Wow, this is wonderful to hear. I'm not a singer, I'm a pianist, but this is exactly the advice that I needed. I'm a Freshman and I'm already stressed about graduate programs. I'll have to thank my vocalist friends for telling me to look you up. :)
An important thing to check before enrolling in a grad program is the ACTUAL amount of stage time one really gets AND the typical length of time a student of your voice type takes to complete the program (normally 2 years, but at some schools- in particular, one Joyce mentions here- a soprano can end up there for 5-6 years, due to the fact that there are TOO many girls, and not enough roles!). In general, excellent advice....thanks!
Joyce, I just recently watched a video of your "Una voce poco fa"... yesterday actually! It was the first time I've listened to you and, naturally, I'm entranced!! My first, of many, questions would have to be, Do you have any regrets in your past? They don't have to be anything in your music career but more of something that shaped you as a person and, consequently, as an artist. Keep the videos coming! I'm hooked. Best, Edward - a 21 year old Baritone
You're getting very techy with the vlogs-- intro title cards and web links. Quite nice. :) I'm glad you found the "lost and hungry" vlog (from your Tweets, in case anyone is wondering :-p). Love the "same sound" demo from 3:46-3:53. :D Become the best you can be, listen to your gut, and don't be afraid to have your own unique path-- great advice for choosing a graduate program... in any field! Thank you!
That's such an interesting point about a studio of singers all sounding the same. I think as a student we often think that there is this "perfect" technique we're trying to accomplish. That there is a singular "right" way. Loving these videos.
Thank you so much for this! Was literally JUST panicking about everything grad school/future related and this was such a sigh of relief for me. Will keep working, and things will work out. You are such an inspirational role model!
Joyce thanks a lot for all your advices. Ill definitely going to look ou for the book. Im from Ecuador, south america and Im a huge fan of you and your work. All the best
Hi Joyce!!! This an amazing resource, thank you so much for these! I have been a huge fan of yours for a long time and to have someone I admire so much be so open, is hugely encouraging! Can I post questions here or would you rather we send them to you at your AOL address?
I almost screamed "YES! EXACTLY! AMEN, SISTER!!" when you talked about the "red flag" of a voice studio with voice students who all sounds the same. I too am a HUGE believer in adjusting technique to the uniqueness of each individual voice and have seen so many voices destroyed (too strong a word?) because of formulaic teaching methods. Good thing I didn't scream or my parents would have flipped out!
I am so glad to have came across this video as I am facing this small period of time of deciding whether do I really need to change...! Truly agree with what you are saying, that if one studio's students sound somewhat the same and also about not always one teacher is suitable for everyone...I am in a situation where I feel that I need to leave my current teacher as I noticed that she is teaching every of her students (including me) the same things and always through imitation, and I find it very uncomfortable and unorganic doing so...but I do not know how to open my mouth to "initiate" the change....I guess I need more time to think it through...but am so glad to have came across this video! :)
Joyce! This is fabulous! Thank you for doing this! Michael and I already got tickets for Philadelphia in February. Hope all is well with you! Hugs, Paulo Faustini
@TheYankeediva Thanks! In that case... I'm wondering how a young singer navigates their way through genres and niches in the music world. If you have an affinity for early music, how do you pursue it without pigeon-holing yourself and still cultivating other things like lieder and opera? In choosing a teacher to study with at the graduate level, should you be looking for someone who specifies in early music or keeps you open doing "everything"? Thank you so much! Liz Humphries
Dear Joyce, yesterday I spent a really lovely evening at your recital at La Scala, a great atmosphere, especially when rossini has called:)))) i was thrilled by your peculiar pianissimos trills. I am studying in italy and would like to ask if you know a serious teacher here in italy. is there - for your experience here- someone to advice,yesterday you spoke about a maestro that has passed away,my maestro has passed away too and since then I am looking and looking,but this is how it should be..
Wow, this is wonderful to hear. I'm not a singer, I'm a pianist, but this is exactly the advice that I needed. I'm a Freshman and I'm already stressed about graduate programs. I'll have to thank my vocalist friends for telling me to look you up. :)
Brava, Joyce.
Truthful, thoughtful and helpful to our young singers!
Thank you so much for your insight- your posts have been helpful and reassuring!
