by Michael Mayer | Feb 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I watched a YouTube clip of Elina Garanca, a mezzo gaining in popularity, that was shared with me by a colleague. My feeling is she makes an accepted sound, which is to say a modern approach to imitating the sound of the great singers rather than a true vocal tone. To...
by Michael Mayer | Jan 20, 2009 | Uncategorized
It has been nearly a year since I posted on my blog. I am ending my hiatus and plan on getting back to regular posts. We had our first child in June, a daughter, and that has taken me away from doing much work. We now have regular child care so I can get back to work....
by Michael Mayer | Feb 11, 2008 | Uncategorized
People often wonder what is meant by the Swedish/Italian School that we talk about. First, when we speak of schools of singing we mean a school of thought. An approach to the training of the voice that is associated with the practices of a certain group. For the most...
by Michael Mayer | Jan 6, 2008 | Uncategorized
I would like to get your opinion and perhaps enroll in some vocal lessons. I do mostly rock and roll music (middle aged hobbyist guitar player) and would describe myself as being ‘almost’ able to sing. I can often produce vocals that are non-offensive, but...
by Michael Mayer | Jan 4, 2008 | Uncategorized
Dear Mr Michael Mayer I have just read your article on Emotions. (http://www.vocalwisdom.com/emotions.htm) I agree with most of it, especially the notion of total response and the necessary condition of joy & freedom. Splitting the Human in Body, Mind &...
by Michael Mayer | May 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
Here we are, the beginning of our exploration into the voice as an instrument of communication and musical expression. Through this blog I hope to expand my understanding of the voice and share the findings of my research with all who are looking for answers and...
