[Perform-Talk] Vocal masterclass update

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Hi Kelsey,

It seems to me that it definitely would be worth it to ask this teacher to spend some time with you one-on-one.  There is at least a better than even chance that she can help you to master the technique she recommends.


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From: Perform-Talk <perform-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Kelsey Nicolay via Perform-Talk
Sent: Thursday, March 19, 2026 7:22 AM
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Cc: Kelsey Nicolay <piano.girl0299 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Perform-Talk] Vocal masterclass update

Hello,
Just wanted to reach out to let everyone know that the class went well. My friend was able to help fill in the verbal descriptions. However, I still can't master correct breathing. Our director is really emphasizing this and we are expected to use it at all times during rehearsal and warm-ups. I've tried everything ′lying down, bending over at the waist while inhaling, standing or sitting up as straight as possible with one hand on my chest and the other on my stomach′, but nothing works. All it does is result in my stomach muscles locking up and I can't get a good inhale. Therefore, do you think it would be rasonable for me to ask to be exempt from that since I simply cannot perform what the director is asking for or should I talk to her again and see if she can spend a little one on one time with me to see if we can figure out why I'm having such a hard time with this. I even tried feeling someone else do it and that did not help either, so I think i'm just incapable of doing this.
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