How Today’s Top Singers Are Trained w/ Eric Vetro
Summary
Billboard’s Kristen Robinson interviews vocal coach Eric Vitro, who has trained stars like Ariana Grande and actors for biopics such as *Elvis* and *A Complete Unknown*. Vitro discusses the technical and psychological aspects of voice maintenance, debunking myths about training and alcohol while explaining how he helps artists capture authentic character voices rather than mere imitations. The conversation also covers the challenges of high-stakes performances like the Super Bowl national anthem and the evolving landscape of vocal trends in modern music.
Topics discussed
Ads and podcast introduction
Eric Vitro's background and vocal basics
Vocal technique, pitch, and performance prep
Switching between musical genres
Coaching Ariana Grande for Wicked
Biopic vocal coaching: Chalamet, Jolie, and others
Voice maintenance for touring artists
Aging voices, strain, and alcohol effects
Vocal trends and Rosalia's multilingual work
Remote coaching via FaceTime and Zoom
Selecting clients based on work ethic
Challenges of singing the national anthem
Live performance mistakes and authenticity
Auto-Tune usage and recording vs. live
Eric's early life and career beginnings
Technology enabling live singing in films
Lip-syncing vs. live singing in parades
Ariana Grande's Las Vegas residency
Pink's vocal versatility and pet peeves
On-set mishaps and shower acoustics
Vocal health tips and celebrity clients
Favorite songs and closing remarks
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