Ep.261 Managing Performance Nerves: Tools For Singers & Singing Teachers with Laura Dumbleton

About this episode

Laura Dumbleton joins Alexa to discuss managing performance nerves and practical tools for singers and singing teachers.

Why do performers experience stage fright, even when they love being on stage? In this episode, voice coach and breathwork teacher Laura Dumbleton joins Alexa to unpack performance anxiety, fight-or-flight responses, and practical tools to manage nerves before, during and after singing or public speaking. Expect honest stories, functional techniques, confidence strategies, and advice for singers, performers and vocal coaches navigating stage fright. WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST? ...

People in this episode

Host: Alexa

Guest: Laura Dumbleton

Topics covered

• performance anxiety
• stage fright
• vocal coaching
• confidence strategies
• breathwork
• public speaking

Keywords

• performance nerves
• stage fright
• breathwork
• vocal coaches
• confidence techniques
• public speaking

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