The what, why, and how of who, where, and whatever.
I have been singing my entire life - certainly not always well, but louder when no one is listening ;)
Luckily a year ago, I was able to find someone who is an absolute expert. This person even gave me the confidence to try singing in public, which resulted in my adding my singing to this very platform.
Jill Samycia lends her talents to me in more ways than I can count, but if I were to try, our times together include listening, learning, teaching, mentorship, and friendship.
In episode 7 "The Resolution" I talked about how we can cheer ourselves on towards what comes next, no matter how wild or crazy it may seem to others.
I began working with Jill earlier that month and while I have since grown in my singing practice, I completed just two lessons before last year's recording.
In short, not only did I have less miles under my belt, my relationship with Jill was very new. I recall asking her if she was comfortable with me mentioning her in the episode, and even whether or not she would feel comfortable with me linking her pages to my post.
Truthfully I accept that the content I create, or works I have been a part of are not for everyone. I didn't want to assume she would be comfortable being affiliated with "a tattooed nude model".
Lucky for me - and lucky for all of us - not only did Jill give me permission to include her in my episode, she gave her enthusiastic consent!
As you listen to this month's episode you'll hear why her enthusiasm for guiding others to their singing goals is not only natural, but truly exuberant, joyful and authentic.
Though I often act independently, I love team work. That said, I'm still learning how to ask for help. At times I even struggle to take up others on their offers of support.
Jill truly loves what she does. Her level of expertise is enlightened. Her offers of guidance and assistance are genuine.
I may not be going on tour any time soon, but I am making progress in ways that matter to me. So much of this is thanks to Jill and her undeniable talent.
While I have the incredible pleasure of working with Jill in person here in Vancouver, she has remarkable digital material, fantastic social posts, and also offers online lessons.
You know what that means...
Sing with Jill!
https://singwithjill.com
https://www.instagram.com/singwithjill/
https://www.tiktok.com/@singwithjill
Do you love it?!?