An important thing to check before enrolling in a grad program is the ACTUAL amount of stage time one really gets AND the typical length of time a student of your voice type takes to complete the program (normally 2 years, but at some schools- in particular, one Joyce mentions here- a soprano can end up there for 5-6 years, due to the fact that there are TOO many girls, and not enough roles!).
In general, excellent advice....thanks!
Thanks so much. Great videos.
Joyce,
I just recently watched a video of your "Una voce poco fa"... yesterday actually! It was the first time I've listened to you and, naturally, I'm entranced!!
My first, of many, questions would have to be, Do you have any regrets in your past? They don't have to be anything in your music career but more of something that shaped you as a person and, consequently, as an artist.
Keep the videos coming! I'm hooked.
Best,
Edward - a 21 year old Baritone
This is so wonderful!Thank you for posting this. I saw you at Spivey Hall recently and you're so inspirational! Thank you for all of you posts.
You're getting very techy with the vlogs-- intro title cards and web links. Quite nice. :) I'm glad you found the "lost and hungry" vlog (from your Tweets, in case anyone is wondering :-p). Love the "same sound" demo from 3:46-3:53. :D
Become the best you can be, listen to your gut, and don't be afraid to have your own unique path-- great advice for choosing a graduate program... in any field! Thank you!
That's such an interesting point about a studio of singers all sounding the same. I think as a student we often think that there is this "perfect" technique we're trying to accomplish. That there is a singular "right" way.
Loving these videos.
Thank you so much for this! Was literally JUST panicking about everything grad school/future related and this was such a sigh of relief for me. Will keep working, and things will work out. You are such an inspirational role model!
You are such an inspiration!
what a smart answer, Joyce! this is great
Joyce thanks a lot for all your advices. Ill definitely going to look ou for the book. Im from Ecuador, south america and Im a huge fan of you and your work.
All the best
Hi Joyce!!!
This an amazing resource, thank you so much for these! I have been a huge fan of yours for a long time and to have someone I admire so much be so open, is hugely encouraging! Can I post questions here or would you rather we send them to you at your AOL address?
I almost screamed "YES! EXACTLY! AMEN, SISTER!!" when you talked about the "red flag" of a voice studio with voice students who all sounds the same. I too am a HUGE believer in adjusting technique to the uniqueness of each individual voice and have seen so many voices destroyed (too strong a word?) because of formulaic teaching methods. Good thing I didn't scream or my parents would have flipped out!
I am so glad to have came across this video as I am facing this small period of time of deciding whether do I really need to change...! Truly agree with what you are saying, that if one studio's students sound somewhat the same and also about not always one teacher is suitable for everyone...I am in a situation where I feel that I need to leave my current teacher as I noticed that she is teaching every of her students (including me) the same things and always through imitation, and I find it very uncomfortable and unorganic doing so...but I do not know how to open my mouth to "initiate" the change....I guess I need more time to think it through...but am so glad to have came across this video! :)
Joyce! This is fabulous! Thank you for doing this! Michael and I already got tickets for Philadelphia in February. Hope all is well with you! Hugs, Paulo Faustini
Love you, from Seattle!!! :)
@Lizzyjean5 Either way should work!! Cheers!
4:00 AMEN!
Sorry, it's actually just the title of the book, "The Naked Voice" by W. Stephen Smith. I believe it's available on Amazon.com! Cheers!
@TheYankeediva
Thanks! In that case...
I'm wondering how a young singer navigates their way through genres and niches in the music world. If you have an affinity for early music, how do you pursue it without pigeon-holing yourself and still cultivating other things like lieder and opera? In choosing a teacher to study with at the graduate level, should you be looking for someone who specifies in early music or keeps you open doing "everything"?
Thank you so much!
Liz Humphries
Dear Joyce, yesterday I spent a really lovely evening at your recital at La Scala, a great atmosphere, especially when rossini has called:)))) i was thrilled by your peculiar pianissimos trills. I am studying in italy and would like to ask if you know a serious teacher here in italy. is there - for your experience here- someone to advice,yesterday you spoke about a maestro that has passed away,my maestro has passed away too and since then I am looking and looking,but this is how it should be..
@temperanceluv81 me too
You Rock I Loved your video! We should be Friends when are you making more Videos? #10xTnTrevolution
there's no link :(