Finding Your Natural Voice: Why Healthy Technique Matters More Than Talent
One of the most common things I hear from new students in my Fort Collins studio is, “I’m not really a singer.” That belief usually comes from years of comparing themselves to others or trying to imitate voices they admire. What I’ve learned through decades of teaching is that singing is not about raw talent […]
Starting the Year in Tune: How Singing Supports Focus, Confidence, and Emotional Balance
January often arrives quietly in Fort Collins. The holiday rush fades, the air feels crisp and still, and many people begin looking for ways to feel grounded again. Over the years, I’ve noticed that this time of year is when singers of all ages crave clarity and steadiness more than big resolutions. Singing offers exactly […]
Posture: Aligning yourself for good health
Posture: Aligning yourself for good health is the main topic in the May 2016 Mayo Clinic Health Letter. “Posture is how you hold your body . . . . It refers to the relative position of your muscles, bones and other supporting body structures. . . . aligned and balanced in such a way that […]
Interesting WebMD vocal quiz
See how you do on this quiz from WebMD about Why Your Voice Sounds Different As You Age. http://www.webmd.com/brain/rm-quiz-your-voice?ecd=wnl_spr_092616&ctr=wnl-spr-092616_nsl-ld-stry_1&mb=dikxt7XOWR3z3LnYYkrdZuHnVev1imbCi6bzTdM2xKM%3d
Interesting WebMD vocal quiz
See how you do on this quiz from WebMD about Why Your Voice Sounds Different As You Age. http://www.webmd.com/brain/rm-quiz-your-voice?ecd=wnl_spr_092616&ctr=wnl-spr-092616_nsl-ld-stry_1&mb=dikxt7XOWR3z3LnYYkrdZuHnVev1imbCi6bzTdM2xKM%3d
Meet our Mascot! (allergy alert)
Most of you know Stella, the wonderful Red Heeler/Retriever mix I adopted in November 2015. She is a big, gentle dog with a rich baritone bark! If you’re not currently a student, but thinking of lessons and have a dog allergy, let’s talk about options.
Medications & Your Voice
Whether they are for allergies, blood pressure, cholesterol, or a miriad of medical conditions, prescriptions can have a negative effect on your voice. If you’re taking any medications, click on these images for links to 1) The National Center for Voice and Speech, and 2) the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas to […]
Cold or Flu? Learn to Tell the Difference
Colds and flu share many of the same symptoms. Learn to tell the difference – click here.
7 Things to Clean this Cold & Flu Season
Toothbrush holders and other germy places you’d never expect! Read on
2024 Spring Sing Student Voice Recital – May 19, 2024
2023-24 was a particularly good year for our studio! Here are this year’s Spring Sing Student Voice Recital numbers: Click here to see the program, complete with links to interesting facts for the underlined songs and notes at the end for others. A special shout-out goes to our collaborative accompanist, Anna Hermanson. Anna and I […]
