Thanks, Dr. Diane. I've only been teaching private voice for about 3 years
and the group class is something new. I'd like a textbook as a guide to
begin with although, I'm sure I'll add much of own ideas. I may decide to
ditch the textbook altogether. Who knows? Most textbooks seem to be geared
to the college or high school level and I may have a few in this class who
are middle school age.
The hardest part for me, whether group or private, is the first few lessons.
It's a challenge to know how to begin. Should I work on breathing first?
Posture? Pitch matching? Goals? All the above? (I always try to cover too
much at first.)
I think I'll go back to those messages on vocalist entitled "Your teaching
in a nutshell!"
All advice from fellow teachers of young voices is welcome!
Marthea
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