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Heli Simpson
Heli plays Veronica on ABC TV's Saddle Club. She also sings on the Saddle Club music CDs. Here are her answers to your questions on acting, singing and horse-riding!
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Because you play such a horrible character on the Saddle Club, have you had any funny moments with kids? Do you think your character on the Saddle Club influences the way people treat you when they meet you? Like they were scared of you or something?
Actually it's not very often that I feel kids are scared of me because of the character I play. Often, very little kids are very shy or nervous when they meet me, although I can't be sure as to whether or not that is to do with the nastiness of Veronica. Actually, you know, it probably is!!
(Question by dRaMa_QuEeN)
Did you ever think of singing as a possible career before The Saddle Club?
You know, not once did I think of singing as a possible career before SC! Although I am thrilled to have been a part of the singing in SC!
(Question by Equine)
Have you ever written any of your own songs and if you have would you ever consider putting them on an album?
That's an interesting question that you ask, because I did actually co-write lyrics and tunes for two of the songs on the album. I wrote these specifically for the album.
(Question by ponyhoof)
What are you listening to right now?
I'm listening to Avril Lavigne's 'I'm With You'.
(Question by MissMod)
What musicians or singers currently inspire you and why?
I have a lot of admiration for the talent and success that Delta Goodrem has.
(Question by PipMod)
Can you describe or suggest any exercises to improve my singing?
Sure! There are heaps of exercises you can do - you can buy books full of vocal exercises from music stores. To improve your singing steadily each week or so, you need to sing a lot. Sing in a range of different pitches, volumes, and vowel sounds - in your bedroom, in the shower, at a deserted bus stop, whatever. You should also be able to articulate the words you sing very well - it is more important that most people think. Use tongue twisters like:
Black Bug's Blood
Drowsy Drivers Die
Sing these sentences over and over again, across a range of pitches, until you can sing them very fast without stumbling on the words!
(Question by Tilde)
What do you prefer and why: Horse riding or singing?
Ooooo ... difficult one. Although I think I'd prefer horse riding. Horses and riding is a major passion of mine, and I put a lot of my time towards it because I enjoy it so much. I think singing is not so much of a natural passion of mine, although I would DIE to play a part in a professional musical theatre production!
(Question by Tweak)
Can you give us any clues on a Saddle Club series 3?
Unfortunately I'm SWORN TO SECRECY! However I CAN tell you that Crawford Productions are working on a number of Saddle Club projects to be put on in the near future.
(Question by Palindrome)
Do you have any message for all your fans at ABC Kids and the rollercoaster website?
Keep on loving the Saddle Club! Your support is invaluable to us!
(Question by Slobba)
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