Gillyanne Kayes: World renown voice teacher and author, and co-founder of Vocal Process

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Gillyanne Kayes: World renown voice teacher and author, and co-founder of Vocal Process

Five Minute Call

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1 year ago

Gillyanne Kayes: World renown voice teacher and author, and co-founder of Vocal Process

This is Gillyanne Kayes. In this episode of The 5 Minute Call, we dive deep into the life and career of Dr. Gillyanne Kayes of Vocal Process. Gillyanne shares her journey from childhood singing to teaching, the challenges faced with a significant voice problem, and her current mission to inspire and influence vocal trainers. She talks about her transformative experiences at the East 15 acting school, her influential relationships with mentors, and the path that led her back to academia to pursue a PhD. Gillyanne also discusses the importance of collaboration, the impact of her early singing teachers, and her perspective on adapting to different singing genres. This is an inspiring conversation packed with insights for anyone passionate about voice and performance. 00:00 Introduction to The 5 Minute Call Podcast 00:54 Gillyanne Kayes' Early Influences and Childhood 04:35 Musical Training and Early Career 09:44 University Years and Challenges 14:12 Transition to Teaching and Methodology 30:45 Voice Problems and Personal Struggles 32:03 A Struggle with Vocal Issues 33:20 The Turning Point: A Concert Gone Wrong 33:56 Coping with Shame and Seeking Help 36:15 The Journey to Understanding Vocal Mechanics 40:27 Discovering Jo Estill and Vocal Anatomy 44:29 Pursuing a PhD and Overcoming Challenges 47:52 Embracing Mistakes and Continuous Learning 50:51 The Importance of Collaboration and Sharing Knowledge 53:20 Exploring Comfort Zones in Singing 58:41 Final Thoughts and Reflections ---- FOLLOW ► https://www.instagram.com/FiveMinuteCall Oren: https://www.instagram.com/OrenBoder https://www.linkedin.com/in/orenboder Claire: https://www.instagram.com/showminds https://www.showminds.co Gillyanne: https://www.instagram.com/vocalprocess LISTEN ► Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/8fb3a694-7799-4062-8607-16a120d5db12/five-minute-call Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xNC5y4sno1FSsTp8bjyd3 ---- If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful. In the first instance, helplines: Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service) Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service) Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight) Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) If you work in the theatre industry here are some organisations who can help you to find the right help: https://www.applauseforthought.com https://www.industryminds.co.uk https://www.bapam.org https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk https://www.artsandminds.org.uk https://www.artsminds.co.uk https://www.wellbeinginthearts.org.uk https://www.mind.org.uk