Larisa Mangione Music Studio

05/03/2019

bunniez n' bearz, by JUQ

bunniez n' bearz, by JUQ

7 track album

04/28/2019

The Volunteers of Community Theatre Deserve an Endless Ovation

The Volunteers of Community Theatre Deserve an Endless Ovation

Many of us work full-time jobs, what I refer to as a vocation to support our avocations. And I can’t tell you how many times people ask me after seeing a show or hearing I am in a show, “How much do you get paid for doing this?” Of course, in community theatre, the answer is nothing. The look ...

04/28/2019

MusicTeacherResources

QUOTATION of the WEEK
Be sure to make some time for yourself this week!

04/25/2019

This inspiring 89-year-old pianist just passed his Grade 3 ABRSM exam

This inspiring 89-year-old pianist just passed his Grade 3 ABRSM exam

Jack Skelland has just passed yet another graded piano exam, ahead of his 90th birthday in July. Here’s proof it’s never too late to learn a musical instrument…

04/25/2019

Wanbli Ceya on the move | Native Sun News Today

Wanbli Ceya on the move | Native Sun News Today

PINE RIDGE— Although he does hop in planes and fly oversees to far off places, and dream big dreams, about dramatically transforming his Oglala world through his music and his vision, Wanbli Ceya is, at his elemental core, as plain and simple as the most isolated patch of windswept, sunbaked, bliz...

04/22/2019

Stop obsessing over talent—everyone can sing

Stop obsessing over talent—everyone can sing

Children with difficulty singing can be labelled as 'nonmusical' by parents, teachers and pop culture. This toxic idea of 'talent' can deprive people of music's benefits for the rest of their lives.

03/28/2019

MusicTeacherResources

QUOTATION of the WEEK Have a fantastic week!! (MusicTeacherResources)

03/28/2019

Chasing Rainbows the Musical

Wanna audition to be in our show?

03/20/2019

West Virginia Music Educators Association

03/20/2019

ICE Collaborative Arts

NOW ANNOUNCING OUR SUMMER SESSIONS!!!!
#1: Rabbit- 7/1-7/5 with an informal performance on 7/5

#2: Seussical JR-7/6, 7/13, 7/15-7/19: 2pm performance AT FRANKLIN PARK ARTS CENTER on 7/20

#3: Willy Wonka Kids- 7/29-8/2: 2pm performance AT FRANKLIN PARK ARTS CENTER on 8/3

#4: Heathers the Musical- High School Edition- 7/23, 7/25, 7/30, 8/1, 8/6, 8/8, 8/12-8/16: 2pm and 7pm performance AT FRANKLIN PARK ARTS CENTER on 8/17

Learn more on our site or send us an email!!!
icecollab.com/classes
[email protected]

03/07/2019

Angel Heart Boutique

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03/06/2019

MultiVerse

Art is everything ❤️

03/02/2019

The David Jones Voice Studio

Choose the Teacher: NOT the School

Young singers can be vulnerable to being impressed with celebrity and this applies to choosing a school as much as anything else. What frequently happens is that the singer may have the mistaken idea that a name school is going to have an excellent faculty. In some cases it could be true. But in other cases it could not be further from the truth.

An article I wrote years ago was published in Classical Singer Magazine entitled, "Searching for a Good Voice Teacher" and in that article I outlined characteristics that describe a good diagnostic instructor. The editor at the time was very supportive of this kind of article because it dispelled the myth that any singer should just trust the name of a school rather than looking at the teaching ability of each individual teacher first.

Diagnostics in the Voice Studio

Before blindly going to any college or university, I recommend that the singer review the faculty and take some private lessons. This way the singer can get an overview of how an instructor works in a studio setting. Is the instructor supportive, positive, knowledgable about the physical workings of the voice, and does the instructor have a large number of diagnostic tools and solutions?

Choosing the Wrong Instructor

I have dealt with both the vocal and emotional damage that choosing the wrong teacher can create. Some singers who come to me with severe vocal issues have attended a name school with a big reputation, thinking that they should just trust the name of the school. In some cases the results have been catastrophic. I remember one soprano who worked with an emotionally and vocally abusive teacher. She lost the entire high range because this instructor pulled her middle register too high when she was vocalized. Yet during her entire study, the singer was blamed for being a 'bad student'.

Investigate and INVEST in Your Future:

My advice to every young singer preparing for college or university? Investigate every teacher before you attend. If this is not allowed, scratch that school from your list of possibilities and go to the next name on the list. Remember NO ONE is more interested in your well-being than you. Protect your voice and your future by making certain that you study in a studio that reflects support for your talent. In my generation, we were taught just to trust anyone in a position of authority and this was a huge mistake that I made personally. It took years to find my voice due to incorrect instruction.

Final Thought: "If it feels wrong, it IS wrong!" I say this to my students all of the time, and if I give something that does not feel correct, we immediately move to something else.

Have a great day! TREASURE your talent and protect it. David

02/20/2019

SpreadMusicNow

Here's a quote that we live by!

02/20/2019

Musicians Unite

Agreed!! 👍🏻❤️😎

02/15/2019

Musicnotes

#FridayFeeling 😊 🎶

02/13/2019

Musicians Unite

;-) (y)

02/01/2019

Ddendyl is climbing the charts!!!! Country Music has a riding star!

