Passionate Performer Podcast
¡Hola! I’m Melissa V. Cartwright - Latin singer, songwriter, actress, voice coach, and passionate performer just like you. Over the past 25 years, I’ve navigated the ups and downs of life as both a hobby and professional vocalist—and I’m still at it. In this podcast, we’ll tackle the challenges we face - from forgotten lyrics and shaky nerves to vocal fatigue and booking gigs. Think of me as your voice coach and partner-in-crime, here to help you problem solve so that you shine and show up as the best version of yourself. We’re in this TOGETHER, so grab your café or put me in your headphones. Let’s take the next right step toward performing with freedom, confidence, and JOY.
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Episodes
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
It’s an espresso shot of encouragement for your day with 4 real-life success stories from singers who share how they overcame adversity, have grown confident on stage, and how they’re living the dream.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram, and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
SUMMER SALE on the Start Singing™ or Comienza a Cantar mini-programs
Now through August 7, 2023
Use code SUMMER25 for 25% off at https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
The mental, vocal, and logistical preparation needed to successfully perform your big shows and how to troubleshoot the challenges along the way.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram, and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
RECLAIM THE STAGE Workshop July 17 - August 12
Register here: https://www.mvcperformance.com/reclaimthestage
Download your FREE 7 DAYS TO THE STAGE Journal when you sign up for my Notes of Encouragement newsletter at
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Melissa gives you 3 things to guide the way you evaluate your performances without going down the path of self-deprecation.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram, and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
RECLAIM THE STAGE Workshop July 17 - August 12
Register here: https://www.mvcperformance.com/reclaimthestage
Dr. Jon Skidmore
https://www.jonskidmore.com
Download your FREE 7 DAYS TO THE STAGE Journal when you sign up for my Notes of Encouragement newsletter at
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Answering your questions and a special summer announcement!
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram, and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
From Anxious To Unstoppable E-course
https://www.mvcperformance.com/singwithconfidence
Download your FREE 7 DAYS TO THE STAGE Journal when you sign up for my Notes of Encouragement newsletter and be the first to know about our summer RECLAIM THE STAGE workshop:
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
A mini-voice lesson where Melissa shows you all of the ways you can customize this warmup to help you sing the songs you love!
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram, and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
Resono SOVT Straw
Enter code MVCPERFORMANCE for 10% off
https://www.rayvox.co.uk/
Download your FREE 7 DAYS TO THE STAGE Journal when you sign up for my Notes of Encouragement newsletter at
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
https://www.mvcperformance.com
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Vocal instructor & life coach, Renee Maranan, helps discouraged artists get back on the path towards courageous singing and feeling like themselves when they do.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
Renee Maranan
https://www.reneemaranan.com/
@reneemaranan on Instagram
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Clinical psychologist, singer, dancer, and long-time friend of Melissa's joins this cafecito to help us understand the science of "zoning out" during a performance and how we work on remaining present, fully enjoying ourselves and the audience when we sing.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message on Instagram and let's chat.
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
Dr. Heather Keefe
https://www.regent.edu/faculty/heather-keefe-psy-d/
SING WITH CONFIDENCE class: From Anxious to Unstoppable, with guest coach Keziah Grace, Wednesday, May 31 at 10:00 am EST.
https://www.mvcperformance.com/singwithconfidence
Resono SOVT Straw
Enter code MVCPERFORMANCE for 10% off
https://www.rayvox.co.uk/
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
Ep. 15: Being a mindful mompreneur with Lauren Ireland
Canadian-based voice coach & owner of Singsana, Lauren Ireland, joins Melissa for a cafecito to talk about running multiple businesses, music directing, why mindset is so important to us as teachers and singers, and how she balances her personal & professional life.
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Send me a message over on Instagram! (@mvcperformance)
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
Lauren Ireland
https://www.singsana.com/
@singsanayyc on Instagram
SING WITH CONFIDENCE class: From Anxious to Unstoppable, with guest coach Keziah Grace, Wednesday, May 31 at 10:00 am EST.
https://www.mvcperformance.com/singwithconfidence
Dr. Jon Skidmore
https://www.jonskidmore.com/
Allie Tyler
https://www.thevoicepreneur.com/
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
In this special Mother's Day episode, Melissa has a conversation with her daughters about the realities of navigating their parent-child/teacher-student relationship. Is it like having a "momager"? Do they ever want to train with someone else? What are some of the perks?
Don't forget to follow & leave a review!
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
Mindset, performance anxiety, and career coach, Keziah Grace, encourages listeners with her singing story and how she's helping performers work through their anxiety to show up as the unstoppable singers they've always dreamed of.
Keziah will be sharing her tools & techniques in our Sing with Confidence online class: From Anxious to Unstoppable, Wednesday, May 31 at 10:00 am EST. Save your seat at https://www.mvcperformance.com/singwithconfidence
Don't forget to follow & leave a review! Got any questions or things you'd like to discuss on the podcast? Book your FREE 15-minute virtual cafecito with me and let's chat: https://www.mvcperformance.com/contact
REFERENCES & SOURCES:
New Spanish mini-course COMIENZA A CANTAR: https://www.mvcperformance.com/comienzaacantar
Keziah Grace
@keziahgracecoaching on Instagram
Email: keziah@anxioustosing
https://www.mvcperformance.com
Follow @mvcperformance on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube
MUSIC:
"Cafecito with the Coach" Theme Music by Melissa V. Cartwright © 2022 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED