As I get ready to close out another term here at Piano and Voice with Brenda, I always like to take some time to reflect on all of the accomplishments, memories and lessons learned. In this post I’m going to share some reflections on the End of year 2022-2023 and some of the highlights. The …
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Why do singers need piano skills?
After 20 years of teaching hundreds of singers how to efficiently play piano, I STILL get asked this questions all the time: Why do singers need piano skills? In this article and video, I will share with you my TOP 5 incredibly compelling reasons why every singer should play some piano. Anyone who knows me …
Solfege Practice – Melodic Minor Scale
This post will take you through how to sing the Melodic Minor Scale in Solfege using the Kodaly hand signs. I dive deep into all things solfege in The Ultimate Guide to Solfege. Check it out! Solfege is a powerful tool that is often used for singers, but is amazing for musicians of any level. Solfege helps …
Solfege Practice – Harmonic Minor Scale
This video will take you through an easy Solfege practice in harmonic minor. Solfege is a powerful tool that is often used for singers, but is amazing for musicians of any level. Solfege helps you to build strong ears so you can hear and imagine pitch better. This is not only a pathway to better ear …
Solfege Practice – Chromatic Solfege Scale (Descending)
In this video, we will sing the CHROMATIC SOLFEGE SCALE DESCENDING. I will take you through an effective method to break down this challenging scale so you can sing it perfectly in tune every time. Last week, I broke down how to sing the chromatic solfege scale ascending (going up). Watch it here. Solfege is a …
Don’t break the chain – Practice Tracker
I am all about productivity hacks and tips that help me to stay on task and help me get more done in less time. As a homeschooling mom and small business owner, efficiency is compulsory. That’s why I love the productivity tool called “Don’t break the chain.” (You can also download my custom “Don’t …