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A great article from renowned singing teacher David L Jones....

"July 4, 2016: “Singer Brain”: Discipline in the Art of Singing

I previously spoke about the younger singer and some of the qualities I have observed in professional singers over the years. I am the last person to discourage a young singer in their life dream of performing. But what I do introduce the singer to is the idea that all performing arts are competitive, so three major qualities are necessary to move forward in this profession: (1) personal discipline (2) a strong emotional base, and (3) tenacity or long-term determination. It is challenging to push forward toward a goal in a field that mirrors a lot of rejection. So questioning one’s own personal discipline, emotional base, and tenacity is simply taking inventory on a person’s full-scale qualifications in moving forward toward a career.

An Example of “Singer Brain”:

I call it “singer brain” when I see a young singer who has an intense burning desire to develop both as a singer and performer. This profession certainly takes a lot of determination, a fine instrument, and tremendous musicality. I have one young baritone who is so inspired by singing and so loves the musical score that when I suggest a piece of music to him, it is learned, coached, and memorized the next week. THIS is a reflection of the professional mind or what I call ‘singer brain’. This singer is inspired by the beauty of the musical score, in love with making sound, and determined to give the best he can give to an audience. But the most impressive thing about this young singer is his burning desire to have a career and his willingness to do the work by learning the score, not only ahead of schedule, but also before anyone else.

Realistic Thinking:

It is important for teachers to be honest with young singers in terms of all of these three major qualities, if only to report what is lacking so that the singer can compensate by developing more in this area. For example, I once had a lovely tenor with a huge voice. But his priority was not career (he lacked the personal discipline of consistent practice), but personal relationship and personal happiness. There is nothing wrong with this life-decision, but it was important that he look realistically at the role he wanted singing to play in his life. We discussed his goals and priorities and he decided to work toward becoming a fine teacher of singing, a choice that he still celebrates today. Looking at reality is simply being honest. It can be presented by asking a question to the singer. Do you feel comfortable practicing hours and leaning long scores? A simple question can take the singer toward self-investigation, something that is a life-enhancement in all areas of life.

Filling the Gaps! The Serious Singer Taking Action

Case Study #1:

About 10 years ago I was teaching a bass singer who was determined to work toward a career. He had tremendous difficulty memorizing music, and he was insecure when he had to go onstage. He finally found a life coach who directed him to a professional who could help him. He has a fine career today. But it was our honest discussion about what he needed to develop that steered him toward the help he needed. So being an honest mirror is simply being kind to the singer in mirroring realistic thinking. It is reporting, not criticizing!

Case Study #2:

About 15 years ago I was teaching a very TALL singer. He was 6 feet 8 inches tall. He suffered from loss of high range due to a forward thrusting jaw. After several lessons with him, I told him that he needed to solve this jaw issue before he could move forward in developing toward career-level singing. It was that week that he sought the help of a Feldenkrais practitioner. In other words, he did the work. Within a few weeks his jaw issue was greatly resolved. He performs and has had a steady career since that time.

I have had other experiences with singers I call the ‘serious ones’. They work on whatever aspect of their talent is lacking. They are realistic in the way that they observe their talent and are willing to take immediate action toward ‘filling the gaps’. It is human nature to share our best aspects. But it takes realistic thinking to work on our weaknesses.

Emotional Strength:

In a field that is filled with insecurity, it takes emotional strength and people skills to learn to get along with colleagues and superiors. Emotional strength also goes along with developing positive social skills. Self-confidence based on self-awareness is one of the best qualities a singer can develop and it will serve the singer for years to come, acting as a sold emotional foundation.

I can report that after almost 44 years of teaching, many singers feel insecure. This is because this profession is filled with what I call ‘unfounded’ criticism. Whether it is feedback from an audition or a negative review from a critic, it is important for singers to survive as unshaken as possible. Establishing and embracing a solid emotional foundation will serve the singer for years to come. I recommend a wonderful book by Byron Katie entitled “Loving What Is”.

Personal work is something that I have researched and worked on for decades. My philosophy is that a teacher cannot impart information in a healthy way unless he/she has done personal work toward finding emotional balance. There are abusive teachers out there who have not done the personal work to bring their emotional life into balance. It is saddening to see the negative fallout for the singer.

Find a Good Healthy Mentor:

My advice to singers is to find a good mentor who cares about you and your talent. We all need emotional support from family, friends, colleagues, and a solid mentor. Often a good teacher will be a good mentor, but this mentoring must be done without emotional enmeshment or expectation. Supporting a young singer in his/her dreams can be a rewarding experience. But NEVER become a parent figure. I have heard so many singers say, “My previous teacher was like my second Mom or Dad!” This is a dangerous role to play for any teacher and it reflects the teacher’s neediness emotionally and his/her own need to control. Mentoring is a gift that needs to be given without attachment or expectation.

Final Thought: Professionalism

My advice to every student of singing is to be honest in self-evaluation. Really LOOK at your weak points and work hard on them. If you do not have a healthy solid work ethic, find another profession. But be honest with yourself. I have seen singers with phenomenal talent who were lacking the personal discipline of a career singer.

Finally, get honest with yourself and enjoy the process of moving forward in development. WORK HARD! There is no other way to succeed.

A career involves personal development, establishing acting skills, learning languages and excellent musicality, and consistency in focus. Fall in love with the music and what the composer intended to express. I have observed these qualities in well-known professional singers. It has been my privilege to work with them."

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