to produce a sound pleasant to audience and fulfilling to self
to foster your own love of music by learning to participate in vocal pursuits with ease and confidence
YOUR VOICE: is your body’s instrument
You must care for and nurture it:
physically: good health factors into all your preparation (exercise, eating well, sleep, and hydration).
mentally: regular practice gives you confidence.
emotionally: through music and the drama that music gives you; the love of music can sustain you throughout your life.
YOUR TALENT: unique to you as an individual
is incomparable to anyone else
is inclusive of many things not in your control (e.g. biology, physique, vocal range) and many things you can alter by your dedication, work ethic, and energy
YOUR LOVE: of music and singing
is created and nurtured within the confines of your talent, work ethic, and your personal environment (school, home, and church)
is affected by the entertainment you choose (theatre, opera, music recitals, etc.)
is expanded by your listening choices (radio, TV, CD’s, MP3’s, etc.)
is enhanced by your active pursuit of more knowledge about your discipline–