Singing is dangerous! If it isn’t, chances are we are holding onto or controlling the voice in some way.
When singing is truly free and inspired, we can’t be certain how it will come out. AND, almost always, when we sing in this way it is exquisitely beautiful, giving goose bumps or causing the eyes to mist over.
Inspired speaking is also dangerous, and that is why it is one of the greatest fears many people have.
Vocal practice prepares us to dare to take the risk:
- The voice is between the heart and head and paces thoughts and emotions on the wings of the breath. During lessons and practice sessions we release beliefs and feelings that have been holding us back or generating fear. This reduces the possibility that something inappropriate will happen in performance, whether singing, public speaking or in important conversations.
- Vocal practice develops the ability to navigate and eventually quiet the “fight or flight” response. Once we are able to remain calm and lucid, the risk of dropping into inspired communication becomes a joy. We actually long for it!
- Vocal practice develops reliable techniques that enable us to express spontaneous inspirations with eloquence and beauty. We become charismatic.