How I Became a Voice Teacher
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
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Now this is a story all about how my career got started, it took a while. It will take 21 minutes, just sit right there and I'll tell you how I became Sam Johnson Voice Teacher.
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"Its ok to sound bad". The best inspiration to keep singing. Thank You.
This is an excellent video. I good insight to who you really are. Well done for being brave x
Thank you Georgina!
Love u both
Pro trick : watch series at Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching lots of of movies during the lockdown.
“Four different ways to scream” is also a pretty good summary of the last four days.
I love Sam's hair journey
You're the best analyzer on RUclips's reaction videos. You point every detail and goes deeper into the technique. That's why we watch you 🤍
Yes👍!
Thank you for being so open about the winding path you took, and the struggles that you've had to deal with. I also struggle with depression and anxiety, as well as ADHD, dyspraxia, dyscalculia... and, as I finally discovered for sure this year in my 40s, also autism. Like you, my plans for life didn't work out ever the way I planned... but you have to keep going, finding your way. Hang in there, Sam... Your channel and your work have made a huge difference in my life, and I'm sure many many others.
I know you said it was your first time making this kind of video but it's actually super interesting to just hear you talk like this
Agreed he's a good story teller
This kind of stories need to be shared
They can inspire many who feel lost
thank you for sharing it!
I'm going to make a list of all my thoughts if you don't mind.
1. I loved hearing about your journey. Thank you for sharing this part of yourself with us.
2. I notice that your Legolas hair is growing back in.
3. The way you say "warm" is awesome. It's a bit of onomatopoeia because it actually SOUNDS warm. "Wahrm". I'm from metro NY so the way I say it sounds like My Cousin Vinny. "Wawhm". There's barely an r in it 🤣
4. As someone who also battles with on/off depression and anxiety, it wahrms my heart to not only hear you speak openly about it but also to witness the positive atmosphere you consistently cultivate here on your channel. From the good will you encourage among us subscribers to the kind and encouraging way you analyze voices to seeing how great music affects you on such an emotional level and that you are willing to show that to us. All of this speaks to the hard work you have clearly done toward self improvement and making the world a better place.
5. I hope someday your face is memorialized on a coin 🌟❤
#5!!!
Sam- Thank you for opening up about mental illness. Anxiety is such a struggle. I have ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I started taking singing classes last year and it's helping me with a lot.
For some reason when I see someone that seems so successful and that appears to have everything completely figure out, I think well, they must have always been like this, so I feel kinda like I'm not doing things like I should.
This video is amazing. It goes to show we're all just human beings and that you have to work to get were you wanna be.
Thank you Sam!!
you should make an online course on how to teach voice! you're the only youtube voice teacher i've ever gotten hooked on, so many just comment and don't analyze.
Sam, I stumbled on to your channel watching reaction videos, and you quickly became my favorite due to the diversity of music you review and your approach. I do not sing, but I am learning things I had no idea existed. Your honesty, approach, and drive to help is great and wishing you all the best growing your career.
So inspiring! Terrific to have a real person tell his real journey, including the failures, because yes--failures are a part of every journey. We're not bad or doing poorly because we have them--they just show us where to move next.
Thank you for sharing your story, Sam! I'm glad you took the RUclips leap and recognized that you have something new and interesting to offer. You know it, we know it, and that's why we're here!
