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Inspiration makes a difference to the Singer

Inspiration makes a difference in the singer’s life. We, as singers and artists, have the need in our creative lives to experience the feeling of inspiration at different moments. Beyond a feeling, inspiration does the following: • Takes us to a new spiritual level, giving us a new perspective of our present and future. • Inspiration gives us the vision to understand how to continue on our path, open our hearts to new possibilities and opportunities. • Inspiration gives us courage, passion, and motivation. The word inspiration means “to be in spirit”. When we are inspired, the...

SELF ESTEEM AND HOPE FOR CHANGE

“I’m scared”, I won’t be able to”… I could never stand up there”… “I’ll freeze, I just know it”… “my voice won’t come out”… I won’t remember the words”… “How did it go again?” “And I worked so hard to memorize it…” These are just some of the myriad thoughts we either share with others or keep to ourselves, thoughts we can so easily identify with when we have to stand up and perform in public, in an auditorium full of professionals, teachers, colleagues, peers, students or just the general public. Standing on a stage facing the audience with our...

Your footprint

Your footprint will be as big as you want to write your artistic journey, endless as you want to transcend with your music. You draw it, you paint it with the intensity of your light. In the midst of the uncertain, you must walk your destiny, facing every minute of your fears. Sometimes without signals, but with the clarity of your inner call, following your internal fire that needs to awaken your artistic desire. These are the traces as a singer / artist that you will leave along the way, on this earth and in the cosmos. From this sacred stage, you will seal your footprint. Step firmly on...

Be patient, impatient.

To be patient, impatient is a subtle line that you have to balance in your daily artist life. Being too patient waiting until things will happen and not worrying about goals or deadlines, can take you to miss opportunities and procrastinate, getting lazy is a habit that takes away your power as an artist. We don’t want this scenario. Being too impatient can take you to live a stressful life full of anxiety and frustration, without focusing on your vocal training, on being creative and just looking for immediate results. we don’t want this scenario either. So the idea is to be both Patient...

Sometimes it is important to look back

They say don’t look back , just let go. But sometimes it is necessary to look back and see how much you have achieved so far, To understand the sense of process and progress you did, from where you started, where you are and where you are going. To look back without a feeling of “I could do it different” or “I shouldn’t do this “, but accepting the script we have written so far with an objective perspective about our reality to continue growing. We overcame so many obstacles and despite many circumstances we became stronger, we became warriors. We become the observer of our own...

Keep alive your Desire to be a Singer

The “Desire” to be a Singer : Keep the magnificence of this force in your life. This is the Magic that moves mountains, that will transcend any obstacle. This is your Power to confront any circumstance you face in your life. When you have desire to live, you will wake up in the morning with a positive attitude and you will do whatever it takes to make things happened. Without this desire there is no Journey. It’s your flame to continue . The desire to be better every day, to continue with your music, to train yourself, your voice , to work out, etc. Desire to create, to explore, to...

Embrace your inner child

Your inner child is always there for you. Just feel the breeze of this love. Sing , Dance, be free, Bring this energy to this present moment and play in the infinite. Embrace your inner child, This is your pure and genuine essence. Allow your inner child to be part of your singing and creativity life

Healing is happening right now

Healing is happening right now. As an artist your music will heal the souls of many, but first you must heal yourself. Here are some ways you can start healing yourself. Listen to your body Let go of your negative thoughts Decide to live a healthy life: Eat well, sleep at least 7 hours a day Remember that every problem we face in our body is a reflection of our mind, soul and heart Surround yourself with positive people. Make the decisions you have to make to move on with your music Execute your plans Feel that singing is a way to heal yourself and connect with your joy – Debora...

What I do is me — for that I came ( poetry)

By Ray Bradbury, for Gerard Manley Hopkins What I do is me—for that I came. What I do is me! For that I came into the world! So said Gerard: So said that gentle Manley Hopkins. In his poetry and prose he saw the Fates that chose Him in genetics, then set him free to find his way Among the sly electric printings in his blood. God thumbprints thee! he said. Within your hour of birth He touches hand to brow, He whorls and softly stamps The ridges and the symbols of His soul above your eyes! But in that selfsame hour, full born and shouting Shocked pronouncements of one’s birth, In mirrored...

