Finding your way after a singing break
January and early February can feel oddly suspended for singers. The year has begun, but the direction is not always clear. Many people return to their music after a concentrated period of activity, or after time away over Christmas, and find themselves unsure of the next sensible step.
After a focused period of singing, it is rarely helpful to rush straight into new repertoire or set immediate goals. More often, there is a quieter phase where ideas settle, choices begin to surface, and a sense of direction gradually forms. This is not lost time. It is where thoughtful planning begins.
One of the most underestimated aspects of singing development is what happens between events. Once the intensity of shared work has passed, the real task is deciding how to carry that experience forward in a way that fits your life, your energy, and your current level of readiness. That requires honesty rather than ambition.
Preparation matters far more than complexity. It does not matter whether your...
Observers are most welcome!
Love Your Voice 2026 takes place in Winsham, Somerset (UK), on 14–16 March. Bookings for participating singers are now closed, but observer places can be booked right up until each individual workshop day.
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