Sing Like Nobody's Watching
Intro Singing Lesson
Intro to improve your tone, range, clarity, projection, rhythm, tuning, stance, stage presence and body language.
- 1x 45min introduction session for new students
- Sing/perform two songs of your choice
- Learn 5 Vocal Elements
- Apply vocal exercises
Keep in mind, this is not an audition. Perfection is not mandatory š
Type of session:
- private 1-on-1
- in-person
- or virtual (online via webcam)
Discover your true voice and conquer stage fright.
Sensei Carolyn
A dynamic, visionary performer, director, and storyteller, Carolyn Thompsonās passion...
Storytelling
Singing is storytelling. Singers are storytellers.
Listening
Listening is equally as important as singing or speaking. Be teachable!
Dance
To loosen up, dance while you practice your song/speech.
Cold
Have a cold? Drink warm liquids and rest before you perform.
Fix
Listen to yourself. Appreciate the good, fix the bad.
Participate
Participate in open mics, karaokes, spoken word, poetry jams and improv.
Wall
You can only teach yourself so much before you hit a wall.
Mouth
Wanna hit that high note? Try opening your mouth!
Humming
Humming is an excellent vocal warm up.
Don’t Stop
Don’tĀ stop just because you made aĀ mistake.Ā KeepĀ going!
Audience
It’s not about you, its about connecting with the audience.
Learn
Be patient with yourself and you will learn faster.
Goals
StayĀ focusedĀ onĀ yourĀ goals.
Exercise
Exercise/energize hours before you perform. Run, swim, yoga etc.
Drink
Drink water. Stay hydrated!
Mumblers
Mumblers are never taken seriously. Open your mouth and people will listen.
Music
To become a better singer, immerse yourself in music.
Fatigue
To avoid vocal fatigue, warm up hours before your performance.
Sing
SingĀ everyĀ day.
Steam
Practice daily in the shower. The steam helps open up your sinuses.
Stage Fright
Use stage fright to your advantage. The more scared you are, the bigger you should be.
Old
You are never too old to learn to sing.
Smile
When you perform, Smile! If you think you’ll look silly then consider what it looks like when when all you do is frown.
Teachable
BeĀ teachable.
Smiling
Smiling opens the sides of your mouth and helps with projection.
Message
Focus on the message and stage fright becomes less important.
Excuses
It’s better to hit a wrong note than to make excuses.
Talent
Everyone has a talent. Many choose to ignore it.
Relax
Relax, slow down, take your time and don’t rush. Less is more!
Mistakes
No one cares about your mistakes more than you.
Bigger
Bigger is better. Don’t hold back!
Mirror
Practice everyday in front of a full length mirror.
Thinking
If you’re trying to think of what to say next, then you are not listening.