60. Can I be a Mom and a Musician? Here’s a Roadmap for your New Season

60. Can I be a Mom and a Musician? Here’s a Roadmap for your New Season

Author: Sarah Toth - Voice Teacher, Opera Singer, Worship Leader, Vocal Coach, Mentor to Christian Women May 29, 2025 Duration: 27:57
Do you feel stuck and disappointed that you're not able to perform now that you've become a mom? Are you worried that you're wasting your gift and throwing away countless hours invested in your life as a musician? Do you wish there was a way you could feel a sense of balance in your life with kids, and feel peace about how to how to spend your time in a meaningful way. I have a roadmap for you - a few prompts that help you process your old life, so that you can embrace God's best for you as a musician while also loving your family well. I'd love for you to learn from my journey so that you embrace what God is calling you to and who God is calling you to serve in this season of motherhood. Let's dig into this together!   RELATED EPISODES 51. Is Your Calling on Pause? 5 Journal Prompts to Find Clarity and Move Forward as a Classically-Trained Singer 19. Three Steps For Performers to Move On After Disappointment 15. Feeling Stuck? Two Ways to Let Go of the Past for Performing Artists 2. Start Here - Escape Your Desert Season by Plotting Your Journey as a Singer   //   Contact: hello@sarahtoth.com

Sarah Toth brings a lifetime of experience as a voice teacher, opera singer, and worship leader to The Heart of a Singer. This podcast speaks directly to Christian women who sing, whether in a choir, on a stage, or in a practice room, and who find themselves at a crossroads. The technical aspects of the craft are covered in depth-you’ll find practical guidance on vocal rehab, effective breathing technique, and structured warm-ups that protect your instrument. But the conversation always returns to the person behind the voice. Sarah understands the unique pressures faced by women in music and ministry, where personal struggles, bottled-up emotions, and spiritual distance can silently undermine both artistry and faith. Each episode is a blend of professional vocal coaching and heartfelt mentorship, exploring how to navigate the challenges of a musician’s life without losing your connection to purpose. It’s for those who feel an invitation to heal, not just their voice, but the deeper parts of their calling. You’ll hear honest talk about integrating technical skill with spiritual life, moving from a place of unrest to one of renewed confidence and grace. Tune in for singing lessons that go beyond the scales, addressing the whole life of a performer and worshipper.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Heart of a Singer - Vocal Rehab, Vocal Warm-ups, Christian Musician, Breathing Technique, Singing Lessons
Podcast Episodes
63. Increase Vocal Resonance, Volume, & Range with This Diction Hack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:11
Want to increase your vocal range, clarify your tone, and unlock more confidence in your singing voice—even on high notes? In this practical episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite diction tricks from years of classical…
62. Strengthen Your Family Relationships Through Singing Together [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:55
Do you feel like your singing voice doesn’t have a place in this season of motherhood? You may even feel self-conscious and stuck when it comes to getting started again. The good news is that there is meaningful connecti…
61. God is Giving New Vision to Musician Moms! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:55
I truly believe God is breathing life into moms again. You might have felt stagnant, stuck, and disappointed as a musician after you became a mom. You might have even been scared to ask God for what he has for you next,…
58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:19
If your goal is to get back into singing and strengthen your voice, breathing is the place to start. While breathing is something all humans instinctively know how to do, breath for singing can be highly individualized.…
57. Should I Open My Mouth More for a High Note? Yes…and No [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:28
If you’re looking for easy high notes, and optimal space for your voice, we need to have a conversation about opening your mouth. But do we up it up even more for a high note? The answer is yes, but also, let’s nuance th…
56. Three Solutions to Increase Your Vocal Range [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:10
Feel like you're hitting a ceiling with your voice? You're not alone. Many women returning to singing struggle with their vocal range. In this episode, I unpack the most common cause I see and share three practical solut…
55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:27
55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab Even with years of training, there may be seasons where you don’t feel like singing—and you’re not even sure *why*. Here’s 3 areas to address that might help move fro…