I'm delighted to be working alongside Baritone Jack Bowtell to host a masterclass in Art Song for aspiring singers. The masterclass will take place at All Nations Church in Cardiff on Saturday 8th November, 9.30am-7.30pm. Jack and I will offer advice on technical and musical aspects required when performing Art Song, including the relationship between… Continue reading Sharing 2025: Art Song Masterclass with Amy Reynolds
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My Practice Schedule
Since starting at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in September I have been trying to get the 'perfect' practice routine nailed. I thought it would be an easy thing to do but is has actually been quite a challenge! With my final recital around the corner, 4 weeks away, I think… Continue reading My Practice Schedule
Chicken Wings.
Yes, you read that right. Let me explain, I had a minor revelation last week. Every now and again I forget that I can do more than move my wrist up and down, I can use my elbow to aid the rotation allowing me to play a certain passage in one movement. I was practising… Continue reading Chicken Wings.
Making the most out of your lessons.
Whether you have 30 minutes to an hour, you can make the most of each minute in your lesson. Keeping a practise journal really helps. The journey to my piano lessons is around 1.2 hours, so I write up a summary in my journal on the train home. Not only do I write about… Continue reading Making the most out of your lessons.
Auditions, the lowdown so far.
I'm now over half way through my audition period, and its been a lot less stressful than I thought it would be... I was a nervous wreck before my first audition, I had no idea what to expect. I was as prepared as I could be, but somehow reading the audition requirements over and over… Continue reading Auditions, the lowdown so far.