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Paul Strikwerda
READ FASTER BUT MAKE IT SOUND SLOWER
Clients say the darnest things: "I want you to sound stern but relatable." "Can you be … [Read more...] about READ FASTER BUT MAKE IT SOUND SLOWER
BEING FULLY PRESENT
This post is published a little later than usual. Earlier today I had no time to focus on you. … [Read more...] about BEING FULLY PRESENT
A PROBLEM LIKE MARIA
The famous opera singer Maria Callas had a reputation. The director of the New York Met said that … [Read more...] about A PROBLEM LIKE MARIA
OVERCOMING PERFORMANCE ANXIETY
Performing under pressure and with an audience. We've all had to do it. It probably started when you … [Read more...] about OVERCOMING PERFORMANCE ANXIETY
WHY DOING AUDITIONS IS A DUMB WAY TO PRACTICE
"YOU PRACTICE FOR REHEARSAL, NOT DURING REHEARSAL" If you happen to be a professional musician or … [Read more...] about WHY DOING AUDITIONS IS A DUMB WAY TO PRACTICE