What's the Deal with Vocal Warm-ups?
What kind of vocal warmups are best, how many, and why? Voice teacher Ellen Allen shares some advice!
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Ellen Allen
Apr 4, 20213 min read
Five Ways to Level-Up Your Voice Lessons
If you've taken private music lessons before, you're probably aware of the basic elements that are required for progress. Showing up...
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Ellen Allen
Mar 4, 20213 min read
The Singer's Toolbox: 5 Must-Haves for Happy Practicing
When it comes to developing a practice routine, it's all about finding what works for YOU. Sure, your teacher tells you want to practice...
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Ellen Allen
Sep 8, 20202 min read
Back-to-School, Back-to-Practicing!
While the start of this school year is undoubtedly unlike any other, there are still elements of our back-to-school routines that we find...
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Ellen Allen
Aug 11, 20202 min read
How to Maximize Your Vocal Warmups, Part 2
In my last post, I talked about the basic structure of a vocal warm-up: how you should start, what you should focus on first, and how to...
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Ellen Allen
Jul 28, 20204 min read
How to Maximize Your Vocal Warm-up, Part 1
Virtually any singer will tell you that vocal warm-ups are important. Ask them why, and - particularly less experienced singers - will...
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Ellen Allen
Jun 29, 20206 min read
How To Sight-Read Like a Pro
Do you like to sight-read? LOL, right? Well, some people do. *Meekly raises hand* Why do so many singers dread sight-reading? Oh, so...
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Ellen Allen
Apr 11, 20203 min read
Six Tips for Mindful Practicing
Mindful singing means being aware of and responding to the workings of your instrument. Here are some tips for more mindful practicing.
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Ellen Allen
Mar 31, 20203 min read
#SocialDistantSing: The Importance of the Arts During COVID-19
The arts are vitally important, especially in a time of crisis. I hope we can remember this even after the world has returned to "normal."
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Ellen Allen
Jan 27, 20204 min read
Three Steps for Memorizing Music
Memorizing music can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be! You just need a roadmap and some strategies!
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Ellen Allen
Jan 21, 20204 min read
Five Steps For Learning New Songs
Below, I outline a basic music-learning system that can be employed for most musical theater pieces, as well as pieces in other genres.
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