The Kaleidoscope Voice

Macro & Micro Goal-Setting

It takes intentionality and realistic expectations to connect the dots between your dreams and your daily lived experience. These goal-setting activities aim to be that connective tissue for you as a singer. (6-minute read time)…

July 4, 2024

Winter Myth Series

I did a series of posts in the Winter of 2023 regarding myths surrounding the management and maintenance of vocal health when you are unwell. If you missed it, here they are … Myth #1…

October 11, 2023

Vocal Flexibility

Amid winter and health surges, vocal flexibilty is key. Defined as readiness to vocalise fully, tips include loving warm-ups, stretching vocal skills, and balancing consistency with variety to enhance flexibility and explore new vocal possibilities….

September 12, 2023

Intro to Active Listening

According to Christopher Sutton, active listening is “thinking while listening”.  He proposes that asking yourself questions as you listen can begin this process of focussing your mind. Choose a song or piece of instrumental music…

February 13, 2023

The Listening Singer

Laaaaadies and GentleMen….drumroll puh-lease….I present for your wonder and amazement…the most magnificent listening device ever invented.  It weighs around 1300-1400 grams and is about 15cm long.  With state-of-the-art networking functionality, memory back-up systems and a…

February 13, 2023

Recipe Corner

Being a living, breathing musical instrument means that the fuel we give it makes a difference.  That means that recipes and meal prep is an important tool for singers. If you have ever been part…

August 31, 2022

Kaleidoscope Voice

WAYS TO DISCOVER, DEVELOP AND DELIVER YOUR VOICE IN TIMES OF CHANGE If you’re looking for a fresh way to approach your voice and your singing; a way that leads to new acceptance, growth and…

March 8, 2022

How to Cheer Safely

Top Tips on preventing voice loss at school swimming/athletics carnivals. I have lost count of the number of times a school-aged singer has arrived for their after-school lesson with so much hoarseness following their sports…

February 3, 2021

Singing with Allergies

As a singing teacher, I spend a reasonable amount of time talking about the perils of too much and too little mucus (not as gross as it sounds, trust me).  It is currently spring in Canberra,…

October 23, 2020

Reset

*Updated August 2021* I wonder if you feel like I do about the new year?  I gave up on making resolutions years ago and goalsetting is an elusive fish whose tail I’m still trying to…

January 11, 2019
 

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