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You've perfected. You've dreamed. You've recorded...and? Does your lovely debut album languish in an iTunes file that you stumble upon every once in a while and wonder, "I should be doing something with this, but what?" 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If you find yourself juggling a heavy audition schedule, or are not sure where to begin looking, this could be a great resource!Please feel free to send along additional http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/xQOPouw2rF0/useful-link-manage-your-audition.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=xQOPouw2rF0:lWc-EL0wgJ0:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/xQOPouw2rF0" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2010/08/useful-link-manage-your-audition.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-4504186516182868813Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:20:00 +00002010-08-10T10:47:26.878-07:00CommentsChristina AguileraVocal TechniqueProper Vocal TechniqueA Critical CommentToday I got a comment from an anonymous reader criticizing my analysis of Christina Aguilera's rendition of "The Voice Within" live in London. The commenter said,You know Christina has not had any singing lessons right [sic] so she doesnt [sic] follow any "singing techniques" she does what she feels, so where you say "fatigue" those points are her 'technique". 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This is a great question, as it is distinct from how to get good technique. Technique is not going to be very useful unless you are practicing it regularly. 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It is very mild and does not seem to affect my vocal folds, so I am continuing to sing as I normally would. How can I be so confident this sore throat is unrelated to my singing? Well, for one, I am 30 weeks pregnant and strange aches, pains, and symptoms are quite common during pregnancy. Secondly, I monitor my voicehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/yb-PWGOe7Ik/when-to-sing-with-sore-throat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=yb-PWGOe7Ik:Ca_N9ng_SJM:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/yb-PWGOe7Ik" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2010/06/when-to-sing-with-sore-throat.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-7914259036725877164Sat, 03 Apr 2010 01:12:00 +00002010-04-02T18:16:17.146-07:00PrizesVocal CompetitionsThe Jose Iturbi International Music Competition will be televised this year! Check out the website for more details.Possibly Related Posts:Practice. Seriously, It's Not an Option!Body Awareness: Folding Your HandsHow Often Should I Practice Singing?Want more singing or acting advice? 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Many times a student will tell me that they try to "sing with their diaphragm" or something similar. When I ask them to further describe this technique, I get a number of different answers, but one thing they have in common is that they all http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/272xUHDwt3c/breathing-for-singing-what-not-to-do.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=272xUHDwt3c:CVPRq8U_S4o:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/272xUHDwt3c" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/12/breathing-for-singing-what-not-to-do.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-8028732756718102683Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:54:00 +00002009-11-19T07:14:33.806-08:00Singing BasicsVocal TechniquePhoto by apesaraWhen you are learning how to sing, sometimes it is better to stop singing altogether. I mean this in both the literal and figurative sense. Stop Singing: LiterallyMany mistakes related to vocal technique and musicianship come from jumping in to performing a new song right off the bat. I can't blame you. It's a lot more fun to sing a song you just heard or wrote. There is somethinghttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/hPzXLjC-ND4/best-singing-technique-there-is-stop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)2<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=hPzXLjC-ND4:4MK_mprAQm0:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/hPzXLjC-ND4" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/11/best-singing-technique-there-is-stop.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-4633114049896905776Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:41:00 +00002009-10-16T10:52:33.061-07:00MarketingNicholas BurmanGraphic DesignSelf MarketingBusiness DevelopmentToday I am thrilled to be presenting a guest post by graphic and web designer Nicholas Burman. He also happens to be a singer-songwriter, so he understands a lot about music and personal branding for musical artists. Nicholas has transformed two of my websites from self-designed confusion to polished and professional. As a creative type, I was convinced that I could whip up something acceptable..http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/LWHjQP17jDI/self-marketing-for-artist-why-graphic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LWHjQP17jDI:An_m-lZ7TC8:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/LWHjQP17jDI" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/10/self-marketing-for-artist-why-graphic.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-2211584376875839105Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:21:00 +00002009-09-09T15:37:06.491-07:00Musical TheatreHip-Hop TalentOpen CallAuditionsAs a voice teacher, I have students from all genres, but I have never taught a hip-hop artist! While I don't boast lyrical savvy, I can certainly help any rapper perform his or her craft with vocal ease, power, and style.Since I don't have my own pool of rappers from which to make this request, I'm publishing this open call to audition for a part in a world premiere musical, taking place in http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/Egs6adgO2hU/seeking-hip-hop-talent-for-world.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Egs6adgO2hU:YTynGn8fA3w:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/Egs6adgO2hU" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/09/seeking-hip-hop-talent-for-world.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-8485471181258790374Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:12:00 +00002009-08-26T11:22:32.096-07:00MusicForeign LanguagesReader QuestionsProblem-SolvingLyricsThis time the reader question is from me to my readers! I could use some help. A general observation and pet peeve of mine is the experience of looking up lyrics on the internet is frustrating for several reasons:1. Often, the sites are so advertisement-heavy, the pop-ups alone will block the screen and waste your time, if not infect your PC with some strange stuff.2. The content is often http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/ACaicld4vrQ/reader-question-song-lyrics-websites.