Having a valuable gaze of yourself makes the difference.

Having a valuable gaze about yourself, means accepting who you are as an artist and trying to be each day better Why? Because if you don’t do it who will first?Once you understand that no matter which talent you have, the best gift you can give to yourself is to believe that you can achieve anything you commit to. Sometimes it’s not only about your talent but about your confidence, about believing in yourself as an artist and doing all the efforts to continue growing and evolving, it’s about being in a state of love and wonder with your project. It’s about knowing that you are in a...

Synchronicity

Those moments where things go just right and feels right .when the right people comes into your life in that precise moment that you need them , when you allow ourselves to flow effortless to become part of the universe’s energy .When we can perceive signals ,come up with new ideas , when one event follows another and everything is connected with a purpose. It seems a miracle but is not. Synchronicity makes us feel that we are not alone , that we are part of something bigger , we cannot explain but exists . This can only happen when we as artists discover and feel our true self and deep...

THE ARTIST CHAIN

Before you, there were many Singers, Artists that had the inspiration to compose and to sing. Before you, there were women, men that had a dream, a vision and they decided that not matter what they will make it happen and they succeed. Before you, there were souls channeling with great melodies, beautiful poetry to move the audience to the infinite. They failed and stood up; They overcame fears and never gave up. They made it in their way and they paved the path for all of us. Their footprints precede us and we can breath their spirit in each song in the universe. Honor these artists, by...

“What Belongs to you will Stay with you”

In life we experience different situations where people go from our lives , co-workers, partners, teams, family, loves , friends etc. There are cicles, there are stages in our evolution as human beings , always we learn something from the other person . A friend that you don’t see for 20 years but you know he / she is there , because that love will never disappear; because there is a feeling of belonging. Your music , that even though you have to pause it in one moment , it will be with you forever , because you belong to it and music belongs to you:) So let it be , let it flow, let it come,...

The Question is “WHY NOT”

The question is not only “Why” do you want to become an artist?” The question is “why cannot you” be the dreamer, the artist, the singer you always wanted to be?. Why cannot you be in that place? That place so idealized but so real… real because it is reachable…It just requires training with commitment and discipline, with enthusiasm and a continuous desire to be better every day. It’s just fear what keeps us away from the creative and magic mission that has been commended to us.It is an enormous but at the same time so small and illusory abyss which separates us...

Performing on Another Dimension

Recently listening and watching the last Cold play concert, I realize that this performance and the artist is the exact embodiment of the Coachsingers philosophy; that a singer is much more than a good voice. You become an artist not by just working on your voice and singing properly; this is the first part of your task as a singer. Working on your craft, your voice, and your instrument is an important and essential foundation for your singing. However, we then have a second level that transcends your voice. These are the other skills to develop. It is the soul and voice together that drive...

“Stopping Vs. Quitting”

How It Begins There is a period in life all too common among singers; the moment when they start to think about giving up. As with every human being, artists also have to confront their own conflicts and struggles of daily life and balance them with their artistic goals. Those who continue are individuals that have learned how to live with their fears and how to overcome them. On the other hand, when they don’t see the signs, no longer feel the inspiration, do not have the support of those that surround them, or when the daily routine kill their dreams; artists experience the feeling that...

The Only Thing That Counts Are The Results

Often, I see singers who come to my studio looking to fix different problems. They all have something in common though. They do not feel comfortable with their voices. It would be normal to see artists who want to improve their vocal technique, but what is interesting is that many of these students have already been studying with other vocal coaches. That is where I start to emphasize the importance of obtaining results in the short-run. It is true that the vocal development takes some time, however working with a vocal coach should generate improvements within a month of vocalization...

