Experienced singers wake up on the day of the performance with a plan. They’ve done their homework, know their bodies’ responses to stress and nerves, and have taken steps to ensure their success. With the groundwork laid, there’s no question that the show will go off without a hitch. But, how did they get this...
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Voice Types
Have you ever wondered about your vocal range? Maybe you’ve seen charts like this one or this one, and wondered where your own voice lines up. And, once you know what your range is, how do you decide what songs will fit your voice? Let’s unpack some basic ideas relating to range and registration to...
Singing: First Steps
Becoming a singer can feel like a big goal. And, it is! But like any challenge, breaking it down into smaller steps will help you along your way. Follow this roadmap to make your action plan for success: 1. Create your vision of your Goal: Who? What? How? Visualize the singer you want to be,...
The Talent Myth
tal·ent /ˈtalənt/ noun 1. natural aptitude or skill. “he possesses more talent than any other singer” Well, folks, I’m sure a lot of you have talent– and that’s great! But, all that means is that you got your foot in the door. Now, it’s up to you to make something of it. Take your natural...
Plan to Succeed
If you’ve ever tackled a big project before, you know that a step-by-step plan can really save the day. From home repair to balancing your budget, focusing only on the end result could leave you feeling like you don’t know where to start. Grab your big ideas head-on by breaking big goals down into smaller...
Masterclass: August 2020
Cardon Studios’ LIVE Virtual Masterclass series is designed to help in two special ways: Performers can gain valuable experience getting in front of a live audience, plus extra feedback from a teacher besides their primary instructor! Students who tune in just to watch can get a birds-eye view of their peers tackling some of the...
Breathe: A Primer for Singers
It’s difficult to overstate how important breathing is to the process of singing (or speaking!). But, if we break the action of singing down to its simplest components, it is a function of just two pillars: controlled intake and release of breath, coupled with carefully shaping the vocal tract based on the desired effects. By...
2016 Summer Showcase
Student Showcases provide an awesome benchmark to help our teachers plan their instruction, and also give our students a wonderful sense of pride in their accomplishments. We’re so impressed each and every time with the bravery, poise, artistry, and passion that our students bring to the stage. The Summer 2016 Showcases were no exception! From...
August 2016 Improvements
As a small music school, we love the flexibility we have to customize lessons to our students’ needs. Where a larger organization isn’t able to adapt and make changes as easily, we thrive by listening to what our students need. During our 2016 ‘Spring Cleaning’, our staff has made some determinations about improvements we can...
2016 Winter Showcase
Wow! The best part of our recitals is seeing students reach new heights. Isn’t it amazing what you can do? Keep up the hard work, students– there’s no limit to what you can achieve with a little determination… and we love seeing you succeed! Our showcases feature students of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of...