May 7, 2021 | Singing and Self Blog, The Disowned (Singing) Self
Photo Kimberly Barber, February 14, 2021 As I consider the end of the academic year and all that I’ve learned and experienced, I am reminded to practice what I preach. I’m preparing some conference presentations that are culminations of what I’ve...Apr 23, 2021 | Singing and Self Blog
As this academic year draws to a close–a year like no other, it must be stated–I’m contemplating what grounds and connects us as humans and as singers. My students are preparing their final projects, demonstrating the incredible growth they have all...Apr 2, 2021 | Singing and Self Blog
I began today with a feeling of fresh, new beginnings. Or perhaps more aptly, I could say that I have the sense of hope that comes with the realization that I don’t need to reinvent myself at all, but in fact could simply fully be what I am. I’ve been...Mar 26, 2021 | Singing and Self Blog
The blackbirds are back. They’re one of the real harbingers of spring, their trilling song reminding us of long, lazy summer days ahead. As many of us are, I’m prompted lately to reflect back upon the year that is just past, now just over a year since The...Mar 12, 2021 | Singing and Self Blog
Shine your own light Singing is self-expression in its fullest manifestation. We make complex vocalizations to communicate meaning, emotion and state of being. As a classically trained singer, however, I can sometimes get far too prescriptive about the sounds I am...