web01.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:49:03 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Studio Class - Episodes Tagged with “Diva” https://studioclass.fireside.fm/tags/diva Sun, 20 Aug 2017 10:00:00 -0500 Welcome to Studio Class – I'm Megan Ihnen, your friendly mezzo-soprano, teacher, writer, and arts entrepreneur. Together, we'll dive deep into the strategies and tactics of classical singing and composition. Think of me as your "diva sidekick", distilling essential insights in the realms of classical singing, opera, and new music. Whether it's dissecting the nuances of performance or uncovering the habits of successful creatives, we're here to streamline your path to excellence. In this podcast, we transcend the ordinary studio class experience, diving deep into the essential business elements that often get overlooked in the world of classical music. Megan's passion for empowering fellow musicians, both vocalists and composers, shines through, making Studio Class your go-to resource for achieving excellence in your artistic endeavors. Micro Action Monday episodes are short 'how-to' style guides offering actionable entrepreneurship information. For an in-depth look into the journeys of successful professionals, tune in to Masterclass episodes where working artists share how they created, maintain, and expand their careers in today's music industry. Whether you're a singer, composer, or someone curious about the intersection of tradition and innovation in the performing arts, Studio Class is here to guide you towards a sparkling and focused career. Don't miss the diva-approved wisdom that awaits you on Studio Class with Megan Ihnen. en-us episodic Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer Welcome to Studio Class – I'm Megan Ihnen, your friendly mezzo-soprano, teacher, writer, and arts entrepreneur. Together, we'll dive deep into the strategies and tactics of classical singing and composition. Think of me as your "diva sidekick", distilling essential insights in the realms of classical singing, opera, and new music. Whether it's dissecting the nuances of performance or uncovering the habits of successful creatives, we're here to streamline your path to excellence. In this podcast, we transcend the ordinary studio class experience, diving deep into the essential business elements that often get overlooked in the world of classical music. Megan's passion for empowering fellow musicians, both vocalists and composers, shines through, making Studio Class your go-to resource for achieving excellence in your artistic endeavors. Micro Action Monday episodes are short 'how-to' style guides offering actionable entrepreneurship information. For an in-depth look into the journeys of successful professionals, tune in to Masterclass episodes where working artists share how they created, maintain, and expand their careers in today's music industry. Whether you're a singer, composer, or someone curious about the intersection of tradition and innovation in the performing arts, Studio Class is here to guide you towards a sparkling and focused career. Don't miss the diva-approved wisdom that awaits you on Studio Class with Megan Ihnen. no classical singing, opera, new music, music entrepreneurship, creative professional, performing arts Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer info@meganihnen.com Episode 16: How To Change The World Through Classical Music https://studioclass.fireside.fm/16 969cf6cc-d7d8-4def-a9c5-052248dca020 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 10:00:00 -0500 Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer full Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer In this episode, I’m attempting to answer one of my own big questions, “How Do You Change The World Through Classical Music?” 19:51 no Yes. It’s a hefty topic. With the world events going on at the moment, I have had this nagging feeling that I need to devote some of my attention to how my art can be a force for good. Divas, not only do I want to help you make it rain in your business but I want to help you change the world while you’re at it. This episode covers: 1) The motivation behind our "Change the World" music projects. 2) How to identify passions, pain-points, and purpose. 3) How can music influence the body to support fitness and rehabilitation? 4) How can music motivate the mind to promote academic achievement? Show Notes: - Olafur Eliasson | World Economic Forum “Why art has the power to change the world.” | https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/01/why-art-has-the-power-to-change-the-world/ - Elevator pitch formula: “I’m a ______ (profession) who is passionate about _______ (things you’re into.) My mission is to _______ (how you’re changing the game) by _______ (secret weapon.)” - Katrina Skewes McFerran, Professor at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music | “How Music Can Change Your Life” | https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/01/why-art-has-the-power-to-change-the-world/ - Florence Cohen | American Music Therapy Association | https://www.musictherapy.org/about/personal_stories/ - ArtForceIowa | http://www.artforceiowa.org/ Yes. It’s a hefty topic. With the world events going on at the moment, I have had this nagging feeling that I need to devote some of my attention to how my art can be a force for good. Divas, not only do I want to help you make it rain in your business but I want to help you change the world while you’re at it.

