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PRACTICING OR REHARSING

I often can’t resist a particular question when someone tells me they’ve been rehearsing again. My focused, goal-oriented, and somewhat efficiency-driven self would really like to know if there’s a specific, concrete intention behind this action. Not to evaluate the situation, because as long as I’m not directly involved or asked for support, it’s not

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THE STRUCTURED SIDE OF CREATIVITY

Creativity has nothing to do with chaos. What for some immediately means freedom and spontaneity sounds to me somehow like fatalism, luck, and chance. Very beautiful and romantic things, but I wouldn’t want to leave their future development to them. So it’s better to plan, because you can’t really force anything, stress being one of

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 SONGS ARE LIKE CUSTOM MADE CLOTHES

What do songs and custom-made clothes have in common? They’re tailored specifically to highlight individual qualities, fitting perfectly without any need to force or conform. Just like a dreamy piece of clothing: a charming color that complements our complexion, comfortable fabric, and soft seams. It allows for free movement and comfort, much like choosing the

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SELF REFLECTION MAKES MELODIOUS

Searching for constructive feedback on vocal performances, it is easy to get distracted by various well-intentioned but unprofessional opinions. While a choir director can provide qualified feedback when needed, vocalists often find themselves alongside instrumentalists outside of such specific environments – talented musicians, but not necessarily vocal specialists. Even if other singers are present who

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TEACHING TO SING: BALANCING ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS AND ARTISTRY

When it comes to vocal coaching, there are no traditional leadership responsibilities unless one is managing a private music school. Instead of managing teams or employees, the focus is often on artistic guidance and personal mentoring. A vocal coach’s artistic direction reflects personal experiences and the musical genres that inspire them. Before training begins, it

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