To: vocalist
Subject: Re: before I give it all up
Date sent: Tue, 14 Dec 1999 19:18:14 PST
Send reply to: VOCALIST <vocalist>

Dear Molly,

I agree with my fellow Listers that you'll have to learn to deal with
"rejection", although I personally don't like to call it that way... I see
it more as another opportunity to learn from my experiences. Asking yourself
what may have kept you from getting the part (other than favoritism, looks,
or similar "higher forces" which have nothing to do with your ability to
sing a part well). Learn from it. And, according to your story, it could
have been favoritism from the director towards her own student. You said you
sounded glorious on the Messiah; that's GREAT! Nothing like getting a good
kick from your own voice!

I've heard quite a few college/university voice students complain about not
getting enough dedication from their professors. I believe voice lessons are
quite "personal"; if you can't relate to your teacher in any way, maybe you
should look for one you really like. Most of these students I mentioned
complemented their college studies with lessons from a private teacher. If
you really love to sing as much as you say you do, forget about college
politics and focus on what really matters to you, your voice. If a private
teacher can help you achieve your goals faster, then maybe you should
consider this alternative. I'm sure everyone on this list will gladly help
you find one in your area.

My two cents.

Hang in there!!

Best Regards,
Rocio Guitard
Speech Level Singing Instructor

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