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The Creative Thread
Now that I’ve finished the book I’m turning back to the source — creativity is what it’s all about. Taking the time to delve a little deeper, and to have faith in my own courses of creative action. So that might be singing, playing guitar, banjo, drums, drawing or painting, or writing. These are the things I’m interested in now.
I used to feel so conflicted — like I had to choose. Silly. I […]
Published my Book!!!!!!!!!!!
Yes Indeed! For the last 5 years I’ve work, work, worked on my book, “The Fear of Singing Breakthrough Program: Learn to Sing Even if You Think You Can’t Carry a Tune!” and now it is completed, finished, done! I can do other things now (like publicize my book), and I’m feeling freeeeeee! Wheeeee!
You can purchase it on Amazon, while I hang out and practice my banjo, draw pictures, and watch […]
SS–SS–SS–SSSSssss… Supporting Your Voice with Your Breath
Here’s a quick singing tip that will help singers of all experience levels! I do this simple exercise with all my students because it’s the easiest, most effective way I know of to learn diaphragmatic breathing. When we connect the power of our breath to our voice, singing instantly becomes more fun and natural.
Why don’t you try this simple singing tip yourself and see?
Non-singers often have the natural stress reaction of holding their breath when singing, and therefore over-strain their throats. Being […]
What’s Your Singing Story?
Want more free singing tips? Download my ebook: 6 Easy & Fun Tips for “Non-Singers” Who Wish They Could Sing!”
“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough […]
2-Year Old Sings the Blues – 2
Is this not the coolest thing ever? This is a real honest to God, heartfelt, blues improv, by a 2-year old!
The value of listening and responding unselfconciously – this is what we learn to do at Music for People, a fantastic organization devoted to improvising music. The guidebook for the program is called Return to Child. How cool to sing so unselfconsciously! And to be able to connect so clearly to what we are hearing!
The kid has a […]
Bobby McFerrin Blows Me Away
Can you see how amazing it is what Bobby McFerrin is doing here? From his totally centered place in the middle of thousands of people, he is invites everybody to play with him. He doesn’t ask them if they can – he assumes they can – and of course they can! By sharing his own soulful music and using simple modelling and gestures, he invites everybody in with barely any words.
The only time he speaks is to say “don’t clap”. Clapping can […]
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What People Are Saying —
“I just want to let you know how much I am enjoying the singing lessons. I haven’t had this much pure fun since I was in the third grade. It really is liberating for an old codger like me to just cut loose and make joyful noise like I did back then.”
– Brian, Adult Singing Student
“As a private lesson student with Nancy, with a lot of fear of singing, I found after just one session my confidence grow. I attended a birthday party, and when the candles on the cake were lit, I immediately led the crowd in singing “Happy Birthday”! You have no idea what a big step this was for me!”
– Melanie, Workshop Participant and Private Student
“My mother, Charmian, called me this morning pretty euphoric. She said that she “finally felt free”. That she’d thought all her life that she was only capable of making a croaking sound but, instead, had heard herself sing one high note and one note in the middle that was really a tone. She’s always had fifth chakra issues, sore throats, laryngitis, power speaking, etc. This week, when she goes to her meditation meeting, she’ll join in the ‘oohming’ part for the first time.
She said that the workshop ‘changed her life’ after 94 years of being shut down/out.
This was an enormous breakthrough for her. Your program was so well structured and led with such enthusiasm and joy. Congratulations to you. What a gift for everyone there.” With gratitude,”
– Cathy (Daughter of 94 year old workshop participant!)
“The lessons made me feel a lot more comfortable with my voice, and singing in front of people. Also, I think that I’m better at staying on pitch, and getting the pitch right the first time. Plus lessons were just a lot of fun! I really enjoyed them! Thank you again. Hope to see you next summer!“
– Ruth, Teenage Singing Student
“It surprised me how easy it was most of the time, to let go and just sing and make sounds. One thing I really like about Nancy’s teaching is that she brings a straight forward can-do energy to the group, allowing for fears and nervousness but not focusing on those.”
– Workshop Participant