From: "DIANE M. CLARK (MUSIC DEPARTMENT)"
Subject: Re: Fear of Singing!
To: vocalist
Send reply to: VOCALIST <vocalist>

Stephanie M. wrote:

>>I am so completely terrified to sing in front of
anyone but her. I'm not sure what happened over the last year or so, but I
don't sing in front of anyone,

You are not alone, Stephanie. Almost all singers have stage fright (a.k.a.
performance anxiety) -- just to differing degrees. There are many good books
out that can help you with this. "A Soprano on Her Head" by Eloise Ristad
is one. I am convinced that being a good singer is about 30% vocal technique
and 70% psychology! We all have to work on our heads to remove the blocks
and obstacles that keep us from performing freely. Don't think you are the
only one, and don't be afraid to seek the help you need. A good therapist
can help, too, if that's a possibility for you. Good luck, and enjoy your
first-back voice lesson!

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