The wait is over, MaJoVTA Members. We have officially reached our “World Series” moment: the Annual Recital. This week, we shift our focus from the discipline of training to the thrill of Peak Performance. This is the moment where we stop “working” on our voices and start “using” them to tell a story. Peak performance…

As we count down to our Annual Recital, it’s the perfect time to look under the hood of what makes a great performer. Over the next two weeks, we’ll explore the two pillars of our craft: first, the consistency of our weekly training, and second, the transition into peak performance—that “Super Bowl” moment where preparation…

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina have concluded last month, leaving Team USA with a historic 33 medals—including a nation-best 12 gold medals. Beyond the podium finishes and record-breaking runs, the words of these athletes offer a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and the pursuit of excellence. I’m drawing inspiration from them still, and I hope…

One of the important distinctives about the MaJoVTA is that members don’t receive “just voice lessons.” Instead, members engage in a far more comprehensive training regimen that involves both Vocal Training and Mental Conditioning.   These concepts come from the world of Vocology – blending science with historically-grounded voice teaching – and training people not…

KEEP GOING! One of my all-time favorite scenes in the series NCIS is when the character Gibbs confronts a younger, less experienced member of his team about the team member’s lack of commitment to the mission. The young agent responds: “Sorry, Gibbs, I’ve been going through hell.” Gibbs turns and stares down the young agent.…

Mastery: Mindset or Skillset Part II It’s All About You Before reading this new blog post, please re-read Mastery: Mindset or Skillset? That blog post was published back on September 25th of 2025. Now … on to the future! Here are some additional thoughts on why Mastery Matters, and how it is so very different…

Mastery: Skillset or Mindset? When it comes to Vocal Training, and the physical skills required for singing, the concept of mastery goes far beyond just getting better at something. When you truly master a skill, there are tangible results. Mastery helps you: foster a deep sense of fulfillment; enable personal growth; and learn resilience. These…

One important focus area of the MaJoVTA Summer Term 2025 has been learning new repertoire. Said another way, new songs in new styles help you break out of vocal adaptations that may have become a part of your singing, whether you realize it or not. It’s been said that one definition of insanity is “Doing…

Setting personal goals in Vocal Training is a powerful tool that drives personal and professional success. Whether striving for career advancement as a performer, personal growth, or improved well-being, setting clear and measurable goals provides direction, motivation, and a sense of accomplishment in your training regimen. Why Goal Setting Is Important Vocal Training goals serve…

In returning and rest shall ye be renewed; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength. Is. 30:15 There is a reason we talk about singers as “Vocal Athletes.” This week, I want to write about something that often gets overlooked in the world of elite training—period rest. You know, as much as you…