Castile native Ddendyl Hoyt climbs from #73 to #68 on the Music Row Country Chart with "Where I Come From"

02/01/2019

Collective Evolution

01/31/2019

Congratulations to Lyra S. For completing her first level in piano! Your older brother and sister better watch out! You’ll catch up to them soon!🎹💕

01/31/2019

Congratulations to Jaiden P. For completing your level in piano! On to the next set of books:)
So proud of you🎹

01/29/2019

Congratulations to Stephanie Rogers and Zoe Benton for being cast in “Seussical” at Tuscarora Hig School!
Stephanie received a callback as a freshman!

WAY TO GO GIRLS!😃

01/29/2019

Congratulations to Brigid Pellicano for being selected as the understudy of Jojo (a leading role!), for the upcoming presentation of “Seussical” at Tuscarora High School.

01/29/2019

Congratulations to Ava Peach for being selected for the role of Council Member LouAnn in the Smartts Mill Middle School’s upcoming Production of “Hairspray”.
Woooooo Hoooooo!😆

01/29/2019

Congratulations to Talia Lytle for being selected to play the role of Savannah (one of the leads!) in the Belmont Ridge Middle School’s Production of “Freaky Friday”.
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay! 😁

01/29/2019

Congratulations to Kait Lanigan for being cast inthe role of Hannah for the Belmont Ridge Middle School’s Production of “Freaky Friday”.
What a great way to start your Middle School Musical Experience!

01/29/2019

Fighting the Stigma of Mental Illness Through Music

Fighting the Stigma of Mental Illness Through Music

An orchestra in which all the musicians are dealing with mental health issues is working to harness the healing power of music.

01/24/2019

ICE Collaborative Arts

We are over the moon excited to announce that we will be presenting the newly released “Frozen Jr” with special arrangement through MTI!

Performance is May 25 2 PM and 7 PM at Franklin Park Arts Center.
rehearsal details will be announced shortly!
Send an email to [email protected] to reserve your space today!
Stay tuned for more updates!

01/21/2019

Ddendyl Hoyt "Where I Come From"- Official Music Video

So proud of Ddendyl! I’m so happy for you💗
(To think that 9 year old girl who began taking lessons with me, would someday have a song on the Country Music Charts!)

Directed by Kurt Tocci

01/18/2019

Please Appreciate Classic Theatre

Please Appreciate Classic Theatre

Classical theatre, whether a musical or straight play, comedy or drama, is one of the most vital parts to today’s more contemporary theatre. Right now, many people gravitate more towards new things that are playing on and off Broadway because it’s new and exciting and something people probably h...

01/13/2019

MusicTeacherResources

Welcome to Monday!

01/10/2019

Please vote!!!!

Which business is music to your ears? Vote for the Most Loved Music Studio now!

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01/07/2019

Chamber Music as Prep for Med School at The Juilliard School

Chamber Music as Prep for Med School at The Juilliard School

Chamber Music as Prep for Med School Wednesday, Dec 12, 2018 Megan Griffin Juilliard Journal Alumni Story Share on: Viola alumna and medical school student Megan Griffin adapted this article for the Journal from an essay she wrote for her internal medicine rotation. The first week of medical school....

01/03/2019

MusicTeacherResources

THIS!!!

12/27/2018

Musicians Are

So true...

12/19/2018

Musicians Unite

We should always help and support our fellow musicians when and where we can!! None of us succeeds alone so pay it forward when possible!! :-D (y)

12/12/2018

If you’re looking for a fun spring production to participate in, check out ICE!

NOW ANNOUNCING OUR SPRING MUSICAL!!! The Addams Family [email protected] Edition!

Rehearsals on Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 starting on January 22nd. At Brambleton Community Center.
Performance at Franklin Park Arts Center on Saturday May 25th 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Check out our website to register and for more info!!
icecollab.com/classes

12/04/2018

Timeline Photos

12/03/2018

Timeline Photos

11/05/2018

Who was Marni Nixon, the ‘ghost singer’ behind Hollywood’s famous actresses?

Who was Marni Nixon, the ‘ghost singer’ behind Hollywood’s famous actresses?

Marni Nixon was Hollywood’s great unsung singer. She dubbed the voices of Audrey Hepburn in 'My Fair Lady', Deborah Kerr in 'The King and I' and Natalie Wood in 'West Side Story'. But for most of her career, no one knew who she was.

10/29/2018

Musicians Unite

True!! :-D So what are your music plans for today??! (y)

10/28/2018

Music Therapy Addresses Trauma - Careers that Change Lives

Music Therapy Addresses Trauma - Careers that Change Lives

Music therapy addresses trauma and is an effective intervention for working with traumatized children and adults. It helps reduce anxiety, offers emotional relief, and facilitates life-affirming social interactions, to name just a few of its benefits.

10/19/2018

Alabama Arts Alliance

10/16/2018

Imagine Create Explore Collaborative Arts| Ashburn,VA |Home

Imagine Create Explore Collaborative Arts| Ashburn,VA |Home

ICE Collab is a performing arts studio that provides clasees for learning techniques of theatrical performing arts, such as, acting, improv, and performances.

09/15/2018

Ddendyl Hoyt