The online forums are perfect cages for the exhibition of mental imbalance. There is so much meanness, pettiness, insult, and defensiveness. How did so many teachers and singers become so…
Category: professionalism
People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you figure out which it is, you know exactly what to do. (author unknown) Private voice…
Recently on a discussion forum a young soprano wrote that she has come to the realization that she is aging out of the typical career path for a young classical…
There is no “perfect song”. However, there are many, many excellent choices. The purpose of an audition is to show the listeners the best of what you can do vocally,…
I am generally a good practicer. Not always as much as I’d like, but I’m fairly regular. Sometimes I’ll start vocalizing and not liking how I’m singing, but I know…
I have been following several discussions lately about the nature of “the business”. People rue the passing of the old ways and the coming of new ways that seem to…
Some instrumentalists claim that singers have lousy rhythm. Some say that singers are sloppy musicians and don’t pay attention to details. Why do they say that? Are singers really deficient…
Yes, you should. Unless you have a contagious illness or some kind of injury, you should follow through with your appointment for a couple of reasons. That’s what performers (people)…
Yesterday I attended a master class with a friend of mine who is also a teacher. The four students were all age 16 or 17, the two boys singing musical…
Developing an excellent technique is very important. It makes singing easier, gives you more choices, extends the length of your career, and makes you feel capable and confident. I love…
Talking with a dear friend last night about no-win situations in the workplace got me to thinking about some of my favorite musical disaster stories. #1 The Oblivious Symphony of…
My dad was a teacher in my high school. Since there were only two English teachers for grades 7-12 in my district, it was unavoidable that I have him in…
