Basic Requirements for Voice Work
What You Need To Be an Excellent Voice Student
Patience and belief in the process—and yourself
The ability to accurately describe sounds and sensations
Consistent, healthy, daily work habits (both to learn music and train your muscles)
Good vocal health
Openness to change
The courage to ask any and all questions
A commitment to learning new languages and musical processes
The imagination to hear beyond your present voice
What You Need To Be a Professional Singer
A healthy and properly maintained vocal technique
The ability to summon performance energy at will
Strong storytelling abilities
Confidence in your body and appearance
Stamina and adaptability
The drive for continued development and growth
The capacity to handle rejection and criticism
The desire to express in music the emotional experiences of the human condition