Of the many challenges facing singers, staying healthy is probably the most important of all! Many of the tips you are about to read, are things you already know. However, a few reminders may keep you in good voice for all your endeavors. The top three are hydration, herbal with honey and rest!
Developing Voices
The Human Brain Under the Influence of Music
Musicophilia (2007) explores the wonders of the brain, neuroscience and music. Oliver Sacks exudes enthusiasm about advances in neuroscience which enabled the visualization of the human brain under the influence of music.
Organizing the Chaos: Managing the Middle School Choir
by Developing Voices Author Jennifer Berroth, Choral Director at Leawood Middle School, Leawood, Kansas. I’ve heard it said that teaching middle school puts one at the front of the line for sainthood. We’ve all had days on which we have earned that status. I have been teaching middle school choir for seven years, and in […]
Making the Most of Practice Between Rehearsals
What is the difference between rehearsal, the work accomplished corporately when the ensemble is gathered, and practice, the individual preparation each member engages between rehearsals? I believe the distinction to be a critically important one, especially in the world of excellent church choirs and high-achieving volunteer choruses.
“Tone-Deaf” is an Excuse…. not a Diagnosis
Do you have “Tone-Deaf” Singers? Well, chances are you don’t, even if you think you do. Find out how to first assessand then train all singers to match pitch Here is: “Tone-Deaf” is an Excuse….not a Diagnosis
Is Caffeine Dehydrating to the Vocal Folds?
Caffeine is one substance assumed to be associated with voice problems by causing systemic dehydration. It has been thought that if you drink coffee, you are robbing the body of water. If you’re a regular coffee drinker, one cup will hardly have negative ramifications.