Scratch Vocal Tracks
This approach to recording is also a good approach to music-making in general.
Rehearsal Technique
Rehearse Like A Recording Session
Singers behave differently in a recording session.
Silent Rehearsal
Just because your ensemble is defined by singing doesn’t mean you have to be singing when you rehearse.
Like Your Last Ever Phrase
Here’s some perspective.
Surprise!
Sometimes the comfortable pace isn’t what serves your students best.
Crackle
I want to feel the rhythmic energy crackling.
Have An Opinion
I love exploring musical interpretation with students.
Remember What You Know
First rehearsal after break. One directive.
More Overlap Than You Think
How much overlap is there between technique for bel canto singing and technique for jazz singing?
Route or Terrain
Sometimes I have a detailed plan for rehearsal. Other times, I just have a good sense of the map.