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Here’s where I get to post some of the interviews I’ve done with celeb’s, news about my students, and some of my own tutorials on singing. Enjoy!
Susan interviews Liz Callaway and Tommy Tune!
I did a series of interviews for StageBuddy.com called “The Broadway Confessional” in which I had the joy of interviewing top celebrities of Broadway. In this video, I interviewed 10 time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune! What hasn’t this guy done??? Wheth …
Yes, even you can learn to sing !!
I recently received this post from 12 year old Sabrina and I wanted to take a minute to respond to her and all those who think they might want to try singing but think they couldn’t possibly be good enough. hi im only 12 and im trying to save up money …
A quick word on auditioning for talent shows…
A few of my students are venturing into the realm of the TV talent show. This is not an easy task. You have to stand in line for hours just to get a ticket to be allowed the privilege of singing in front of some producers who then decide if you make th …
Master Class Fun
If you have been wondering if it would be a good idea to take a master class or workshop, then I say yes. I had the opportunity to attend a master class on auditioning. It was amazingly helpful. I was an observer so I did not perform a piece myself, …
You are the instrument!
Recently, one of my younger students asked why she had to stretch and do vocal warm-ups before she sang. I explained to her that she is the instrument. That we stretch our body to get it loose and relaxed so we can sing freely. Then we practice breathi …
Make time to exercise your voice
Trust me, you can always make time if you really want something. A trick I learned is to treat vocal exercises like you would an appointment. Sit with your calendar and make an appointment with yourself for a 1/2 hour. Do this for 4 days out of the …
Stage Fright Blues
I am sure you have heard many stories of people throwing up, passing out or choking on stage. Don’t worry, this is a very rare occurrence. If you do happen to be one of those people who gets extremely nervous before performing, don’t eat before you sin …
The school of Fame
It’s that time of year when the performing arts schools are having their auditions. If your child has decided that they want to audition then please take a moment and breathe. There will be hundreds of kids auditioning for a few spots so here are some …
The Audition Song
Don’t wait until the last minute to figure out an audition song. You want to feel prepared and ready, not underprepared and anxious. Auditions are stressful enough without having to worry about remembering a song you learned the night before. Be pre …
Your audition song …making it interesting!
So you have a great audition song but it seems boring or maybe you just aren’t sure what to do to be more then just another pretty voice. Here are a few tips to help make your song and you stand out. Try looking at your song as a monologue. Say the wo …
Don’t wait to start singing…
I have had several students ask me the same question. How long will it take me to be a great singer. This is a very difficult question to answer because of so many variables. First of all there is no magic timetable no matter who you are. Maybe you are …
Vocal Lessons for Children
I have been asked if it is safe for children to take vocal lessons. There are a lot of different ideas on that question. My personal philosophy is that it is okay if you do it in the proper way. If a child is under 12 you don’t want to do heavy exercis …
The Tale of Two Voices
I have gotten some questions about the dilemma of having a chest voice and a head voice but no blend in between the two. It almost sounds like two different voices coming from the same person. The problem is we are one person and we want to sound like …
Making a song your own
Recently a student asked how to make a song their own. They didn’t want to sound like they were just imitating or sounding like a karaoke version of the original. This can be tricky when you are first learning to sing. So I will give some basic ideas a …
Singing with Vibrato
So my latest question from a student was about vibrato. We were on our second lesson and he wanted to know how to create vibrato in his voice. I am of the mind that vibrato comes from singing naturally and freely and with proper support. I am not a bel …
DON’T STOP TOO SOON !!
I want to have a small discussion (with myself unless you would like to participate by commenting after you read). I have had a few students lately who have come to me with very good basic singing skills. The kind of student that is told, “you should …
Susan interviews Tony Winner Laura Osnes & Max von Essen
I did a series of interviews for StageBuddy.com called “The Broadway Confessional” in which I had the joy of interviewing top celebrities of Broadway. In this video, I interviewed Tony Award winner Laura Osnes, who was “Cinderella” on B’way, plus lead …
Angelina Lavo – On the Charts!
Her song “Lets Fall In Love” debut on the charts at #44 and hit #3 on Billboards breakout chart! My student Angelina is a really hard worker. Even though she has major production teams working with her, she is consistently vocalizing and doing her brea …
Caterina’s new music video
My student, Caterina J, is a singer-songwriter who also has also been leading lady in feature films and is signed with New York Models. I’m very proud to work with her on her voice and see her advancing her career. Buy her music on Itunes! https://www. …
Kaylyn Marie – On TV!
My student, Kaylyn, made it to Hollywood week on American Idol! You can check out her artist page to find out about her and her recently released EP: <a href=”kaylynmariemusic.com