Vocal Tips in 10 with Amber Mogg Cathey

Struggling to keep up a consistent vocal practice when your schedule is packed or unpredictable? In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Mogg Cathey shares how singers can make short, focused practice sessions actually count — so busy seasons don't have to mean losing progress.You'll learn how to set realistic goals, why short daily sessions can outperform long inconsistent ones, how to avoid vocal overtraining, and why working with a vocal coach can amplify everything you're already doing. Plus, tips for embracing seasonal breaks without guilt — because rest is part of the process too.In this episode:Why purposeful, focused practice beats "more" practiceHow to realistically schedule vocal practice during busy seasonsThe power of short, 15-minute sessions for skill-buildingBalancing workload to prevent vocal overtrainingSetting attainable goals and celebrating small winsThe value of professional coaching for faster progressGet a new vocal workout every week in the Voice GymJoin me in the Vocal Pro CollectiveWatch this episode on YouTube

You're busy. You're tired. You barely have time to think, let alone think about your voice. But if you're a singer, speaker, or anyone who relies on your voice professionally, the chaotic seasons are exactly when your vocal care matters most.In this episode, Amber Mogg Cathey shares the strategies that got her through a cross-country move and a health scare without sacrificing her voice — proof that even when life feels like too much, there are still small, doable things you can do to prioritize feeling and sounding your best.No fancy equipment. No studio. No extra hour you don't have. Just practical, on-the-go techniques — like semi-occluded vocal tract exercises, gentle neck retractions, and tongue massages — you can fit into the cracks of a packed schedule to release tension, prevent fatigue, and keep your voice ready to perform.Because your voice doesn't get a day off just because life got crazy. And neither should your care for it.Get a new vocal workout every week in the Voice GymJoin me in the Vocal Pro CollectiveWatch this episode on YouTube

After 20+ years of coaching singers professionally, vocal coach Amber Mogg Cathey has heard the same questions come up again and again — and in this episode she's answering the five biggest ones. From why singers sound so different on a recording to how to get more power without straining, these are the questions every singer has asked at some point. Short, direct, and packed with real answers from two decades in the vocal studio.In this episode:Why you sound so different on a recording than in your head (plus a trick to try right now)How to get more power without strainingWhy your voice cracks on certain notes — and what to actually do about itHow long you really need to warm upWhether to sing through sickness or rest completelyGet a new vocal workout every week in the Voice GymJoin me in the Vocal Pro CollectiveWatch this episode on YouTube

If you've been feeling stuck, disconnected, anxious, overwhelmed, or like you're carrying tension into your singing, this episode is for you.In this special guided episode of Vocal Tips in 10, licensed hypnotherapist Katie Crooks leads Amber through a Vocal Reset Hypnosis designed specifically for singers and performers.This isn't about learning more technique.It's about creating space.Space to release tension.Space to let go of unhelpful thoughts and patterns.Space to reconnect with your voice, your confidence, and your authentic expression.Whether you're preparing for a performance, recovering from a difficult experience, feeling creatively blocked, or simply wanting to feel more grounded and free in your voice, this is a session you can return to again and again whenever you need a reset.Find a quiet place where you can relax, listen safely, and allow yourself to fully participate in the experience.🎁 Free support - The Stardom Series🗣️Katie's Ignite Your Voice MasterclassReady to train with the why built into every workout? Check out the Vocal Pro Collective: https://www.ambermoggcathey.com/collectiveWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2qmyl7r86E8

If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do technically — you have the skills, the talent, the exercises — and yet something still feels blocked when you sing… this episode is for you.In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Mogg Cathey sits down with licensed hypnotherapist Katie Crooks to explore the connection between the mind, nervous system, emotions, and the voice — and why technique alone isn’t always enough to unlock the voice and artistry you’re capable of.Katie shares how decades of working with singers and speakers eventually led her into hypnotherapy and subconscious work, helping performers move through fear, perfectionism, emotional holding patterns, performance anxiety, and nervous system responses that can directly affect vocal freedom and expression.This conversation explores:• performance anxiety + the nervous system• emotional blocks in singing• subconscious patterns that affect performance• why some singers still feel stuck even with good technique• creating more safety, confidence, freedom, and connection in your voiceAnd this is just Part 1.Next week, Katie actually guides Amber through a Vocal Reset Hypnosis session that listeners can come back to over and over again as part of their own vocal practice and performance preparation.🎁 Free support - The Stardom Series🗣️Katie's Ignite Your Voice MasterclassReady to train with the why built into every workout? Check out the Vocal Pro Collective: https://www.ambermoggcathey.com/collectiveWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/PIa3NTy_FQM

If you don't know why an exercise works — what it's actually doing in your voice — you're practicing in the dark.In this episode, vocal coach and certified vocal rehabilitation specialist Amber Mogg Cathey breaks down the single most transformative shift she sees in singers: the moment they stop just doing exercises and start understanding them.She shares a real story of a seasoned singer whose confidence and control completely changed once he understood the purpose behind his training — and why that understanding matters whether you're a beginner or a working professional.You'll learn:Why most vocal training leaves singers dependent on their teacher instead of their own instrumentHow understanding the why lets you troubleshoot your voice in real timeThe science behind exercises like lip trills and what they're actually doing for your vocal foldsHow to start building a real vocal toolboxReady to train with the why built into every workout? Check out the Vocal Pro Collective: https://www.ambermoggcathey.com/collectiveGet a free sing-along vocal warm-up + a favorite mix voice exercise: www,ambermoggcatheyvoice.mykajabi.com/sing-along-warm-upWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sox4NV01P8E