I think about this concept all the time. How do people come to do what they do with their lives? How do we decide when there is an endless amount of possibilities. But when I saw this video by Steven Spielberg I realized he is right. Sometimes we have to remember to Listen...it will come to us.
The hardest thing is to listen. What a great time to listen as we have been given the time to slow down and think. I'm going to tell you a story. Kirsten always knew what she wanted to be. Being a Drama Teacher is something she knew in the 5th grade. She realized at a very young age that there was no other occupation that would make her happier and most days that is true :D She felt the pull, she listened and ultimately that is what she became. The sense of accomplishment on graduation day from BYU was an incredible feeling, one she will remember almost as clearly as the moment she got her first job as a Drama Teacher. Travis didn't always know. Travis took a long time to figure out what he wanted to do. He found himself in endless jobs that didn't fulfill him and didn't recharge his battery. In fact he found that he was being drained by these jobs that didn't speak to him. One day Travis decided to finally listen to the little voice. The one that said, hey this is what you need to do. We then decided to really start this business and to really make Travis' dream come true and you will never guess how happy Travis is now! He feels fulfilled and all of his students recharge his battery every day. He feels like finally he is living his dream. Let us help you accomplish YOUR dream. Whatever that may be! If you feel that pull or urge to do something, DO IT! Even if its not a career change but even just learning something new. Current students...thank you for allowing us to be apart of your dream journey. We enjoy it more than we can say.
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Wow! Its been awhile since I have made a blog post! Sorry about that. These are crazy times we live in right?! With so many things going on and being stuck at home, I am finding that I am listening to music much more than I normally did in my average day. I also know that I am being drawn to certain music depending on how im feeling. The music I choose, usually matches that mood. I was curious as to why and I found this study.
https://www.classicfm.com/music-news/why-does-music-make-us-feel-emotions/?fbclid=IwAR069j7VFVDwEQr7n7V7v5Yno-MlG_9VpurItZHE9WfrPULp_HpqX_nTfIg They explore why we feel things while listening to music, even if it is a new piece of music. They found its the contrast that pulls us in and stimulates our brain. At the end of the article it says... “From a therapy perspective, music is a really good tool to induce emotion and engage a better mood,” one of the researchers, Assal Habibi, tells Neuroscience News. “Using this research, we can design musical stimuli for therapy in depression and other mood disorders. It also helps us understand how emotions are processed in the brain.” As we find ourselves in this strange experience, remember to use music to keep your spirits high. Find music that uplifts and makes you feel good. Let music lead you to your happy places when we are living in these uncertain times. Good luck, Stay healthy, and let us know if there is anything you need from us! We are here to help you!! A fun place to listen and share your love of singing is a group called Coronavirus Quarantine Karaoke Party. If you want to join, let us know, we will throw you an invite!! Dont forget to tag us to get in on March's Promotion!
This video was really inspiring to me. Her "failure" quote or the thing that made her feel like she had lost her shot, is the thing that needed to happen to open the next door! What an amazing example of one door closing and another door opening. If we stay open and connected, opportunities for us will arise. Always look to the positive and find the next opportunity that awaits you!
Are you sick of the same songs being sung at auditions? Maybe just need a new song to sing or a new song to try? Here is a some great ideas to help you!!
As I was browsing the web this week, I came across this article. I was really moved by what she said. She had some great insight and some really good thoughts! "Acting is tough. The hardest part of it is the fact that you’re not going to get every role you want, no matter how badly you want it or how perfect you think you are for it. They say you’ve got to have a thick skin in this business- you have to be prepared to be rejected. But instead of telling you how to deal with rejection, all everyone keeps saying is “something better is coming”, “one door closes, another one opens”, “it’s their loss”, “everything happens for a reason” etc. Those sentiments are all well and good, but none of them have ever actually made me feel better when I wasn’t cast in a show I had my heart set on."
We have all been there! And even if your not an "Actor" as a performer, we have all felt that rejection. It's hard. It sucks. Why do we keep doing it? Because we love it! We can't get enough of it! Which brings me to how Erin ended her blog. "So before you send that angry email or post on facebook about how horrible a director is for not casting you, try to consider the future. Burning bridges is a good way to destroy your reputation as a performer and is not worth it for a show that will come around somewhere else in another year or two. There will always be opportunities as long as you allow yourself to be open to them and wait for the right ones to come along. Break lots of legs out there, and never forget to have fun and enjoy sharing your passion with the world." If you love it THAT MUCH don't ruin your chances by not stopping the impulse to overshare on facebook or sending that email. You got this! Remember we are here for all of you! So if you need some love, understanding and someone to talk to about rejection, we are your people!! Come talk to us and get it off your chest so you can move onto your next big project or opportunity!
Many of you may have been born with a natural rhythm. You can feel it, it's always been a part of you and you know it without having to think about it. Many others have to really think about Rhythm and learn to feel it in their body. It's something that is very important to learn while you are studying your voice. Once you know the rhythm you can then play with ways to break it. This video is a very interesting exploration of how to visualize rhythm in a different way then just the notation in a sheet of music. Check it out!!
As we start this new year, its a natural time to reestablish our goals and our motivations. As we start to think about what we want to improve, I thought this was a great quote. Learning and continuing to be passionate about learning is where you will find joy in the growth you can have. Good luck this new year and let's gain a passion for learning and new growth this year together!
