I’ve been writing this blog for 18 years, a total of 994 posts. It’s one of the few things that I’ve ever stuck at.
It can be hard to stick at something for long periods. Let’s look at how commitment, motivation and persistence interact.
I’ve been writing this blog for 18 years, a total of 994 posts. It’s one of the few things that I’ve ever stuck at.
It can be hard to stick at something for long periods. Let’s look at how commitment, motivation and persistence interact.
Most of us take bookings for our choirs, concerts and workshops on a first come, first served basis.
But is that the fairest and most effective system? Let’s look in more detail.
Some of us are lucky and sell out our concert, or have to close our choir to new members.
It’s a nice problem to have, but I hate turning people away, so are there alternatives?
I’m not technical when it comes to singing and use lots of visual imagery in my teaching.
But does it help or can it be confusing?
We all like to think our choirs are friendly spaces where everyone is equally welcome.
But being in a choir can bring back all sorts of memories of our time at school. All the things we found difficult as children can come back to haunt us.
I don’t often get the chance to be a punter. But this week I went on a two-day voice and movement course and loved it.
It was great to be on the receiving end for a change, and I learnt a lot about what it’s like to be a singer in a group
Some people believe that singers can either hit the right note or they can't. That's why many choirs audition before you can join.
But like any physical skill — playing the violin or scoring goals, for example — it's something that can be learnt.