In-tune Artistry - with Cara Chowning

08/20/2025

And we are off and running into a new academic year!!

It’s hard to believe I’m beginning my 8th year , newly promoted.

So amazing to win the University wide Faculty Creative Endeavor Award, lead a fun embodiment session with Jumpstart, and finally meet with my coaching students.

Here’s to a great year! chirpchirp!

04/23/2025

You give so much of yourself to your music, but don’t forget to give some of that energy back to yourself.

Finding the right self-care strategies allows you to make space for rest, recovery, and sustainability in your life as an artist.

What self care strategy are you going to implement this week? 👇

04/09/2025

And that’s a wrap on our BSU production of Pauline Viardot’s Cendrillon! 👗✨🎃💖

I am so proud of my talented students who worked so diligently on this opera. This cast ranged from freshman to doctorate students, each of whom made excellent progress this semester. I also thankful for my great colleagues who support our young opera singers. 🎶💕

04/02/2025

As musicians, we all experience self-doubt at some point in our careers.

〰️ One of the first steps to being able to combat self-doubt is just to acknowledge this is normal. It’s not fun or easy to overcome, but it is something each musician struggles with. From students to young artists to professionals, we all have struggled with self-doubt.

〰️ Pay attention to your progress. Each time you practice, each time you perform, you are making progress. It’s not always perfect. The goal is progress and growth.

〰️ Avoid comparing yourself to others. I know this one is easier said than done. But try to fight back against these thoughts. Each musician’s journey is unique. You are on your own path.

〰️ Find support from others too. Sometimes we just need to phone a friend. Find and seek out supportive people or even fellow musicians when it feels too much to fight against on your own.

〰️ Practice moments of self-love. How would you respond to a friend in your situation? Treat yourself with that same love and kindness as a friend. Give yourself a break to breathe and ground yourself. Then, when you’re ready, get back into the music you love. ❤️

03/22/2025

02/26/2025

Take what you need today - whether it’s rest, acceptance, encouragement, or just a moment for yourself. 😌

Honor what you need 💙