You Are The Magic

Honing Your Instrument When a person decides to begin the journey of learning an instrument, whether piano, guitar, or any other, he usually understands that there will be a required amount of time to invest into the matter. The student knows from the very beginning that it will take a sacrifice of “real” time and dedication to understand, process, practice and ultimately play the instrument. The same would apply in the case of a dancer with the desire to learn choreography. She knows that every day she will need to exercise her body and employ technique to one day perform...

Singing is a Balance of Repetition and Innovation

When you think about yourself as a singer, how do you imagine yourself? Are you willing to take your voice to the maximum potential, studying for a long term goal of success? Or is your desire only to be a good performer or singer/ songwriter where you simply use your voice to accompany your originals with an instrument? In whichever of these cases that apply, you have two important things to think about: Your “Vocal Technique” and your “Creativity.” To develop control of your voice and your singing it is a requirement to have a good Vocal technique. Simply put, you must practice,...

Your own way

It’s not fast, It’s not slow, It’s just your rhythm, The way you move, the way you sing There is not another way, There is only your way. -Debora Lebendiker-

Say YES

When you decide to say YES, you are starting a new journey to conquer the universe. You feel confident about your future, your projects, about your beliefs. When you are committed to say Yes, you attract the right people that will start looking at you, accepting you and following you. Because when you say YES to yourself you feel the power and motivation within you, you know that you are capable to make it, even with all the obstacles, you can see a light. YES, I will try, I will meet new opportunities, Yes I will make my best. When you say YES, solutions start to appear, because the...

Today is a New Day

Today is a new day to rethink your goals, To look at yourself with a new perspective, To create your new artistry, to explore a new direction if needed, To write a new song and listen to your new melody, Today will be a good day , To open your mind to new opportunities To be reborn from your ashes and to feel the power of your singing, To be thankful for all you have achieved so far and to see the light in your music path. Today is a new day.

Small Steps, Big Steps

Never underestimate a tiny small step to move to your goal. It could be a subtle move, but this can take you to a new place, to a new feeling or to an insight of awareness. One word can start changing your perspective, your determination. One action can help you to understand a new idea.. Just make it. I believe that starting with a small video brings to you a big movie. You just need one word to start a new song One step at a time, and another one and another one takes you to the right choice. Dont wait for one BIG step,, move slowly but do it! -Debora Lebendiker-

Life: The Bridge

Life: The Bridge The feeling of transition from where you are to a different situation. A place of exploration, of going deep into your doubts and fears, a momentum of self -discovery. Sometimes is painful, uncomfortable because of the uncertain, of the unknown but It’s not a place to stay forever. A LIGHT is waiting for you and opportunities are in the other side of the river, But first you must learn to be on this bridge for a while understanding your why.. The meaning of your artistic path , the pure and genuine desire, and then and only then, the change and awakening will come....

Being an Unsigned Artist

I absolutely love being an unsigned artist. The freedom is exciting yet sometimes crippling, but I’m so proud of what I’ve achieved and how much I’ve grown. I write all my songs and record, edit, mix and produce on my own (mainly by choice of perfectionism). I edit my own videos and photoshop images as well. I have amazing people part of #TeamMZ (who are the greatest in the world). But I’m absolutely capable & nothing can replace that knowledge I’ve gained over the years. All this to say, at the end of the day no one can stop you..but you. There’s no...

Don’t Wake Me Up When It’s All Over

I want to be awake in every moment of my artistic process so please “Don’t wake me up when it’s all over” because I don’t want to be asleep. I want to create, to see it, I want to be the witness.. I want to be the owner of my music, to decide every minute of my journey, of my songs. I want to be awake to live my artist life and to experience the miracle of creating my own artistry. -Debora Lebendiker-

Self-Confidence

You are much bigger than your circumstances. Whatever situation you are going through, always remember that this moment will not last forever. Have positive thoughts and stay focused on your goals and on your singing. Stay confident!