This episode covers:
1) The motivation behind our "Change the World" music projects.
2) How to identify passions, pain-points, and purpose.
3) How can music influence the body to support fitness and rehabilitation?
4) How can music motivate the mind to promote academic achievement?

Show Notes:

]]> Yes. It’s a hefty topic. With the world events going on at the moment, I have had this nagging feeling that I need to devote some of my attention to how my art can be a force for good. Divas, not only do I want to help you make it rain in your business but I want to help you change the world while you’re at it.

This episode covers:
1) The motivation behind our "Change the World" music projects.
2) How to identify passions, pain-points, and purpose.
3) How can music influence the body to support fitness and rehabilitation?
4) How can music motivate the mind to promote academic achievement?

Show Notes:

]]> Episode 12: Make It Rain: Your Network = Your Net Worth https://studioclass.fireside.fm/12 c98f4452-3f84-4d34-9703-f0185dd3a89d Sun, 02 Apr 2017 15:45:00 -0500 Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer full Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer In this 12th episode, we’re going back to my “Rainmaker’s Guide to Music Business” lecture and diving into the network portion. 25:42 no Divas, I’m curious, what areas of networking feel great to you and which ones feel less than great? Help me zero in on the pointers you need in your best diva life. Hit me up on twitter - I’m @mezzoihnen Divas, I’m curious, what areas of networking feel great to you and which ones feel less than great? Help me zero in on the pointers you need in your best diva life. Hit me up on twitter - I’m @mezzoihnen

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]]> Episode 11: Goal Setting for Your Diva Life https://studioclass.fireside.fm/11 a6368a8f-d42a-4959-9e59-6095c52ba03c Sun, 19 Mar 2017 15:00:00 -0500 Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer full Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer Goal setting is all about milestones. Let's discover where you are and what's left to tackle. 16:23 no This is a shorter podcast episode but you should plan to take time by yourself to complete the exercise after listening. This is a 15-25 minute activity - without taking time here you can go to as many business of music classes as your heart desires but you won’t learn a darn thing. Who's ready to discuss seemingly impossible goals?! This is a shorter podcast episode but you should plan to take time by yourself to complete the exercise after listening. This is a 15-25 minute activity - without taking time here you can go to as many business of music classes as your heart desires but you won’t learn a darn thing.

Who's ready to discuss seemingly impossible goals?!

]]> This is a shorter podcast episode but you should plan to take time by yourself to complete the exercise after listening. This is a 15-25 minute activity - without taking time here you can go to as many business of music classes as your heart desires but you won’t learn a darn thing.

Who's ready to discuss seemingly impossible goals?!

]]> Episode 2: Wobble & Be Brave https://studioclass.fireside.fm/2 d8af09d4-b108-48c6-a808-97d5adbf1b33 Sun, 08 Jan 2017 10:00:00 -0600 Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer full Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer I want to see you be brave! This is all about looking fear and trepidation in the face and saying, "I can do this." Your goal for today is "act now." 15:34 no The avoidance of what we fear, however, is exactly the same. Human beings fear rejection. Biologically wired with a longing to belong, we fear being seen in a critical way. We will actively avoid situations in which we feel the potential to be rejected. Not singers, though. No, no, musicians pursue those opportunities. Divas put themselves out on a limb constantly. They open themselves up to feedback and constructive criticism from teachers, coaches, mentors, adjudicators, and audiences. They understand they will hear “no” more often than “yes.” But, it’s that dogged persistence in the face of rejection that makes the “yes” so much sweeter. Show Notes: 29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva Carol Kirkpatrick's "Aria Ready, The Business of Singing 2ND EDITION!" = http://a.co/8Y4OftN Unfilth Your Habitat = https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/unfilth-your-habitat/id542909191?mt=8 Thanks for listening to Studio Class. Please leave us a review on iTunes. The avoidance of what we fear, however, is exactly the same. Human beings fear rejection. Biologically wired with a longing to belong, we fear being seen in a critical way. We will actively avoid situations in which we feel the potential to be rejected.

