I’ve struggled to use the word “embodiment” in my work for a while now because it hasn’t felt authentic to the work I do.  There’s a sense of fluidity that’s open to interpretation, vagueness perhaps, even an element of spirituality.  But our bodies aren’t an idea or feeling looking to be defined.  They are always there and we are always in our bodies!  The problem is that we are not always in dialogue with our bodies.

Do male singers use their pelvic floor differently than female singers? And how does this influence vocal pedagogy? This came up in conversation recently and I wanted to address it formally. For the context of this piece I’m defining male and female as it’s commonly understood in terms of anatomical differences, but there are many more nuances beyond what is physiologically visible. 

As you might be aware, I gave a recital a few weeks ago. This was my first time on stage in almost 10 years and, as you can imagine, it was ALL the feels, but I’m finally able to focus on some of the takeaways from this experience. For so many years I really disliked listening to my singing. It felt like every time I went to listen all I heard was what I did wrong. A note that wasn’t 100%, a phrase that didn’t land, a rushed breath, a missed opportunity.

3 weeks until my UNICEF benefit concert. In case you're wondering how I'm feeling about the coming performance....

Hear the inspiration behind my new recital Echoes of Innocence.

Welcome to March! The beginning of this month has given me an absolute walloping… I’ve been sick for weeks now and still don’t feel like...

Controversial opinion:  Singers sing too much. “But that’s my job!” Yes, but you don’t only sing when you’re getting paid, do you? You...