Today we’d like to introduce you to Mindy Pack.
Hi Mindy , so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I’ve always joked that my childhood dream was to be the world’s first singing heart surgeon. I was completely fascinated by the human body, but singing was just as central to who I was. Medical school didn’t quite work out the way I imagined, but that original idea never left me.
Instead, I found a way to bring those two passions together.
I started my career as a vocal performance major at UVSC and then transferred to the University of Utah, and from the beginning I knew I didn’t want to teach voice in a traditional, one-lane way. I was curious about why the voice worked, not just how to make it sound good. That curiosity pulled me deeper into voice science, vocal health, and physiology, and it’s been driving my work ever since.
My philosophy has always been simple: the minute I stop learning is the minute I stop teaching. Over the years, I’ve studied with nationally and internationally recognized instructors and institutions, constantly expanding my understanding of both vocal technique and vocal wellness. I became a Clinical Vocologist because I wanted to bridge the gap between artistry and anatomy, between performance and sustainability.
While working with touring artists and vocal athletes, it became clear that sound alone wasn’t the full picture. The body plays a massive role in how the voice functions, recovers, and endures. I didn’t want to be limited in how I could help artists, so I went back to school and became a licensed and certified massage therapist, specializing in structural integration for voice performers. That decision changed everything.
Today, my work blends vocal training, voice science, and bodywork into a fully integrated approach. I focus not only on producing great sound, but on patterns, stamina, and the physical demands that come with real-world performance. Vocal Tract Reconditioning grew out of that work, and it’s become a cornerstone of how I help artists stay healthy and consistent over long careers.
Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of working with artists at every level, from beginners to some of the biggest names in the industry. I collaborate closely with ENTs, laryngologists, and voice teams, and I co-founded the SVARA Project to help train teachers and develop artists on a global scale. I also teach, present at international conferences, and continue to build tools and systems that support vocal I have been blessed to work with some of the best artists that you hear on the radio. longevity.
I’ve been blessed to work with some of the artists you hear on the radio, touring worldwide with Justin Timberlake, Sabrina Carpenter, The Lumineers, Noah Kahan, Miley Cyrus, and many others. Along the way, I’ve also worked with radio hosts, newscasters, voice-over artists, and people from all walks of life who use their voice every day.
I’m also the creator and inventor of The Voice Straw, a vocal training and recovery tool designed to support singers, speakers, and anyone who relies on their voice. The idea grew directly out of my work with vocal athletes and voice users who needed something simple, effective, and grounded in voice science. The Voice Straw helps build efficiency, reduce strain, and support healthy vocal function, and it’s become a trusted tool for performers and professionals around the world.
At the heart of it all, I’m still that kid who loved both science and singing. I just found a way to make them work together, and to use that intersection to help people do what they love—safely, confidently, and for the long haul.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It hasn’t always been a smooth road, but I’m deeply grateful for every part of it. The challenges are the reason I do this work the way I do now.
Early on, one of the biggest hurdles was access to education. I work across so many genres and styles of music, and there wasn’t one clear path or program that covered all of it. I had to seek out mentors, travel, study constantly, and sometimes create my own opportunities just to get the depth of knowledge my clients deserved.
Another ongoing challenge has been time. Working with artists who are studying, recording, and touring around the world means living across multiple time zones. It takes flexibility, creativity, and a lot of late nights, but I’m incredibly thankful for the trust my clients place in me.
The most meaningful challenge, though, has been balance. Touring and travel can pull you in a hundred directions at once, and learning how to stay connected, present, and grounded with my family has been essential. I’ve had to be intentional about how I show up, both at home and in my work.
None of it has been easy, but all of it has been worth it. Every challenge has shaped me, strengthened my gratitude, and reinforced how lucky I am to do what I love with people I care deeply about.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
My work sits at the intersection of performance, science, and care. I specialize in vocal technique, vocal health, and longevity, working with singers, speakers, and performers across genres and career stages.
As far as I know, I’m the only coach in Utah who is credentialed in Vocology through the National Center for Voice and Speech and also licensed as a massage therapist. That combination allows me to look at the voice not just as a sound, but as a full-body instrument. I work with technique and style, but I also focus on endurance, touring demands, recovery, and injury prevention.
I’m also a performer myself. I’ve traveled the world singing, so I understand what it feels like to step on stage, manage pressure, and deliver night after night. I’ve experienced a vocal injury firsthand, and that vulnerability changed how I work. Losing access to your voice, even temporarily, gives you a deep respect for how fragile and powerful it really is.
What I’m most proud of is being able to offer clients multiple perspectives in one space—artist, clinician, educator, and bodywork specialist. That well-rounded approach is what sets my work apart. It allows me to meet artists where they are and support them not just in sounding great, but in building sustainable, healthy careers.
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I grew up in Sandy and went to Brighton High School—go Bengals. I’m one of four girls, so life was always loud, busy, and full of personality.
From an early age, I was always singing and dancing, involved in different performing groups whenever I could be. I was also very much an outdoors kid. I grew up racing snowmobiles, riding horses, and spending as much time outside as possible. I’ll admit, though, I’ve never loved camping… glamping is much more my speed.
Personality-wise, I’ve always been outgoing and social. I had friends in all kinds of circles across the valley, and I still love being around people and hearing their stories. One of my best friends, Liv, and I have been close since kindergarten, which says a lot about how much I value long-term relationships.
I met my husband in a humanities class at Brighton, and we’ve now been married for over 26 years and have three amazing kids. Looking back, I’ve always been someone who says yes to experiences. I love a spur-of-the-moment trip, a new adventure, and a good laugh. I really try to live life to the fullest every single day.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.mindypack.com
- Instagram: mindypack
- Facebook: mindyfrandsenpack
- Other: www.voicestraw.com
