The High Note Podcast

Learn more about Don below! https://www.fredonia.edu/academics/colleges-schools/school-music/music/faculty/Donald-Marrazzo ---------------------------------- If you liked this, you'll LOVE our private Skool Community, it's absolutely the best (and cheapest!) place to start if you want to become a musical athlete https://www.skool.com/high-note-academy-4383/about ------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

Learn more about Dr. Russell Svenningsen here: https://www.augie.edu/directory/russell-svenningsen-dma-mm ---------------------------------- If you liked this, you'll LOVE our private Skool Community, it's absolutely the best (and cheapest!) place to start if you want to become a musical athlete https://www.skool.com/high-note-academy-4383/about ------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

The long awaited part 2 of our conversation with Craig! If you haven't seen part one yet, make sure you check that out also. Craig is an incredible human with some fantastic ideas about how and where the classical music would could go. Follow Craig on his website! www.craigcolclough.com https://www.facebook.com/ColcloughOpera https://www.instagram.com/colcloughopera/ ---------------------------------- If you liked this, you'll LOVE our private Skool Community, it's absolutely the best (and cheapest!) place to start if you want to become a musical athlete https://www.skool.com/high-note-academy-4383/about ------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

I love the behind the scene stuff, especially when it comes to the money! We talk all the time about how the music industry is broke and the opportunities are becoming fewer and further between. This conversation with Zack really did a great job in illuminating the issue, and more importantly, helping everyone find ways to give with zero dollars out of pocket! Find out more about Zack and Promusic at their website: www.pmaz.org ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

It was such a great time getting to sit down and learn from Molly! You can find out more about her and all her projects below: www.mollynoorimezzo.com https://www.instagram.com/mollynoorimezzo/ https://www.instagram.com/mollynooriphotography/ https://www.instagram.com/thechronicledvoice/ https://www.instagram.com/singingbodies/ ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

You can learn more about Johanna and all the projects we talked about below! instagram: @kor_productionsFacebook: www.facebook.com/korproductionswebsite: korproductions.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9NhziGoJS6zjh6dgOj20FQemail: [email protected] insta: @johannamoffittfacebook: www.facebook.com/johannamoffittsoprano ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

Truly - what a badass she is. Follow Megan Here: Founder Megan Gillespie’s Studio - MeganGillespiesStudio.com YouTube @MeganGillespiesStudio TikTok @MeganGillespiesStudio IG @MeganGillespiesStudio FB @MeganGillespiesStudio ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

If you haven't see part one yet, that's OK! You don't have to watch them in order.Vickie Livengood talks about some of her regrets, the things she wishes she'd done, and how the gracefully transitioned from being "the house hooker" to being the grandma that she so loves being today. Follow Vickie on her website!www.victorialivengood.com ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

Emily (Emma) Cox, the director of /kor/ productions sits down for an interview with us! We got to talk about how she came into opera, music theatre, and cabaret! TW: Eating Disorder and Disordered Eating. You can find out more about Emma at the links below: https://emilycoxsoprano.wixsite.com/emilycoxhttps://www.facebook.com/emily.cox.14289https://www.instagram.com/theblondehurricane/ ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

If you've ever dealt with stage fright, burnout, or feeling like you're "not good enough", make sure you take Jon up on his offer and schedule your free consultation at this link! https://calendly.com/drjonskidmore I met Jon about 7 years ago and our short time together has stuck with me ever since. This one is all about the mind, the evolved brain, and how Dr. Skidmore has been helping musicians through those moments of doubt. Don't miss this one! ---------------------------------- Make sure to take the Mind-Body Connection Quiz [FREE] - https://www.hnpacademy.com/quiz For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ted.zimnickii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted.zimnicki TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ted.zimnicki Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

Make sure to take advantage of our new free Mind-Body Assessment linked below~~ https://www.hnpacademy.com/assessment Follow Craig on his website! www.craigcolclough.com https://www.facebook.com/ColcloughOpera https://www.instagram.com/colcloughopera/ For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link - join the free Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew

Make sure to take advantage of our new free Mind-Body Assessment linked below~~ https://www.hnpacademy.com/assessment Thank you so much to Josh for sitting down with me for this interview! His experience is so unique and the things he's doing with POP are going to change the opera world! Make sure you watch until the end -- Follow Josh on anything and everything below: Websites: ⁠www.joshshaw.org⁠ ⁠www.pacificoperaproject.com⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/pacificoperaproject⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/pacificoperaproject⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/joshshawtenor⁠ For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance - Named as one of Musical America’s Top 30 Professionals of the Year in 2023, Josh Shaw is the Founding Artistic Director and CEO of Pacific Opera Project (POP), which has been described as "L.A.'s most exciting new opera company." Over the past thirteen seasons, Mr. Shaw has directed over 60 productions at POP, including The Rake’s Progress, Ariadne auf Naxos, La Calisto, Tosca: A Moving Production, and La boheme: AKA “The Hipsters”. A frequent librettist for English updates, his Star Trek inspired Abduction from the Seraglio and Nintendo inspired The Magic Flute AKA #SuperFlute have gained national attention and have been produced at multiple companies, shattering attendance records. Since turning his attention to directing in 2011, Mr. Shaw has directed over 100 productions at companies including Opera Santa Barbara, New Orleans Opera, Opera Orlando, Festival Opera, Gulfshore Opera, Intermountain Opera, Salt Marsh Opera, Opera Neo, and Opera in the Heights. Mr. Shaw's Barbiere di Siviglia at Opera Santa Barbara was described as "riotously funny" and "thoroughly amusing from overture to final bow." His work as a director has been described as "Brave and unflinching," "Ingenious," "Relentlessly and adorably rambunctious," "with enough good comic ideas for at least three productions." As a producer, he has been praised for his "supreme savvy" and "high level of production quality" with "the power to enthrall and captivate audiences." Recent projects include a new English adaptation of Die Fledermaus, a ground-breaking production of Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta starring “The Blind Soprano” Cristina Jones, and the US premiere of Vivaldi’s Ercole su’l Termodonte. One of the busiest directors during Covid, Mr. Shaw directed more than a dozen productions during the pandemic including US staged premieres of Gluck’s La Corona and Il Parnaso Confuso, a drive-in Don Pasquale for Opera Santa Barbara, and an updated Cosi – “Covid fan tutte” set in 2020. Beyond the rewrite of Tabasco, Mr. Shaw has written several English version libretti including a Wild West setting of Die Lustige Witwe, a contemporary setting of Die Schauspieldirektor, a production of Die Zauberflöte set in the world of 1990s video games, Covid fan tutte, a Star Trek inspired Abduction from the Seraglio, a 1930s Hollywood Fledermaus, and a groundbreaking production of Madama Butterfly sung in Japanese and English, a co-production of POP and Opera in Heights (Houston). Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

Make sure to take advantage of our new free Mind-Body Assessment linked below~~ https://www.hnpacademy.com/assessment Thank you so much the Vickie for being so generous with her time and experience! This interview really opened my eyes to some new perspectives. Make sure you watch until the end -- Part 2 coming next week! Follow Vickie on her website! www.victorialivengood.com For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

Make sure to take advantage of our new free Mind-Body Assessment linked below~~ https://www.hnpacademy.com/assessment Thank you so much the Kirsten for being so generous with her time and experience! This interview really opened my eyes to some new perspectives. Make sure you watch until the end -- Follow Kirsten here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divavoce https://www.instagram.com/wilmingtonconcertopera www.kirstenckunkle.com www.wilmingtonconcertopera.com For more from High Note, you can follow us here: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Super Secret Link------------ If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

Brooke Derosa took some time out of her busy schedule to sit down with us and tell us all about her amazing career so far. She is an incredible person with some great stories to tell -- Enjoy and learn! Her newest production, Alice in Wonderland is premiering on Saturday April 6 in LA! If you're near by, don't miss your chance to see this wonderful new work. Links below to get tickets! www.aliceinwonderland.show FB: @aliceinwonderlandadventure Insta @aliceinwonderlandshow Tiktok @aliceinwonderlandshow You can learn more about Brooke on her website and social media: FB @brookederosamusician Twitter @brookederosa Insta @brookederosa Tiktok @brookederosa www.brookederosa.com ------------------ Want to be a High Note Athlete? Join our following with these links! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance --------------------------- Super Secret Link: If you want to end up in the Singers Hall of Fame, your next step might be at this link... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

Dr. Keith blew me away in this interview! He has some amazing insights into the world of teaching undergraduate voice and how to kill the golden calf and let opera shine in the new world! You can learn more about Dr. Keith at: https://www.keithcolclough.com/ ---------------------------------------- Dr. Keith Colclough currently serves as Associate Professor of Voice and Director of Opera at Pepperdine University, where his duties include private voice lessons, diction courses, and vocal and stage direction for the Flora L. Thornton Opera Program. He also directs a summer semester abroad for music students in Heidelberg, Germany. In addition to his duties at Pepperdine, he maintains a studio of professional voice students, several of whom have found success on major operatic stages and national musical theatre tours. Dr. Colclough also remains active as a performer, singing with various arts organizations throughout Southern California. In Summer 2024, he will make his debut at Opera Las Vegas as Colline in La Boheme. A Fulbright scholar to Germany, Dr. Colclough examined the evolution of Schubert’s compositional style and the elevation of Lieder as a genre in his DMA Document, “Schubert’s Incorporation and Transcendence of Recitative in German Lieder.” In 2018, he was a vocal intern at the prestigious NATS Intern Program, and he has taught master classes for the NATS Los Angeles Chapter alongside his brother, Craig Colclough. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All the Links! Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@highnoteperformance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lAhMEaVxGRTKOg3dg6OxJ Here's a super secret link to a free copy of Hall of Fame Singing, the book that previously was only available to our clients. That link will only be active for a short time, make sure you get it while you can! https://www.hnpacademy.com/spotifyhalloffamesinging