Love this! Love that your teacher recognized when you were in high school that you were going to be a teacher
Thank you for telling your story, very interesting! The reason why I keep watching your videos is your positive approach. You focus on what can get better instead of criticizing. I'm gonna tell my story, nobody will read it but I feel an urge to tell it anyway, good for the soul. When I grew up there was a lot of music at home, my father owned a record store but nobody played an instrument or sang themselves. My cousins did. They grew up with music, as in creating it yourself. Their father played the piano, they sang (a singing teacher refused to take on my oldest cousin since he didn't want to "destroy" anything). My aunt played the guitar and sang. Every holiday, we children, were supposed to perform. I always felt like the black sheep and it made me afraid of singing. So I quit doing it (even in the shower). As an adult I wanted to get rid of the fear, I like singing, and I started in a choir with the purpose of getting rid of the fear. The fear of letting others hear me sing. I was forced to get up on stage and sing Edelweiss and cried all the way through. Somebody said it was fascinating that I could be on pitch though crying. I would like to think that that cured me but it didn't. I married a jazz musician who wanted us to sing together while he played the piano - and I tried but it was too painful. He still thinks it's sad that I don't want to sing with him (his major instrument is tenor saxophone and his singing, technically isn't that good but at least it's not flat). It's sad. It feels like my childhood stole that from me, I like singing. It's just become a pressure to perform. That's why I like you Sam - you're never judging only talking about what could be better, more healthy for the voice.
I can honestly relate on the school situation.
I dropped out after a semester of college and got a ton of debt from it. It really bummed me out. But since RUclips is free I pushed myself to self teach to find more motivation in music. I appreciate your videos. I love that you analyze vocals and really explain into detail on what’s going to make it make sense.
It's fascinating to hear your story. Thanks for sharing! Sounds as if you had quite a journey, with a lot of great people supoprting you. It's great that you ended up teaching voice as you're clearly very, very good at it. It's very inspiring. I'm 43 and STILL trying to find my way and what I "want to do".
Mental health is a bitch isn't it. I think many of us can relate. You have lots of love and support here too!
Hey - your journey really resonates with me, and I am sure many others who went the Community College route because life (mental illness, family dysfunction, economic disparity, etc etc) got in the way. As an artist, I am so grateful that I had the time to explore and find myself by working and taking a plethora of classes of my own volition, but I also feel that there is a disparaging perception of those who choose to 'go back to school', or that Community College is for "failures". It's not, and I wish people wouldn't be so judgemental, and more importantly, that we wouldn't criticize and judge ourselves so harshly for not meeting our own expectations, as per the 'norm'. I definitely wouldn't be the person I am today, a person who can offer a different perspective and different strengths due to my experiences, if I hadn't taken my time to overcome life's obstacles. I still struggle to be patient with myself and this process. Your journey is inspiring and wishing you all the best.
This handsome gentleman is the most trusted and favorite voice teacher for most of the Army and I.
This video can be used for ANYONE who needs inspiration. Your thoughtfulness and honesty are an absolute gift. Thank you.
Sam for president!
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with your followers. Thank you for sharing your history of mental illness as I think it helps people know it’s not something that should be hid but shared. It helps so many. I wish I had taken voice lessons when I was young! 🌹🌹🌹
Sam, I’m so glad to come across your channel and see where you are. I really looked up to you in high school choir and love hearing your journey since then. Keep it up brotha!!
Thank you for sharing your experience and journey with honesty. You are inspiring!
The way you were the first “voice” channel I ever followed 🥺❤️✨
It took me 10 years to get my bachelors. The way I see it, most people I know would've given up. Congrats to you for sticking with it! I wouldn't take it back either. I learned a lot about myself and my failures.
I would die if you were my vocal coach.
I don't want you to die, Andrew
@@SamJohnsonVoice Good thing you're not his vocal coach.
Congratulations on finding something you're so well suited for! May we all be so lucky :)
Amen!
I'm happy you've found the path which you're happy with. I love your mindset about many things when I watch your videos so thanks for giving me another perspective about music.
I am so glad that I randomly stumbled across this channel one day, because your videos (which led to me booking a few of your lessons) have forever changed the way I approach singing, and I am forever grateful! I hope Texas has been treating you well 🙂
You're awesome Nick.
@@SamJohnsonVoice Same to you man! I was thinking of booking a lesson soon (I have been extra busy with teaching thanks to covid). I was curious if you have ever worked with fry screaming, because it's something I've always wanted to do, and I figured you're the guy to go to if I wanted to achieve it safely.
