Tag Archives: singing

I SING FROM MY HEART, PART 1

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Judy

I have improved over the course of when I first started recording with George Reich. Initially, I sang many of my songs in keys that were too high. Sometimes, I didn’t consider nuances of tempo, retard endings, or song format. Despite all of that, I am amazed at the beauty of George’s arrangements and consider the biggest improvement of all my singing ability. Therefore, since I want my music to be part of my story – I want to have the best vocals I am capable of.
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BLOG ANNIVERSARY POST

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Judy

I begin my introduction by answering this question, “What is my message?” My message is that I am sharing my story because I want to inspire other people to know happiness is truly possible, despite grief and challenges in life.
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NO WORDS FOR YOU-PART 1

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Judy

I am a singer/songwriter clearly who was influenced by the music of the 1970’s. One of the songs I used to sing was “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?” I’m certain that was my inspiration for “No Words” was that song. My three stanzas were written when I was probably seventeen years old. I did not remember any of the melody except perhaps for the very first line. Continue reading →

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I’M FILLED WITH TOTAL SERENITY

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Judy

I decided that having a cold was definitely a reminder to me that I am not super human. Lately, I’ve felt a little too powerful – I needed some appreciation. It was challenging waking up with nostrils so clogged that I felt like there was a vise on my sinuses. It wasn’t so exciting to face my day with that feeling. I’m grinning because it was. I love my life and everything I’m doing. I wasn’t about to let a cold get me down!
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