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Val Bastien
Sep 3, 20226 min read
What Do Back-To-School, Learning How To Sing And Writing Have In Common?
As summer fades and school begins, many families have been preparing for the Back-To-School season. Some of you who start school in...
Val Bastien
Jun 26, 20222 min read
Let's Go Sing; All About Your Journey!
The summer solstice officially started this week on June 21st. At every change of season, I feel a renewed sense of inspiration to meet...
Val Bastien
Jan 26, 20226 min read
Mic Reviews
I recently had the opportunity to assess four different microphones, and it was fascinating to find out which one showcased my soprano...
Val Bastien
Jan 15, 20225 min read
2022 START; Your Best Year Yet!
Is it too late to wish you Happy New Year 2022 again? I figured since everybody is done celebrating and is back into their normal...
Val Bastien
Dec 22, 20213 min read
Sainte Nuit; A Holiday Song
Many members of my Facebook group "Sing Higher, Louder and Effortlessly" have been posting Holiday songs. I wanted to join in the chorus...
Val Bastien
Nov 27, 20213 min read
Happy Thanksgiving; Singing Appreciation
This is a time for harvest. A time to look inside and appreciate the riches around us and in our personal lives but also to give in...
Val Bastien
Nov 15, 20214 min read
How To Eliminates Performance Anxiety
It’s a beautiful night, and the audience is excited for a promising, music-filled evening. Singers are taking turns at the mic, singing...
Val Bastien
Oct 30, 20213 min read
Knock! Knock! Who's There? Singer Costumes Ideas
Today is Halloween! How are you celebrating this year? Are you going Trick Or Treat with your kids? Will you be handing out candies to...
Val Bastien
Oct 26, 20213 min read
They Said "No"; How To Overcome Failure
You did your best at your last audition but you didn't get the gig... Now what? Learning to overcome failure isn't easy but here are some...
Val Bastien
May 19, 20213 min read
A Voice Is Born: Singing In Nature
We've had some wonderful weather here in Ontario this week so I've been spending a lot more quiet time outside meditating and listening...
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