Hats off to Erin Long-Robbins. Erin is someone we’ve followed for some time. Her blogs are positive, educational and inspirational. At the Barre with Miss Erin An Honest Discussion About All Things Dance 10 Things a Dance Teacher Should Never Say or Do to a Student November 12, 2013 Erin Long-Robbins As dance teachers, we …
We’re frequently asked for college recommendations, especially for theatre arts. All recommendations are subjective and first-hand—instructors, former students and colleagues. Let us preface any recommendations by forwarding Appalachian State University’s freshman orientation motto—No matter the college, you only get out of it what you put into it. You can go to the worst college on …
“The definition between a pessimist and an optimist is that the pessimist has more information! A pessimist is one who is almost always right, but doesn’t enjoy it.” — Chuck Missler Dustin Ousely, a well-known educator and artist from the area recently wrote the following and has been gracious enough to let us share his …
The Prime Directive, used in four out of five Star Trek-based series, prohibits Starfleet personnel from interfering with the internal development of alien civilizations. This conceptual law applies particularly to civilizations which are below a certain threshold of development, preventing starship crews from using their superior technology to impose their own values or ideals on …
First of all, always use any vocal strengthening routine that you’re comfortable with and that you believe in (exercises, warm-ups, etc.) Suck on room temp water as much as you can (avoid flavorings, lemon, etc.) Hot or Cold anything effects cord tension. Our pitch relies on the right amount of vocal tension. Think of your …
Don’t make music for some vast, unseen audience or market or ratings share or even for something as tangible as money. Though it’s crucial to make a living, that shouldn’t be your inspiration. Do it for yourself.Billy Joel Top 5 Mistakes Singer/Songwriters Make 1. Expecting others to do things for you 2. Paying to play …
Top 10 Reasons NOT to Invest in Nashville 1. Like L.A., you’re a very small fish in a very big pond. More artists are discovered outside of Nashville, especially when you’re a big fish in a small pond. More opportunities exist outside Nashville; music, film and otherwise. 2. The average artist produces thirty times more …
Hickory Arts is thrilled to be participating in TEDx Hickory this Saturday, April 21, 2012 at The SALT Block Auditorium. What’s the big idea? Come and see! The theme of TEDx Hickory is “Doers and Makers” and will run from 10 to 4 pm. This event is to bring people together in and around the …
Justin Tarte, Life of an Educator, echoes one of Hickory Arts’ founding principles. A factory? No. A factor? Yes. Quality over quantity… Fact? Absolutely. Why we shouldn’t treat schools like factories, even if it is more cost-effective by Justin Tarte, Life of an EducatorJuly 31, 2010 If you have ever walked into a factory that …
I’m an Actor. Should I Move to New York or Hollywood? Posted on October 16, 2009 by T.R. Locke This is the third in a series of articles about relocating to Hollywood or New York to follow dreams in the entertainment business. PART II – ACTORS If you’re an actor and you’re wondering whether it’s …
