Morton--Fizzback t1_j6xiian wrote
I really love to sing, but now that I'm in my middle age, I don't feel like there's a lot of great opportunities to sing in choirs etc with a super busy schedule. Any recommendations for keeping this part of my life alive and kicking? Maybe even online resources. Hoping to get my kids out to see an opera sometime in the next year with you guys!
sandiegoopera OP t1_j6xjxm7 wrote
Singing in a choir is one of the best gifts you can give your kids and yourself. Not only is the music enriching, but there’s a social aspect as well, like a team sport. I would recommend a voice teacher once a week If you are pressed for time.
Definitely bring your kids to the opera. I do with mine as young as 6. They won’t understand everything, but they’ll love the battle scenes! And the spectacle!
FiveDozenWhales t1_j6xoj3v wrote
If you're interested in a more folk approach, look for a group in your area. I'm in New England and there's several good sacred harp and shape note groups which take a more casual drop-in approach; members are encouraged but definitely not required to attend meetings regularly, and the emphasis is more on the joy of singing in a group, rather than rehearsal for a performance.
Morton--Fizzback t1_j6xz0g5 wrote
That sounds very cool. I'll have to see if such a thing exists out here. Thanks
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