Quote by Judy Collins

I feel so very grateful to have the voice God gave me. It takes a lot of rest and training to sing, and I was lucky that I found a great teacher when I first moved to New York.

I feel so very grateful to have the voice God gave me. It ta

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In this quote, the speaker expresses deep gratitude for the natural gift of their singing voice, acknowledging that it requires both rest and training to fully develop. Additionally, they feel fortunate to have found an excellent teacher upon moving to New York, highlighting the importance of a mentor in honing their vocal skills. Overall, the quote reflects appreciation for the divine endowment and the role of guidance in nurturing and maximizing the potential of their voice.

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