Center Stage Voice Coaching

Hey, Everyone,

Today is World Voice Day. And unlike all the holidays that make you feel like you have to buy a gift for someone, this is the day to give yourself the gift of using your voice.

That could mean using your literal voice to sing your favorite song in the shower or with a band, speak truth to power, or read to a child.

It could mean using your figurative voice to work on a poem, write your congressperson, or create a social media post.

Any or all of these voice actions can release the butterflies in your belly, get your heart pumping, or bring you great joy.

And if the idea of using your voice causes your mind to scream “Danger, Will Robinson!,” it’s almost always because of the #1 voice fallacy:

If you weren’t born with a confident voice and don’t like the sound of it, you were not in the line where they were passing out “good” voices. You can’t change things now.

Do you have to spend the rest of your life wondering what it’s like to belt out a high note with power, or inspire people with your TED Talk? It does if you settle for that…

With all the craziness in the world right now it might feel impossible to figure out “What actions should I take?”, ‘What is my purpose?’, "How can I possibly make a difference?"

It’s all about claiming your center stage, the place where you’re willing to find your voice–and use it.

I invite you to choose one little thing you can do today to shift how you use and feel about your voice…

Then tell us about it in the comments below.

HAPPY WORLD VOICE DAY!

Come Sing From the Bottom* of Your Lungs!

This coming Saturday, May 11, Portland Sings! is at it again, bringing you the sing-along experience you know you want.

We'll bust out in song from 2:00 to 4:00 at Artichoke Music, 2007 SE Powell Blvd. It's going to be HOT outside, so come INSIDE and cool off with some group singing fun!

Lyrics will be provided online, so bring a phone, tablet or laptop, and we'll sing some of the best 60s/70s songs you love!

Sliding scale is $8 to $15, and no one will be turned away for singing harmony or creative melodies...

Bring your open heart and voice, and join us for big fun.
Questions? [email protected]

*The conventional idea of singing from the top of your lungs doesn't engage your true vocal power like singing from the bottom of your lungs!

Hey, Sing-Along-Singer!
It’s been a long time (almost a month!) and I’m excited to say we’re singing together again at Artichoke Music, located at 2007 SE Powell Blvd - Portland.

The date is Saturday, April 13th. Doors open at 1:30 and we’ll sing from 2:00 to 4:00. Cover charge is a sliding scale of $8 to $15 either in advance at:

https://artichokemusic.org/product/9472/Portland+Sings!+-+Saturday%2c+April+13th+2024

or at the door.

If you’re new to Portland Sings! we sing songs mostly from the 60s and 70s with a few outliers added in. Genres include Motown, Pop, Rock, Folk, Soul, Blues, Country, Broadway, and more.

Bring a friend and have a blast listening, singing the melody, singing a harmony or…?

Attention Reluctant or Skeptical Singers

Are you considering my Core Mechanics for Beginning Singers Zoom Class?

I know it can feel scary to sing in front of others, even in a setting where everyone’s a beginner.

Just remember that when your mind says “what if everyone in the class is better than me,” they wouldn’t be in the class if they didn’t need the same kind of help that you do!

Want to sing without EVER running out of air again?
Want to sing higher and lower notes than you ever thought possible
Want to sing with a power you never thought you had?
How about singing in tune without having to think about it?

These payoffs and more are available to you in the class that starts on February 7th. I will (virtually) hold your hand and help you use your voice the way Nature intends.

Have to miss a class? They’re all recorded, so you can watch the video replay.

Details: Starts on February 7th and continues every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Zoom class is from 3:30 to 5:00 Pacific Time. Investment is $47 per month–stop any time.