As we are about to start a new year, and even a new decade, it's always a good time to reflect on what things we are doing well and what are areas we want to change. It's also a great time to set new goals, new life ambitions and to strive to do our very best. I came across this video today about this motivational speaker who found 5 habits of success. I think they are good advice to continue to strive for every day. Don't forget as we enter the new year to find new things you want to work for. If you are interested in taking lessons, now is a great time to start! Come check it out, even if it's one lesson. We have Voice lessons, Acting coaching sessions, audition preps! We are here to help you be successful! Let us help you achieve those goals this year in 2020!! https://www.andersonvocal.com/contact.html This week I found this blog post about all the things you gain by learning music. This post was written by Megan, piano teacher and author of Pianissimo: A Very Piano Blog. Visit her website for more piano related blogs for teachers, parents, students, and all things piano.
1. Seeing the Big Picture Wait, how is seeing the big picture a skill? Well, there is a saying is that is especially true for learning music. The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit. Learning to play an instrument doesn’t happen overnight. Many musicians dedicate years to mastering their instrument. Finding satisfaction in the process of learning helps musicians to keep their eye on the prize while still enjoying the present moment, including all of the challenges that come along with learning music. This may mean delayed gratification, but as you’ll learn through music, it’s well worth the wait. Seeing the big picture is a life skill you’ll find is beneficial in many other situations. Whether it’s applying for jobs, getting your degree, shopping for a new home, or tackling parenthood for the first time, a lot of good things require a process. Learning to enjoy that process can make life far more enjoyable! 2. Time Management It is impossible to cram when you’re learning music. You can’t figure it out right before your lesson or just before a performance. Music takes a lot of time to settle into your brain and your hands or voice. Understanding the timeline needed to learn music is a great way to practice time management skills. As you’re learning new music, you have to consider how long it might take to learn it, when you plan to carve out the time to practice, and how to best use your practice time. You’ll probably need to use this same thought process to plan out other large-scale projects or responsibilities that you take on. 3. Perseverance Learning an instrument can be frustrating, both physically and mentally. Whether you’re a guitarist playing through sore fingertips or a vocalist who just can’t get to that high note, it can be easy to want to give up. It takes a special skill to stick with something even though you know it will be difficult or it may not always be fun. Life presents us with so many other tasks that aren’t necessarily enjoyable or pleasant but often, we just have to get them done. The perseverance you learn through learning music will help you look at the big picture, and see why pushing through can be incredibly rewarding. 4. Problem Solving Music doesn’t always have a clear-cut answer. You may be having difficulty interpreting the score, executing a difficult technical passage, or finding motivation. You will learn that there are plenty of opportunities to find creative and unique solutions to the issues you’re facing. You may need to ask a teacher or expert, watch a tutorial, do some research or consult with a friend. The problem-solving situations you encounter with your music will help you when you face obstacles in your life. You’ll regularly be practicing how to think creatively and use your resources. 5. Creativity Music is a wonderful way to express yourself creatively. The way you approach and interpret your music is unique to you. It helps mold you into an individual and creative thinker. This creativity is something that will shine out in other areas of your life as well. 6. Thinking On The Spot Music requires you to make many split-second decisions over and over. It forces you to think quickly on your toes. Over time, you can become very quick at reacting to small mistakes, surprises in the music, and unexpected outcomes. As we all know too well, life has a way of throwing us curveballs from time to time. Being able to process quickly and come up with a solution, even if it’s only temporary, can help you to compartmentalize and deal with situations head-on. 7. Patience (Practicing) music over and over again to perfect the smallest details is a wonderful way to cultivate patience. It’s tempting to want to gloss over all of the little things in music and play what seems easy. But when you spend time mastering the details, you see the best results. Practicing this kind of patience is a great lesson to bring into your everyday life. It’s worth it to do things the right way, even if it means it’s not as easy. 8. Communication and Collaboration Music is a fantastic way to communicate with others. Not only do you have to learn to communicate about your music, but you also learn to communicate through music. In addition, you’ll probably encounter many musicians on your musical journey in which you’ll want to collaborate with. You might be in an ensemble or choir, or you might be an aspiring songwriter. Communicating with your music teacher, collaborating with fellow musicians, and sending a musical message to your listeners all require different strategies. These strategies will be helpful in your relationships at school, jobs, and other social situations. 9. Taking on Responsibility Believe it or not, there is more than just practice responsibilities for musicians...being a musician can be busy. And though we’d wish it if we could, life doesn’t seem to pause for any of it. Being a musician teaches you how to take on many responsibilities, wear several hats, and perform under pressure. Learning how to deal with your responsibilities in the music world will carry over into many other aspects of your life as well. 10. Coping and Stress Management Many musicians discover that practicing music becomes a helpful outlet when dealing with stress and other difficult situations. Playing music can be very therapeutic. Having the option to cope through music is a valuable tool that can help balance out many of life’s challenges. We hope you can now see why all those hours of practice can be worth so much more than just having the perfect performance. Music impacts you in so many ways, and these are just a few of them! Thank you to Megan for sharing this expertise with us! This post was written by Megan, piano teacher and author of Pianissimo: A Very Piano Blog. Visit her website for more piano related blogs for teachers, parents, students, and all things piano. As we enter into this Holiday season, gifts have been on my mind. All the different gifts to give and what else I need to buy. As I saw this quote, it made me stop and re-reflect on life and the purpose for why we are here. Pablo Picasso I think states it perfectly, Our purpose is to give it away. Find that gift that you have and use it. Make this world a better place by sharing what you have been given. Let us here at Anderson Vocal help you craft your gift so that you feel more confident, more prepared and ready to give it away to everyone and anyone who will benefit from hearing or seeing you.
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