The Joy of Singing and the Value of Voice Lessons
I’ve always found it fascinating to watch birds imitate the sounds and songs of other animals—especially human voices. Anyone who has spent time around birds can see that they are deeply interested in sound and music. While many animals have sharper hearing than humans, birds seem particularly drawn to musical expression, singing with enthusiasm and creativity every day.
I’ve often thought it would be fun to teach a bird to sing a few songs—although I imagine it might be challenging to get them to stop once they get going!
Thinking about this natural instinct to sing reminds me how many people wish they could sing confidently but believe they lack the natural ability. Some even claim they’d rather stand on stage in front of an audience wearing nothing than expose their voice. In today’s world, shows like American Idol and The Voice have only heightened the fear of public singing by making a spectacle of those who struggle in auditions. It’s understandable that many people shy away from the spotlight.
Still, singing is a natural and joyful part of human life. We’ve all seen someone in their car singing with full emotion, or know someone who suddenly becomes a rock star the moment they step into the shower.
Voice lessons can help anyone improve their ability to sing in tune, expand their comfortable vocal range, and develop greater confidence. While it’s true that some people seem to have a “natural talent,” that talent often comes from early and frequent exposure to music—growing up in homes where singing and music-making were encouraged. Regardless of your background, voice lessons can make a significant difference in developing your skills.
Whether you’re aspiring to perform professionally, improve your karaoke game, or simply want to feel more confident singing for your own enjoyment, working with one of our outstanding voice instructors at Grosse Pointe Music Academy can help you reach your goals.
We invite you to join us and discover the many benefits of learning to sing!
by Henry Bahrou
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff
I have a parrot that whistles “If I Only Had a Brain”
As much as I would like to take my tax refund and buy some exotic bird to sing duets with me … I have pondered taking some voice lessons myself. I think if I can belt out a song out in my car (where I currently do most of my training) with other people next to me in traffic that can hear … I can stand to be embarrassed my first few weeks in lessons.