Could there be a layer BEYOND emotional expression when we sing?

A SINGER’S JOURNEY

When we’re young it seems simple. You open your mouth and singing comes out.

We do it to have fun, play, express ourselves and feel connected to the music.

Then we’re introduced to the worlds of technique, analysis, criticism and improvement.

We look at everything under a microscope, introduce tools and teach our bodies new tricks.

Then we start to want the magic back.

We want to TRUST our voices, to feel close to the music again, let it pulse through our veins.

We want to feel expressive and free and authentic.

Something that unfortunately cannot be found or cobbled together using technique.

THE EMBODIED SINGER

If you follow me on Instagram (@bykimberleysmith) you'll know I've been exploring embodiment practices a LOT over the last few months.

It's been a reclamation of sorts, coming into a deeper relationship with my body and with that a beautiful, visceral ownership of my artistry.

And I noticed that if I translated what I was learning and exploring in those to my singing, EVERYTHING felt different.

Please note, this is NOT a change in support or technique.

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When I started working with my singing clients on this very thing; full, honest, richer sounds flew out of their mouths. Which of course got me REALLY excited.

So I thought I'd share a little about how this is rattling around in my head and I tried to capture this in a demonstration (as much as one can in 10.5 minutes, seated and with a laptop mic).

I'll be interested to hear what you hear/notice!

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KEEN TO EXPLORE THIS WITH ME FURTHER?

My program that dives into this territory is called Embody Your Voice and you can find out more and jump on the waitlist for the April intake here.