Today's conversation is one I've been DREAMING of for years. This conversation is with Eleri Ward, Singer-Songwriter and Actor who went from creating gorgeous indie-folk renditions of Stephen Sondheim songs in her closet to recently releasing her debut album, Internal Rituals. She shares her journey from training as a musical theatre performer to exploring her unique voice, creating her own work, and beginning musical theatre composing as well. We dig into her creative journey and the journey we are all on, tackling topics such as:

- Planting seeds and harvesting fruit as a creative

- Trusting along the creative journey - and being patient

- Building confidence in her unique voice

- Being creative in how you use your voice

- Songwriting and producing her own music

This is a MUST-LISTEN. And a share with your friends episode! Listen in!

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Are you having a day where you really don't feel like warming up or singing at all? I get it. As singers and performers, sometimes we take action even when we aren't feeling it. But we can do it our way! Let's keep it easy today with this chill, simple vocal warm up for when you don't feel like singing.

Want to get exercises for your voice? Come book a lesson with me!

We'll get into simple SOVT exercises using - lip buzzes

- hums

- sirens

and more!

DISCLAIMER: Be sure to listen to your voice. If any note feels uncomfortable or painful, stop singing.

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Hi performer! Want to build confidence as a singer but struggling to love your own voice? Are you constantly comparing your singing voice to other singers? Ok no more of that! Here are 7 things you can do starting today to grow a love for YOUR voice. Listen in to learn...

- How recording yourself can be a tool to help you as a singer

- How to stop comparing your voice

- How to find joy in singing again

and more!

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Hi Singers! Get ready to sing along with a few physical/breath exercises I'll guide you through, followed by a few vocal exercises, helping you build muscle memory for sustainable breath support as a singer, practice singing with that supported breath, and balance air flow with air pressure! Want to get exercises that are geared towards your voice and the song/genre you want to work on as an aspiring or professional performer? Book a lesson with me HERE! Some of the exercises include: - Physical stretches - shoulder rolls, neck rolls, etc. - Breathing exercises combined with gentle vocalizations - Mee-may-mah-moh-moo long tone exercises and more! DISCLAIMER: Be sure to listen to your voice. If any note feels uncomfortable or painful, stop singing.

Do you want to overcome odds like to become a powerhouse performer? I'm so excited to bring you this conversation with Kendra Erika. From being tone-deaf to training classically, covering Jazz standards, and creating pop/EDM, Billboard chart topping hits, Kendra knows what it's like to be on the creative journey - and NOT to give up. Now, she's releasing her full-length, James Bond-inspired album, License to Thrill, and YOU get to hear...

- Her journey to where she is now as a Billboard chart topping singer

- How you can go from struggling in your voice to pursuing a real career as a singer.

- Kendra's advice on how to be consistent and persistent to overcome rejection and fear.

Connect with Kendra!

Kendra's Music on Spotify

Kendra's Music on Apple Music

Instagram: @KendraErika

Youtube: @KendraErika

Website: www.kendraerika.com

More about Kendra: Kendra Erika is an acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress. Her newest single, “GoldenEye,” released in 2025, launches a bold new era ahead of her upcoming full-length album License to Thrill, debuting February 13, 2026. She will celebrate the album with an exclusive, one-night-only showcase in Las Vegas on February 15, 2026, bringing the new songs to life with the elegance, drama, and magnetic stage presence that define her artistry. A dynamic performer, Kendra has opened for Jason , headlined NYC’s Tea Dance for Pride, and lit up top venues such as The Abbey in West Hollywood, Honey Delray in Florida, and Rocco’s in Los Angeles. Originally from Boca Raton, Florida, and now based in Los Angeles, Kendra Erika stands at the intersection of glamour, grit, and global artistry—an unstoppable creative force poised for her most defining chapter yet with the arrival of License to Thrill and the dazzling world of sound she has crafted around it.

Hi Singers! Sing along with these 5 vocal exercises in 5 minutes, helping you:

- balance and coordinate your voice

- sing through your registers without cracking

- balance air flow with air pressure, and more! Want to get exercises for your voice and the song you want to work on? → Book your voice lesson! - creativelybyestelle.com/studio

Today's exercises:

1. hum - slide down a 5th 2. soo-wee-oo-wee-oo - steps down a 5th 3. sha or sho - skips up and down an octave 4. ha-ha-ha-ha (same note repeat) - ha - slide down the 5th (option to do "hoo" for lower voices) 5. I know- I know- I know - skips on a 5th DISCLAIMER: Be sure to listen to your voice. If any note feels uncomfortable or painful, stop singing.

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Hi! Are you coming back to singing as an adult in your 20's, 30's, or later? Want to take your singing seriously and pursue a career in the performing arts? Do you want to build confidence in your singing voice after taking a break during or after college? You CAN do this.

You CAN start singing again as an adult and I want to share 3 key things to do immediately to help you on this journey. As I share the tips, we'll also talk about...

- Facing comparison as an adult singer

- Learning to embrace your sound

- What you need to know about the voice

and more! Listen in!

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I know that overcoming self-doubt pays off because doing so allowed me to do the work I'm doing now as a singer, performer, and vocal coach. And doing so will help you pursue your own creative dreams. The challenge is to keep coming face-to-face with doubt and move forward in spite of it all. Today's episode, I share about overcoming doubts about... - pursuing a career in the arts

- whether your voice is "good enough"

- wanting to be a song-writer

- putting yourself out there as a performer and creative

and how moving past these pays off. Listen in!

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