I sing. I'm studying and getting pretty good.

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5. I've had success with concentrating on the technicsl

Aspects of the song, and repetition. Sometimes I’ll pinch my hand or hold something. What song is it?

I’m glad you’re doing well and enjoying the lessons. Solfeg is not my favorite thing, but it can really help with sight reading. My high school director would pick out a few stanzas from the solfegio reader and we’d do them before each rehearsal.

I just told our Director last night that I’m interested in a solo or duet for Christmas. He said he’s going to start pointing to people next week. He knows me well so I’m hoping he considers my breath control challenge when assigning one.

Best of luck on the audition!

Oh, and crying with emotional songs is why I don’t sing a funerals. I have done a few weddings though. Also, if it’s in a foreign language, it helps!