For many singers the jaw can be a spot of tension. It is not surprising that our jaws may be a bit tight or over-involved while singing – it is powerhouse muscle. Try these exercises and see how they may help you!
02
Oct
2014
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26
Sep
2014
How Understanding Your Giving Philosophy May Help You Perform Better
We often talk about the “gift of song” and this week I realized how closely my gift-giving philosophy and my giving-of-song philosophy were related. I discovered some interesting things – some I liked… others need some revision.
How we live is how we sing and I found this area to be no exception. Join me as we take a look a giving in our lives and in our music…
19
Sep
2014
Music In ICU: How It Brought My Mother Comfort and Connection
It was the call that shifted everything. “Tricia, Mom has a 50% chance of living. I can’t do this alone. You need to get on the next flight to Medford.” Music has played many roles in my life, but over the last two weeks it has come full circle, back to the very person that gave me life, song, and an unquenchable desire to serve.
29
Aug
2014
Masterclass Podcast: Interview with Dr. Gwen Overland – Singer, Director, Instructor and Mind-Set Master!
Welcome to the Rejoice In Your Voice™ Masterclass Podcast, where I interview industry professionals, asking important questions of conductors, agents, singers, coaches, teachers, and directors, sharing powerful knowledge to help you craft your path to performing success! I want you to have the thriving singer’s life you deserve! This month, I […]
22
Aug
2014
Break Through Singing Fear with this Complete Character Analysis Worksheet
Do you struggle with performance nerves? Do you want to make a deeper connection with the audience? Download my free character analysis, fill out the worksheet, and take your performance to a new level.
13
Aug
2014
Nurture Well-Being in Your Creative Life with This Powerful List
Click on the above video to the introduction to this blog post… Nurturing well-being in your creative life may lead to wonderful side effects, like feeling a sense of clarity, purpose, support, faith, inspiration, joy, even having more physical energy. While today I take conscious steps to support myself through daily practices, this […]
06
Aug
2014
Connect Body, Breath, and Voice with Expanding Butterfly Posture
We can play an active part in awakening our body, breath, and voice by doing exercises that support the respiratory process. Try this one to improve flexibility, strength, lung capacity, and vocal tone.
31
Jul
2014
Livia Genise: Broadway Performer, TV Actress, & Director Shares Success Strategies – Masterclass Podcast
Welcome to the Rejoice In Your Voice™ Masterclass Podcast, where I interview industry professionals, asking important questions of conductors, agents, singers, coaches, teachers, and directors, sharing powerful knowledge to help you craft your path to performing success! For, I want you to have the thriving singer’s life you deserve!
25
Jul
2014
Your Voice – What is it trying to tell you?
Are you bringing gentle awareness to your unique, sensitive, and vulnerable instrument? What key is your voice offering to you that will unlock the next door to self discovery?
18
Jul
2014
7 Steps To An Inspiring Singing Space
The idea of vocal space, physical and environmental, is significant. Today let’s dive into our physical environment… What if you had a designated spot to practice? A place that when you were working, it gave you a deeper sense of purpose and passion? Here are 7 steps to help you create a space that inspires you!