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)3<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=ACaicld4vrQ:6jvt3DPlfjY:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/ACaicld4vrQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/08/reader-question-song-lyrics-websites.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-5500913525579189022Sun, 26 Jul 2009 21:00:00 +00002009-07-26T14:07:58.016-07:00HydrationVocal HealthWhile most singers have a vague idea about the importance of drinking enough water, rarely do they approach it scientifically or in a way that can make a significant difference in their actual levels of hydration, and therefore, their singing.Why Does Staying Hydrated Matter?You may think you are dehydrated once you become thirsty. Not the case. The most visible sign of dehydration is urine that http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/JbRJTsWHxUU/what-does-wiwu-have-to-do-with-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)2<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=JbRJTsWHxUU:OWF4ZbE_xog:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/JbRJTsWHxUU" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/07/what-does-wiwu-have-to-do-with-you.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-441350824653046589Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:33:00 +00002009-07-20T11:40:03.592-07:00Best PracticesResumeBusiness DevelopmentActingI recently posted about creating an artistic resume and thought I would share some links that might be of use. I came across this great professional site for actress Kathleen Dyer (@kdyerkdyer) via Twitter. After I direct messaged her saying how much I liked the format and its readability, she directed me to SFCasting.com, which is where she got the site.Whether you sign up for a professional http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/S-4h82Rji8k/artist-bio-and-resume-site.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=S-4h82Rji8k:Ci-ZP16GmPk:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/S-4h82Rji8k" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/07/artist-bio-and-resume-site.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-8715548770105935031Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:23:00 +00002009-07-07T12:05:08.000-07:00Best PracticesHonestyResumeMusic BusinessCrafting an artistic resume is a broad topic. Depending on the type of artist you are, your education and experience, your needs will be different. It can never hurt to get professional help in this area, or at the very least, have your resume reviewed by colleagues in your field as well as meticulous friends or relatives to make sure you've corrected any errors and not omitted any key http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/y8-Jtjw0YUY/artists-resume.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=y8-Jtjw0YUY:kp8moAlKuc0:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/y8-Jtjw0YUY" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/07/artists-resume.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-5377503430251926617Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:14:00 +00002009-06-23T20:25:16.843-07:00The BlueflowersArtistryInterviewKate HinoteMusic BusinessEvery once in a while as a voice teacher, I have the chance to work with a student who walks into my studio with a naturally great voice looking to perfect and polish their music. That’s what I found when Kate Hinote came to my studio with her beautiful voice. You can read the review of her latest album, Watercolor Ghost Town on my personal site, but for my readers I wanted to offer insights intohttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/3zqBYIIWwwg/artist-interview-kate-hinote-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=3zqBYIIWwwg:H6y1SA72fsM:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/3zqBYIIWwwg" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/04/artist-interview-kate-hinote-of.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-8517481765431258366Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:46:00 +00002009-03-24T07:56:48.846-07:00Music LibraryNew MusicRepertoireWhen it comes to building a collection of music, I have to remind everyone that copying music can be illegal without express permission from publishers or for educational purposes. Just make sure you check dates and copyright information on anything you intend to copy, so you don't inadvertently break the law! I know it may seem unfair because of the costs associated with buying an entire book ifhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/Fo3GIRA8Euo/building-music-library.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Fo3GIRA8Euo:dDqahC8oZyY:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/Fo3GIRA8Euo" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/03/building-music-library.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-6014309791298478628Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:40:00 +00002009-02-25T08:02:34.601-08:00Reader QuestionsVocal TechniqueScreamingVocal DamageVocal PainPushingThis is a great question.  We see and hear a lot of people sing who look like they are screaming to save their lives.  Whether it's an R & B song, or an operatic aria - many types of singers are prone to "screaming" in order to be heard or convey passion in their expression.Screaming is not the healthiest use of the voice - when done improperly.  In fact, there is a voice coach, Melissa Cross, http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/Duhu_bGyaFQ/reader-question-what-can-i-do-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=Duhu_bGyaFQ:hRhsPmhFG2E:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/Duhu_bGyaFQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/02/reader-question-what-can-i-do-to.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-2700823289163798298Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:00:00 +00002009-04-16T05:43:23.737-07:00BroadwaySpeech Level SingingMusical TheatreBreathy SingingVoice LessonsMusic BusinessClassical TrainingActingGuest PostNautilusJoan BarberSeth RiggsNote to Readers: did you notice the title of this post?  "Working" is the operational word.  I want my students and readers to learn how to make a creative career "work" for them.  Joan Barber is professional singer, actress, and voice teacher in New York.  