Classical Singers: Learn more about Posture, Breath and Support
The more I teach, the more my own understanding as a singer grows.
A brilliant bonus from teaching something well is that you get to repeatedly learn the details and deep dive alongside your students and re-examine processes. Learning by doing. It's an excellent by-product - a wonderfully harmonious, serendipitous result.
Learning how to sing well, and with confidence is not a journey you can embark upon with impatience. It IS going to take time, especially if (as I am) you're invested in the longevity of the voice you already have.
Remember that the JOY is IN the journey, every step of the way, exploring the twists and turns - joining the dots as you go if you like.
What's in the video above... Posture, breath and support: go with the flow
The skill of singing well lies in patience, in practising little and often and with focus - and with great guidance or mentoring. A further secret also lies in appreciating what the body naturally wants and is equipped to do and by not ...
Technique Tuesday: Alexander Technique Directions
Technique Tuesday: âFâacts
In 2018, I led singers who belong to Virtually Vocalise on a light-hearted journey through the alphabet, relating each letter to an aspect of vocal technique. When I originally put the A-Z together in 2013 it was more of a personal teaching challenge, a bit of a brain-teaser, a test of my knowledge and wit. Here, I talked about letter âFâ....
This new infographic shares a beautiful synergy with last weekâs blog post, âEâxpiration and before that âDâiaphragm - and I can divulge that its accompanying teaching video (for VV members) will provide a harmonious segue into whatâs coming NEXT week as we consider letter âGâ. Hold that thought.
Right now, for letter âFâ we, as singers, are thinking about freeing the neck. And by releasing the jaw, lengthening the spine etc., we are also considering some of the principles of Alexander Technique logic.Â
One snippet that continues to hold my affection, is this lovely, simple recipe from Mark Josefsbergabout th
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Voice-works Study: July 2025
 A study weekend is ideal for singers who enjoy a hands-on, exploratory approach to learning. With a maximum of six participants, everyone will receive focused guidance and the space to experiment freely. Click the button for all the lovely details!
Singing Basics Guide
Getting to grips with or making improvements to your singing and the methods to achieve progress are all far easier and more accessible than you think.Â