Not singers, though. No, no, musicians pursue those opportunities. Divas put themselves out on a limb constantly. They open themselves up to feedback and constructive criticism from teachers, coaches, mentors, adjudicators, and audiences. They understand they will hear “no” more often than “yes.” But, it’s that dogged persistence in the face of rejection that makes the “yes” so much sweeter.

Show Notes:
29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva
Carol Kirkpatrick's "Aria Ready, The Business of Singing 2ND EDITION!" = http://a.co/8Y4OftN
Unfilth Your Habitat = https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/unfilth-your-habitat/id542909191?mt=8

Thanks for listening to Studio Class. Please leave us a review on iTunes.

]]> The avoidance of what we fear, however, is exactly the same. Human beings fear rejection. Biologically wired with a longing to belong, we fear being seen in a critical way. We will actively avoid situations in which we feel the potential to be rejected.

Not singers, though. No, no, musicians pursue those opportunities. Divas put themselves out on a limb constantly. They open themselves up to feedback and constructive criticism from teachers, coaches, mentors, adjudicators, and audiences. They understand they will hear “no” more often than “yes.” But, it’s that dogged persistence in the face of rejection that makes the “yes” so much sweeter.

Show Notes:
29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva
Carol Kirkpatrick's "Aria Ready, The Business of Singing 2ND EDITION!" = http://a.co/8Y4OftN
Unfilth Your Habitat = https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/unfilth-your-habitat/id542909191?mt=8

Thanks for listening to Studio Class. Please leave us a review on iTunes.

]]> Episode 1: What's a Diva Audit? https://studioclass.fireside.fm/1 e317894d-e053-4fc5-8b5a-eeccbd0a5ef0 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 10:00:00 -0600 Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer full Megan Ihnen | The Sybaritic Singer A good business, whatever its size, must keep good records to measure performance. As your star rises, it is important to take stock of where you are and the goals you have accomplished along the way. Studio Class, like 29 Days to Diva, is all about little challenges designed to help you create a mission, long-term goals, and strategies. Make sure you are getting the most out of your hard work by doing your Diva Audit today. 22:23 no It is the first day of January and you may be realizing that things are often easier said than done. In that first blush of 2016, many of us made those hastily scribbled lists of things that we would certainly accomplish this time around. Now, you may, or may not, have stuck to your New Years’ resolutions like a tenor to a mirror but something tells me that while the gym is getting a little more crowded - you haven’t been spending quite as much time in your practice room as you thought at the beginning of last year.. With that in mind, I’m starting Studio Class. We certainly support taking care of all of your resolutions, but together we’ll be focusing on your arts-career related goals. Show Notes: Diva Audit = bit.ly/diva-audit 29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva Money: A Love Story by Kate Northrup = http://katenorthrup.com/book/ It is the first day of January and you may be realizing that things are often easier said than done. In that first blush of 2016, many of us made those hastily scribbled lists of things that we would certainly accomplish this time around. Now, you may, or may not, have stuck to your New Years’ resolutions like a tenor to a mirror but something tells me that while the gym is getting a little more crowded - you haven’t been spending quite as much time in your practice room as you thought at the beginning of last year..

With that in mind, I’m starting Studio Class. We certainly support taking care of all of your resolutions, but together we’ll be focusing on your arts-career related goals.

Show Notes:
Diva Audit = bit.ly/diva-audit
29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva
Money: A Love Story by Kate Northrup = http://katenorthrup.com/book/

]]> It is the first day of January and you may be realizing that things are often easier said than done. In that first blush of 2016, many of us made those hastily scribbled lists of things that we would certainly accomplish this time around. Now, you may, or may not, have stuck to your New Years’ resolutions like a tenor to a mirror but something tells me that while the gym is getting a little more crowded - you haven’t been spending quite as much time in your practice room as you thought at the beginning of last year..

With that in mind, I’m starting Studio Class. We certainly support taking care of all of your resolutions, but together we’ll be focusing on your arts-career related goals.

Show Notes:
Diva Audit = bit.ly/diva-audit
29 Days to Diva: The Course = bit.ly/29daystodiva
Money: A Love Story by Kate Northrup = http://katenorthrup.com/book/

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