Keep hydrated. Room-temperature water is best.

Open your mouth to sing!

Check your posture - face forward, not straining up or down.

Smile when you sing!

Short syllables add punch. Long syllables add smoothness.

Count the rests - all of them!

Listen to your neighbours, not just yourself.

Silence your phone!

Arrive early to a show.

Learn some music terms.

When the song ends, END IT. Watch for the cutoff.

Practise your music - any time, anywhere!

Read the Tips for Singers pages - lots of good info there!

Not too loud, not too soft! Blend with the choir.

Eat healthy. Not too much, not too little.

Watch your director.

Sing with confidence, not just volume.

Learn your range and your change.

Engage your audience.

Turn your pages early.

Follow your director.

Stay home when you’re sick.

Keep your music in order.