To enroll go here: https://csvstore.samcart.com/products/csv-core-mechanics-for-beginners
Don’t know if it will work for you?
“I had no range, I had no volume and I wasn’t singing in tune. I decided to do something about it and I am so happy that I did. In the first class with Mark I could tell that he truly understood the psychological as well as the technical aspects of singing. Soon I was able to experience the freedom of singing high notes with power, and it feels and sounds great! Anyone who wants to sing with more confidence would benefit from working with Mark. He is a gifted teacher.
–Martin

Mark Bosnian's vocal instruction is transformational. His teaching is rooted in science and years of real-world experience as a musician and voice coach. Most important to me, is the enthusiasm and a true love for music, creativity, and growth.
–Dan

Even if all of your other resolutions have faded away, you can still make a life-altering change that will last for the rest of your years.
Confident voice=confident life.

So many of us feel vulnerable/ashamed/less than about our voice. You may be one of those folks who don’t feel comfortable singing in front of someone, speaking to one or more people, or any kind of impromptu use of your voice.

You are not alone.

And, in light of an important holiday this week, I want to share an easy way to help yourself move forward with more vocal confidence.

Did you know that Friday is National Kazoo Day? How did this slip under the radar, you may ask? I’m not sure, but I’m glad it’s here.

And that’s because a kazoo is not something you blow to make sound–you have to hum into it to do that. And humming is like a gateway drug–the first one’s free, but it will probably lead to singing!

Here’s my invitation: if you don’t own a kazoo, go buy one. They’re inexpensive, fun for EVERYONE (really) and they can help you take an important vocal step.

Pick a song you like and kazoo to it (yes, I just made kazoo a verb.) Once you’ve done that, “air kazoo” the song (meaning pretend you’re humming into one.) The next step is to add the lyrics to your “air kazooing.”

The final step is to realize you were just singing. That may not be a big deal to you, but for many, it will be. Millions of people think they can’t use their voice with confidence because they equate singing, public speaking, etc. as being able to do it perfectly.

A person isn’t a singer because they sing well, a person is a singer because they sing. Once you own that concept, you can take the next step, if you’re inspired to, and learn the nuts and bolts of how to use your voice in a way that you can’t wait to share it with others.

Imagine what that would feel like.

Okay, go kazoo something and please share your experience with us…

When you imagine singing in front of someone, do you smile and feel extreme joy, excitement and confidence? Or, like many people, are you petrified and wondering, “Is this a bad dream and am I standing here in my underwear?”

Most people feel like they’re not singing to their potential. Worrying about making mistakes, not sounding good, and not being able to count on your voice are very common problems. If any of this sounds familiar, and you’re tired of feeling this way about your voice, are you ready to do something about it?

If you want to learn how to never run out of air, love the tone of your voice, project with authority in every situation, and look, sound, and feel confident whenever you sing, this is the class for you!

The class meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 3:30 to 5:00 Pacific Time. The investment is only $47 a month (if you decide the class is not for you, cancel at any time.)

If you want to let go of how you sing now and sing how you’ve always dreamed of, go here:
https://csvstore.samcart.com/products/csv-core-mechanics-for-beginner-singers

For more info email [email protected]

CSV Core Mechanics Class is taught by Mark Bosnian of Center Stage Voice, Llc. Mark is an award-winning singer-songwriter who’s a two time inductee to the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. He’s coached shower singers, choir singers, and weekend warriors, as well as rising stars, Grammy award nominees, and national known singers and actors (Haley Johnson–American Idol, Ruban Nielson–Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, the cast of TNTs Leverage, and many more...)

This class is for beginners who want to build a strong foundation for singing with more confidence and more control. Whether you're just starting out, or you’ve been singing for a while, you can improve your skills and move towards the voice you’ve dreamed of.