Her considerable experience and successful career are an inspiration to me, and should be to you.  It's not every day an accomplished artist http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/U7u2gx4u7nc/guest-post-life-story-of-working-singer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=U7u2gx4u7nc:Td5gHNy37tc:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/U7u2gx4u7nc" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/02/guest-post-life-story-of-working-singer.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-8158481449528563328Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:21:00 +00002009-02-09T06:01:08.580-08:00Singing BasicsVocal HealthVocal DamageVocal PainAs always, the advice I provide here is general in nature, and not a substitute for medical attention.  It will be best to work with a professional voice teacher in person for a more accurate assessment of your personal vocal issues.  I will be soon teaching online lessons - if you are interested in this service, email me at milena@workingthevoice.com to set up a free online consultation in the http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/LubkAvF7LeM/reader-question-why-does-it-hurt-when-i.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=LubkAvF7LeM:S5KLRBc5FL8:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/LubkAvF7LeM" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/02/reader-question-why-does-it-hurt-when-i.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-6867188422417126865Mon, 05 Jan 2009 01:11:00 +00002009-01-05T04:31:02.860-08:00ComposingSinging BasicsSingingSinging TipsSinger-SongwritersCompositionPhoto byJsome1I get a lot of singer-songwriters in my studio, and they are some of my favorite students to work with, because of their originality and eagerness to learn. Most singer-songwriters began as songwriters and found they became the most likely suspect to perform their music!Some songwriters tend to feel limited in their compositions by their own voices though, and come to me to improve http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/bXWI4fUclVI/vocal-tips-for-singer-songwriters.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=bXWI4fUclVI:XoZ67Zk2bFU:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/bXWI4fUclVI" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/01/vocal-tips-for-singer-songwriters.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-2188937563936718336Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:54:00 +00002009-03-01T20:58:23.310-08:00Singing LessonsPoliciesThe Voice Works StudioVoice LessonsRatesYour First Lesson: What to ExpectIntro Lesson:First half hour FREE; (if you schedule the second half hour it is $20 the first time)· I will ask you basic questions about your musical experience, likes/dislikes, strengths/weakness, and your goals for singing.· Then you get to interview me! Please bring all your burning questions about singing and technique.· I will ask youhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/BVyj5QgMimU/lesson-information-policies-in-person.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=BVyj5QgMimU:j0HS48NNWCM:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/BVyj5QgMimU" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2009/01/lesson-information-policies-in-person.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-3803918525654016669Sat, 20 Dec 2008 19:52:00 +00002008-12-20T17:45:05.287-08:00SingingGift IdeasThe holidays are here! Are you prepared to give that special singer in your life a fabulous gift he or she will love? Are you a singer looking for recommendations that could help take your voice to the next level? Look no further, I've compiled a list of some of my favorite voice-related books and products that I'd love to get as a gift. (Hint, hint!)1. Books, books, and More Books! Beginners to http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/nRFgpRHf8r8/great-gift-ideas-for-singers-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)1<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=nRFgpRHf8r8:eOGL0SHvwNM:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/nRFgpRHf8r8" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2008/12/great-gift-ideas-for-singers-and.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-3098257660044365299Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:58:00 +00002008-11-18T07:16:39.507-08:00ExpressionCreativityChild ActorChild SingerTeaching Kids to SingI have recently had the wonderful opportunity to begin teaching some younger students, under the age of 13. Voice teachers generally try teach students who have already gone through their voice change and are old enough to display the discipline for serious vocal or acting study. However, if a parent is confident their child is mature enough for lessons, I trust their judgement.There are some http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/XdD_ktCxaiE/express-yourself.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=XdD_ktCxaiE:5yAwUP8AT40:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/XdD_ktCxaiE" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2008/11/express-yourself.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38892503.post-1145586751318657419Tue, 21 Oct 2008 19:56:00 +00002008-10-21T13:29:59.967-07:00Audition TipsSinging TipsChild ActorChild SingerAuditions Photo by Hamed MasoumiMany students of singing and acting start young, and while they may show talent, they won't inherently understand the audition process. Most parents are baffled by the process too, unless they were performers themselves. This post is specifically for younger performers, but seasoned professionals might find tried and true advice applies to them too. Please use the comment http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~3/SjfsnG-W4rs/preparing-your-child-for-audition.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Milena)0<div class="feedflare"> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:63t7Ie-LG7Y"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=63t7Ie-LG7Y" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:gIN9vFwOqvQ"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:gIN9vFwOqvQ" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?i=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:V_sGLiPBpWU" border="0"></img></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?a=SjfsnG-W4rs:YZk54HPLZUc:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/WorkingWithTheVoice?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" border="0"></img></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WorkingWithTheVoice/~4/SjfsnG-W4rs" height="1" width="1"/>http://blog.workingthevoice.com/2008/10/preparing-your-child-for-audition.html