal, find a quiet space, and let’s process together. Need the journal prompts in writing? Download them inside The Heart of a Singer Facebook group.
 
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Blessings, Sarah 🌟
 
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50. You Already Know How to Sing Spontaneously - Here’s How to Tap Into It (LENT SERIES)

You Already Know How to Sing Spontaneously - Here’s How to Tap Into It
 
If you’re a trained classical singer, you might think improvisation isn’t for you—but I’m here to tell you that you already have the tools to do it. Whether you’ve sat at a piano singing worship songs, tucked a child in with a lullaby, or interpreted an art song, you’ve been preparing for this without even realizing it.
In this episode, I’ll show you how to take what you already know and lean into improvised singing in a way that deepens both your vocal freedom and your connection with God. It’s easier than you think, and it might just bring new life to your singing.
 
BONUS:Want to explore this with a community of like-minded singers? Join The Heart of a Singer Facebook group for encouragement and resources.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/theheartofasinger
 
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49. Scared to Sing? 3 Simple Steps to Revive Your Voice and Reignite Your Calling (LENT SERIES)

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Scared to Sing? 3 Simple Steps to Revive Your Voice and Reignite Your Calling
Have you found yourself hesitant or even afraid to sing, despite all your training and experience? If opening your mouth to sing feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. But it is possible to break through that fear and reawaken your voice!
Through three simple steps—movement and breath work, singing for fun, and journal prompts—you can begin to shake off this fear and starting enjoying using your voice. As we continue this Lent series, let this be a season of returning—to your voice, your calling, and the One who gave you the gift of song.
 
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