Have you ever found yourself humming along to your favorite song, wishing you could confidently belt out the lyrics? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of gracing the stage, captivating an audience with your voice?If so, you’re not alone. Many people secretly desire to sing, but the fear of sounding “bad” or not knowing where to start often…

Another memorable Live performance at Esplanade This past weekend, the Esplanade was buzzing with vibrant energy as Boyana, our talented vocal coach, took the stage with the Balkan Beats Band. As part of the Esplanade’s Crossing Borders, Global Beats weekend, the performance was a stunning celebration of cross-cultural understanding and artistic exchange. From energetic Bluegrass to lively…

Six Essential Vocal Practices for Peak Performance As a singer and vocal coach, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be when your voice just doesn’t seem to cooperate. You’re struggling for breath, you can’t seem to hit the notes, you’ve got a sore throat… we’ve all been there and it’s not pleasant, no matter…

Groove to Balkan Rhythms with Boyana Get ready to groove to the rhythms of the Balkans! For the third year running, our incredible vocal coach Boyana, is taking the stage at the Esplanade as part of the Global Beats Weekend. This concert is a must-see for anyone who loves soulful music and a celebration of diverse cultures.  Boyana, with…

Singing with Heart: Connecting Emotionally to Lyrics Hello beautiful people and welcome to the very first Tips from Boyana!   Quite some time a ago, a teacher of mine once told me to sing with emotion but never while emotional. I always remembered this advice, however It took me years to truly understand it. What sets singing apart…

Balkan Beats Concert - A night to remember! Thank You all for an incredible Balkan Beats Concert at the packed-out Jazz Loft! Although it was a nearly a week ago, we’re still buzzing from the incredible energy at Saturday night’s gig! A massive thank you to everyone who came out to the Jazz Loft to experience the…