Hi Sam/Amber, it’s Elvella, nice to see you all in my subscription box again! :)
And yo, that’s awesome, I’m stoked that you’re presenting next week! Good for you!! Loved hearing your story and was super encouraged by how nonlinear it was - gave me some hope that I’m not totally hopeless in finishing an undergrad music program at 25! Yes, I’m still pushing to get into a master’s program :)
I thoroughly enjoyed this video. You are so inspirational. Thank you for being so honest and transparent about your journey. You’re absolutely right that not everyone will not admit their failures but only show successes. Praying you have continued success now and in the future.
Thanks for continuing to share your knowledge and honesty. It has been a pleasure to learn about the voice through your videos. I even use some of your tips when teaching students English. Cheers to all the voices making music out there!
This video was very interesting! You always seem like a cool person and hearing about your path was encouraging. The things in my life that I have found most fulfilling are often things that were achieved in a route that was the opposite of straightforward.
Thanks for sharing your journey. Never expected it to be so much back and forth and struggeling. You seem to be just so comfortable and confident with beeing a teacher that I got the feeling you've wanted it for sure all along. So I got a surprise today. Very very inspiring to see how important it is to take the time you need to find out what you want in life. So again, thanks for sharing .
You're so deserving ❤️ and this was the most relatable and real journey I've heard. I sure see myself a lot in it too, with the taking longer and just trying to get experience through any means. It's so important for people to hear these kind of paths. Thanks for sharing.
I really love hearing about other people’s professional pathways and their personal experiences through all that. Thanks so much for sharing!
I completely agree that there’s this kind of expectation to go high school > college > finish college as quickly as possible > 40 year career.
I did 5 years of uni and sometimes wish I’d taken some time just living as a new adult before diving straight into the whole thing. I ended up completely burning out on my whole profession in my mid 20’s. 18 is too baby to start a career path 😅😂
Seriously, this was lovely. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for letting us in on what kind of life created you and the person you are today. A lot of hard work and strength is what I got from this.. and a lot of love and passion for what you do. I love your videos and I specifically love this one. Again, thank you for sharing. ❤
I came here to compliment how nice ur smile is
this video really touched me. thank you for opening up with us and sharing your stories!!
This is awesome! I am a Westminster graduate. Small world! Glad your path led you here to making RUclips videos where we can all learn from you.
Thank you for sharing all of this with us!!
Thank you thank you Sam for this wonderful honest video. I'm am an old lady now 😃😃 and I thoughly enjoy your channel. I'm from South Africa and I used to take piano lessons 100yrs ago and way back then they even hit your knuckles when you didn't play your scales well enough. I used to sing in a church choir but one day I was told " you can't sing " it was a terrible blow. I gave up music and singing. I also suffered with depression etc. But one of my biggest regrets is I NEVER went back to it. How I wish I had a teacher who understood and could guide me.! Oh well 😥God bless and stay safe.
I resonate so much with your story... again, very happy to have met you at this stage of your journey
you're awesome
@@SamJohnsonVoice no, you are 😅 and your community as well
This is a great video. Your attitude has to be encouraging other young people to give things a try and if it doesn’t work...try something else. I understand your depression and anxiety. My son has been living with that since he was 25. He’s 55 now and still hasn’t taken control and managed things as he should. I give you so much credit for everything you have tried and done. Wonderful video. Thank you for sharing this with your fans. Bev
Thank you for sharing your college experience.. I think it's important for people to know that college is at your own pace. Take as long as you need to get it done! I love your channel. Thank you for this unique video. I enjoyed getting to know you better. ♥️
I do not sing, but play multiple instruments! I love your view of singing and the voice. It made me start listening to music differently and hear things I didn’t know to listen for. I love how you really sit back and enjoy the performances without being overly analytical about technique. Big fan and I’m so glad your journey has brought you to a successful place.
