If you are a singer thinking about sitting a Rockschool exam soon you might be wondering what to expect on a Rockschool singing exam.  Rockschool exams are a great way to give your singing skills a clear direction and to learn all the tools you need to be a complete vocalist. From grades 1 through […]

We have all heard that adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep. If you are wondering how sleep affects your singing voice, you have to consider other factors. The reality is that your voice will be affected not only by the amount of sleep you get, but also by the quality of it.   […]

In today’s article I want to talk about something singers usually leave to the last minute! I want to share with you today how to memorise song lyrics for singers and why it is important. If you thought that learning to sing was just about learning some funny warm ups, I have bad news for […]

The topic of how to have fun in your singing practice is necessary to unleash your creativity and to find your own style. Some days ago I started thinking that it has been a while since the last time I played a game. I started worrying that I was not having enough playing time, something […]

It can seem a bit overwhelming trying to find time to practice your singing when you have no time at all.  A while ago I published an article named “How to find time to practice singing when you are a super busy person”, and today I would like to talk a bit more about the […]

A couple of weeks ago we had a music night with my adult private students. At Auckland Singing School, we work hard to ensure the performances happen in a comfortable and non-judgemental environment. This requires training in some aspects such as singing mindset skills. Sharing our voices with the world can be a scary experience […]

When we train as singers, adopting the right mindset for singing can help you achieve your goals and enjoy the process. Have you heard about the concepts of growth mindset versus fixed mindset? Some months ago I came across a book called Mindset, by author Carol Dweck. I was really happy to finally see summarized […]

There are things we train when we study singing that are quite obvious: pitch, voice tone, voice range, voice flexibility, repertoire, etc. But there are other things we train when we study singing that are not as obvious.  Singing is not like any other instrument.  Amongst its many particularities, there is one that changes the […]

There are 3 common singing misconceptions that most people fall victim to when they try to sing without professional instruction. Well, there are many more, but these 3 common singing misconceptions are something I hear nearly every day. I’m sure you have heard them too!  The reason why I want to share this information is […]

If you have signed up for singing tuition you might be wondering what to expect in your first singing lesson. If you are nervous about it, let me tell you something: nearly everyone is nervous at their first singing lesson! Regardless of how confident you are with your voice. The truth is that you are […]