Comments on: Singing In Color vs Black & White

By: Justus

Justus — Wed, 11 May 2011 01:33:46 +0000

Great read. Thank you for insights. It is very true that too often we are to distracted by the notes to sing, the words to pronounced, the breathing, the posture, the timing, that we forget the heart. I would add one thing though, that the colour cannot be faked. It must be naturally mixed and blended. Thanks again. Justuswww.onlinesingingtutor.com

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:33:25 +0000

Thank you so much, Kelley, and kudos for putting your money where your mouth (voice) is!! You are a wise and brave soul… I can’t wait to hear some of your songs online.

You’re so right – it’s scary to put oneself out there and risk rejection. That’s why I have a saying “real singing is not for the squeamish”.

By: Kelley Ann Hornyak

Kelley Ann Hornyak — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:48:10 +0000

Excellent post. I think another cause of singing in black and white is a fear of intimacy with the audience or listeners. The singer sings because they want that connection, but when it comes down to that moment when the words hit the air, they close down and focus on the technical aspects because it’s safer. Safer than opening up, touching the real emotions behind the song, and making themselves vulnerable as an artist. It’s no coincidence that the word holistic is in that post–learning to touch those emotions is something that you have to do in your personal life too, not just on stage or in the studio–and then the rewards are reaped throughout your experience and especially in song. I’m learning so much from you, Judy. I’m finally ordering your 6-CD set right now too, as soon as I hit submit on this comment. Thank you again for all the support and encouragement. I don’t even know you but you have had a tremendous impact on me!

By: PhilB

PhilB — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:07:03 +0000

Thanks again Judy for reading my blog. I love your posts. I always tried to sing with passion and visualize the story as I was singing. I think that is singing in color. I love the metaphor.

Peace,

Phil

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:49:18 +0000

Thank you… it’s great to get my reader’s feedback to know if what I’m saying is getting through. Much appreciated, Par.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 02:58:27 +0000

Great post and expression, thanks. To see it like this I think deepens the understanding of what it all comes down to.