Arrive early to a show.
Watch your director.
Check your posture - face forward, not straining up or down.
Learn your range and your change.
Learn some music terms.
When the song ends, END IT. Watch for the cutoff.
Not too loud, not too soft! Blend with the choir.
Sing with confidence, not just volume.
Count the rests - all of them!
Follow your director.
Turn your pages early.
Short syllables add punch. Long syllables add smoothness.
Smile when you sing!
Eat healthy. Not too much, not too little.
Engage your audience.
Stay home when you’re sick.
Read the Tips for Singers pages - lots of good info there!
Keep hydrated. Room-temperature water is best.
Open your mouth to sing!
Silence your phone!
Listen to your neighbours, not just yourself.
Keep your music in order.
Practise your music - any time, anywhere!
