The Singer's Toolbox
When it comes to a practice routine, it's all about figuring out what works for YOU. Every musician has his own personal routine, as...
Spring Cleaning
Spring has arrived here in New England (sort of?)! Yes, it snowed today, but the trees have begun budding, the robins are out roaming...
Memorization Station
I don't know what it is, but there is something about having to memorize music that makes many young singers groan. Part of me can...
5 Ways to Get More Out of Your Lessons!
If you've taken private music lessons before, you're probably aware of the basic elements that are required for progress. Showing up...
"Thanks, But No Thanks" - Dealing With Audition Rejection
Here at Rising Stars we talk a lot about auditioning. We are a performing arts organization, after all. We discuss what and how to...
Happy 2016 From Rising Stars!
Happy New Year, everyone! We here at Rising Stars would like to thank all of you for an awesome 2015! Whether you participated in one...
Vocal Health, Part II: Singing While Sick
You might be familiar with the feeling: you've been singing well, holding up through all of your rehearsals and lessons, and your voice...
Vocal Health, Part I: My Voice Is Tired. What Do I Do?!
September is here, and so are endless hours of rehearsals for choirs, shows, recitals, and the like. It's also allergy season, that time...
Back-to-School Series, Part I: The Benefits of Joining a Choir
Before you look at the title and say, "This blog post has back-to-school in the title, these people must be no fun and so I will never...
The Fourth Annual Rising Stars Camp!
Last week (July 20-24) was the fourth annual Rising Stars Camp! We had a great program this year and a really enthusiastic and...
