by chief | Piano, Practice
Today I’m hoping to take the mystery out of piano practice for parents. 1. Your children will need help – Up until about age 11, children need hands-on help with home practice. And even though you yourself may not read music or play the piano, your assistance is...
by Deanna Maio | Singing, Vocal Study
As a singer without any formal vocal training, you would probably have wondered whether to hire a vocal coach to train your singing voice. Well, your procrastination is hurting your singing career. (whatever your goals may be) Just name me any famous singer who never...
by Deanna Maio | Auditions, Singing, Stage Fright
Do you know that even well known professional singers also get stage fright now and then. A bout of terrible stage fright had prevented the great Barbara Streisand from performing live for many years. So you are not alone, aren’t you? In reality, stage fright is...
by Anthony Maio | Practice, Singing
Anyone who has ever sung professionally knows that there is more to a vocal performance than simply walking onstage and belting out a song. A voice is a musical instrument, and it should be treated as such. This means knowing what to do and what not to do to prepare...