The Duality

As a singer you are confronted with a duality between the dream to be a professional singer and the reality of your daily job. You are stuck between the routine you have to go through every single day and the fire & passion you feel for music. You can not opt for one or the other. You have to convey both. You have to accept that music and daily life can go together. The world is waiting for your music, your voice, your songs and nothing can stop you.

What Commitment for Singers Means

Commitment is the key to success. As a singer/artist, it’s important to prioritize your voice and take your activities seriously. Here are some things you can do: Show up to your vocal lessons Be on time to your lessons, meetings, rehearsals and auditions. Practice, practice and practice! Practice hard to develop your skills as a singer. Vocalize with purpose. Try to listen yourself and understand what you are doing right and what you are doing wrong. Vocalize at least 3 times per week. Warm up before singing. Have a positive attitude in your singing and your learning process....

Being In Front of a Blank Page

Being in front of a blank page with the mysterious unknown is one of the strongest challenges a singer/songwriter has to face. Don’t panic. This can happen every time you start creating something new, just have a state of mind that allows you to be there and to flow into your musical soul. Think about this moment as an adventure that you are beginning. You have no idea how it will end. And that’s the fun part. You are exploring this journey. You have to connect with your inner soul and drain your emotions. You have to be yourself. Feel confident to fill this new page with the best...

Find Your "Unique"

You have your own formula, you are your own creator, you are your own ocean, with its own waves, colors and shades. Each artist is unrepeatable and has to find his own music journey. There are no recipes for success, no paths to repeat. Don’t try to copy others, don’t try to look like others , don’t try to be like others , don’t try to sound like others. Just be YOU! Your uniqueness in your music , in your voice and in your look is the real treasure and is your identity as a singer/ artist. People will follow you because they can see a true artist in you and true...

Inspiration Makes a Difference to the Singer

Inspiration makes a difference in the singer’s life. We, as singers and artists, have the need in our creative lives to experience the feeling of inspiration at different moments. Beyond a feeling, inspiration does the following: • Takes us to a new spiritual level, giving us a new perspective of our present and future. • Inspiration gives us the vision to understand how to continue on our path, open our hearts to new possibilities and opportunities. • Inspiration gives us courage, passion and motivation. The word inspiration means “to be in spirit”. When we are inspired, the...

Keep a Positive Attitude in Your Artist Life

. “Good Attitude makes a difference”. That quote holds true for everyone no matter what you do for a living. Here are a few ideas on how to keep a positive attitude as an artist: • Choose a positive affirmation to start your day. For example, “I am a beautiful, determined person whose voice will bring joy to others”. • Live with the feeling that doing music and being a singer is a privilege. • Surround yourself with a group of people that believe in your artistic project and make you happy! • Let your musicians and your team know that you love working with them...

#QUOTE Simple People, Extraordinary Music

We tend to believe that music is made by extraordinary people. The truth is that we, singers /songwriters, are simple people who can make extraordinary music and songs.

Some Ideas to Move Towards Your Singing Path When You Feel Stuck

Are you feeling like you don’t know how to continue on your artistic path? Do you feel that things are happening to other singers but not for you? Are you thinking about quitting? If this is your case, ask for help, share your music and review the next steps to continue: 1. Realize that you are not alone. Most artists and singers are going through exactly what you are in this very moment. 2. Never compare yourself to anyone! Everyone has their own journey and path. Focus on your own story and what you have to offer. Develop it and find the people who are waiting for it. 3. Look at the...

Love #quote

When people enjoy your success and celebrate your triumphs, That’s called: Love.

Dare to Shine

Dare to shine with your own voice, with your own light.

The Internet Anxiety Syndrome

Internet has become indispensable for singers when it comes to promoting their products, whether this involves uploading their videos onto YouTube or MySpace, writing a couple of lines on Twitter, connecting with their fans on Facebook, keeping up with their contact network on LinkedIn, writing blogs or getting their music sold on iTunes. Yet, at the same time, this is having a negative effect on the artist’s creativity and connection with their own inner world. The music world has changed so much these days that singers often find themselves in charge of a range of tasks that have very...

