What do Ariana Grande, Shawn Mendes, John Legend, and Katy Perry have in common? They all study with Eric Vetro, one of the most in-demand vocal coaches in the world.

On this bonus episode, Kirk sits down with Vetro to talk about his fascinating job, how to build good habits for a strong voice, and the art and discipline (and diet!) of professional singing.

CHECK OUT ERIC'S PODCAST!

Eric has a fantastic new podcast called Backstage Pass with Eric Vetro, where he sits down with his superstar students to talk about their lives and careers, their singing practice, and the various vocal hurdles they've overcome. It's a really cool show, and definitely worth checking out.

If you want to check out Eric's (frankly ridiculous) client list, visit his website.

ERIC'S MUSIC PICKS

• "Imagine" by Ariana Grande from Thank U, Next • , 2019 • "Perfectly Wrong" by Shawn Mendes as performed live in 2018 • on The Late Late Show with James Corden • "All of Me" by John Legend from Love in the Future • , 2013

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STRONG PLAYLISTS

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NOVEMBER 2021 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONS

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