I always knew that I liked you, and not just for your superlative reviews of singers. I always learn something from you. You are a wonderfully accomplished human. Thank you!
honestly this is the best voice teaching channel (is that a thing now) i have come across on yt. you explain and analyse things in such a sincere and non judgemental way, it honestly makes me want to keep singing and practicing. i am extremely angry at the youtube algorithm because more people need to have access to this channel and the knowledge you possess. keep going king we love you!!
You are such an inspiration... you embody positivity without being “toxically positive”. ♥️
Congrats on the voice conference speaking gig, Sam!!!
You're great man. Super informative and supportive! Love your content!
wait you're a voice teacher??
I actually LOLed
Sam Wow! And thanks for this video. It's all I have to say.
Today i'm going to be reacting to and analyzing...wait what ?
We love your videos and absolutely find value! Thank you for sharing. I think this is helpful for so many people in many different fields. Even as a good student it took me 5 years to get my first BA and just started a new career at 37. Every experience (even the negative ones) were totally necessary. Like you said, not many people frame their success this way. I would love to hear more personal stories in the future!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge to us, i think ill start to seriously develop my vocal since its still kinda off tbh. Thank you, and idk how no one talk abt how a good looking person you are ngl. My family is also a musical family. My father is a guitarist and my sister a vocalist. And yea me, the useless one still learning how to actually sings fine. A lot of people said that my voice fits rap more but im just in love in singing so yea. I was so down that time but I'll continue to learn vocals
I remember you way back in those community theatre days. Like, HMS Pinafore when Ricky decided the "cut his hair" during intermission but somehow the pigtails kept falling out of his hat and you would try and push them back in. I laughed so hard during that show.
Awesome video, Sam! You're one of my favorite voice teachers to watch on youtube. I have been a voice teacher for many years now but only recently have decided to put more focus and energy into increasing my visibility as a teacher. It was great to hear a bit of your journey!
Thank you for sharing your story & your journey. So inspiring! Keep on sharing your story, talents, & knowledge. We love it! 🥰
I think this is my path 🙏🏻 loved hearing your story, so inspiring
Thank you for sharing! Congratulations on the invitation to present! What a huge honor! Well deserved.
You are such an honest and strong person. Thank you for telling your experience. 😊💜🌈🍀🌹
You are absolutely incredible human being.
thank you for this. I recently had a rough 1st semester of college myself due to my own mental illnesses. hearing you talk about how you persevered even though it took you 8 years is a great comfort to me.
Love you for sharing your journey. You’re a great teacher.
Thank you for sharing! I’m becoming a music teacher as well, so this really peaked my interests!
I follow you since you started your reactions! by far my favorite of youtube. Your insights and comments are always on point. And even though I am not a professional singer, I love to sing and your recommendations helped me to sing better and take care of my voice.
Just one more thing, do not cut your hair again lol
Hi from Texas! :)
Loved this video! I know its not the normal kind and probably wont be the most popular but is really neat to hear the story. Those not just looking for mindless entertainment and who want to actually learn about you and the path you took will enjoy it I'm sure. I can identify with several things you talked about and it made it very relatable. Thanks for the story! Keep up the great work Sam!
I really enjoyed this! So cool to see how you arrived at this spot!
I love you so much Sam!!!!!! You're the best
👏👏👏 Good work, Sam! Thanks for sharing. Good to hear your story. And thanks for updating so regularly. Your videos are one of the only things that fully engages me enough to stop thinking about other things for a precious 20 min.
Good voice teachers early on really do change lives. Mine taught me how to walk in heels! But, really, I don't think I would have ever been able to face my fear of performing in front of an audience if it hadn't been for my voice teacher who I loved and respected so much. The world needs more people like you!
I’m living for the Fresh Prince reference in the description
Thank you for sharing your journey. I think you're a brave person for reaching for the opportunities and taking the plunge not just once, but several times.
Your videos have shown me a different way to look at singing, in that it doesn't always have to perfect and that there is more than one set way to sing well and still be healthy. I did choir all through out middle and high school with voice lessons sprinkled in, and I've never had a teacher or vocal coach who has thought that way, so the expectations that I thought were standard in the singing world also became expectations I put on myself. I've been unfair to myself and even other singers.