Belgian conductor, pianist and vocal coach, Kristof Van Grysperre, stands as a celebrated figure in the world of classical music, earning accolades and recognition for his exceptional talent and remarkable versatility. As praised by the Orange County Register, Van Grysperre's performances are marked by an extraordinary blend of skill and artistry, embodying "gifted and stylistically impeccable" qualities, coupled with a unique ability to wield both musical power and sensitivity. A notable highlight of Van Grysperre's illustrious career has been his association with the Long Beach Opera, where he has conducted a series of productions that have consistently garnered high acclaim which includes the likes of Frida, Candide, Hydrogen Jukebox, King Gesar, and the world premiere of Fallujah, which was live broadcasted by KCET and which he also conducted in his New York City Opera debut. Van Grysperre recently graced the stage with his conducting prowess at the Chicago Opera Theater, leading stellar performances of The Consul, starring Patricia Racette and Victoria Livengood. He also made an indelible mark at the iconic Carnegie Hall with An Evening of Opera. Van Grysperre's reputation as a conductor is built upon his remarkable proficiency in both traditional and contemporary repertoire. He is widely regarded for his unwavering commitment to precision and clarity, coupled with a profound mastery of detail. His extensive repertoire includes over sixty operas, and he has conducted captivating performances for organizations such as Opera Pacific, Baltimore Opera Studio, Intimate Opera Company, USC Opera, and Cal State Los Angeles. Inspired by his mentor Carlo Bergonzi, Van Grysperre is deeply committed to nurturing emerging talent in the world of opera. As the Artistic Director of Angels Vocal Art, he has conducted captivating renditions of operas like Tosca, The Consul, Il Trittico, La Traviata, Anya17, Candide, and a resplendent Gran Gala di Verdi at past summer Festivals. Currently, he serves as the Director of Opera and Vocal Studies at Azusa Pacific University, where he continues to shape the future of operatic talent. Beyond the conductor's podium, Kristof Van Grysperre is highly sought-after as a coach for both singers and conductors. His expertise has been harnessed by prestigious institutions such as the Tanglewood Music Center Vocal Program, Aspen Opera Center, Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, SongFest, California Conducting Workshop, and the University of Southern California, where he held the position of acting music director for the USC Thornton Opera. Equally at home as a recording engineer, he built a new state-of-the-art coaching and recording studio, complete with acoustic panels and green screen, and produced La Voix Humaine during the Pandemic. Van Grysperre has been honored with numerous awards and fellowships, including the prestigious Fulbright Grant. At the USC Thornton School of Music, he completed a Doctorate and two Master of Music degrees, all with highest honors, with major fields in keyboard collaborative arts and orchestral conducting. He also studied at the Conservatories of Liège and Ghent (Belgium) where he obtained Concert Diplomas for both piano and chamber music. https://www.vangrysperre.com https://www.angelsvocalart.org 0:40 - The Covid Production that Sparked a New Style 9:52 - Kristof's Origins 16:37 - The Random Phone Call That Launched a Career 20:41 - Giving Back, Re-Founding Angels Vocal Art 27:53 - Azusa Pacific University 33:07 - Why Classical Music at All? 37:13 - What's the Difference Between an Armature and a Professional? 40:34 - How to Get on the YES List 47:36 - How to Handle a Bad Pianist... 52:03 - How Would You Like to be Remembered? 56:29 - Final Words

One day I'll take an art class and learn to draw, but today is NOT that day. This is the final piece! It's all coming together here.... Rex LOVES social media. He's totally addicted. Can't really blame them though, it's the only way to get information about what's going on in the world! There are only three accounts to follow on Rexbook - the visual system (the most popular and posts the most) the vestibular system (also posts a lot, but isn't as popular) and the proprioceptive system (does the coolest stuff and is the prettiest - but there content isn't that valuable all the time). You can't talk to Rex, but you CAN send a DM to those other accounts to get them to post what you want. Who knew neuroscience could be as simple as posting on Instagram? --------------------------------------------------------------------------- All the social media so you can stay in the loop! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HNPerf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ super secret link: https://www.hnpacademy.com/spotifyhalloffamesinging

