Singer Katrina Velarde openly shared her apprehensions regarding the potential loss of her singing voice during a media conference on March 19. Despite her concerns, she remains undeterred from indulging in life’s simple pleasures.
“Meron po na parang paano kapag one day bigla na lang hindi ako makakanta,” she said during her ZCON Concert media conference at Myeongdong Korean Gastropub in Quezon City.
While acknowledging her fears, Velarde emphasized the importance of being prepared for any eventuality. Contrary to common practices, especially among singers, she does not strictly adhere to traditional do’s and don’ts.
“Pero at the same time po, yung mga bagay na bawal na sinasabi nila, kumbaga hindi ko ipinagkakait sa sarili ko na huwag kumain ng chocolates, huwag uminom ng malamig,” revealed the Asia’s Vocal Supreme.
Velarde asserted that such restrictions do not affect her. She credits her participation in amateur singing contests as a key factor in keeping her vocals robust. Additionally, she does not believe in depriving herself of simple pleasures like consuming cold beverages or indulging in chocolates.
It’s part of life, she said.
The singer even cited Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez whose singing prowess has slowly deteriorated as she ages.
“Kaya sabi ko, kung si Ate Reg ay nagbabago ‘yung… it’s normal naman eh jusko! Sa edad ni ate, grabe naman talaga ang boses niya. Until now kaya pa din ni ate, kaya pa talaga. Ano lang aging lang. I think it’s part of life.”
Drawing inspiration from seasoned performers like Gary Valenciano, she mentioned his habit of drinking cold water during shows. “Minsan nga ‘pag nagsu-show si Tito Gary nakikita ko inom pa rin siya ng mga cold drinks. I tried it also, sabi ko, ‘Oh, it helps my vocal cords relax,’ nare-relax siya.”
The singer even drinks wine and whiskey!
Based on personal experiences, Velarde emphasized the importance of adequate sleep for singers
“Siguro ang pinaka-importante talaga ‘yung tulog. Kasi ‘yun ang napapansin ko na kapag hindi ka nakakatulog ng maayos, mas nawawala ‘yung boses, so tulog talaga, beauty rest, vocal rest.”
Meanwhile, her concert ZCON will be on April 13 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Makati City. She will be performing alongside ASAP Champions Khimo Gumatay, JM Yosures, Reiven Umali, and Pop Idol Sam Mangubat.
