Matt Edwards

Associate Professor of Voice, Shenandoah Conservatory Artistic Director of the CCM Vocal Pedagogy Institute

Category Archives: Pedagogical Musings

Mix it up Monday: Allow placement to reveal itself, don’t force it

Students frequently ask me where they need to place their voice. My answer is usually some version of “I don’t know.” I am not being flippant; I honestly do not … Continue reading

September 30, 2019 · 11 Comments

Pedagogical Musings: There is no place for malicious criticism in the arts

I admit that I have never been a fan of critics. I do find reviews helpful in determining whether or not to attend a show, but on numerous occasions, I … Continue reading

March 23, 2018 · 6 Comments

Pedagogical Musings: “There’s more than one way to skin a cat”

First of all let me clarify that I am a cat LOVER. This is just a phrase from my childhood in southern Ohio that has always stuck with me. For my international … Continue reading

February 9, 2016 · Leave a comment

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