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This Is A VoiceA Voice Teacher's Dilemma: Rehab vs Overreach - with Mike RucklesSend us a textWhat actually happens in a top-tier vocal coach's studio? What is "crack sob" and why is it so common in Broadway belting? What's the deal with voice rehab?In this episode of This Is A Voice, Gillyanne and Jeremy are joined once again by Mike Ruckles - Broadway vocal coach and Singing Voice Specialist - to explore the fine line between SLPs (SLTs in the UK), ENTs and voice teachers in voice rehabilitation.From navigating professional boundaries in vocal rehab to decoding the latest Journal of Voice research on "register instability"...2025-04-2228 min
This Is A VoiceVocal Coach to Broadway’s Best: Mike Ruckles on Technique, Trust & TruthSend us a textWhat does it take to keep a Broadway voice strong, expressive, and injury-free through 8 shows a week?🎤 In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Mike Ruckles — vocal coach, pianist, musical director, and the quiet powerhouse behind Tony, Grammy and Oscar-winning singers and actors.✅ How Mike balances vocal science and artistic nuance✅ The real challenges of coaching Broadway performers✅ Tools for building sustainable technique under pressure✅ Behind-the-scenes stories of vocal breakthroughs✅ Moving away from voice training "Models"Whether you’re a singer, vocal coach, or jus...2025-04-0841 min