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__//Joy and Pleasure of Singing//__:

Many people sing, and that is all they do. Nothing behind it. Singing should be something of enjoyment. For those who can not bring out the joy and pleasure of singing, providing them with examples of those who do, will give them some type of 'inspiration'. For example, just like watching a TV commercial, or realizing something is actually fun when you see it visually, rather then hearing it from someone. Getting them to 'let go' is also an important way to get the joy and pleasure out of them. Feeling relaxed and comfortable will definitely lead to joy and pleasure while singing. Also the desire to sing, and being confident while singing plays a major part in releasing joy and pleasure. Clear evidence of joy and pleasure while performing would be represented to through facial expression and the voice itself. A loud, projected voice would clearly show confidence and also smiling would let the audience know that you are enjoying yourself. Also, free natural movements with your arms, or legs symbolize that you are letting go and giving the audience more output. The youtube video clearly shows all of these aspects. To help develop these elements, one must gain confidence and most of all, PRACTICE. If you gain enough confidence in yourself you are capable of anything. Practice makes perfect :)

YouTube Vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d5Sg03vpt4

__//Over Pronunciation and Enunciation//__

While singing, it is important to over pronounce words and enunciate, to bring out the full effect of your voice and song. When over pronouncing, the mouth should be fully stretched depending on what you are pronouncing, especially vowels. For example, "a", over pronounced would sound like "ahhhhhh" and your mouth would be wide open, fully projecting the sound. It may not look the best on your facial expression, but the sound would be very beautiful. Another example, "e", would make the mouth stretched out to the sides, and make the sound narrow so it may be difficult to some extent. "o" is also a very easy word to over pronounce. If you were to sing, for example "You", the "y" would not be sung at all, because it is very difficult to sing consonants. When enunciating words, you over exaggerate the sound, and sounds very nice while singing. This shows more effort towards singing and brings out confidence when sung loudly as well.

YouTube Vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_benzwGYIFQ

//__Physical Communication: Body Movements and Choreography__//

This is an essential part in singing. What good would be standing in one spot trembling while the audience is staring at you in dismay? For one, it helps you commit to the song; it helps you //be// the song; and with this, you can be able to enjoy yourself whlie performing and the audience can to. Providing movements for verbs or nouns in the song really show how you understand and most of all show your commitment to the song. If you just stand there, it only shows that you know the lyrics, no meaning behind it. Which is rather boring and dull for both the performer and the audience. Also, giving feelings and movement to the song helps you let go and relax. If you are totally frightened being in the spotlight, even the smallest movements such as swaying and stepping help you get into the song and you enjoy yourself and not worry about what anyone else is thinking. When Jamal and I were performing to the class, the movements and choreography we created really helped me sort of relax. Although my stage fright was still in the way, and instead of NOT looking at the audience and doing my best, I was staring into people's eyes and I forgot my lines. To overcome this, I would ignore the audience and look straight ahead, and also get into my moving and enjoy myself.

YouTube Vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU2-JLv4Xk