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Stress and fatigue
Feel like a flower in a storm? You're not alone. A vocal coach of mine from the upper-echelon of performing artists told me a long time ago that a big career is an ordeal. At the time I was much younger than I am now and I couldn't quite understand what he meant. Now I do. To be honest, I wouldn't be able to pretend that I have had a "big" career as a classical singer. I have chosen a long career over a big career, and I have heard and been a part of some absolutely great pr
Paul Kirby
2 days ago4 min read


Whole body support and tensegrity
Breath support for singing and speaking (or for playing any instrument for that matter) is a highly discussed (argued...) topic. Ask 10 different voice professionals and you will probably get 10 different answers. Belly breathing, back breathing, push out, push in, squeeze your glutes together as if you were trying to hold a coin down there...I have heard it all! Tensegrity is a principle that we talk about in the Timani Method which is borrowed from architecture. Buckminste
Paul Kirby
6 days ago2 min read


Maximizing Your Vocal Progress for Peak Performance
Improving your voice takes more than just practice. It requires a clear plan to build on your progress and reach your full potential. Whether you are a singer, speaker, or actor, understanding how to maximize your vocal development can help you perform at your best consistently. This post explores practical ways to track, enhance, and maintain your vocal progress so you can achieve peak performance. Focused vocal practice session Understand Your Starting Point Before you can
Paul Kirby
Feb 53 min read
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