Carmen (n): song, poem, incantation
I've been singing since I was 2 years old. I've been a gospel singer, sung in blues bands, jazz combos and on stage in professional musical theatre. Now I sing for myself, for my own healing, to exercise my vocal cords, to check my lung capacity, to activate my vagus nerve for nervous system regulation, and to help me move emotions through my body.
Sometimes I sing for others, but I rarely "perform" anymore. When and if you ask me to sing for you - or if I offer my voice into a space, my intent is to use my voice to offer healing, to offer blessings, and to evoke emotional states.
Singing feels good, singing is healing, calming, cathartic - music is medicine. One that you can distill for yourself. Singing is therapeutic. It's one of the ways we can celebrate, access joy as well as grieve and move emotion through the body.
“Carmen’s singing is mesmerizing and truly memorable. She has a great range, impecable pitch, and a phenomenal memory. She sang at my wedding September of 2006 and it was the highlight of the evening. All of my friends were impressed with her and wanted to know more about her. Carmen is a natural performer and has an ease about her when she is singing; she is truly in her element. Carmen is also fluent in several different languages...she has a real gift for communication and expressiveness. She is an artist and a diva while at the same time remaining down to earth and approachable. ”
Vocal Expression Coaching
“Carmen is an incredibly empathic and intuitive guide. She has a special gift for recognizing your unique strengths and talents and then helping you bring those forward. I experienced this while taking singing lessons with Carmen. She really listened to my voice and helped me express myself in my own unique way. I have always felt vulnerable singing in front of others, but Carmen made me feel safe, comfortable, and relaxed. She helped me find the joy and pleasure in freeing my voice, which was a revelation for me. No matter what context you are working in, Carmen helps you become a more evolved, awakened, and authentic version of yourself. She holds this process in a fun, joyful, and safe space that is both nurturing and inspiring.
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