Art as a Means of Self Care and Rebellion
I sat down to write something very different than this today. I was going to write about acting a song, character development, and the cyclical relationship of composition, [...]
Sing for Your Sanity: Why Singing Is a Mental Health Superpower
Life seems to be moving ever faster these days. Work, commuting, deadlines, family obligations…it leaves many of us fighting to find ways to recharge both mentally and emotionally. [...]
When You Know, You Know: Singing With Intuition
The art of singing is rooted in technique, discipline and repetition. But underneath there is something quieter and just as powerful: intuition. Our bodies are incredibly wise, constantly [...]
How Musicians Turn Fitness Principles into Better Practice (Part 1)
If you read this blog regularly, you’ll know I love a good sports analogy. And truly, it’s because the demands of a professional musician are every bit as [...]
The Truth About Extending Your Range
We’ve all seen the social media ads : “Extend your range!” “Sing four octaves easily!” “Sound like [insert famous singer name here]!” Charismatic online personalities often make promises [...]
Vibrato 101: What it is and why it matters
Ah, vibrato. You loaded subject, you. There is so much to say about the function of vibrato in healthy, sustainable singing. But for today’s post, let’s focus on [...]
Mind-Body Connection: The Power of Somatics in Vocal Training (part 1)
Somatic (adj): Of, relating to, or affecting the body My story As a recovering anxiety-riddled perfectionist, I have experienced firsthand the power of the mind-body connection in singing. [...]
Stage Fright and Performing
Sweaty hands. Racing heartbeat. Shortness of breath. Shaking knees. Ah, the telltale signs of stage fright. We all know them, because we’ve all experienced them. Whether it’s a [...]
Concert Etiquette and Why It Matters
Classical music has a reputation for being “stuffy” or “elitist.” This isn’t surprising, given that the performing arts developed out of privilege, wealth and status. As such, the [...]
The Power of Intention
A New Year is upon us. Now is the time we usually start reflecting upon the past 12 months, and begin dreaming about the future. What new goals [...]
