"This was a good reminder that performance, for me, isn't about showing what we think is "right" or "pretty", but rather expressing what is our truth in that moment."
Thank you!
I can go with that! Though it is one of the toughest trainings to get rid of the thought to make it pretty and let the real you come out.
I made audio recordings within a longer distance of time. At first I stuttered a lot and the sentences were full of "Uh's" and "uhm". Listening to myself, I noticed the insecurity behind it and thought: "You don't even believe yourself."
I also asked a good friend for her opinion and she said that it distracts from what I'm really trying to say. Not only does loud speaking or singing require admitting an authentic feeling, it is also a lot of work and practice. It takes a long time before the habit of serving the audience with what you think it will touch is established. You also have to meet the "right" people who like whatever you like.
I've often thought it's no good what I do. My friends and family have completely different interests. So I had assumed I wasn't good enough. I have learned in the meantime that the direct social environment for this is not to be condemned. They simply have different priorities. But the heart of an artist can be very upset. At a stage when I'm not yet so good, I need people who constructively correct, guide and inspire me. I want to learn from the masters. I have to find them first, of course.
Good luck on your way and stay tuned!
P.S. Sorry, I weakened my VP so much, it is unfortunately nothing worth...
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