Korean Job Discussion Forums

[reimund]

I've recently taken an interest in singing as a hobby, and I was wondering if it's possible while having a full-time teaching job? I struggle with my voice teaching 4 40 minute classes as it is, and I can't imagine that singing on the side will be doable in the long run.

But if so, how do you do it? And how often do you practice?

[Jeweltone]

You can sometimes join choir groups at some of the foreigner-friendly churches, if you don't mind religion. I sang on a worship team (contemporary) for the two years I was in Korea, as well as the holiday choirs. Don't know if that helps...

[reimund]

Thanks for the input! Were you able to do this while teaching on the side as well?

[Jeweltone]

Yup.

Rehearsals were always on Saturday night (not too late though), but as I am not a heavy drinker, I didn't mind. As a bonus, there was always delicious Korean fast food during the breaks , and most of the group was young and fun to be around.

If you are interested, I can PM you more details.

[Yu_Bum_suk]

I sing about twice a month when I get dragged to a noraebang after a night of drinking with Korean friends.

[jellobean]

Just make sure whatever you are doing is not in a "paid" status because it is considered outside your status as a teacher. Church related stuff is good because they can't gig you for participating in religion.

[Easter Clark]

I sing (and play guitar, at home) about four days a week for about an hour a night, in addition to noraebang two or three times a month. Singing is actually not as hard on your voice as talking!

[nomad-ish]

you could always buy a microphone for class so your voice doesn't get too strained