For many singers, January and February are not a time of instant momentum.

After Christmas, routines have shifted, energy feels steadier rather than expansive, and singing can feel slightly unfamiliar. This is normal. The voice hasn’t gone anywhere, but it may need time to re-settle after weeks of different rhythms, sleep patterns, and demands. Expecting to feel immediately “back” often creates unnecessary pressure, particularly in mid-winter.

One of the most common difficulties at this point in the year is the temptation to rush. Singers can feel they ought to be back where they were in the autumn, as though continuity were something that could be switched on again at will. In reality, returning to singing works far better when it is approached as a process of re-orientation rather than recovery; listening first, noticing what is present now, and allowing habits to re-form without strain.

This early part of the year often lends itself to preparation. That may mean choosing repertoi...

There comes a point in every adult classical singer’s development where more lessons, more advice, or more isolated practice just isn’t enough. You know there’s more to your voice, more to your artistry, but the path forward isn’t always clear.

What you’re looking for now is structure, reflection, continuity, and the kind of thoughtful, experienced support that helps you take responsibility for your own vocal development with simplicity and purpose.

That’s what online mentorship can offer. And it’s exactly what I provide in Virtually Vocalise: a responsive, artist-led mentoring space for adult classical singers, built on reflection, connection, and a shared love of the repertoire. It’s not a programme. It’s a musical home for those who want to grow with purpose, alongside like-minded others.

A Framework That Supports Real Learning

Virtually Vocalise was founded in 2017. It was for singers who were already on their way; those who had built some technical foundations, who had perform...