I'm 31 now, but I wish I had someone back then tell me the things you say in your videos now. Thanks for being a kind person.
I’m usually not interested in any kind of reaction-videos. But you have a great personality, I just want to see and hear your opinion. Keep it up dude and cheers from Russia
I’ve been watching your videos a while. Love them! I just saw this one. Wonderful video. Fantastic first ‘blog.’ Interesting, informative and honest. It took me 13 years to get my BA in Art History. Life happens. That journey is as important. The experiences on the journey add so much value to the process. You always have such a kind spirit. I thank you for your content. And congrats on presenting at the conference!
Thank you for sharing, Sam. I'm a high school teacher, and I'm going to share your story with some of my students. Well done!
Thank you for sharing your story! You are one of my favourite RUclipsr because you are such an authentic, warm and incredibly knowledgeable person! You have a truly kind heart when you analyse performances, you have compassion and respect for the artists and that really makes you stand out. I've been watching & sharing your videos for years. I wish you much success and happiness both in your personal and professional life, you deserve it! 😊
Sam, i'm not good at writing in english but I have to say that you are my favorite voice teacher and I really love the fact that you made this video, I also battle with depression and singing is like showing something deep about YOU to everyone, your videos inspires me to be better and not feel bad if something doesn't goes like i want, you help me to explore and keep practicing. Thank you Sam!! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing your journey. It was genuine and real and vulnerable. I respect you on a whole other level now. Congrats on getting where you are today and for understanding the struggle and the journey was all necessary for you to become who you are today.
Thank you for sharing your history!, I watch your videos because i practice my English listening and learn more about vocal techniques, I’m a deaf person and understand what are you talking about is so fantastic for me!, due to health problems I started singing lessons and has been the best thing I’ve ever done. Thank you for everything 😊.
Thanks for sharing your story! I just started watching all your videos; it's nice to get to know a little bit of who you are :)
I don't sing other then in a fun 'oh I like this song playing on the radio' kinda way and I dont plan on learning, and I'm absolutely never going to be a voice teacher, but I love your channel, and it was nice to see a more personal video, thank you for sharing 😊
Thanks for sharing, Sam, I love your vids and this was a nice temporary change of pace.
You are one of the best Sam. 👏👏
All of us kick ourselves with something that could have been better. I got my bachelor degree too young, and I wasn't ready for it, now I'm 31 and going to start a new career all over again. I believe it's better to take your own time to really take in everything with more mature eyes... there's a lot of difference between a 20 years old mind to a 25 yo.
It’s awesome to hear about your voice journey Sam! Good luck at the voice conference, I know you’re gonna do an amazing job. You are fantastic at sharing your knowledge, so I have no doubt you’re gonna be great!
Really interesting to hear your story, thank you! I'd love if one day you could do a video on how to growl(and more importantly how to do it without damaging your voice) 😊
This is so inspiring, thank you for making this
College degree is overrated! Thank you for your honesty and frankness.
It's been a while since I get to Sam's channel. Thank you for the stories Sam.
your videos are a dose of serotonin that everybody needs! thank you for your story time!!
Just seeing this now, Sam. I understand the urge to get down on yourself for not completing education at the same rate as others in general but, like you, life experiences have molded us. Some people just have to wait until the right circumstances and opportunities present themselves
I have followed you for a while and you're already inspiring as it is, and to see this video is even better. I love your transparency. I can relate to some things taking a little longer than "normal". And that's ok! Everyone needs a little Sam in their lives! 🤗❤
This video spoke to my heart. You’re obviously an amazing person.
The journey you’ve been on is really inspiring. It’s great to know that it wasn’t always perfect but came out on the other side anyway! Your hard work has paid off 🙂
Still would love if you reacted to JB singing on SNL. But loooooved that this was today's video.. different and amazing
Sam your story is so awesome!! Thanks for sharing. :)