"When I was starting out as a young singer, I never felt like my voice or performance abilities were strong enough to lead the big belty songs I was assigned to sing from our top 40 r&b band's setlist. Songs by legendary acts like Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, After 7 and Chaka Khan swallowed me. I had a good voice but I couldn't figure out how to hit the big "money notes" without straining or cracking my voice so instead I'd switch over to falsetto on parts that were meant to be performed more powerfully. My voice sounded weak. Additionally I lacked showmanship and originality. I wasn't able to express emotion or to share vulnerability to forge deeper connections with my listeners. It felt awkward to address and engage the audience with phrases like, "how's everyone feeling tonight?" the way my more seasoned bandmates did. I couldn't command an audience or direct the band musicians and I wasn't comfortable going off script with the song lyrics or re-arranging melodies on the spot as seasoned professionals did. I was afraid to even move. I'd just do the awkward side step. Before each performance I'd experience stage fright and suddenly I was somehow convinced that something bad would happen. Like what if I trip and fall or forget the lyrics? Often I'd take a cough drop or have an alcohol beverage to calm my nerves right before show time but I later learned that's what made my voice dry and scratchy. Water and confidence was what I needed. Deep inside I knew I was only in that band because I was cute, could carry a tune and because they couldn't find another reliable female vocalist at the time. Thankfully I had great music mentors that showed me the way. I wish I'd also had a voice coach back then but instead I had to rely on my music producers at the time to direct my voice during music recording sessions. It would be years later before I overcame my challenges and grew my confidence and today I'm excited to teach everything I learned to all of you. You don't have to wait for years as I did. We can get started today" - Sallyb.

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ABOUT THIS CLASS

This class is appropriate for teens and adults. While private voice lessons and performance coaching are also available at SingingFlat.com, this weekly class is intended for those that want to practice, exercise vocals (vocal aerobics), build muscle memory or hone previously learned skills while some newbies will join this class to gain new public and studio performance experience in an online Zoom class setting. It's important to note that this class covers a wide range of performance techniques that enhance public speaking and singing skills and we'll alternate between singing and public speaking agendas week to week. Students will learn from observing other classmates as well as by performing in front of them. Voice Coach Sallyb uses scenario-based performance methods as described at the top of this page and in the above video. This is a method she developed and has used to teach her clients for many years. This is a fun, educational class that is sure to challenge you. | This Class Will Be Available Soon!

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