The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University

• Drink plenty of water.
• Do not sing if there are any signs of hoarseness in the voice.
• Avoid soda, milk and milk products before a performance.
• Wash hands frequently
• Avoid shouting; speak as little as possible in noisy environments
• Refrain from using a "pop-style" voice (called a chest or belting voice). Sing with a high, light voice at all times (head voice), and without an artificially produced vibrato ("shake" in vocal sound).
• Refrain from participating in other singing activities (such as musicals) unless the person in charge is an expert in working with children's voices. Also make sure that other activities will not conflict with PCC rehearsals or performances.

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