It was so great to reconnect with Cynthia in this interview. We met a number of years ago, but had lost touch becasue the world is like the world is. We ran into each other at a conference a few weeks ago and I'm SO glad that we did. We got to talk about her directing, her teaching, and everything that makes her so special! The best way to get in touch with Cynthia is via email - [email protected] --------------------------------------- Cynthia Stokes’ career is devoted to developing community through the power of live performance in unexpected locations and thru the use of new media. Her installations include: La hija de Rappaccini staged in an architectural slot canyon on the campus of the University of Arizona; Queen of Carthage, set overlooking the Pacific Ocean for La Jolla Playhouse’s WOW Festival; and Dominic Argento’s The Andrée Expedition with American baritone, Michael Chioldi set in an abandoned marble quarry. She reimagined Andrée as an intimate 360-degree VR experience with Chioldi. It was presented at SXSW in March 2022. Directing credits include Piedmont Opera, San Antonio Opera, San Diego Opera, Opera San Jose, Opera Philadelphia, Los Angeles Opera, Cincinnati Opera, Opera Carolina, Michigan Opera Theater, Dallas Opera, Opera Pacific, and Glimmerglass Opera. Recent funding- Arizona Arts Commission; AU Provost Grant; Qualcomm Ideas Grant. She is the Amelia T. Rieman Endowed Chair for Opera at University of Arizona. ---------------------------------------------------- Connect with us! Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@highnoteperformance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lAhMEaVxGRTKOg3dg6OxJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-note-podcast/id1729433717 Here's a super secret link to a free copy of Hall of Fame Singing, the book that previously was only available to our clients. That link will only be active for a short time, make sure you get it while you can!

What's a Ted, anyway? It's always important to know a bit about the beginning of something, so you can know if you really align. This is how High Note Performance came to be, and why I decided to make this my life's work. Dig in! -------------------------------------------- Social Medias: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance If you haven't already gotten your copy, make sure you grab the guide asap: https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

You know the feeling of shame and regret that washes over you when you remember that really stupid thing you did from 10 years ago? For me it was tripping in the cafeteria in middle school. I can still feel the noodles sliding down my face. Turns out, that's becasue of a bucket and a lizard. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Here's that super secret link, just for the people who want an unfair advantage against their competition.... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

There are lots of things that make someone an athlete. This is the best way to separate those skills so that you can focus on the right things every single time. The Foundation - The subconscious skills that are active 100% of the time. You've gotta be good at these or you're finished before you begin. Problems here show up in the walls and the roof, but it almost always starts down below. The Walls - Your physical body. Some things are changeable, some things aren't. Your age, height, weight, muscle mass, body fat percentage, mobility, strength, speed, agility ect. Usually when someone says "athlete" they're only thinking about the walls. Time to expand that vision. The Roof - the sport specific skills that make or break your performance while people are looking at you. There is the most difference here between singers and traditional athletes. There isn't that much difference in the walls or the foundation.... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you liked the movie, you'll LOVE the book: https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance

The wonderful Diana Farrell tool time our of her day to sit down with us and talk about all of the amazing things that she's doing with her company, Lyric Opera Orange County. I'd highly recommend anyone in the OC area look them up, they've got some amazing opportunity's to work in opera! Diana Farrell is the Founding Artistic Director of Lyric Opera OC. Hailed for her “golden voice,” her most recent stage performances include the titular role of Puccini’s Tosca, Heggie’s Krystyna Zywulska, Magda in Menotti’s The Consul, and Verdi’s Lady Macbeth, for which her “passionate intensity…” earned high praise as she “consistently sang with beauty and sensitivity.” (Cleveland Classical). With more than 20 roles performed, she recently made house debuts with Pacific Opera Project, Pacific Symphony, the San Diego Opera, and was named a winner in both the American Prize and AIMS Vocal Competition. Ms. Farrell was recently labeled an "OC Visionary" by the LA Times for her work as Artistic Director of Lyric Opera OC, named Emerging Arts Organization of 2022 by Arts OC, and serves as Producer for the Assyrian Arts Institute's upcoming new opera for her libretto based on the Epic of Gilgamesh. www.lyricoperaoc.org www.dianafarrellsoprano.com https://www.instagram.com/dianafarrellsoprano/ https://www.instagram.com/lyricoperaoc/ https://www.facebook.com/lyricoperaoc -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- High Note Links: Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@highnoteperformance Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/triplethreatathletecrew Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/highnote_performance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highnoteperformance Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lAhMEaVxGRTKOg3dg6OxJ Super Secret Link...... https://www.hnpacademy.com/halloffamesinging1

In this episode, we're starting to look at the myths surrounding singing and athletics. It's not controvertial to say that singers are athletes anymore.....but maybe it should be. The question that people are asking is honestly a stupid question. It's not about "are singers athletes?" That question only invites nebulous other questions like "what is an athlete too you?". Maybe interesting to debate, but not useful in the practice room. The better question is "how athletic are you, singer?". Assume you're an athlete. Now become a better athlete. Make sure you get the whole guide for free while you can! It's available here: https://www.hnpacademy.com/spotifyhalloffamesinging