The Classical Voice Studio of Diana Farrell

Monday, May 10, 2021 by Diana Farrell | THOUGHTS FROM THE STUDIO

In honor of Mother's Day, and since her birthday is next week, I thought I'd celebrate my Mama here  

I'm grateful for my mom. Obviously. That's a pretty broad statement so I'll focus on one reason why I'm so lucky to have the mom I do: She is such a gifted and competent dancer. I always took her talent for granted growing up. As a child I had no appreciation for the years of study, practice, creativity, and effort she cultivated throughout her life, but I'm so fortunate to have learned from her. Her focus, her grace, her dedication, her mastery, her desire to always learn and always improve were qualities that she taught by example and have guided me in all my musical and performing endeavors. Beyond enforcing lessons about commitment, reliability, and resilience, the most important lesson she ever taught me as an artist was to "use *all* the music." I remember watching her hold a pose and even while standing still she was dancing with every inhalation. That use of legato, story telling, and pure technique... such mature lessons for myself and her hundreds of young students, but such vital elements to experience as a young performer.  People always ask if I come from a musical family. My mom usually makes a joke about my dad doing a mean Louis Armstrong impression and then jokingly sings a sour note herself, but I know now that I was receiving some sophisticated musical training at a young age, even if she didn't know she was providing it. I'm so grateful to have you as an inspiration,J Janet Farrell.

#justkeepdancing #useallthemusic #pointyourtoes #count! #imustpracticeeveryday

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