“Singer’s life: The pursuit of the Intangible”

The Peculiar Path As singers we constantly deal with the intangible. This unique path we have chosen puts us on the continual mission of trying to connect with the unknown, explore new ideas, and new territories. For the artist, we must discover our own formula, our own path: the intangible path. The challenge lies in the fact that no artist is the same; we can learn from others but we cannot copy their journey. Even Our Goals As Artists Are At First, Intangible In addition to this, many aspects of our artistic process are mere ideas and expressions until they are somehow materialized. This is...

Returning to your first Love: Singing

In all my years of coaching singers, both professional and amateur level, one experience that I find particularly special is that of singers that have postponed their desire to sing. These singers, for one reason or other, have held back on their desire to sing for as many as 10 and 20 years before suddenly experiencing a resurgence in which the need to sing is stronger than ever, as a fire that they can no longer quench. This is a feeling they describe as something that is pending and can not wait, and so here they are in my studio with the same need to connect with their singing many years...

Beyond The Book: Maximizing your Vocal Training Experience

In the last several months, I have had a number of singers from reputable colleges in Miami and a well-known university here, as well as a respected university in Chicago come to my studio. To my surprise, I’ve discovered that despite their enrollment in the university programs, these students have no training or basic understanding of the Passagios or Bridges (areas of vocal transition). Some of the individuals actually have good voices but unfortunately are unable to connect their registers, and thus feel a dissociation with their voices. I have observed that several of these...

When It Comes to Music

When it comes to music, I feel blessed because of having been given the gift of singing. Music has saved my life in many ways and I can say I’m safe when singing and with my songs. When I compose a song or sing one, I wash away those empty places replacing them with full places to take a stroll. It’s just both of us: me and my voice, My voice and me. Is there anything else I could ask for in this sublime moment? My voice is my strength, my power, my identity. Music is my own refuge, the place where anything is possible and imaginable, I can create my own world, color it violet or green,...

Be a great singer, not just a good one.

Be connected with your soul, committed with your art, put the passion on every line of the song, Be in the present, in the real time while interpreting the song, Practice, Practice and Practice……. Understand the lyrics of each phrase and it message. Find the best vocal technique ( Speech Level Singing) Flow with wings when you sing, be confident and trust yourself..! Give your best energy when you sing to your audience… Make a memorable performance, not just a good one, Believe in your project.!!!! Stay focus with your dreams. So then we will be talking not just about a good singer, but...

Just a pause on the way

Sometimes you need to pause on your way, to take a breath, in order to see where you are and where you are going. To sense where you would like to be and thus map out an action plan to be able to move forward and get there. This is why it’s good to draw breath, to feel the breeze ruffling your hair, or a ray of sunlight shining on your face, to continue rousing your dreams and listening to the sounds of the universe, to understand your inner silence and check if you are on the right path. It’s good to be ready to meet new challenges. Read more

The Jigsaw Puzzle

You can have as many lives as you care to reinvent. As Steve Jobs says, there is no way to link up your story into the future, you can only join up the dots when you look into the past to see the path travelled and lived. Read more

I’m not Surprised ( 2009 Copyright)

When I see the singers I have work with for a while perform and receive a positive feedback from the public, I feel happy, yet I’m not surprised. A coach must know beforehand, the artistic potential of his students. This will allow the vocal coach to guide the singer to maximize his potential. The coach can visualize what the student needs and create a plan of action. This plan of action has a clear goal of how the artist can rise with training, and the coach has to be ready to work towards that goal with his/her student. Read more

We Are All Barbra Streisand

In our minds, everything is possible. We can paint like Pablo Picasso. We can write like Ray Bradbury, and we can sing like Barbara Streisand. That’s where everything can happen; where no limits exist. I see singers who are convinced they sing well and who think they are ready to go on scene. They come looking for the “quick recipe” that will guarantee a better vocal technique, a better musical performance. They want to run and contact producers and record a record. They think they are ready. Read more