Silver Chord hit the ground running in January. Three shows in two months – and several new songs as well. We lost one rehearsal day at the beginning of February but like the troopers we are, we sang wonderfully in spite of it. More spring shows are on our calendar so we hope to see you at some of them.
- Follow your director.Learn some music terms.Count the rests - all of them!Check your posture - face forward, not straining up or down.Eat healthy. Not too much, not too little.Keep hydrated. Room-temperature water is best.When the song ends, END IT. Watch for the cutoff.Sing with confidence, not just volume.Arrive early to a show.Learn your range and your change.Silence your phone!Not too loud, not too soft! Blend with the choir.Keep your music in order.Read the Tips for Singers pages - lots of good info there!Open your mouth to sing!Practise your music - any time, anywhere!Turn your pages early.Short syllables add punch. Long syllables add smoothness.Watch your director.Listen to your neighbours, not just yourself.Smile when you sing!Stay home when you’re sick.Engage your audience.
