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Stop Waiting to Be Good: The Beauty of Starting from Zero
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : On being a beginner Hey Reader, So many of you know that I turned 50 in June. This is a major milestone. Iāve made it to half a century. Iāve learned so many things and made so many mistakes, but Iām still here.While I was in the gym the other day, I was thinking about what it means to be a beginner.While Iām no stranger to working out, Iām having to totally change my workouts and diet to fit my...
āTouring the World: 10 Survival Tips Every Performer Needs
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : 10 touring tips Hey Reader, There are so many ways to be a performing artist. Some are lucky to find a local spot where they can hold a residency, which allows them to earn a living while living in the comforts of their own home. This is becoming more and more rare. Others tour nationally, staying within the confines of their country and therefore their own language, culture and customs and then...
10 Ways to Speed Up Your Vocal Progress (Even If You Feel Stuck)
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : Go faster Hey Reader, If youāve ever felt like your voice just isnāt improving fast enough, youāre not alone. Many singers think vocal progress should happen in a straight line ā but the truth is, great singing comes from consistency, awareness, and smart training. Whether youāre just starting or already performing, these 10 strategies will help you improve faster, gain control, and actually...
Singers: What Illness Really Does to Your Voice (and What to Do)
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : I'm sick Hey Reader, Ok, so itās official. Youāre SICK! Now letās figure out what might be going on with the voice and how to deal with it, as well as how to minimise its affects on your voice.For those of you that study with me, you know the first thing Iām going to do in a lesson is a lip trill/bubble to see exactly what is going on. Iām looking for : Bridging Modification of range Clarity of...
Singing While Sick? Hereās When to Cancel ā and When to Show Up
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : 'Tis the season to be snotty! Hey Reader, Well Autumn has arrived with its fiery orange and burnt sienna leaves. While we can still enjoy a coffee on the terrace at a little cafĆ©, the temperature is dropping steadily every day. Time to pull out the long sleeve shirts, scarves andā¦ tissues. Yep, viruses are back as well. So today I want to take the time to help you navigate your voice, your voice...
5 Creative Hacks to Upgrade Your Singing This Year
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : Be curious Hey Reader, I know it is not the new year, but I want to incite you to become intentional about setting and achieving your vocal goals. Hereās why, the body is built for stability, meaning it likes it when you keep doing the same thing over and over again. It feels safe. Safe is good right?WRONG. While you need a moment to enjoy that safety (it is the necessary plateau I often talk...
How I Almost Quit Singing (and What Saved Me)
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : I almost gave up! Hey Reader, Recently I talked about changing teachers and discussions that you should have if you think the change is necessary. Today Iād like to talk about something important that most likely will happen when you change teachersā¦..a change in your technique.One might think when they hear me that my technique has always been the way it is now. Nothing could be further from...
What Every Singer Needs (But No One Talks About)
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : Find your tribe ! Hey Reader, If you are new to singing or are trying to take your singing to the next level this newsletter is for you. Making any sort of change to your life such as learning a new skill requires undying dedication and regularity. When the initial euphoria or so called motivation wears off, and trust me it will, youāre going to need some help staying the course. My serious...
Is It Time to Change Vocal Teachers? Hereās How to Know
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : Should I stay or should I go? Hey Reader, Anyone who has studied anything for a long period of time knows that there will come a point when we need to change teachers. This shows up often as a very uncomfortable feeling. It might start with a little pinch. Something they said or didnāt say in a class that left you uneasy or wanting more. But because you have been with them for a long time, you...
Singing Advice Overload? Hereās What to Keep & What to Tossšļø
š¤The Unforgettable Singer Newsletter š«š·FranƧais en Basš Here's what I'm scatting about this week : Too much info! Hey Reader, As you study and learn the craft of singing one thing that will be important is to know what information to keep and what to throw away. This is much easier said than done because we live in a world where information is overly abundant. It can be difficult to sift through and figure out what is fact and what is opinion or even fiction, especially if youāre new to...