How often should you rehearse, and for how long? It depends.

This quick overview outlines how often musicians typically rehearse and how much rehearsal time you’ll need for different types of performances. It’s by no means an exhaustive list, but it’ll at least give you an idea of what kind of time is usually required. But every situation is unique, so I’ve also included a simple formula for calculating your rehearsal time.

What if rehearsals were something you looked forward to? What if they gave you energy rather than depleting it? What if they had the same potential as performance for creating connection and community? What if they were actually fun?

From mindset to preparation, communication to practical tips, here’s what will make your rehearsals the best they can be.

Auditioning is an important skill to have. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare can make all the difference — not only in how well you perform, but in the kind of experience you have and remember.

Enter guest blogger Josh Spink. Josh is a classical singer and writer. He’s had to audition —a LOT. So I asked him what advice he would give to singers who have upcoming auditions and could use some help.

I love what he’s written, and know you will too!

Five vocalist/teachers share their top three tips for singing practice — during a pandemic.

From the moment a song enters your life, it needs a place to live — somewhere you can access and share it easily.
In this blog post, you’ll learn what a gig book is, and how to keep your lyric sheets, charts, and sheet music organized. Your inner librarian will thank you for the help, and you can get back to singing!

Discover how you can learn to listen more deeply to other singers, the world around you, and your own voice.

Is your relationship with practicing rewarding? Or, is it just another thing to tick off your list — or worse, beat yourself up about because you’re not practicing often enough, or well enough?

 My relationship with practicing is a love/hate kind of thing. I’ve tried a gazillion strategies over the years and tested some of them with my students. 

Here’s what I’ve learned.