What you’ll learn is how to control:
*breathing (you‘ll never run out of air)
*tone (you‘ll love it)
*projection (you‘ll own it)
*range (you‘ll extend it-in both directions)
*strength (you‘ll increase it)
and much more

Here's what others have to say:
"My whole life I held the belief that I could not sing. Mark showed me that singing is a skill that can be learned by anyone! He is a gifted teacher and knows how to communicate concepts in a way that makes sense even if you don't have any experience with music." –Rob Marshall–

Our last class made so much sense to me and I can really feel and hear the difference! I'm so excited that even at my old age, I feel like I can still improve! –Donna Jose–
"Hey, Mark–thanks for being the best voice coach a new singer like me could ever have. Really appreciate you!" –Rosalin Moss–
Thank you, Mark. You gave me more yesterday, in terms of actionable concepts, explanations of sensations in my voice and clear direction than I received in four years of university voice lessons.
–Neal Harold–

"Mark–I rocked my song at the talent show last week! I was really able to bring my power and playfulness. Thanks for all the tips..." –Cherie–

Taking these classes with you has been amazing--they've not only helped me with mastering my voice, but also my confidence! –Olivia–

Sign up now before the class fills up!

https://csvstore.samcart.com/products/csv-core-mechanics-for-beginner-singers

For more info email [email protected]

If one of your resolutions is to feel more confident using your voice, here's a great way to make that happen.

In a safe environment with other beginners in this Zoom class, learn to never run out of air, sing with power anywhere in your range, improve your pitch, and so much more!

And, the investment is only $47 a month. Checkout the details and sign up now. The class starts on February 7th and (virtual) seating is limited.

Haley is a great singer/songwriter and I recommend you see this show! She did some voice coaching with me after her American
Idol run and co-starred with me in a series of coaching videos I made. Go get tickets. Go!

🎟 Hannah Wicklund + Haley Johnsen Get your tickets on Eventbrite!

If you want to find out how much you can improve as a beginner in singing, our new class starts tonight!

In the CS Core Mechanics for Beginners class, we'll draw open the curtain and reveal how you are wired by Nature" to breathe efficiently, project with power, have a great tone and be able to control every aspect of our voice–what most singers don't know about.

This inevitably leads to the C word: CONFIDENCE!

Enroll before 4:00p.m. Pacific Time and you'll be able to start your journey to better singing tonight at 5:00p.m..
The class starts on May 5th and meets on the first and third Thursdays every month from 5:00 to 6:30(ish) Pacific Time.The investment is only $37 a month!

Go here to snag your spot:
https://csvstore.samcart.com/.../csv-core-mechanics-for...

For more info email [email protected]

When you imagine singing in front of someone, do you smile and feel extreme joy, excitement and confidence? Or, like many people, are you petrified and wondering, “Is this a bad dream and am I standing here in my underwear?”
Most people feel like they’re not singing to their potential. Worrying about making mistakes, not sounding good, and not being able to count on your voice are very common problems.
If any of this sounds familiar, and you’re tired of feeling this way about your voice, are you ready to do something about it?
If you want to learn how to never run out of air, love the tone of your voice, project with authority in every situation, and look, sound, and feel confident whenever you sing, this is the class for you!
CSV Core Mechanics is a Zoom claSS taught by Mark Bosnian of Center Stage Voice, Llc. Mark is an award-winning singer-songwriter who’s a two time inductee to the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. He’s coached shower singers, choir singers, and weekend warriors, as well as rising stars, Grammy award nominees, and national known singers and actors (Haley Johnson–American Idol, Ruban Nielson–Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, the cast of the TNT show Leverage, and many more...)
This class is for beginners who want to build a strong foundation for singing with more confidence and more control. Whether you're just starting out, or you’ve been singing for a while, you can improve your skills and move towards the voice you’ve dreamed of.
What you'll learn how to control:
*breathing (never run out of air)
*tone (love it)
*projection (own it)
*range (extend it)
*strength (increase it)
*and much more
There's also a private page where students are invited and encouraged to post their homework and to interact by giving feedback to each other and by asking questions.
The ongoing class meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 5:00 to 6:30(ish) Pacific Time, starting on May 5th. The investment is only $37 a month. If you want to let go of how you sing now andsing how you’ve always
dreamed of, go here:
https://csvstore.samcart.com/products/csv-core-mechanics-for-beginner-singers
For more info email [email protected]