In this episode of The Singing Teachers Talk Podcast, Alexa chats with Rachael Drury about practical ways voice teachers can use AI to save time, spark creativity, and streamline admin — without losing the vital human connection that makes teaching so powerful. From lesson planning and practice tools to lyric writing and accountability, find out how AI can become a helpful ally in your teaching toolkit.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
1:24 What can AI NOT do?
14:02 How can we use AI positively as singing teachers?
27:42 Helpful AI tools
33:30 Are there any loopholes?
41:23 How can teachers continue to advocate for the arts in the face of AI?
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RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.222 The Rise of AI: What It Means for Singers and Teachers
ChatGPT
Singing Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.155 & 156 Part One & Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios
Suno
Udio
Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.224 Your Brain on Art: The Science of Creativity and Healing
Your Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen & Ivy Ross
Independent Society of Musicians
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr Rachael Drury is a violinist, educator and researcher specialising in the evolving relationship between music, technology and the law. Rachael’s successful career as a musician has seen her perform with ensembles like the Hallé and BBC Philharmonic, and in 2019 she returned to academia to explore how new technologies are reshaping the music industry. Her PhD at the University of Liverpool focused on the legal and economic impact of generative AI on copyright, authorship and musicians' livelihoods. Rachael now teaches across music industry studies and performance, while also serving as Senior Researcher and AI Officer at the Independent Society of Musicians. Her work informs copyright policy and creative rights, and she regularly speaks at national and international events. She is passionate about supporting musicians, students and teachers as they navigate the fast-changing digital music landscape.
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