Thought I’d share my experience in here from last weeks’ workshop with Alan. I walked into Alan’s vocal workshop carrying a lot of fear. Singing has always felt deeply exposed for me, and the idea of standing in a circle and singing a cappella was enough to send my nervous system into full fight-or-flight. I could barely get through the first lines of my song before tears came. My body wanted out.

What surprised me most was how safe the container felt. Alan held the space with such calm presence and grounded guidance that even in my discomfort, I felt seen and supported. At one point mid-workshop, I felt nauseous and almost stepped away—but instead I stayed. I sang through the tears. Something shifted. The fear loosened its grip, and my voice began to open in a way I didn’t expect.

This workshop wasn’t just about technique (though I learned a lot). It was about meeting the parts of ourselves that want to hide—and choosing to stay present anyway. I left feeling more embodied, more confident, and genuinely excited to keep exploring my voice. If you’ve been on the edge, unsure, or quietly telling yourself “this isn’t for me”… that might be exactly why it is.