{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66b24287ec20c36e8ec52857/67066c4bed8ff5205e3146a3?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"6. Vocal health","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66b24287ec20c36e8ec52857/1761666010186-5d241c71-6612-4761-8ffe-6322b8b85c09.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of <em>The Opera Training Companion</em>, host Rachel Nicholls, alongside expert guests Kate Valentine (Valentine Voice Care) and ENT surgeon Declan Costello, dive into essential topics on maintaining vocal health. They explore common vocal issues singers face, the psychological and physical factors affecting the voice, and the importance of early intervention. Busting myths about vocal nodules, singing with a cold, and voice care gadgets, they also provide practical advice on building long-term vocal health habits. Perfect for young singers, this episode offers valuable insights into distinguishing between technical challenges and serious vocal health concerns.</p><p><br></p><p>You may also be interested in <a href=\"https://shows.acast.com/the-opera-training-companion/episodes/66fe9ddfa7d676ab06c5195d\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">episode 2</a> focusing on nutrition essentials for singers with Julie Cooper.</p><p><br></p><p>Useful links:</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://valentinevoicecare.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Valentine Voice Care</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.voicedoctor.co.uk/index.htm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Voice Doctor</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Help Musicians</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.bapam.org.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">BAPAM </a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.equity.org.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Equity </a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.rsmgb.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Royal Society of Musicians</a></p>","author_name":"National Opera Studio"}