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Confronting Unhelpful Self-Judgement

In this article, Tim outlines a clear three-step tool to help singers interrupt negative self-talk and refocus on constructive, goal-oriented practice.

Feeling the Rhythm!

In this article, Abby Payne breaks down the concept of rhythm in songs and discusses how singers can get better at feeling the rhythm when singing.

Voice (& beyond) Care Team: Who's Who?

In this article, Andy highlights the importance of a voice care team beyond the voice teacher and explains how different specialists support…

What Does an Arranger Actually Do?

In this article, Tim explains how arrangers adapt music for performers and contexts, distinguishing their role from music directors, orchestrators, and producers.

Preparing For Your Best Audition: An Actor’s Checklist

Auditioning. The word strikes fear in every actor, seasoned and amateur alike. However, this doesn't have to be the case!

How to Get a Gig: A Beginner's Guide

Your voice lessons are going great, you sound fantastic and are ready to take things to the next level. What’s the process?

How to Practice Singing Part VII: Make Practice Habits Satisfying

In this article, Zac highlights the importance of making your regular singing practice satisfying, giving yourself rewards during and after practice sessions, and avoiding shortcuts and unhelpful rewards.

How to Find Your Key Part III: Points of Consideration

In Part III of the series How to Find Your Key, Tim Rosser lists various important points of consideration when choosing your key for a song based on a singer's learning and artistic goals along with logistical limitations.

Dealing with Discouragement

In this article, New York Vocal Coaching Instructor Abby Payne discusses tips for how singers can deal with discouragement.

Finding Your Style

In this article, Tim dissects what constitutes vocal style through examples and offers ways to cultivate one's style in singing.

Ego Reads. Humility breeds.

In my absence from chronicling my thoughts from a music director/coach perspective, I have seen some brilliant performances that have given me pause; performances that made me stop and think, “How is something so...

Why We Use Vocal Exercises

In this article, Tim Rosser shares the benefits of using vocal exercises for voice training and how singers can use vocal exercises appropriately to their advantage.