With so many summer program options available, how can you possibly know which one is best for you? Ann Baltz brings you a step-by-step evaluation and guide to help you
“I’ve learned that making a “living” is not the same thing as making a “life.” – Maya Angelou Remember this story from last week? Sam met Judith at a
Confucius said, “Choose a job you love and you will never work a day in your life.” For the majority of singers, this is precisely why we do what we
“If you wish to travel far and fast, travel light. Take off all your envies, jealousies, unforgiveness, selfishness and fear.” – Glenn Clark This is part I of my
How’s your memory? We are often much better at remembering incidents of defeat or failure, as opposed to our best moments and this can reinforce low self-esteem and high
Dean Southern, a singer and voice professor who started out as a pianist shares insights on the how-to’s of effective practicing. Find out how to make the most of those
“You can create the energy to turn your dreams into reality by knowing what to say when you talk to yourself.” – Shad Helmstetter I wish I had a
Amateur vs. professional. Raw talent vs. trained. These distinctions are becoming lost in the current reality TV and Internet culture where anyone can pretend to be an “expert” at anything. And those who do label things as good, better, and best are in turn labeled as snobs. But this writer is entirely OK with that.
The stress of putting a show together combined with artistic sensibilities can sometimes lead to less-than-ideal behavior from directors and performers. Learn how to cope when anger erupts—in either yourself or a colleague.
Breathing is the foundation of healthy, beautiful singing. Find out how to improve your breathing by examining your past and current habits.
Awareness and careful planning can help you avoid one of the pitfalls of an artist-led endeavor: Founder’s Syndrome.
My two-year-old daughter, while searching for a toy, couldn’t see it because it was face down on the floor. “It’s right there,” I told her, pointing at it. “It’s upside
